Tunisia is full of surprises , delights and the most amzing contrasts.

Greater London, England -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/087/2010 -- There can be more to a Tunisian holiday than simply a beach vacation-you and your family can look forward to exciting festivals as well. There are forty festivals in the country mainly in the summer time. Tunisia organises several international cultural festivals renowned in the world, one such festival is El Djem’s International Festival of Symphonic Music.

El Djem is about 160km south of Tunis and this summer festival attracts classical musicians from all over the world who travel to El Djem to perform at the magnificent Colosseum. Built around the year 200, it was the scene of those games and circuses , often cruel and bloody, provided by ancient Rome. Today it is replaced by the haunting strains of a concerto or the precise beauty of a fugue. With its imposing structure and outstanding acoustics , this is a stunning venue for a festival of classical music. While the symphonic melodies are intoxicating , some visitors come solely for the venue.

The International Festival of Symphony Music El Djem was founded in 1985 ,as a festival with intentions to draw international audience and performers. The festival draws many Tunisian and foreign music lovers. Those who have the opportunity to come to El Djem during the festival months,July- August, let themselves be seduced by the rich combination of architectural splendor and the beauty of music.

Year after year , the festivals has attracted big names from the musical world, clearly as eager to play in such amazing candle-lit surroundings, as spectators are to enjoy them. The colosseum lit with candles, with a balmy summer evening under a magnificent starry sky, creates a romantic ambience. The spectacle is truly amazing, a lifetime memory. It is the multiple attractions that make Tunisia one of the most visited and traveled countries of the world. There are nearly all big airlines that fly to Tunisia.For fare and comparison between cheap flights to Tunisia visit http://www.flightsafrica.co.uk.

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Matusadona National Park is a relatively unknown national park in Zimbabwe and because of this it has become one of the best Zimbabwean national parks to visit.

London, England -- (SBWIRE) -- 04/30/2010 -- The park takes its name from the local “Matuzviadonha Hills” and is a stunning combination of flat plains and rugged mountain country. It boasts a unique combination of pristine and rugged wilderness with the water frontage of Lake Kariba. It is a park comprising some 1400 square kilometers of diverse flora and fauna.

The Matusadona National park is surrounded by the Ume River in the west and the Sanyati River in the east. This park proves to be a fascinating safari destination. Entry into the park can be done in two ways; either by boat on lake Kariba or through the Karoi –kamativi road by car.

Large herds of elephant and buffalo inhabit the area , along with plentiful antelope, hyaena and lions. There is also a descent population of endangered black rhinoceros. The park is home to what is considered to be the highest concentration of lions per square kilometer in Africa. Bird life is compelling , with over 240 species recorded in the park . Lake Cariba is teeming with crocodiles and you can see them sunbathing at intervals along the shore.

A range of interesting activities are offered in the Matusadona National park such as; game drives, safaris, night viewing , game walks, hikes and fishing. Lake Kariba offers the opportunity to try your hand at tiger and beam fishing, which is immensely popular. Swimming is not advised except in a swimming cage on the back of some of the larger houseboats. A walking safari is the best way to explore the park . In addition visitors can stay in cruises or houseboats along the long shoreline in the north. Sailing safaris can also be undertaken ,also a network of roads , although uncomfortable , provides more opportunities to view wildlife, making it an excellent all-round safari location.

The park is open to visitors throughout the year as the weather is surprisingly pleasant. There are three camps; Ume, Muuyu Elephant point and Mbalabala. Each of the camp offer accommodation in fully equipped family units. Moreover, Spurwing Island and Matusadona water lodge are two attractive lodge sites in the middle of the Matusadona shoreline.

Another advantage that comes along with the beauty and splendor of natural goodness in Zimbabwe is the inexpensive entertainment. The price of most good for shopping and fashion or traditional crafts is very reasonable. Also cheap flights to Zimbabwe are available at some of the record cheapest prices, Due to the natural disaster and big blow to the airline industry due to the volcanic ash, the flights to Zimbabwe, with the direct airline Air Zimbabwe are now a days available at some Special offer prices as low as 300 pounds. But these cheap flights to Harare are only available at specific dates in April . In summer, other fares including those offered by Air Afriqiyah, KLM and Ethiopian Airways are very cheap if flying from London UK. For more on cheap flights to Zimbabwe visit our website.

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London, UK -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/09/2010 -- It’s been 5 years that I am in the airline business. Being honest, it does not really matter if Kenyan Airways is selling more than Ethiopian or Air Zimbabwe more than British Airways, at the end of the day it’s a business like any other. What matters for most is the prices, getting cheap flights and saving money. Also, an important factor is the reputation of the airline and your safety concerns.

In this regard, there are some huge “un justifications” done to Air Zimbabwe for a long time, people have associated rumors, ill repute and incidents with the airline that never actually occurred in history! Some “so-called reliable” sources (big names in media) have published stories not even close to reality…after court trials the publishers reportedly apologized from the airline yet; the irony of the situation is that the false news and reports continued to spread (as it’s a more spicy story to tell), starting with “Did Not” missing the “NOT” on their way from ear to ear, turning to “MAY-BE” and ending with “EXACTLY”…leaving the truth far behind.

There are many occasions when I have been asked “is it safe to fly with Air Zimbabwe”? …OR …”I have heard they will be grounded? Will I get my money back?” some times the questions are hilarious yet, the people are really serious asking them such as “Who are the pilots, are they well trained?” of course, one should be concerned about their safety, but why all the “SAFETY” and “SECURITY” questions are always raised about one particular airline? Aren’t we discriminating …? YES, but why? How real are the rumors about Air Zimbabwe?

