Cruises From Royal Caribbean Were Recognized The Most Ecologic

Annual awards for innovative solutions for environmental protection awarded to cruise companies Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises, a member of a holding company Royal Caribbean Cruises.

During the ceremony of the annual award for innovative solutions for the Protection of the Environment of the Ports Cruise Terminal Environmental Advisory Committee, the liner Mariner of the Seas Royal Caribbean company won the nomination, the liner, who has made contributions to especial protection of the environment, and liner Brilliance of the Seas - in the "liner, to apply innovative technologies to protect the environment."

Together, these international competitions, which were estimated by the Department for management of environmental resources, the independent expert on environmental and consulting firm, involved 9 ships of the company Celebrity Cruises, and 21 ships from Royal Caribbean International. At the same time the jury took into consideration the timeliness and effectiveness of enforcement of laws relating to the protection of the environment, as well as innovative solutions that create a favorable ecological environment.

Company-owners of the ships that have won the competition, were given an honorary award and have the opportunity to transfer to the charity of any part of the prize money amounting to 5-10 000 dollars.

"Caring for the environment requires our attention - explained Dan Henrahan, president and board of directors of Celebrity Cruises. - I am very proud of our dedication to standards of environmental protection, because it expects from us, our company, our guests on board our aircraft and Society in general. "

Golf, polo, motor racing and tennis will be developed in Barbados to attract new tourists

Minister Richard Sealy in a recent interview with local press said that the sport needs to develop in the country in such a way that it was interesting not only locals but also tourists. He noted that many sports events on the island can be integrated into the tourism industry. "There was a time when our country could attract tourists only cricket, and perhaps sailing. Now added to this list golf, polo, motor racing and tennis," - the official said. "I believe that our island has an area of 430 square kilometers, offers such a variety of sports like no other place on earth. We must continue to develop this successful combination of tourism and sports, to attract more tourists to our country," - he said.

Barbados - the most easterly of Caribbean islands (34 km in length, 23 km in width). The island, surrounded by coral reefs, on the west by the Caribbean Sea, north and east to the coast of Barbados drew near the Atlantic Ocean.

Barbados enjoys a reputation as one of the most favorable places to live on the planet. The island marked a record for the planet of long-living people.

Also of Barbados known as the reserve of big money, famed rockoshnymi resorts for the discerning and demanding travelers.

Following the adoption of the 2003 law on the development of tourism, Barbados has witnessed unprecedented growth of investment in the tourism sector. Since then, the island attracted capital of about $ 1 billion.

Now comes to Barbados every year more than one million tourists leaving the island more than $ 700 million. Within a few years to build 11 new hotels for 406 rooms, ten hotels have expanded and repaired.

Among the most popular entertainment: a variety of water sports including scuba diving, restaurants, renowned for excellent cuisine, polo, golf, shops, duty-free, jeep safari, walk through the caves, flying in helicopters, beach parties, trips to " pirated schooners, yachts and catamarans, party with limbo and swallowing fire, deep sea fishing, swimming with sea turtles, dive into the underwater world in a submarine, etc.

Jamaica Threats

According to tour operators in Jamaica, there is always a threat to get into an unwanted adventure, in contrast to other Caribbean islands, where independent travel will be much more enjoyable.

During solitary walks in the Jamaican picturesque bays, parks and human settlements of any wrong turn can lead to very dire consequences.

Tourists are also advised to travel by taxi or bus instead of a rental car.

According to statistics, over the past six months in various parts of the famous resort has recorded 700 crimes. In 2007 most of the murders occurred in the capital Kingston, which is quite far from the traditional holiday destinations.

It is interesting that so sad statistics (consistently the third or fourth in the number of murders in the ratings of most criminal countries in recent years) does not prevent the rising popularity of Jamaica among foreign nationals.

Law enforcement agencies of the island recently updated its website, putting back some of the recommendations.

For example, foreign visitors are asked to more closely monitor their luggage, to refrain from walking alone on deserted beaches even in daylight, and try not to go to travel at night.

