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	<title>Geology Holidays &#187; Mountain Holidays</title>
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		<title>Korcula Island, Croatia: Coastal Holidays</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 22:30:43 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[From Dubrovnik on the Dalmatian coast to Zagreb in the North  and the Istrian peninsula, Croatia has something to offer every tourist. The climate is Mediterranean along the Adriatic coast,  which means warm dry summers and mild winters and  it is one of the  sunniest coastlines in Europe.  Sailing  holidays [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>From Dubrovnik on the Dalmatian coast to Zagreb in the North  and the Istrian peninsula, Croatia has something to offer every tourist. The climate is Mediterranean along the Adriatic coast,  which means warm dry summers and mild winters and  it is one of the  sunniest coastlines in Europe.  Sailing  holidays are an option visiting some of the many islands off the coast, some  uninhabited, Cruising, chartering a boat with or without a skipper  or taking a sailing course for the beginner to the more advanced sailor  among you. The former  Yugoslavia offers fabulous, reasonably priced food some with an Italian  influence and other local specialities such as a palacinke which is  a crepe-like dessert often stuffed with walnuts or chocolate and sometimes  served with ice cream.</p>
<p><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kor%C4%8Dula" target="_blank">Korcula Island</a> belongs to the central Dalmatian archipelago and is a stunning Island known well for it&#8217;s nudist beaches! If that doesn&#8217;t float your boat but rocks do, check out the hidden coves and bays dotted along the coast of the Island. Secluded beaches and scattered boulders from cliffs that once stood are just some of the incredible geological sites you will see here.</p>
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		<title>Riga, Latvia: Beach and Sea Holidays</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 22:07:11 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Latvia &#8216;The Land That Sings&#8217;.  Whether you’re interested in museums, medieval castles or nature  reserves Latvia offers them all. Latvian craftsmen have kept traditions alive which have  been passed down from their ancestors, these can be seen in workshops and  museums all over the country and include woodcarvers, potters, carpenters,  stonemasons, weavers and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Latvia &#8216;The Land That Sings&#8217;.  Whether you’re interested in museums, medieval castles or nature  reserves Latvia offers them all. Latvian craftsmen have kept traditions alive which have  been passed down from their ancestors, these can be seen in workshops and  museums all over the country and include woodcarvers, potters, carpenters,  stonemasons, weavers and tailors. Hunting and fishing are popular as there are many  lakes as is boating and accommodation can be found in campsites, farmhouses  or guesthouses. Watch out if you go hiking as you may see wildlife such as elk,  deer, brown bears and wolves in the national parks. Latvia is a country with  beautiful nature, wonderful people and great history.</p>
<p>Riga sits not too far away from the coast of the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baltic_Sea" target="_blank">Baltic Sea</a>. A Sea famed for once being a massive river bed. As the Earth shifted around, so the sea was formed. It is one of the largest inland seas and has a very low salinity. The Baltic Sea coast offers a varied coastline with white sandy beaches and rock formations, at certain times of the year even Baltic Amber can be found.</p>
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		<title>Cape Verde:</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 21:29:29 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Currently travel times to Cape Verde from London are  approx 5.5 hours and the best time to visit is from October to June.Good things about Cape Verde are the food, people, beaches,  the lagoon, salt mine, charm, scuba diving, wind surfing, surfing, and golf  courses. Music plays a huge part in Cape Verdean [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Currently travel times to Cape Verde from London are  approx 5.5 hours and the best time to visit is from October to June.Good things about Cape Verde are the food, people, beaches,  the lagoon, salt mine, charm, scuba diving, wind surfing, surfing, and golf  courses. Music plays a huge part in Cape Verdean culture and it really is quite unique. Varied landscapes, beautiful beaches and clear waters of the Atlantic ocean appeal to all. Hiking the hills, turtle or bird watching, enjoying the culture or island hopping there is something for everyone.</p>
<p>The Archipelago is volcanic in origin and there are 10 islands  that you can hop to each offering different regions, from the flat, barren and  windswept Islands of Sal, Boa Vista and Maio, to spectacular mountainous  scenery, white sandy beaches and lush plantations filled with banana, sugar  cane, papaya. The climate is wonderful all year round. Enjoy great  cuisine (especially if you enjoy fish) mainly Portuguese and Creole  influenced, while overlooking a spell  binding and tantalising country.</p>
