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    Best Guide To Find Information About Beaches in Ionian Islands

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    Agios Georgios beach is situated about 30 kilometres south of the town centre of Corfu and is remarkably beautiful, while Agios Gordios on the western coast of the island is hugely popular and boasts spectacular scenery what with its dramatic rock formations. Agios Stefanos is located around 45 kilometres to the north west of the town of Corfu with its sandy stretch and reputation for being a safe beach, protected from strong and unpleasant winds. Paleokastritsa is also situated to the north west of the Corfu town near the picturesque village of the same name.

    But some of the most evocative beaches are Myrtiotissa and Kalami. Even the writer Lawrence Durrell was taken away by these beaches and called Myrtiotissa the “loveliest beach in the world.” It was Kalami beach that served as the geographical inspiration for the writer’s novel, Prospero’s Cell. Located on the west coast of the island the beach takes its name from the imposing monastery situated close to it near the village of Pelekas. Kalami beach is located about 30 kilometres from Corfu near the village of Viachatika and has a pebbly coastline.

    Ithaca beaches

    The beaches of the island with the mythical name are just as evocative as the myths that were born in the region of the Ionian. They are set in luscious and fertile landscapes and are known for their crystal blue waters and clean, golden sand.

    Near the village of Agios Ioannis about nine kilometres from the town of Vathy, is a beach of the same name with pure emerald waters. Only two kilometres from Vathy is the beach of Dexa with its golden sand and white pebbles set in the foreground of a vibrant green mountainous view. Frikes beach is situated 13 kilometres to the west of Vathy and is busy and popular and a great beach for swimming. Near the village of Frikes is the beach of Polis, another clean beach with a pebbled coastline.

    Kefalonia beaches

    Kefalonia’s beaches are equally beautiful and many of them proudly boast the European Blue Flag. The most famous and most popular of the lot is the golden coast of Myrtos, situated to the north of the town of Argostoli, near the village of Assos, with its dramatic rock cliffs. It is an organised beach with sunbeds and umbrellas for hire and a busy and social beach bar.

    Antisamos beach is located about 22 kilometres from Argostoli, near the village of Sami, and has a pebbled beach front set in the foreground of luscious green hills. Emblisi Beach near the fishing village of Fiskardo is another popular resort and to the east of the village is Foki Beach, a small beach with many trees for natural shade. Two of the larger and wider beaches are Makris Gialos and Platis Gialos and it seems that these two stretches of sand were formed by nature for the pure delight of sunbathers.

    On the south coast of the island, close to the airport, is a beach that stands out for its orange sand. Ammes is also a popular choice for families as the water is quite shallow. It is situated near the village of Svoronata. Other beaches in the south are Avithos, Ai Helis and Trapezaki.

    Zakynthos beaches

    Zakynthos, also known as Zante, boasts endless coastline and amazing beaches, such as the popular Laganas beach where the Caretta-Caretta sea turtles call home. The Zakynthos beaches are also widely popular for their watersport activities. These beaches are very popular because they just seem as if they are completely unspoiled and unique. The beach of Navagio, which literally means “shipwreck,” is called such for the wreck of a ship rising from the coastline. It also has unique white volcanic sand and it probably one of the most beautiful beaches in the region.

    Kalamaki beach is located to the south near the village of the same name and is well-organised and a protected part of the National Marine Park, as is Laganas due to its Caretta-Caretta population. Two cosmopolitan tourist resorts are Alykes and Alykanas located to the north west and are bustling and social beaches with excellent beach bars.

    Kythira beaches

    On the tiny island of Kythira the beaches are divine and unspoiled. Crystal clear waters, dramatic rocky scenery and golden sands are characteristic of these beaches. Kythira beaches are especially popular for watersports.

    Ideal for sailing is Kapsali beach near Chora or Kythira town centre. Kapsali is a well organised beach and of the most popular ones, together with Agia Pelagia, Palaiopoli and Platia Ammos. The beaches of Chalkos, Melidoni, Lykodimou and Agios Nikolaos are just as beautiful, but are relatively less crowded. One of the most striking beaches on the island is Fyri Ammos for its red pebbled coastline.

    Lefkada beaches

    Lefkada or Lefkas is a popular destination for many Europeans and this is because the beaches are clean, organised and offer excellent tourist facilities. One of the most beautiful is Porto Katsiki, set in the foreground of a verdant hilly landscape, near the village of Athani. Kathisma beach, literally “seat,” is situated 14 kilometres to the east of Lefkada town, near the village of Agios Nikitas, and has the finest white sand on the island. Another pleasant beach near the fishing village of Agios Nikitas is a beach of the same name and being in a fishing village means it has excellent tavernas all nearby for hungry sunbathers. For windsurfing activities, the beach of Vassiliki is the best option, while Nidri, being the most cosmopolitan of the lot, is the best place for socialising and partying.