As a rule, hotel guests prefer to use the system "all inclusive", which significantly reduces the risk of unpleasant incidents. In addition, the island has increased dramatically the demand for guided tours and hikes.

Ship of naval forces of the USA will be flooded in the Cayman Islands and turned into an artificial reef for divers.

American rescue ship Kittiwake submarines in November will be transferred to authorities in the Cayman Islands, which are considered British territory in the Caribbean. Then one of the former U.S. Navy ships will be transformed into an artificial reef for diving excursions, Associated Press referring to the project manager of Maritime Administration Nancy Easterbrook.

Kittiwake was built in 1945 and has a displacement of 2,29 thousand tons with a length 76 meters. In recent years, the ship has not been used for its intended purpose.

Currently, the ship moored at the base at Fort Eustis in Virginia. There also are laid up, and other military vessels Defense Reserve Fleet, nicknamed ghostly. They are administered by the Office of the U.S. merchant fleet.

According to the plans, in 2009 Kittiwake find the last resting place on the bottom near the coast of the Cayman Islands. It requires the Minister of Tourism Charles Clifford Islands, after flooding in compartments Kittiwake inhabit many species of fish, and ship-reef will be a success among tourists.

Note that the administration of Cayman Islands already have experience in a similar recycling rusting "pot" of the fleet superpowers. In 1996 here was flooded and turned into a reef destroyer fall primarily in the Russian navy.

Now the 100-meter destroyer lies at a depth of 18 meters and it has stuck to a dense layer of the inhabitants of the sea depths.

Terms of the transaction between the Office of Merchant Marine and Island administration is not yet known. However, before the transfer Kittiwake in "civilian hands, the ship must undergo special processing, as it were poisonous.

Recall the spring of 2007 reported a similar decision the fate of the second-largest warship "General Vandenberg. It was supposed to flood at the island of Key West, Florida. From 1963 to 1983, the vessel is 156 meters long conducted a reconnaissance mission.

Now, "General Vandenberg towed ship docks near Washington, where he will take many months of quarantine: from it will remove any items and materials that can harm the ecology of the ocean.

Upon completion of the work that would cost 5.7 million dollars, 6 miles from the coast of Key West will be a new reef, which will provide habitat for thousands of diverse oceanic flora and fauna and, consequently, attract lovers of the underwater world. According to local professionals, the influx of tourists to boost the coffers of the state.

Amy Winehouse on the St. Lucia Island

Minister of Tourism Caribbean island St. Lucia invited the famous singer Amy Winehouse to visit the resort again, promising a free drink at local bars. The fact that a few months ago, Amy so scandalously rested on the island that the tourism business income went up sharply.

Minister of Tourism of St. Lucia's Allen Chastanet said that always glad to see Amy on the island.

"No one actor did arrange anything like this here before and did not exert such a significant impact on the life of the resort. I'd like her to go back," - said the official.

According to him, with the appearance of actresses on the island sales are up and the tourist industry literally comes alive. Moreover, British scandalists has a very beneficial effect on the economy, and go on stage it is entirely optional. The 2009 Amy even been booed by the public in St. Lucia.

"I'm sorry that she could not perform well last year, but it happens. But in terms of spending time and maintain its image as Amy was very professional," - said Chastanet with a share of adulation and irony.

Bar owners have supported this impulse bureaucratic hospitality Keeping in mind the prospects of personal material gain. At the same time bartenders and restaurateurs are even ready to make the guest house Artist certain discounts and concessions.

"We will be happy to pour Amy free champagne rum with cola", - said the manager of one of the bars Gilbert George.

Added that most of Amy Winehouse fame at the resort is not his concerts, and drunken adventures. In particular, the performance of the singer got quite enough to crawl on all fours on the street and asked passersby to buy her a drink, said Turist.rbc.ru.

From the star hangouts from the British Isles is not only one Amy Winehouse is known for drunken antics in the tourist areas: in airports and resorts. For example, the popular Irish actor, star of movies "Tudors" and "From Paris with Love" Rhys Meyers is not allowed on board United Airways, because the actor was drunk and swearing. The incident occurred at Kennedy Airport in New York.

