The Most Dangerous Beach

Maho Beach on the island of St. Martin's fully fit the description of the perfect beach - white sand, turquoise water, waves, palm trees. but there is a BUT - it is located near Princess Juliana Airport - one of the largest transport hubs in the Caribbean and among the ten most dangerous airports in the world. The runway here quite brief (only 2180 meters), so planes fly over the beach (and on the tourists) at a height of 10-20 meters only!

Crowds of tourists come to this extreme beach to experience the full power of an aircraft engine - Jet. Not to miss the next plane arrives on the island in front of the beach exposed plate with the schedule. While on the other hand Maho beach perfect venue arrivals. And if the flight is delayed you can while away the time under the umbrella right near the airport.

The island of Anguilla

The island of Anguilla probably got its name from the elongated form, in translation means "eel". Anguilla - it's small size the island which is located in the northern Small Antilles. Anguilla is owned by the UK, but is an independent territory.

One of the most prestigious resorts in the Caribbean island is considered Anguilla, which is a top class resort, and all tariffs and prices correspond to the level of vip. Anguilla - ideal holiday destination for those seeking top-notch service and excellent atmosphere. Celebrities buy trips to Anguilla, as the island as before is one of the rare places where they will not bother, where a secluded weekend is guaranteed. And if in a hotel in Anguilla you're lucky enough to see Janet Jackson, do not try to get an autograph. Just because there is not accepted here.


Cost and quality of service provided Anguilla Island can put on a par with the French Riviera and Sardinia. Here all year round here on sunny days and sports entertainment to suit every taste, you'll find on the beaches of Anguilla. Anguilla is also popular with boaters. Meads Bay - an elegant district of "Honeymoon Bay" on the north-west of Anguilla, is the venue for the annual yacht race. Be sure to come here for the opening race during the carnival (first week of August). On May 30 a national holiday the Day of Anguilla and the New Year, also are celebrated big regattas.

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To see all the beauty of coral reefs is enough to have a mask and tube. To create an unusual atmosphere and for the sake of diving, a local diving club (Bay Road Bay) specially flooded several ships.
Guests can tour the islands nearby on boats or catamarans. Each year in Anguilla held a variety of festivals. In January, Cultural Festival held in March - an annual festival of reggae "Moonsplash", August - Summer Festival Anguilla, November - Jazz Festival Tranquility.

Dominican Republic Will Continue The Restoration Of Sandy Beaches

Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic has decided to continue the restoration of sandy beaches. It is assumed that one of the main beaches in the country Caleta, will be extended to 550 meters. The project will cost around 1.2 million dollars.

In addition to the Caleta beach will be improved and other beaches: Carenero, Los Cacaos, Costa Verde-Juan Bolaños, Najayo, Palenque, San Rafael and El Quemaíto.

Restoring the beaches affected by the damaging effects of natural hazards and man, implies their complete cleaning, remove dirt and extension of beach areas.

Dominican Republic belongs to two-thirds of the island of Haiti, that is 48,500 sq km and 1575 km of coastline, a third of whom are beaches. 360-kilometer border that separates the Dominican Republic and Haiti, is bounded on the north Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea to the south. Mona Channel, suggestive fear at all seafarers due to strong currents and ferocious winds that separates the island from Puerto Rico to the east.

Dominican Republic is a country with well-developed tourism infrastructure, the basis chosen for the "all inclusive" - most of the local hotels are working on this principle.

Almost the entire coast of the country - one continuous beach. Beaches of the Dominican Republic are among the best in the Caribbean. No matter which resort is no way to select tourist: Playa Bavaro, Playa Dorada or Puerto Plata - anywhere he can find fine white sand, clear warm water and preventive maintenance.

From the natural beauty of the island, according to guidebooks, can not be circumvented Lemon waterfall: a dip in it, according to locals, you will live comfortably until his death. Also recommend a boat trip across the lagoon Gris-Gris, an intricate maze of mangroves, lianas and palms in the river delta.

Climbers and just lovers of the mountains rise to the peak of Duarte. Go to the top of the leading routes of varying difficulty, and everyone can choose their way of forces. The main attraction of the country's capital - the city of Santo Domingo - the extraordinary architecture of the city's Cathedral Basilica Higuey, is a kind of skewered each other curved arches.

If there is a sensible guide to visiting the colonial part of Santo Domingo can be great fun. This area is simply breathes history. The first street in the New World, the first church in the New World, the first customs office in the New World.

The history of the island is closely intertwined with the life of the great traveler Christopher Columbus, so there are many landmarks associated with him and his family. Very popular means to brighten up the evening with tourists is to visit the tomb of Columbus.

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.