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The best things in nature are those that were preserved since God created Earth. Tanzania, being one of the places, which for many years have been attempting to preserve its natural beauty, asserts the wonders that may seem to have come directly from the Creator’s hands.

Its beauty is unrivalled, its resources vast. Tanzania is simply a place of great marvel. Its wildlife sanctuaries are fresh and unspoilt. Wildlife roam in its area as it was intended after the creation. They are free; they flourish at their own rate at their own fashion.

It is no wonder why Tanzania safari is placed among the world’s finest in game viewing.

Aside from the games, Tanzania safari is also well known for its enormous gatherings of wildlife habitats and ecosystems. The Northern Circuit is the most popular entry route towards Tanzania safari which covers the Ngorongoro and Serengeti, places that appeal most to nature and wildlife lovers. Nonetheless, sanctuaries like Tarangire, Arusha and the Lake Manyara are no less dazzling than the two. All these combined makes Tanzania Safari an unimaginable haven for the congregation of animals.

On top of the wonders are the world-known big five, which covers buffalo, elephant, rhino, lion and leopard. Complemented by endless array of plain animals such as the zebra, Thompson gazelle, eland, wildebeest, oryx and others that are included in the same genre. Add to the count the merciless predators that help balance nature like the cheetah, vultures, jackal, wild dog and hyena. Not only does Northern Circuit collects its fame from these animals, it is also recognized for its over 500 bird species which turns it into an ornithologist’s paradise.

As we have earlier noted, the Arusha town is the starting point for northern adventure. It sits nearest to Mount Meru and only distant enough so travelers will get to see the mighty and awesome Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain found in all Africa.

Arusha, aside from the wild animals that it nurses, is also a refuge for rich tapestry of ecosystems that thrive on grassland, heath, montane forest, alpine desert and soda and fresh water lakes.

All these aside, Tanzania is made more distinguished by the largest caldera there is in the world- the Ngorongoro Crater. A natural world wonder itself, Ngorongoro Crater gives refuge to some 30,000 wild animals.

Truly, the Tanzanian safaris will let you witness how nature works, how the dance of life interplay with the death and survival of animals that it constitutes and how the balance of nature is maintained.

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My family and I went on a Disney cruise last Summer and loved it. The Disney Cruise line is the one place at sea where magic comes to life. And with the Disney Cruise Line, what better way to begin than with a Disney Cruise vacation? The Disney Cruise Line brings its unique style to the sea with its ships Disney Magic and Disney Wonder and the Disney Cruise Line has an extensive children’s program with age-specific activities.

There’s a lot to like about Disney cruises. The line offers weekly 3- to 7-day cruises and a few longer special voyages. Seven-night cruises offer a special series of enrichment programs categorized into 3 main areas of interest; Disney’s Art of Entertaining, Disney’s Navigator Series, and Disney Behind-the-Scenes. Disney Wonder sets sail from Port Canaveral on 3 night cruises every Thursday and 4 night cruises every Sunday, which may be combined with a 3 or 4 night pre-stay at the Walt Disney World Resort for a seamless 7 night land and sea vacation. 3 night Bahamas cruises on the Disney Cruise Line’s Disney Wonder leave from Port Canaveral on Thursdays, in every month of the year.

The 3 night cruise goes to Nassau, Bahamas and Disney’s Castaway Cay and the 4 night cruises do the same with the addition of either a day at sea or a visit to Grand Bahama on alternating weeks. 4 night Bahamas cruises on the Disney Wonder leave on Sundays, also throughout the year. All of the cruises stop off at Castaway Cay at some point during the journey, Disney’s fabulous private island, complete with family and adults only beaches. Disney is also offering cruises combined with three or four days stay at Walt Disney World as a package, which guarantees that the cruises will be sold out. Take a Disney week-long land and sea vacation that combines Disney resorts, theme parks, and cruises for the ultimate vacation experience.

A stay at Walt Disney World is the perfect way to cap off your Disney Cruise, and will offer lots of fun for adults and children alike – with lots of activities offered for children, and surprises and fun to give them a holiday to remember. There is something for everyone, so everyone can have a small piece of this boat so they can always remember the wonderful time they have on board the Disney Cruise liner.

Peter Whelan is a well travelled freelance writer. Visit his site at disney-direct.org disney-direct.org


If you are new to caravanning, want to return to caravanning or think “there’s no way I am getting a caravan” then read on…

Caravans have come a long way over the years, and if your memories of touring caravans are cold draughty damp things, you should really take a look at the latest models. Also, if your memories of campsites are of wet damp fields with cold smelly toilet blocks, you should have a look at todays campsite/caravan parks, you will be suprised.

So what is different in caravans today?