Firstly, let’s take “The Chicago tribune”, published in June 1999, by a respectable American newspaper in the travel section, under the headline &aposChoppy Skies: A White knuckle Flight on Air Zimbabwe.&apos As the headline, the story is interesting, fearsome and hilarious at the same time. No doubt it got popular in seconds. Here is the summary: “The freelance reporter Gaby Plattner claimed that she had flown on Air Zimbabwe from Kariba to Hwange and flight departed without a co-pilot, who failed to arrive for unexplained reasons. She also claimed that during the flight the pilot went to the toilets holding cockpit the door open with a rubber band. She claims they encountered turbulence and the rubber band snapped loose and the cockpit door swung shut locking out the pilot. She claimed that the pilot had to use an axe to chop down the door down! “

 REALITY OR FABRICATION? ANSWER IS FABRICATION
It turned out the entire story was pure fabrication based on a decades old “urban legend”. For about two months the Chicago Tribune refused to publish a retraction, supporting their report until they were presented with a printed copy of an older version of the urban legend. The reporter finally admitted nothing like that has happened on Air Zimbabwe flight and the story was told to her by a fellow traveler. Both Gaby Plattner (reporter) and The Chicago tribune wrote letters apologizing to Air Zimbabwe and published a retraction.

Secondly on the list is the CNN story claiming that Air Zimbabwe had a 12 in 100 chance of being involved in a fatal accident, thus, characterizing is as “the most dangerous carrier in the world”.

 CALCULATION OR MISCALCULATION? ANSWER IS MISCALCULATIONS
To the contrary, statistics actually show that Air Zimbabwe is one of the safest airlines in the world. Since the end of the 1970s guerilla war for Zimbabwe&aposs liberation, Air Zimbabwe has never had a fatal accident in its entire history.

To this day, numerous web sites including the American military continue to quote the original Chicago Tribune story as if it was true and the CNN calculations are often referred. There is still very little told or published about the facts as they are and not the fabrications. Very recently, two of the top 5 star alliance airlines had flight cancellations, strikes and unwarned rescheduling! The point is, generalizing without bothering to separate the fabrications from the facts, is not only causing some cost effective airlines to loose business but also customers are paying more on expensive flights. Also, Air Zimbabwe offers the cheapest flights to Harare and flies from 17 destinations in the world that means a great deal to Zimbabweans. For more on cheap flights to Harare visit Travelhouseuk.co.uk.

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Greater London, England -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/03/2010 -- Although, the country South Africa is gorgeous, splendid and a complete package of thrilling adventure, but if you have a limited time or going to South Africa for the first time, Cape Town is a must stop. Also, Cape Town is a city where you can fly direct while you also have exciting connecting flight offers via Johannesburg. There are a huge number of airline who offer flights to Cape Town, which makes choosing cheap flights to Cape Town rather easier. The promotional offers and discounted offers on flights to Cape Town keel floating in the market, though the cheapest ones are generally available at least 4-6 months prior departure date. For more on cheap flights to Cape Town visit Travelhouseuk.co.uk

A visit to Cape Town, is not limited to beaches (although they are tremendously picturesque and happening), the other identity of Cape Town, or the Cape Province is Golfing, Horse Racing and Game reserves. If you are also interest in making your trip complete by taking pictures of the “Big Five”, Kwantu Private Game Reserve is just the place.

The Kwantu Private Game Reserve is situated in the Beautiful Frontier Country, Eastern Cape Province. It is wondrous and stunning luxury game reserve that brings together a rich natural heritage with a fascinating history. The name Kwantu means “Place of Gathering” and it certainly is just that. What makes it different and unique in its own way is the mystical blend of nature and history that energizes your body, mind, and soul. It is a good place to start your travel from, especially if you are on your first trip.

The Kwantu us set in the splendor of the malaria free Eastern Cape opening up an entire new world of magnificent flora and fauna and a “Big five” African Adventure begins where you can experience five star hospitality and enjoy the pure tranquility that the reserve has to offer. You will find it very children friendly too, as its not limited to the campo sides or tents but here you can enjoy five-star accommodation to leave your body, mind and soul completely refreshed.

To keep on you the track, tell you interesting stories about the park and also fill your minds with some local knowledge, in the Kwantu, well trained game rangers conduct outstanding game drives taking you right into Africa&aposs wild landscape. Apart from the wild life expedition, or the flora and fauna, the park offers one of its kind confrontations with the history of native Africans. The reserve is home to the village of Sidbury, built by the British Settlers to support the sheep farming community. The Kwantu Gmae Reserve is a mystical blend of nature and history Here you will find St Peter&aposs church built in 1838, one of the oldest Anglican churches in South Africa. The village has many inspiring and interesting tales to tell of the British Settlers.

There is also a Day Centre in the reserve where you can relax overlooking a watering hole and enjoy traditional African mouth watering cuisine with a touch of spice. The reserve is home to 5 of the 7 biomes, this untouched wilderness boasts a past as rich as its abundant wildlife population. Boasting about 150 indigenous plant species including trees, shrubs and grasses, Kwantu&aposs plant life supports an abundance of animal life. Spot dozens of birds from among the more than 250 species that reside in the park. Narina Trogons, touracos, sunbirds, kites, eagles, hawks, water fowl, kingfishers and owls can be heard and seen in the bush. Whilst on a game drive you stand a chance of spotting several animal species such as fascinating white rhinoceros, cheeky Chacma baboons, unusual warthogs, bright zebras, towering giraffe, quiet duikers, impressive kudus, elusive aardwolf, noisy porcupines and so much more.

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London, England -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/02/2010 -- While standing at the stony floor of the marvelous Forbidden Palace, it is very inspiring to recall that once these stones, these walls; these marble tiled white courtyards, these tall yellow roofs, remained hidden from the eyes of the non-royal, the commons, for hundreds of years. It is both mesmerizing and strange feeling to think of the untold stories the palace has absorbed in it. The raise and the falls it has seen and the labor, the blood and sweat in its foundations. It is the Forbidden City (Forbidden Palace Museum) of Beijing China, a mystifying wonder.

