Next Island – Page 12 – Tropical Life

Mar282015 by olafNo Comments

Banda Island

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_blockquote type="type1" border_color="#00e3ff"] Around 2000 kilometre east of Java in Maluku province are a cluster of islands called Banda. It is one of the more exciting destinations for travelers looking for an interesting holiday experience. This island cluster presents picture-postcard beach lines, exquisite waterscape and a fascinating history supported by relics going back as far as 8,000 years. [/vc_blockquote][vc_column_text] Although considered as a high profile and popular tourism site, access to the Banda Islands requires some extra travel from Indonesia’s international hubs. The city of Ambon on Ambon Island in the Maluku Islands has a twice-weekly ferry service to Banda Nerira Port. Local airlines or charter planes also offer services to Banda. Banda...

Mar282015 by olaf13 Comments

Nusa Penida Island

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_blockquote type="type1" border_color="#00e3ff"] Nusa Penida Island is located on the Southeastern side of Bali and is an island of rugged beauty, spiritual myth and folk law providing an arresting sense of adventure for its visitors. Part of the charm here for trippers to the island is that it is without modern tourist facilities. This is a destination for those who like to get off the beaten track, trek and experience the hospitality of a friendly local population. [/vc_blockquote][vc_column_text] Covering an area of 200 square kilometers, Nusa Penida is the largest of three islands resting just a few kilometers from the Sanur beach line. Facilities here are basic but restaurants offer good local dishes and fresh seafood is always on the menu. Basic local homesta...

Mar112015 by olafNo Comments

Penang

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_blockquote type="type1" border_color="#00e3ff"] Penang is an island state of Malaysia, one of the most visited destinations for travellers to the country and has well earned the name ‘Pearl of the Orient’. This turtle shaped island covers 285 square kilometres, has its own international airport and is connected to the mainland by the Penang Bridge, one of the longest bridges in the world. [/vc_blockquote][vc_column_text] Taking a short flight to Penang from Kuala Lumpur I landed on an island of modern business and holiday sophistication where a rich history and culture has been preserved. I chose to stay in the Batu Ferringhi beach resort area of the island where hotels and enticing restaurants line the coast and golden beaches on the N.W. tip of the island. Batu ...

Feb112015 by olafNo Comments

Nha Trang

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_blockquote type="type1" border_color="#00e3ff"] Vietnam is not lacking for its tropical getaways. One of them is Nha Trang, a coastal city in the Southern part of the countryside. It has become well known among international tourists for its mild all year round temperatures, its international-class leisure facilities, captivating historical landscape, spectacular beaches and crystal clear ocean waters. [/vc_blockquote][vc_column_text] The beachfront area of Nha Trang has these last few years, been through some great improvement with added parks and sculptured gardens spread along its impressive shorefront. The local streets now present a host of dining options that have contributed to turning Nha Trang into a fully-fledged resort city. It has become one of Vietnam...

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Hua Hin, Thailand

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_blockquote type="type1" border_color="#00e3ff"] Hua Hin was established as a resort and exclusive getaway for Thailand’s Royal Family. This coastal, cosmopolitan city of fine beaches and plenty of opportunities for inland activities has become a popular destination for local and international tourists alike. [/vc_blockquote][vc_column_text] This once a tranquil fishing village of Hua Hin has become one of the most sought-after holiday areas on the Gulf of Thailand. So popular is it that it has developed into the favoured getaway destination for residents of Thailand’s larger cities. International brand hotels have built their properties around the vicinity of Hua Hin. It should be said however that rapid development is controlled by local government authorities th...

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Lombok

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_blockquote type="type1" border_color="#00e3ff"] Located just east of our well-known Bali, Lombok resembles its sister island in many ways. An idyllic escape of pristine white-sand beaches, challenging surf spots, stunning landscape vistas and its laid-back relaxing ambience, Lombok has captured the heart of many domestic and international visitors. [/vc_blockquote][vc_column_text] Lombok is about the same size as Bali and has Mataram as its capital city. Many of the island’s scenic spots still remain untouched making it a perfect destination for a tranquil holidays or romantic honeymoon getaways. Lombok presents the unspoiled scenic vistas of a vintage tropical paradise and may well remind its visitors of Bali as it was some years ago. Visitors tend to stay in th...