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		<title>Black Sea, Sunny Beach &#8211; Bulgaria: Sea Holidays</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 20:57:32 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Bulgaria has clean air, a  healthy climate, forests, history, mountains, culture&#8230; Actually you name it, Bulgaria has it! The Bulgarian coast  faces east and extends over 378  km, there are lots of vast fine golden sandy beaches and the  majority of Bulgaria beaches have been awarded the EU Blue Flag for their  environmental excellence.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Bulgaria has clean air, a  healthy climate, forests, history, mountains, culture&#8230; Actually you name it, Bulgaria has it! The Bulgarian coast  faces east and extends over 378  km, there are lots of vast fine golden sandy beaches and the  majority of Bulgaria beaches have been awarded the EU Blue Flag for their  environmental excellence.<br />
For wine lovers Bulgaria boasts of a long history of  grape growing and wine production, there are five wine regions which are  scattered all over the country that grow international varieties like Cabernet  Sauvignon.</p>
<p>Sunny Beach sits on the coast of the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Sea" target="_blank">Black Sea</a> which is a geological mish mash of events, from volcanoes erupting to mountains rising and sinking, the Black Sea is very interesting! Then take into account the interesting features the Sea itself has to hold, for example it is less than half the salinity of normal sea&#8217;s, so now salty taste in your mouth should you swallow some whilst swimming!</p>
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		<title>Lisbon, Portugal: Dinosaur Holidays</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 00:47:27 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Lisbon is the Capital and is well  worth a visit for the culture and architecture. Lisbon has a Mediterranean  climate that is strongly influenced by the Gulf Stream, giving it one of  the mildest climates in Europe. The city is sunny throughout the year. Every  June there are 5 days of [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Lisbon is the Capital and is well  worth a visit for the culture and architecture. Lisbon has a Mediterranean  climate that is strongly influenced by the Gulf Stream, giving it one of  the mildest climates in Europe. The city is sunny throughout the year. Every  June there are 5 days of popular street celebrations in memory of Saint Anthony   a saint born in Lisbon. <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Portugal" target="_blank">Portugal</a> is a fish heaven where you can  find fresh bass, cockles,  mussels,  red mullets, clams and  oysters,  swordfish and shellfish.  Other specialities of Portugal  include goat and sheep cheeses. Oporto is famous for port wine, which became a  major trade following a 1703 agreement with the United Kingdom. The whole of  Portugal is renowned for its championship golf courses and offers plenty for the  novice and the professional.A place to visit in the west are the dinosaur remains, visitors can see the fossilised remains of the eggs of 180 carnivorous dinosaurs making it the largest such nest in the world and uniquely the eggs contain embryos. Check out the <a href="http://www.mnhn.ul.pt/" target="_blank">Museum of Natural History</a> to see some dinosaur bones. It&#8217;s also worth checking out the 2nd biggest <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lisbon_Oceanarium" target="_blank">aquarium</a> in the world the<a href="http://www.oceanario.pt/" target="_blank"> Oceanario de Lisboa</a>.</p>
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		<title>Phuket Kata Beach,Thailand: Beach Holidays</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 23:30:54 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Thailand is a place of splendour. Only 11 hours away by plane  from the UK, it is a diverse country that will suit all travellers with it&#8217;s  enchanting culture, picturesque scenery and idyllic beaches.  Thai beaches, such as those of Phuket and Krabi are world famous,  there are literally thousands of miles [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thailand" target="_blank">Thailand</a> is a place of splendour. Only 11 hours away by plane  from the UK, it is a diverse country that will suit all travellers with it&#8217;s  enchanting culture, picturesque scenery and idyllic beaches.  Thai beaches, such as those of Phuket and Krabi are world famous,  there are literally thousands of miles of beaches, and of every conceivable  variety with every backdrop from caves to mountains with wonderful palm trees.  Get  the freshest fruit and veg from the street markets along with handicrafts and  try bartering which is expected and you could get up to a 40% reduction. The  best time to visit most of Thailand is between November and  February, mostly because it rains the least and is not so hot during  this time, it  is also the main season for both national and regional  festivals.</div>
<p>Not only does <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phuket#Geography" target="_blank">Phuket</a> have incredible geology inland with it&#8217;s awesome mountain ranges, it also has stunning beaches. The Phuket Kata beach is one of the more famous beaches because it is truly stunning. Each grain of sand tells a story of  Thailands past and you can learn alot as you stroll along the magnificent beaches.</p>