Situated at the center of Beijing, north of Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City was the imperial palace during the Ming and Qing dynasties. Today, since the Place has been opened for the public, it is known as the Palace Museum, called “Gu Gong” in Chinese. It provides an incomparable experience of visiting the Royal residence, once a mystery, today a museum. Until 1924 when the last emperor of China was driven from the Inner Court, fourteen emperors of the Ming dynasty and ten emperors of the Qing dynasty had reigned here. Having been the imperial palace for some five centuries, it houses numerous rare treasures and curiosities. Listed by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage Site in 1987, the Palace Museum is now one of the most popular tourist attractions world-wide. The Place exhibits a one of its kind collection of clocks, as the emperor was very fond of them and the royal watch maker left no stone unturned in making some of the state of the art models of watches still a marvel of simplest technology. The Palace had been a quest, a target a goal, a greed for many. During the World War, the treasure of the Palace however was secured by carefully listing it, dividing it in parts and scattering it in the far away cities of China.

The Forbidden city or Palace, is actually a group of residences. Rectangular in shape, it is the world&aposs largest palace complex and covers 74 hectares. The palace is surrounded by a six meter deep moat and a ten meter high wall are 9,999 rooms. The wall has a gate on each side. Opposite the Tiananmen Gate, to the north is the Gate of Divine Might (Shenwumen), which faces Jingshan Park. The distance between these two gates is 960 meters, while the distance between the gates in the east and west walls is 750 meters. It needs a whole day and comfortable foot wear with a bottle of water and a camera, to take a walk through the palace and get amazed by the splendor of the Royals. There are unique and delicately structured towers on each of the four corners of the curtain wall. These afford views over both the palace and the city outside. As yellow is the symbol of the royal family in China, it is the dominant color in the Forbidden City. All roofs are built with yellow glazed tiles; decorations in the palace are painted yellow mostly golden with Gold fillings and thin files collected from throughout the continent, even the bricks on the ground are made yellow by a special process. Except for the Wenyuange, the royal library, that has a black roof. The reason is that it was believed black represented water then and could extinguish fire.

By dint of its superb design, unique pattern and splendid painted decoration on these royal architectural wonders, the grand and deluxe halls, with their surprisingly magnificent treasures, The Forbidden City is treat to watch.

Also Beijing is not an expensive destination. Daily flights to Beijing are available with British airways and air China at cheap prices. For more details on cheap flights to Beijing visit Travelhouseuk.co.uk.

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London, UK -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/02/2010 -- Sydney Opera is identity of the 21st century Australia; the new, modern, advanced, cosmopolitan continent, as we know it today. No Doubt, it is a marvelous architecture that is no less than a “wonder of the word”. The hustling and bustling metropolis Sydney seems uncompleted without it. It is the Opera that brought the city in lime light through out the world. This summer, visit Sydney and get amazed by the “one of its kind” Opera House.

Tourism in Australia is increasing in leaps and bonds. Every day, there are more and more flights to Australia with almost all top airlines of the world. Not just that but there are a number of indirect flights to Sydney too, that involve connections via other countries and if you have a visa for them, you can double the fun of your holiday by stopping for a couple of nights. But, on the other hand, who can wait to see the glittering, gorgeous Sydney for this long! For details on flights to Sydney visit Travelhouseuk.co.uk.

The amazing Sydney Opera House is built with the purpose to act as a multi-venue performing arts centre. Located on the Bennelong Point in Sydney, New South Wales; the prefect location in the heart of the city while rimming along the bank, makes it an a living form of art itself. A great urban sculpture set in a remarkable waterscape, at the tip of a peninsula projecting into Sydney Harbor, the building has had an enduring influence on architecture.

Sydney Opera house was designed by a young architect from Denmark Mr. Jørn Utzon. Utzon, was a master, a genius of late modern architecture. He understood and recognized the potential provided by the site against the stunning backdrop of Sydney Harbor, a perfect stretch of land for a perfect modern world masterpiece. John Utzon bestowed Australia with a challenging, graceful piece of urban sculpture in patterned tiles, glistening in the sunlight and invitingly aglow at night, the one of its kind Sydney Opera House. The Sydney Opera House comprises three groups of interlocking vaulted ‘shells’ which roof two main performance halls and a restaurant. These shell-structures are set upon a vast platform and are surrounded by terrace areas that function as pedestrian concourses.

Started in 1957 and Inaugurated in 1973, Sydney Opera House has earned a reputation as a world-class performing arts centre and become a symbol of both Sydney and the Australian nation, in a very short time. It is equally admired internationally and proudly treasured by the people of Australia.

The Sydney Opera House is a great architectural work of the 20th century that brings together multiple strands of creativity and innovation in both architectural form and structural design. In 1957, a radically new approach to construction was marked when the project of the Sydney Opera House was awarded by an international jury to Danish architect Jørn Utzon. The genius died in Copenhagen in November 2008 at the aged 90 but his masterpiece has kept him alive for decades and decades to come.

In 2003, John Utzon received the Pritzker Prize, architecture&aposs highest honor. The citation stated:

“There is no doubt that the Sydney Opera House is his masterpiece. It is one of the great iconic buildings of the 20th century, an image of great beauty that has become known throughout the world – a symbol for not only a city, but a whole country and continent. ”

Sydney Opera House was made a UNESCO World Heritage Site on 28 June 2007.

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London, UK -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/02/2010 -- South Africa is a colorful, vibrant and thrilling country. There is a lot to see and do here. Whether it is the scenic beaches, the raving mountains or the exquisite wildlife, South Africaholds a record of highest tourism ratio for centuries. Daily, numberless carriers fly to the African continent, including top 5 star alliance airlines to the nascent 2 or 3 star airlines offering all kinds of fares and price ranges that can fit any budget. However, after recession imposed fall on tourism activity in the region, the market of cheap fares has gained momentum. Cheap flights to South Africa, SALE on airfares, promotional offers on flights or cheap tickets to South Africa have left behind worries of which you are flying with, but what you are offered! Yet, there are some top airlines like the British Airways, Qatar, South African Airways and Etihad offering cheap flights to South Africa with good standards and affordability combined.