The easy answer is a great deal, but if you still aren’t convinced, pop along to your local dealer and have a look. That’s what I did a few months ago and have never looked back. As a comfortable base for other adventure and outdoor activities such as mountain biking, canoeing, walking and just about anything else, the modern caravan is a great place to stay. If you choose your sites carefully (I would always opt for the Caravan Club sites without a bar/club particularly if you have a young family in tow!) you can be assured of high spec, clean facilities in some great locations.

A caravan today comes with: (some of the items below are sold as extra’s)

mains and battery power
Dual gas/electric blown air or wet system heating
Double glazing
Electric showers
Full oven and hob
Fridge or fridge/freezer
Microwave
CD Radio
External gas point
Pumped water
Electric flush toilets
Door and window flyscreens
Sliding sunroofs
Alarms
T.V aerial And much more. Modern caravanners have a whole host of additional items for their caravans including:
Satellite TV
Caravan movers (essential if you opt for a big caravan in my opinion)

The list goes on!

Suffice it say, the modern caravan is well equipped and a home from home. The modern caravanner can now tour all year in excellent comfort. Modern caravans are constructed to high levels of quality and thermal insulation so no more cold nights. A comment made recently by someone viewing the inside of a modern touring caravan was that you wouldn’t get this level of comfort and luxury staying in many of the UK’s leading brand hotels (he mentioned the brand but I can’t afford the legal costs!).

So we have established our living area is comfatable but what about those cold toilet blocks and wet fields. Well the wet fields, come with camping I am afraid to say but on many campsites/caravan parks there are alternatives with hard standing areas and the like, and of course, some campsites have invested heavily in land drainage. But most of the time it’s sunny, so what the heck!

Campsite facilities have improved no end, there are still those campsites with cold and draughty shower and toilet blocks but the majority are well built heated affairs. Some even have baths and piped music and if you have youngsters a lot of sites have specific facilities for toddlers and babies.

Pitch types have also changed with the introduction of super pitches, that have electric, water and TV point plus direct waste connections but you wouldn’t want that much luxury would you? You could have stayed at home, right?

That is the beauty of caravanning and motor caravanning, you can choose to go on a field somewhere with little or no facilities or you can choose to go on to a campsite with full entertainments and high quality facilities. Likewise the caravan or motor home you choose can be basic or luxury depending upon your budget and preference. You end up visiting places you would never have gone to because it is so easy.

Whatever you choose I know you will enjoy it………and before long you will be touring Europe with your caravan or motorhome and this opens up another world of holidaying in the great outdoors.

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Appropriate motorcycle protective clothing adds to the motorcycle rider’s safety for both summer and winter touring.

There is some great looking motorcycle clothing on the market these days, but you are after motorcycle protective clothing not making a fashion statement.

Make sure you have a decent pair of riding boots and protective pants. After all most motorcycle injuries occur to the bottom half of the body. The boots should be thick leather with a sole that can flex with the foot but still has protection to crushing across the foot. The pants should be reinforced at the knee and hip. Speaking of pants, re-enforced jeans should be your choice over normal jeans.

The same principal applies to your jacket. This should be a leather jacket for protection. Make sure you choose thick leather and not fashion leather and again this should be reinforced at the elbows and shoulders.

This brings us to your gloves. These are a must. In an accident you will instinctively put your hands out with palms down to stop yourself in a slide. You should try to choose reinforced leather or even Kevlar if you can.

What’s left? Oh crikey that’s right your helmet. Pick out a comfortable helmet and make sure you wear it at all times. Besides being a legal requirement it will give you some protection. Imagine a crash without a helmet. Hmm what would you look like after this? If you get a full-face helmet, you may remove the visor in very hot weather, but make sure your eyes are covered with goggles, safety-lens or sunglasses. Use a clear visor or goggles at night.

In colder weather, wear aircell undergarments, a warm shirt, jumper, scarf, stout jeans and thick socks with your motorcycle riding boots. An overgarment of the waxed cotton variety will keep out rain, and gauntlets will divert wind from your sleeves. You may feel too warm at first, but once you get underway the clothing will keep your body temperature stable and protect you from the elements.

So when you are purchasing your motorcycle protective clothing think what are you buying for? Hopefully your answer is protection and not a fashion statement.

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Ian Molloy is the owner of Crikey Adventure Tours.

Visit his website crikey-adventure-tours.com www.crikey-adventure-tours.com for more information about this article and other related topics. He not only has his tour business operating from Peth in Western Australia, but his site is full of very helpful information.

Some of these includes tips on motorcycles crikey-adventure-tours.com/motorcycle-holiday.html www.crikey-adventure-tours.com/motorcycle-holiday.html, driving cross-country, caravanning and generally lots of tips about having a “camping” holiday.