Grand Bahamas Island

Grand Bahama Island is one of the most popular tourist destination in the Bahamas. Here you will find long stretches of deserted clean-white beaches, inviting hotels, one major casino, night-time entertainment and world-class scuba diving facilities and land and sea sports. On Grand Bahama Island you can combine a cosmopolitan vacation at an upscale resort with the charm of a small town. It has one of the world's largest underwater cave systems, three national parks, endless beaches and crisp blue water with enchanting marine life.
Located just 55 miles east of Florida, Grand Bahama Island is home to several unique world-class resorts, to fit every budget, nestled among miles of beautiful beaches, nature preserves and emerald-green seas.

Its variety of cultural experiences and ecological wonders makes Grand Bahama Island ideal for nature-based activity including kayaking, dolphin experiences, airboat eco-adventures, jeep safaris, scuba diving and bike tours.
For a truly authentic Bahamian experience, guests are encouraged to visit local fish fries at Smiths Point, nighttime cultural celebrations at Count Basie Square and seasonal Junkanoo performances.
For those into nature, Grand Bahama is a home to one of the oldest underwater cave systems in the world, situated at the Lucayan National Park. Whether your looking for modern luxury or want to get away from civilization, Grand Bahama offers the best of both worlds.

Article Source: www.grandbahamavacation; www.bahamas.com; www.thebahamasguide.com

Cabbage Beach - Bahamas

Cabbage Beach is a perfect place if you are looking for that party vacation in the sun. Located on the northern side of Paradise Island, it is 3 km long. Its powder-white sand and turquoise water attract sunbathers who stretch out for some quiet time after last evening's wining and dining. The Casinos at Cabbage Beach draw many tourists each year, but so do the various water sports such as water skiing, parasailing, snorkeling, and scuba diving. Tourists interested in the historical aspect of the island can visit the world-famous statues in the nearby Versailles Gardens, some of which date as far back as the 12th-Century. Although Cabbage Beach tends to attract large crowds, a little stretch of shoreline at the northwestern end called Paradise Beach is much quieter. This beautiful part of the coast is lined with palms, sea grapes, and casuarinas.

Article Source: www.EzineArticles.com

Bora Bora Island, Tahiti

Bora Bora Island from above

Bora Bora island is undeniable the most beautiful and famous island in all the world. The legends, mysteries, and romance bring an almost mystical presence to the island. Romantics from around the world have laid claim to this island where the castle-like Mount Otemanu pierces the sky. Lush tropical slopes and valleys blossom with hibiscus, while palm-covered motu circle the illuminated lagoon like a delicate necklace. Perfect white-sand beaches give way to emerald waters where colored fish animate the coral gardens as they greet the giant manta rays. This could be easily be described as the center of the romantic universe.

Bora Bora resorts

The ancient name is "Pora Pora", meaning "first born", it came from legends describing this as the first island to rise when Taaroa, the supreme god, fished it out of the waters after the mythical creation of Havai'i, now known as Raiatea. Although the first letter "B" does not exist in the Tahitian language, when Captain Cook first heard the name he mistook the softened sound of the Tahitian "P" for "B" and called the island Bola Bola.

Known to be a gift of God and incredibly famous for its romantic and mystique sceneries, this volcanic island alone stands apart from the Leeward Islands found in French Polynesia in Southern Pacific waters. Comprised of its Mont Otemanu (Temanu) and Mot Pahia; two peaks of an extinct basaltic volcano that descend dramatically into the ocean and several other volcanic islets rise offshore encircled by a coral barrier reef and its lagoon proliferating the unique beauty of Bora Bora.

Sailing in Bora Bora

Things you can do in Bora Bora:

- Watersports: scuba diving, sailing, snorkeling, surfing, windsurfing, jetskiing, kitesurfing, jetboating, waterskiing.

- Adventures: 4x4 safaris, parasailing, deepsea & sportfishing, shark & ray feeding, hiking & climbing, camping.

- Island Fun & Recreation: cultural & nature touring, lagoon excursions, horseback riding, light tackle fishing, aquabike, bicycle riding, tennis, volleyball, billiards.

- Relaxation: picnics, nightlife, private lagoon tours, sunset cruises, massage

- Shopping, Arts & Craft, Restaurants: local art galleries & studios, black  pearl & jewelry, giftshops, boutiques.

There's no doubt that Bora Bora is indeed a wonderful place for vacation or honeymoon.

 

Article Source: www.boraboraisland.com; www.wikipedia.org; www.tahiti-tourisme.com