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The Oceans have always been a source of
life, but with the changes affecting our Earth, will they ultimately be
our destruction?
A heavy introduction for a Tour Host
Review, but with the recent media blitz on the effects of Global Warming,
the freakish weather, and the UN's determination to assist the tourism
sector and protect the deep sea, it is a topic that environmentally conscious
travels can hardly ignore. The fact that Coleridge's Mariner suffers
because of his lack of respect for life, is prophetic.
This month Hosts, offer a selection of
trips, encompassing above the water cruises and sailing schools, the
pleasures of the deep, maritime history, to just all round good island
fun.
Whatever your ocean objective, remember
that travel can help or harm the places we visit. Just as we strive to be
culturally sensitive to the people we encounter, we must remember that the
plants and animals, those we see and the 1,000's underwater we may never know
exist, are all creatures of the same omnipotent power, or evolutional
fluke, that put us here as their steward.
This
month's tour hosts review:
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Adventure Center
Pick of
the Month |
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Location: South
Pacific, Poles, So America |
| Specialty: Tall ship sailing, small ship expeditions and
dive opportunities |
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We Like Them: Adventure Center offers over 1,000 trips in 100 countries from a variety of
international suppliers. More than a dozen Arctic and Antarctic
trips introduce travelers to the remote lands which hold the destiny of the
world in their frozen masses. For those explorers craving islands in the
sun, Adventure Center offers tall ship expeditions in the South Pacific and
nature explorations in the Galapagos. For the offbeat, enjoy a dhow in
Oman or a dhoni in the Maldives. Of course, Europe, So America and the Caribbean
are also represented. |
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Article:
The "Pizzly" Bear" |
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Alpha Yachting |
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Location: Greece, Turkey and Italy |
| Specialty:
Yacht charters and cruise holidays |
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We Like Them: Naval architect Manos Komninos has been
brokering yachts in his native Greece for over 20 years. Whether you are
looking to charter a sailing or motor yacht or join a cruise on one of the
many scheduled departures Alpha Yachting
books, Manos can suggest the best boat, islands and routes to suit your interest. Alpha Yachting
also has a host of yachts for sale, if you really want to get away. |
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Bill Beard's Costa Rica |
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Location: Costa Rica |
| Specialty: Diving |
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We Like Them: For nearly 35 years, Bill Beard has been
operating dive programs with the last 20 combining adventure holidays as
well. Whether you are looking for a dive specific holiday, a romantic or
family beach getaway, Bill Beard's Costa Rica can create a holiday that
includes the sites and culture of this small yet diverse country. |
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Article:
Costa
Rica Scuba Diving and Adventure
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The Mariner's Museum |
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Location: Virginia,
trip destinations vary yearly |
| Specialty:
Mariner history |
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We Like Them: The museum's collections offers a staggering
array of maritime memorabilia. Permanent collections include the Age of Exploration, The International
Small
Craft
Center
and
The Miniature Ships Of August F. Crabtree. Other Museum highlights include: The
Scientific Instrument Collection,
The Figurehead Collection and The Ephemera
Collection. Their online exhibitions include biographies of the major explorers,
as well as an array of materials relating to maritime history. Yearly trips
include short trips in the local area, as well as International
destinations. |
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Article:
James Cook |
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Aegean Sailing School |
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Location: Greece |
| Specialty:
Sailing courses |
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We Like Them: After 30 years in the Royal Navy, George
Burton took off to Greece to share his love of sailing with others.
Offering both practical and shore based courses,
Aegean Sailing School can teach you a little
or a lot about crewing or skippering depending on your needs and interest.
With only four students in the practical courses, there is plenty of
individual instruction and time to enjoy the beauty and history of Greece,
both above and below the water. 2006
welcomes their newest yacht, Hellas I, outfitted to accommodate the
visually impaired and wheelchair users offering classes suitable for the
complete novice as well as those with previous experience. |
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Galapagos Tours and Cruises |
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Location: Galapagos
Islands |
| Specialty: Nature cruises and hotel packages |
| Why
We Like Them:
Galapagos Tours and Cruises has been
planning tours to Darwin famous islands for over 30 years. Whether you want
to cruise, dive or enjoy nature's bounty from land based accommodations,
Galapagos Tours and Cruises can make your trip a reality. Leisurely hikes
and simple snorkeling in the hands of nature guides, insures your discover
the flora and fauna of this unique location, both on land and under the
sea. |
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