Where tourism has substantially enhanced the economy of this travel capital of the world, there at the same time it has posed grave threat to the wild life of South Africa. The country has a vast yet; painful history of large scale hunting, where animals were killed and their skins and tusks were taken as souvenirs or trading goods. It’s not a long time that the use of animal made good / garments is discouraged in the West, only a few decades ago the fashion was supposed to be incomplete without fur and jewelry, with out the ivory.

The large scale massive hunting and expansion of human colonies into the centuries old forests narrowed down all the possibilities of life and shelter for animals. The top endangered species of South Africa were termed as the Big Five. They were also the top hunted animals. Some for leather, tusk or some just for the sake of hunting down a fierce carnivore, who was only fierce because of the unwarned human activates and expansions of colonies to his home.

Originally, the term &aposBig Five&apos was used by Hunters. It refers to five of Africa&aposs greatest wild animals - lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino. The term "Big Five" invokes a thrill, romance and excitement of Africa&aposs exotic destinations and experiences. The existence of these animals and the efforts laid out to date, in saving their land are all remarkable.

Today, line the Sydney Opera House for Australia, or Taj Mahal for India, the ‘Big five’ have become identity of South Africa. South Africa is magical, with the golden sunsets over the wide horizons, the pride of lions stalking their preys, buffaloes strolling to water hole, elephants playing and caressing each other with their spouts, leopards with their fancy gate and rhino which are almost extinct, with their extraordinary horns and bad temper.

The Big Five are considered as the legends of the wilds; a trip to South Africa is incomplete without spotting and getting them photographed.

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Philip Island-nature Island- situated in western port, is a place of natural beauty, sandy beaches, tranquil wetlands and unique wildlife experiences.

London, UK -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/01/2010 -- Philip Island is well serviced with large variety of Cafés, restaurants, shops, entertainment and accommodation. Every year it attracts about three and a half million tourists. Philip Island is not considered fun shortage. This island is going to be ideal for a family who wants to have a vacation or for those people who wants to have a different kind of travel. From the start of your Philip island tour until the day you leave the Island, you will have lots of fun.

Penguin parade is Australia’s most popular natural wild life attraction. As the sun fades in the sky, the little Penguins waddle up the beach to the safety of their homes in the sand dunes. This a truly memorable wildlife experience. The elevated broad walks and viewing stands allow enjoying all the Penguin action without disturbing them or their burrow homes.

Wild life is a large attraction of the Island, with a large Mutton bird colony at Cape Woolamai. There are also some beautiful walking tracks around here. The Nobbies broad walk gives the view of the majestic rugged South coast and blowhole and the southern hemispheres second largest Sea fur colony. Wild life coast cruises are available at 19 mtr Catamaran: The Kasey Lee”. The Nobbies centre is Australia’s newest marine attraction. Explore and discover the incredible southern marine environment including seals, sharks and dolphins via interactive displays and cameras that allows you to zoom in and out on these marine creatures. The koala reserve is a part of Philip Island Nature Park, in the park there is a high probability to meet koalas face to face on treetop broad walks.

Churchill Island, accessed by bridge from Philip Island, is steeped in history. It features heritage buildings and gardens, walking tracks and much more. The island is a working farm with Highland cattle, sheep, ducks, chickens and Clydesdale horses. Churchill Island’s café’ has a spectacular bay view to enjoy the meal. It is the perfect location for functions and weddings.

Philip island grand prix circuit is also a tourist attraction in its own right , several motor sports includes; Australian motorbike grand prix,, the Australian super bike championship,V8 super cars rounds, Konica V8 super cars and the Philip island 1000. Guided circuit tours are available to follow in the footsteps of racing champions.

Australia is a wonderful continent and also allows an easy access to almost all regions in the country. Cheap flights to Australia fly from UK on almost daily basis and promotional air fares, discounts and cheap tickets are offered every now and than to boost tourism in the region. For details on cheap flights to Australia visit http://www.Travelhouseuk.co.uk.

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London, UK -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/28/2010 -- Australia is not a country but a continent full of inspiring adventures, exquisite landscape, marvelous beaches, tropical rainforests, enigmatic waterfalls and magnificent deserts. If you want to experience the tropics of Thailand or the heat of Dubai desert safari, Australia is one complete package to get it all in one place.

Among the deserts of Australia, The Simpson Dessert offers not only a thrilling experience of camping, bonfire, safaris and dessert information but also it is not a very far away destination and has easy air access available via Adelaide. For Adelaide, you can find a number of cheap flights offered by almost all top airlines operating from UK. Details and lists of cheap flights to Adelaide Australia from UK are available at http://www.travelhouseuk.co.uk/flights/australia_newzealand/australia.htm

The Desert is named after Alfred Allen Simpson, an Australian philanthropist, geographer, and president of the Royal Geographical Society of South Australia. The Simpson Desert occupies approximately 176 500 square kilometers of central Australia offering a challenging experience to heat up your winter holidays. Camping is a popular activity in the dessert and permits are available from National Parks Offices in Queensland.

The Simpson Desert is an erg which contains the world&aposs longest parallel sand dunes. These north-south oriented dunes are static, held in position by vegetation. They vary in height from 3 meters in the west to around 30 meters on the eastern side of the dessert. The most famous dune is the 40 meters high the Nappanerica, also called the Big Red that named by Simpson Desert traveler Mr. Dennis Bartell. Apart from marveling at the Big Red, you can make you trip exciting by Campfires however, use wood conservatively. Abstain form using standing dead trees as they could be nesting sites for birds and when collecting ground wood, leave pieces with hollows or cracks as they&aposre probably home to lizards, small mammals and insects. Also be watchful for the desert snakes.