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		<title>Johannesburg, South Africa: Gold and Diamond Holidays</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 17:14:15 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Johannesburg is the largest city in South Africa and is home to a massive gold and diamond trade as it sits near mineral rich hill ranges. It is a metropolitan city with great weather and loads of places to see and visit. From sports to opera&#8217;s Johannesburg has it all. Find world famous wines and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Johannesburg" target="_blank">Johannesburg </a>is the largest city in South Africa and is home to a massive gold and diamond trade as it sits near mineral rich hill ranges. It is a metropolitan city with great weather and loads of places to see and visit. From sports to opera&#8217;s Johannesburg has it all. Find world famous wines and wildlife and culture at every turn.</p>
<p>The <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Witwatersrand" target="_blank">Witwatersrand</a> is a small range of sedimentary hills which is usually overlooked until you delve into the rocks to discover that over 40% of the World&#8217;s gold comes from these hills. The hills themselves are geologically complex, containing a mixture of rock types including shales and conglomerates.</p>
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		<title>Paphos, Cyprus: Mountain Holidays</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 16:23:41 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Paphos was once the capital of Cyprus and so is home to a plethora of cultures. Bars, cafes and restaurants mixed with the history of the ancient Greeks and their Gods. There are clubs and plush hotels or traditional eateries and friendly faces. Sit on the port of Kato Pafos and watch the sunset as [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paphos" target="_blank">Paphos</a> was once the capital of Cyprus and so is home to a plethora of cultures. Bars, cafes and restaurants mixed with the history of the ancient Greeks and their Gods. There are clubs and plush hotels or traditional eateries and friendly faces. Sit on the port of Kato Pafos and watch the sunset as you eat great food, talk about the good times and watch the sunset or rise. Truly magical.</p>
<p><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mount_Olympus_(Cyprus)" target="_blank">Mount Olympos</a> is at the heart of the Troodos Mountains and stands at an impressive 6,402 feet. Although it is home to a military base in the winter it turns into a small ski area. It has an old temple to Aphrodite on it as well as an abandoned <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chromite" target="_blank">chromite</a> mine in Hadjipavlou.</p>
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		<title>Marrakech, Morocco: Mountain Holidays</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 15:55:10 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Marrakech is a truly awe inspiring holiday destination, full of rich and diverse history and culture without ignoring the present you can delve into the mixed history of Marrakech in the comforts of a modern hotel. Street musicians, storytellers and the smell of spices fill the air as you wonder through the town square. You [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Marrakech is a truly awe inspiring holiday destination, full of rich and diverse history and culture without ignoring the present you can delve into the mixed history of Marrakech in the comforts of a modern hotel. Street musicians, storytellers and the smell of spices fill the air as you wonder through the town square. You have to see the Koutoubia Mosque which dominates the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marrakech" target="_blank">Marrakech</a> skyline.</p>
<p>The <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atlas_mountains" target="_blank">Atlas Mountains</a> run for almost 1,500 miles through Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia. The range itself is divided into many smaller ranges which were all created around the same time millions  of years ago, they are  some of the older mountains in the world and hold many interesting secrets. These mountains once rivalled the Himalayas but erosion has taken its toll and the highest point is now  13,671 ft (Everest = 29,029 ft. )</p>
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		<title>Chania, Crete &#8211; Greece: Gorge Holidays</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 14:45:32 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Chania is a great town placed in the West of Crete. Sitting on the coast it has long stretches of sandy beach, bars and taverna&#8217;s and a beautiful Venetian Harbour. The old town is full of character and charm and the new town provides everything you need for a truly awesome holiday, from markets to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chania" target="_blank">Chania</a> is a great town placed in the West of Crete. Sitting on the coast it has long stretches of sandy beach, bars and taverna&#8217;s and a beautiful Venetian Harbour. The old town is full of character and charm and the new town provides everything you need for a truly awesome holiday, from markets to cosmopolitan shops you can&#8217;t go wrong.</p>
<p>The <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samaria_Gorge" target="_blank">Samaria Gorge</a> lies in the Western side of Crete and is it&#8217;s only National Park. Created by the river running between the white mountains and Mt Volakias, the gorge runs for 16km. Visitors are advised to take a few drinks for the walk as it&#8217;s a steep walk down, then you can either go back up or catch a boat at the end back to the town (the better option!)</p>
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