Posts Tagged ‘Surfing Destinations’

By Dian Hasan | December 3, 2009

One of the greatest ironies in travel is that we very often find ourselves yearning and learning more about other travel destinations, and take for granted our own hometown. Yes, we are culpable. And it is when we’re on our travels that we then often think about where we come from and we left behind.

The recent economic downturn put a dent in anyone’s wallet, and their travel plans. It has reigned in our appetite for travel – albeit by no means did it evaporate the idea – travelers started looking at their own backyard, and see their home town in a new light. And… Voila! It’s just as interesting! And there are a myriad of ways to experience it.

Here’s a look at San Diego, California’s gem of a sunny playground, with as strong a lure for travelers as it is for San Diegans themselves. It does of course have an unfair advantage, a favorable weather to enjoy the outdoors all-year round. (click on picture)

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By Dian Hasan | December 3, 2009

One of the greatest ironies in travel is that we very often find ourselves yearning and learning more about other travel destinations, and take for granted our own hometown. Yes, we are culpable. And it is when we’re on our travels that we then often think about where we come from and we left behind.

The recent economic downturn put a dent in anyone’s wallet, and their travel plans. It has reigned in our appetite for travel – albeit by no means did it evaporate the idea – travelers started looking at their own backyard, and see their home town in a new light. And… Voila! It’s just as interesting! And there are a myriad of ways to experience it.

Here’s a look at San Diego, California’s gem of a sunny playground, with as strong a lure for travelers as it is for San Diegans themselves. It does of course have an unfair advantage, a favorable weather to enjoy the outdoors all-year round. (click on picture)

Read the rest of this entry »

By Dian Hasan | December 3, 2009

One of the greatest ironies in travel is that we very often find ourselves yearning and learning more about other travel destinations, and take for granted our own hometown. Yes, we are culpable. And it is when we’re on our travels that we then often think about where we come from and we left behind.

The recent economic downturn put a dent in anyone’s wallet, and their travel plans. It has reigned in our appetite for travel – albeit by no means did it evaporate the idea – travelers started looking at their own backyard, and see their home town in a new light. And… Voila! It’s just as interesting! And there are a myriad of ways to experience it.

Here’s a look at San Diego, California’s gem of a sunny playground, with as strong a lure for travelers as it is for San Diegans themselves. It does of course have an unfair advantage, a favorable weather to enjoy the outdoors all-year round. (click on picture)

Read the rest of this entry »

By Dian Hasan | December 3, 2009

One of the greatest ironies in travel is that we very often find ourselves yearning and learning more about other travel destinations, and take for granted our own hometown. Yes, we are culpable. And it is when we’re on our travels that we then often think about where we come from and we left behind.

The recent economic downturn put a dent in anyone’s wallet, and their travel plans. It has reigned in our appetite for travel – albeit by no means did it evaporate the idea – travelers started looking at their own backyard, and see their home town in a new light. And… Voila! It’s just as interesting! And there are a myriad of ways to experience it.

Here’s a look at San Diego, California’s gem of a sunny playground, with as strong a lure for travelers as it is for San Diegans themselves. It does of course have an unfair advantage, a favorable weather to enjoy the outdoors all-year round. (click on picture)

Read the rest of this entry »

By Dian Hasan | October 20, 2009

Not bad for a day's catch. Photo: Jungle Ulua Fishing Adventures

For the seasoned Bali visitor who yearns to explore all the Isle of Gods has to offer (even an extended vacation will never suffice) and anyone who is intrigued by unique travel experience, with some fishing thrown in, here’s a Safari Camp like no other.

Join Cyrus Boyum and Michael Owen, two American adventurers and fishing aficionados for a safari camp to Grajagan, East Java, for some serious Ulua fishing. For the novice, Ulua is Giant Trevally. All fishing trips depart from Bali.Jungle Ulua Fishing Adventures. And while in the area you can always go surfing at the world-famous G-Land.

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Located in Southern Bali’s Bukit Peninsula, Dreamland is an excellent beach for surfing, sunsets and solitude.

Dreamland started life when surfers discovered it enroute to the other nearby surfing spot of Uluwatu and Padang Padang. Now that the “secret is out”, Bali-based expatriates and visitors alike have converged upon it.

The white sandy beach and the world-famous surf-break for long rides, coupled with its remote setting, makes for the perfect escape from all the worldly cares.

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Bali provides opportunities for those who would like to learn scuba diving, even without theory and pool training, but also some of the best diving spots for the experienced scuba diver. At Sanur Beach you can even experience the sea life from the safety of your diving bubble with the Sea Walker. The only one in Bali – no diving experience needed.
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When your adrenaline itches to come out and play… real hard.. then taking the plunge via the Bungy route, awaits in magical Bali.

After you’ve exhausted all your options of touring the magical island, surfed all its shores, reached your nirvana at all the Spas… well, we all know that’s virtually impossible. As there’s never enough time to experience everything Bali has to offer. But AJ Hackett, an international household name for extreme activities, founded by a Kiwi with a knack for adrenaline pumping has brought the excitement of Bungy Jumping to the Isle of Gods. Here’s a look at it.
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From a name that is synonymous with chic Italian luxury, a brand built on jewelry, that has expanded beyond striking rocks and gems of bling, into an entire offering of lifestyle products and services. The world of hospitality was a natural progression, with Bulgari Hotel in Milan as the first abode, followed by Bali, the Isle of Gods, that Bulgari considered apt as location for its first hotel outside of Italy. And so Bulgari Resort, Bali was born, an exquisite creation in a natural setting that draws no parallel, not only in Bali, but perhaps even the world. Read the rest of this entry »

If Esperanza looks familiar, you’ve probably seen it in a few Hollywood movies, or supermarket gossip tabloids where yet another vacationing celebrity was spotted at this hotel. Such is the allure of Esperanza, with its setting as the main draw. At the tip of the Baja Peninsula, just outside of Cabo San Lucas, where the Pacific meets the Sea of Cortez. Read the rest of this entry »