While in the dessert, it is not an obligation though, but it is good not to burn plastic or synthetic material. Also observe the fire bans by the Environment management usually from 01 November to 15 April. Also, if you have not hired a guide and driving yourself, be careful to drive on unsealed roads in the outback. Also, no matter the place is barren but it is emphasized to keep it clean. So don’t bury any rubbish, rather, place in plastic bags and carry out for disposal at Birdsville or Dalhousie. Also, Dogs and Cats are not allowed in Queensland National Parks including the Simpson Desert Park

Camping is recommended safe to be anywhere within 100 m of public access tracks. However, this area can be very exposed to wind and sun. According to the masters of the trait, good camping places are near salt lakes in the central desert and in the Gidgee woodlands for shade, shelter and soft ground. During camping, keep enough fuel with you for generators. At Poeppel Corner and within 500m of campers, it is required to switch off the generators between 10 pm and 7 am.

If you are not in a camping mood, than you can take a scenic flight from the William Creek to catch the awe-inspiring view of the Simpson Desert from the above.

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Durban, South Africa’s busiest Harbor, an array of tremendous beautiful locations around Natal Bay, and a modern yet, close to nature city that has something for every one.

London, England -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/25/2010 -- The three cities that contribute with their entertaining, wondrous and state of the art holiday experiences and make South Africa…what it is …..the Travel Capital of the World include Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban. Although, Durban evolved gradually to become a attraction fort tourism in comparison to Cape Town and Johannesburg yet, slow but steady its fortunate location along the Ocean had won it a great deal of attention not only from local visitors but tourists from round the globe.

Durban, like the other two major cities, offers an easy air access to flights from almost all countries. There are weekly direct and daily indirect flights that connect via Middle East or Cape Town/ Johannesburg. The connections via Middle East are at large, the cheapest flights to Durban. Other cheap flights to Durban from UK include some promotional fares with British Airways.

What makes Durban a top tourist destination, firstly is the economic and affordable accommodations and flights that fit all budgets. Secondly, it’s superbly located along the coastal line and unlike many highly developed beached in the Far East; the shore is not shadowed by the tall buildings, café’s and restaurants. It is still a sunshine city, and plenty of spots are available to lay down and relax in the sun. The landscapes and its scenic location around Natal Bay, makes it stand out and shine.

As far as the wheatear is concerned, contrary to the chilling waters of Cape Town, Durban is popular for its waters remaining warm throughout the year.

The city of Durban adds an entire new meaning to experience a holiday in South Africa. It is a city full of life, bustle and vibrancy that is missing from most of other cities in South Africa. With a large Indian population, the city presents a multicultural perspective, a vast number of events, festivals and food with inspirations of different cultures and traditions that make the experience rich and multidimensional. Durban has a long history, big business environment, exciting nightlife, and above all beautiful beaches which attracts tourists from all parts of the world. It is a great host of entertainment, with seafood restaurants, nightspots, high-rise accommodation and modern shopping centers. It offers a blend of cosmopolitan convenience and comfort in most natural and exotic landscapes, neither commercialized or spoiled by extreme human interference nor laid back, isolated or harsh….it is indeed, what a holiday seeker of 21st century would demand.

There neighboring, popular attractions of Durban include: Durban Beaches, The Golden Mile (a 6 km strip along the Durban beachfront), Durban City Hall (A building designed in Modern Renaissance style housing the Durban Art Gallery), Seaworld (Dolphinarium), Jumma Mosque (the largest and the most beautiful mosque in the southern hemisphere), Muckleneuk (An erstwhile home of a sugar magnate, housing now, Killie Campbell African Library, The Mashu Museum of Ethonology, and William Campbell Furniture Museum), Alayam Hindu Temple, Fitzsimons Snake Park, Umgeni River Bird Park, Da Gama Clock, Local History Museum, Natal Maritime Museum, and Botanical Gardens.

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A sheet of the turquoise blue waters wide spread as far as you can see, touch, the feel of the soft white sand on the bare feet, the chirping of the melodious sea birds

London, England -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/24/2010 -- the edge of the sea crowned with mountains, the dolphins merry making like mermaids, the tall palm trees enveloping the coastal line, the sunny days and carefree sipping coffee at the beach side café’, Is there a heaven yet to be discovered? It is the Camps Bay …Pearl in the heart of South Africa’s most famous Table Mountain. It is where you can have all the pleasure and contentment you always dreamed of. It is, indeed, the most precious gem of Cape Town!

We all know, Cape Town has some of the best beaches in the world to offer. It is a unique holiday experience, where the limit of fun is not the beach only, Cape Town is fully laced with all kinds of attractions, events, festivals, food and sports you can name. If you are a sand-and-sea lover, an admirer of the best gifts of nature, be sure to take some time out to relax and soak up the sun at one of the finest beaches in the world The Camps Bay Cape Town, a gorgeous surreal stretch of sand that suits your fancy.

Camps Bay is a lot more than just a beach to be fortunately nestled in the arms of the Table Mountain. It is directly accessed from the road and some of the finest café’ and restaurants offering fresh sea food Prawns, Shrimps and flavorsome multicultural cuisines are lined up along the road side, where you can enjoy the steaming sea food either in the restaurant looking at the beautiful beach through the glass panes, or to taste the freshness of the cool breeze coming from far away lands and bringing the scent of the Atlantic Ocean while enjoying your meal at the deck chairs under the umbrellas. Camps Bay is romantic, exotic, yet, family friendly as it is bigger and there is more space to find a lonely corner to enjoy the serenity holding hands you’re your loved ones or just a wide yet safe stretch of sand to play any kind of games and sandcastles for children, and the young at heart.

The beach of Camps Bay is not only located at one of the most heavenly locations that can be found in Cape Town but also it is a perfect beauty itself, white and sandy offering beautiful views and spectacular sunsets. The cosmopolitan beachfront of Camps Bay is vibrant, exciting and remains lively throughout the year. On a hot summer day, it is perfect to take a refreshing dip in the crystal water of the Atlantic and swim along the many dolphins happily roaming, moving and dancing with the waves.