According to the airport, Jonathan "Drunk," Vodka in the VIP-lounge while waiting for landing on the flight, and then acted aggressively and began to swear. As a result, film star denied the right to board the plane.

Details about the incident were not disclosed because of the laws of confidential information. But we know that this is not the first such incident with Reece Maeyrsom. In 2009, the actor was arrested for drunken brawl in a bar in the Paris airport Charles de Gaulle, and in November 2007, Jonathan was taken into custody in Ireland, after wrangling with the protection of the air port.

Aruba

Aruba - is one of the most beautiful islands of the Caribbean Sea and one of the most prestigious resorts in the world. No wonder its name is connected with the Spanish "Oro Ruba" ("red gold").

In the heart of the Caribbean Sea lies a small island area of 184 square meters. km. length of about 30 km. and a width of about 10 km. Aruba Coast is characterize by sand dunes and rocky cliffs, and bright colored houses of Dutch architecture typical for the island's capital - the city of Oranjestad.

Aruba is also considered one of the most prestigious resorts in the world, and rated the newly arriving tourists - often ranked first in the world. The nature of the island is ideal and indescribably beautiful. The ideal weather lasts all year round in Aruba. Especially surprising dry air of the island, which is rare in the tropics. As for the service and entertainment, and Aruba are among the leaders due to its infrastructure. Day and nightlife of the island is perfectly organized. The island has excellent facilities for golf, tennis and water sports. Glamorous casinos light their lamps in the evening, there are discos and nightclubs with original entertainment programs.

Grenada

Grenada is the independent state, situated in one of the Windward islands of the group of the Small Antilles in the eastern part of the Caribbean, on the western "edge" of the Atlantic Ocean. Grenada was discovered in 1498 by Columbus. The structure of Grenada includes "paradise" islands: Ronde, Schugar Loaf, Green Island, Sandy Island, Carriacou, Petit Martinique, Jenny and others.

The Nature of the island pleases you with tropical forests and numerous waterfalls, coastline abounds with beautiful bays, beaches with white sand.

St. George - the capital and main port of Grenada is well-protected marine bay. This picturesque town with steep winding streets, attracts many tourists. Situated on a hilltop above the city Fort George, has observation platforms, allowing admire the city and the bay from the western cape harbor, and up the coast to the western end of Karenazh. Grenada National Museum, located in the heart of the city. Exhibit Museum is extremely diverse, including fragments of pottery Indian tribes who inhabited the island, a collection of old rum, marble bath, which once belonged to Empress Josephine.

The island of Grenada is volcanic in origin, has several hot springs, picturesque mountain lakes and beautiful beaches that attract thousands of tourists.

Here at low prices you can buy spices, manufactures of straw, cotton clothing, fabric and jewelry. There are many duty-free shops selling quality goods from all continents.

Here in large numbers grow palm trees and other tropical trees, which inhabit different kinds of monkeys imported from Africa, many centuries ago. There are also widespread family of possums and various mongoose. Among the birds you can see hummingbirds, pelicans, brown boobies, hawk. The island is also distributed colonies of turtles, but, unfortunately, to meet the taste of connoisseurs, many species of turtles were destroyed.

For lovers of the sea sport can be recovered in one great place Grand Anse Beach. This is the most popular places for diving - the island of Carriacou in the vicinity of the coast of Grenada, on all sides surrounded by coral reefs. In a place called Croce in the craters of extinct volcanoes lurk unearthly beauty of the lake. The island is surrounded by beautiful beaches, which even can be seen the black volcanic sand. In some places the coast to fit the colorful coral reefs. For avid fishermen Spice Island ('Spice') held in January over a popular fishing tournament, the first prize in the competition is the sum of the six all zeros.

Do not hesitate to visit Grenada... Only here you can see the banana region, since this fruit is found almost at every step. Just for lovers of seafood here, so prepare lobster, you will never forget this amazing flavor. Because Grenadians have their cooking secrets, which are not disclosed for no one.