Camps Bay has always been a favorite destination for the local tourists and overseas visitors to Cape Town. Just behind Table Mountain, nestled beneath Lions Head and the majestic Twelve Apostles, and boasting a magnificent palm fringed sandy beach, Camps Bay is mesmerizing, indeed “a real gem in for Cape Town”.

Another plus point or its better to say the last thing that makes it a perfect “Master Piece” is the fact that all major attractions of City are located close at hand such as the hiking trails, the V & A Waterfront, the Table Mountain cableway and the City centre. As a city, Cape Town it self is one of the three metropolitans of South Africa that are visited by millions of tourists each year. Flights to Cape Town operate on daily basis from almost every where in the world. Also, cheap Flights to Cape Town are being largely advertised and available due to high rate of competition among airlines.. For details on cheap flights and promotional fares visit:

http://www.travelhouseuk.co.uk/flights/africa/cape_town.htm

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London, UK -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/23/2010 -- Sydney Harbor, Koalas, Opera and fine white sandy beaches……are the identity of Australia. But there is one more thing unique to this continent only, and that is the Outback. The extreme wilderness for as far as you can see, unlimited yet mesmerizing. And if you want to start your journey from the heart of Out Back….go to Alice Springs.

Getting in Alice Springs; you can get cheap flights to Alice Springs via Darwin or Sydney. Currently Qantas has connecting flights to Darwin, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Cairns and Perth. There are other connecting flights with British Airways or via Sydney with Qatar or Emirates. Also Singapore Airways to Darwin and local flights form Darwin to Alice Spring usually work out the cheapest. For more details on cheap flights to Alice Springs visit:

http://www.travelhouseuk.co.uk/flights/australia_newzealand/australia.htm

For preface or a little introduction to this majestic and enigmatic beauty, let me tell you that Alice Springs is the second largest city in the Northern Territory of Australia. Local Aussies call it "the Alice" or simply "Alice". Geographically, Alice Springs is situated in the centre of the country, Australia near the southern border of the Northern Territory that makes it the perfect place to go if you want to see some of the Australian Outback – an experience only available in Australia and no where else in the world, simply matchless !

Alice Spring has a rich and interesting history, where traces of the indigenous aborigines can still be found. If you want to get the feel for what it used to be like, over a hundred years before the technology and modernity transcended the region transforming it into a cosmopolitan star, Alice Spring with all its historical sites and attractions is the right place to go. Since, the first explorers and then the first settlers ventured into this vibrant red heart of Australia, Alice Springs has emerged on the map as a modern town with all the usual comforts and facilities you would expect or need in any other part of the country.

Known as “The red heart of central Australia”, by dint of its reddish sans, rocks and mountains, Alice Springs comprises of cavernous gorges, boundless desert landscapes, remote Aboriginal communities and a charming pioneering history. It exemplifies the resilient outback of the Northern Territory&aposs Red Centre, and is a travel hub to attract and mesmerize many by its one of the kind, sights and landscapes. Also, hikes in the region, such as Uluru (formerly known as Ayers Rock), Kata Tjuta (formerly known as the Olgas) and Kings Canyon are popular among professional hikers and beginners alike.

In the Desert Park Alice Spring, hundreds of species of plants and animals can be found across Central Australian deserts. It is here, that you can have the opportunity to experience and explore the desert habitats as they are at night, seeing some of the animals near impossible to see in the wild. Also, n easy walking trail through three desert habitats are available. Desert Rivers, Sand Country and the Woodland habitat, filled with freely soaring birds of prey in the nature’s theatre, the rare and endangered animals in the spectacular nocturnal house, the interlinking world of plants, animals and people, a cinematic journey through four-and-a-half billion years of desert evolution are nothing less than a magical experience. The expedition of the wondrous Alice Springs will leave you geared up with new stories, skills and some of the secrets of the desert.

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London, UK -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/22/2010 -- The dazzling muscular tan boys riding the waves likes Hercules soaring on clouds, the size zero gorgeous beauties playing volley ball by the beach side making the sand go blaze, and the cool breeze bringing the chimes of the sea filling the spiced up air with sunshine and rhythm, this is Australia. A country of Beauty, Glamour and Surfing!For Surfers from round the world, Australia is no less than a paradise and for Australian Surfers….The sunshine city of Gold Coast is the first stop.

Gold Coast is located in the southeast corner of Queensland, to the south of the state capital Brisbane. It is the second most populous city in the state and the sixth most populous in the country. The notable attraction “Surfers Paradise” on the Gold Coast of Australia is about an hour by car south of Brisbane. A train service also connects to Brisbane Airport and arrives at Robina just a 10 minute bus ride from Surfers.

For tourists from all the four corners of the globe, flights to Gold Coast, Queensland are easily available through Brisbane and direct flights like British Airways, Qantas And indirect flights like Qatar, Emirates, Etihad, KLM and Air France operate on daily and weekly basis. Nowadays, all top airlines are offering cheap flights to Queensland from London UK at competitive and promotional fares to boost tourism in the state.

The specialty of Gold Coast, that make it stand out and shine, in comparison to many other beach destination in and out side Australia is the sunny subtropical climate and impeccable surfing beaches. The city is laid with waterways and canal systems, a skyline dominated by high-rise apartment buildings, a rainforest hinterland in the west of the city, nightlife and shopping malls with all top brand shops available.

Gold Coast, consists of a marvelous and vast, 57 kilometers (35 miles) of coastline with some of the most popular surf breaks in Australia and the world including, South Stradbroke Island, The Spit, Main Beach, Surfers Paradise, Broad beach, Mermaid Beach, Nobby Beach, Miami, Burleigh Beach, Burleigh Heads, Tallebudgera Beach, Palm Beach, Currumbin Beach, Tugun, Bilinga, Kirra, Coolangatta, Greenmount, Rainbow Bay, Snapper Rocks and Froggies Beach.

http://www.travelhouseuk.co.uk/flights/australia_newzealand/australia.htm

To make your selections easier, let me tell you that for Surfers, Duranbah beach (official name Flagstaff Beach), is one of the world&aposs best known surfing beaches; it is situated just across the New South Wales state border in Tweed Shire. Also, “The Surfers Paradise” marks the identity of the region.

The beaches at Gold Coast, are not so commercialized yet highly developed, wider, whiter beaches and cheaper to stay and eat. If you want experience the sea at its best, hit the Gold Coast in between October and March when temperatures climb.

For your “peace of mind”, let me also tell you that Gold Coast has Australia’s largest professional surf lifesaving service to protect people on the beaches and to promote surf safety throughout the community. So be fearless and surf up …. Gold Coast Australia!

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The revolutionary explorer Charles Darwin, the evolutionist and acclaimed scientist of all time, sailed on several expeditions on the HMS Bridge.

London, UK -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/19/2010 -- It was in 1839, (though Darwin himself was not on board), when the captain of the Beagle sighted the splendid harbor in the Northern Territory of Australia and decided to name the port after Darwin.

Form that day on, the city of Darwin has developed in leaps and bonds and evolved as a unique amalgamation of modern conurbation and “one of its kind” wilderness of the outback. The Darwin of today is a transformation from a pioneer outpost and small port into one of Australia&aposs most modern and multicultural cities, the celebrated capital city of the Northern Territory of Australia.

Darwin is famed for being the “Multicultural Icon of National Significance”, people from more than 50 nations make up its population of 120,652, making it by far the largest and most populated city in the meagerly populated Northern Territory. Yet, in comparison to the rest, Darwin is the least populous of all Australia&aposs capital cities. It is perfectly situated on the Timor Sea, most northerly of the Australian capital cities, and also acts as the regional centre for top end. The laid back life style of Darwin in itself makes it an altogether different and new experience of Australia. An interesting saying about this harmonious wilderness:

"Darwin, is the only capital city in Australia where you can cross the main street blindfolded at any time of the day."

Darwin is a unique, one of its kind, yet, fascinating mixture of cosmopolitan city and Australian Outback. What make this peace of land, different from the rest of Australia or even the rest of the world is its multicultural factor for it is a party of more than 50 different nations and cultures blended in together. It is indeed, the unique cosmopolitan makeup of the city that has been recognized by the Australian National Trust as

"The multicultural icon of national significance"

If you are on a holiday to Australia, whether you are a foreign or a local tourist, Darwin opens an entire new horizon of experiencing a very different Australia, Australia as you have never seen before.

The city is served with the “Darwin International Airport” for flights with British Airways, Qantas, Singapore Airline and others. Through Singapore or Sydney, are the best and cheapest air routes to Darwin. For details on cheap flights to Darwin and current cheapest fares listings visit:

http://www.travelhouseuk.co.uk/flights/australia_newzealand/australia.htm

Despite its small size, Darwin offers everything you would expect in an Australian city, the city rocks with international restaurants, trendy cafes, shopping malls, marinas, a beach-side casino and more. The regular Asian-style markets that form an intrinsic part of the everyday life make Darwin a different yet amazingly multicultural and multiethnic experience while still in Australia. Darwin is about rich food, music, language, and culture from just about every Asian nation, alongside "crocodile hunters", local Aboriginal artists, musicians of every genre, sports, fishing operators, sunset sails; and families with children playing on the beach make the everyday landscape of Darwin. Apart from that, Darwin is located at an impeccable proximity to Asia, making it an important Australian gateway to countries such as Indonesia and East Timor.

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How, when or why, no one knows exactly but one thing we all know is that the gorgeous city of “East London” is more commonly known as the “Buffalo city” and so is the nearby river “Buffalo river”.

London, UK -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/17/2010 -- We can assume that the river might be a drinking spot for Buffalos in the earlier times but today, the amazing sun set at this harbor city, the serenity of the most un spoiled beaches and the freshness of the cool breeze make this place a perfect “Sun Shine Coast”. Located at the northern end, East London runs along a 300 kilometer stretch of coastline refereed to as the "Sunshine Coast" which has St Francis Bay at the southern end. Although the more attractive name or title is the “Sunshine city” but due to the bigger and more famous coastal regions like Durban, East London sticks to its older title “The Buffalo City”.

East London, situated 1000 kilometers from Cape Town on the South East coast of South Africa lies between the Nahoon River in the north and the Buffalo River to the south and it is the only river port in South Africa. The shores are lapped by the warm waters of the Indian Ocean and with its sub-tropical climate is a sought after tourist destination for local South Africans and international tourist alike.

East London, is a busy city with around some 400 000 residents, the metropolitan area has 1.4 million, and is the second largest city in the province of the Eastern Cape. East London has a small but busy national airport that has between 20 and 30 flights a day into it and brings in 350 000 people a year to the city. However, every now and than there are some cheap flight offers for East London with promotional airfares and cheap tickets to East London in order to flourish tourism in the region. For more details on cheap flights to South Africa visit:

http://www.travelhouseuk.co.uk/cheap-flights-to/south-africa/

Now that lively festivals, colorful events and thrilling matches keep South Africa a busy country through out the year and millions of tourist’s flock to each and every region this country in quest to discover more and more about this rich and amazing country, the small city of East London has also emerged on the map and succeeded in getting more attention from the developers and tourism board. Although there are a few accommodations in comparisons to the wide number of choices available for Cape Town or Durban stay, but East London is one laid back city with some of the most amazing, wonderful and un-spoiled landscapes worth a day’s trip. Specially, it’s a major attraction, a place to fall in love with, for those who are in quest for serenity and urge for something new.

The locals, in the region make East London an even more interesting place to visit with their genuine sense of hospitality and laid back style of living, every one feels welcomed here. The few hotels in the city are well maintained, high class where you will find great service and true South African cordiality. Overseas visitors will find the prices most agreeable, the biggest benefit of being a smaller city is that the rates from accommodations to shopping and artifacts; are all very reasonable. East London, also “The Sunshine Coast” is renowned round the globe for its many kilometers of beautiful unpolluted and un-crowded beaches that provide a fresh start to lives.

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The rich wealth of this "black gold, also makes Nigeria the "second strongest economy" in African Continent. Besides having an extraordinary positioning along the coastal line of Atlantic Ocean, Nigeria is not a magnetic beach attraction for European tourists, but the country is on a path of steady growth and developments by making the best use of its resources.

London, Greater London -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/14/2009 -- Geographically, Nigeria rims along the Atlantic Ocean to the South, borders with Cameroon to the southeast, Chad to the northeast, Niger to the north and Benin to the west.There are four major International Airports in Nigeria to cater the needs of the ever increased flights to Nigeria:

(1) Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport – Abuja

The Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is the crown airport in the administrative capital of Nigeria, Abuja. The airport code (IATA Code) for this key airport is ABV. The cheapest flights to Abuja include: Ethiopian Airways, Lufthansa, KLM and

Air France. The cheap direct flights to Abuja are available with Virgin Nigeria and Airik Airways.

(2) Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport – Kano Kano city is the state capital of "Kano state" in the Northern region of Nigeria. The traditional "Durbar Festival" is significant to this city with merrily dressed horsemen and rich cultural celebrations. Kano International Airport (Code: KAN) is served by all scheduled, chartered and private flights. The cheap flights to Kano include Egypt air, Air Morocco, KLM and Afriqiyah Airways.

(3) Murtala Muhammad International Airport – Lagos

The Murtala Muhammad International Airport in Lagos (Code: LOS), is the busiest airport in Nigeria and draws a huge volume of air traffic specially flights from UK during school and national holidays. The cheap flights to Lagos are many; almost all major airlines are carriers to Lagos and operate on daily basis from almost all UK airports. The prominent names include Afriqiyah Airways, Arik Air, Air Morocco, KLM, Air France, British Airways and so on. The best deals however, or the cheapest flights to Lagos are operated by Iberia, Turkish Airways and Alitalia with surprising fares as low as 300 GBP!

(4) Port Harcourt International Airport – Port Harcourt

Port Harcourt is a fabulous city in the state of rivers. The city lies along the Bonny River and is situated along the coastal line of Atlantic Ocean. It even has a nick name "the garden city", by dint of its greenery and splendor. The major airport, Port Harcourt Airport (Code: PHC) caters the need of International flights with Lufthansa Airways and Virgin Nigeria being the cheapest flights to Port Harcourt.

The above stated four major cities and their International Airports are facing a much increased air traffic these days as more and more international airlines are developing interests in launching their new routes to Nigeria. In recent days, Iberia Airways, the flagship carrier of Spain, has been reckoned as one leading carrier to nearly all major Nigerian destinations with the cheapest flights to Nigeria.

Nigeriais one of the most populous countries in Western Africa and is also the largest oil producer of the world. The rich wealth of this "black gold, also makes Nigeria the "second strongest economy" in African Continent. Besides having an extraordinary positioning along the coastal line of Atlantic Ocean, Nigeria is not a magnetic beach attraction for European tourists, but the country is on a path of steady growth and developments by making the best use of its resources. Geographically, Nigeria rims along the Atlantic Ocean to the South, borders with Cameroon to the southeast, Chad to the northeast, Niger to the north and Benin to the west. There are four major International Airports in Nigeria to cater the needs of the ever increased flights to Nigeria:

(1) Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport –
Abuja The Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is the crown airport in the administrative capital of Nigeria, Abuja. The airport code (IATA Code) for this key airport is ABV. The cheapest flights to Abuja include: Ethiopian Airways, Lufthansa, KLM and Air France. The cheap direct flights to Abuja are available with Virgin Nigeria and Airik Airways.

(2) Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport –
Kano Kano city is the state capital of "Kano state" in the Northern region of Nigeria. The traditional "Durbar Festival" is significant to this city with merrily dressed horsemen and rich cultural celebrations. Kano International Airport (Code: KAN) is served by all scheduled, chartered and private flights. The cheap flights to Kano include Egypt air, Air Morocco, KLM and Afriqiyah Airways.

(3) Murtala Muhammad International Airport –
Lagos The Murtala Muhammad International Airport in Lagos (Code: LOS), is the busiest airport in Nigeria and draws a huge volume of air traffic specially flights from UK during school and national holidays. The cheap flights to Lagos are many; almost all major airlines are carriers to Lagos and operate on daily basis from almost all UK airports. The prominent names include Afriqiyah Airways, Arik Air, Air Morocco, KLM, Air France, British Airways and so on. The best deals however, or the cheapest flights to Lagos are operated by Iberia, Turkish Airways and Alitalia with surprising fares as low as 300 GBP!

(4) Port Harcourt International Airport –
Port Harcourt Port Harcourt is a fabulous city in the state of rivers. The city lies along the Bonny River and is situated along the coastal line of Atlantic Ocean. It even has a nick name "the garden city", by dint of its greenery and splendor. The major airport, Port Harcourt Airport (Code: PHC) caters the need of International flights with Lufthansa Airways and Virgin Nigeria being the cheapest flights to Port Harcourt. The above stated four major cities and their International Airports are facing a much increased air traffic these days as more and more international airlines are developing interests in launching their new routes to Nigeria. In recent days, Iberia Airways, the flagship carrier of Spain, has been reckoned as one leading carrier to nearly all major Nigerian destinations with the cheapest flights to Nigeria.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.sbwire.com/press-releases/sbwire-35250.htm