     

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    Top Resorts in Phuket – Keeping the Family Together

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    The island of Phuket in Thailand is formerly known as Tha-Laang or Talang. It is the largest island on the west coast of the Andaman Sea. The 570 square meter area of Phuket provides spectacular scenery and soft white palm beaches. More tourists come to see the warm hospitality and great accommodations of fun-filled family resorts in Phuket. Here are the top family resorts you may want to visit.

    JW Marriott Resort & Spa
    JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa is an award-winning resort in a vast tropical landscape paradise. It lies on Mai Khao, the longest beach in Phuket. The 11 hectare resort offers tropical gardens, lily ponds and the preserved coastal wetlands. It is close to Phuket airport and a few minutes away from Blue Canyon Country Club.

    This five star resort has 265 guestrooms, 10 meeting rooms with 10 restaurants and bars. There are three swimming pools that include the main, the shallow bubble pool and the waterslide. You can also workout at the gym and relax at their magnificent spas. The kids can enjoy playing at the area called kids club wherein they can play computers, doll houses and wooden toys.

    The resort was ranked 8th among the top 25 Spa Hotels and Resort in the region by Smart Travel Asia.

    Laguna Beach Resort
    Laguna Beach Resort lies between a tropical lagoon and the Andaman Sea. This low rise resort is located at the land of Bang Tao Bay. It is just 20 minutes drive from Phuket International Airport. The 20 acres of land embraces a Thai architecture of local landscape and architecture.

    The resort features a number of sports and leisure facilities. This includes three swimming pools and a waterpark. Families can enjoy playing tennis in one of the three outdoor courts and one indoor court for kids. A class of batik is also offered with a visit of the resort’s two baby elephants. However, sailing on the beach and playing computer games will add fun to your stay.

    Holiday Inn Phuket Resort
    Holiday Inn Resort is at the heart of Patong Beach that offers white sandy beaches, tropical scenery, excellent food and a lively nightly. The resort provides a 265 themed room for the entire family. This includes a kidsuite, a pirate theme children’s room, a standard room and a family suite. Rooms can accommodate two adults with 2 children less than 12 years old. Room’s amenities offer electronic games, toy box, TV and video and a play station for kids.

    The resort also offers premier resort facilities such as large swimming pools, Jacuzzis at the Busakorn Wing and a freeform pool at the Main Wing. Hence, a world class spa and a fitness center is an ideal place to relax and be healthy. Food lovers can enjoy a choice of Thai, Italian and international cuisines at the resorts restaurants and steakhouse.

    Movenpick Resort & Spa
    Moevenpick is surrounded by Karon Beach that showcases 140 elegant villas. This includes Garden Villas with outdoor showers with private pools and a Penthouse Pool. There are 194 Garden View and Deluxe Ocean Rooms set in an international standard of accommodation.

    Resort facilities include a fitness center, four swimming pools, pool tables, tennis courts and gaming rooms. The Spa at Movenpick offers Eastern and Western treatments and exotic ambiance. Guests with children can play at the Play Zone. It is the largest club for children that provides indoor and outdoor entertainment such as a play station, internet access, a reading room, DVD lounges, sport utilities and craft activities.

    Mövenpick Resort & Spa has something to enjoy for every family who visited the place. The fine golden sands and clear waters have made the place a dream destination for a family vacation.

    Ramada Beach Resort
    Ramada Resort in Karon Beach is a newly opened resort that features a unique Mexican Hacienda theme. It has 121 rooms and suites with warm lightings and comfortable design. This includes a standard room, deluxe room, duplex adventure suite, junior suite, two-bedroom adventure and a two bedroom family suite. There are also magical theme rooms like the Outer Space, Underwater and Castle rooms. Other rooms offer spectacular views of the sea.

     

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    9 Tips for Selecting the Best Hotel at a Tourist Place

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    In a tourist place, there are hundreds of hotels available for travellers. To select a hotel in the city for your travel, it is important for you to identify what you actually need from it. The needs may vary from individual to Individual and from family to family.

    The below-given tips will make your search for best hotels and resorts easy and productive. It will save you time and also reduce frustration.

    1. The first work you will do is to filter and sort hotels on the basis of facilities they provide and the budget you can afford. First of all, put in the name of the city and the date on which you need to book a hotel.

    2. After filtering date and locations wise, now you can sort resorts amenity wise. There are hotels which offer free Wi-Fi services, parking and swimming facilities to guests. I for myself will always select a hotel offering these amenities.

    3. If you are travelling along with your family then you can look for a family hotel in the city and travel with a Girlfriend or wife, then you can look for a “romantic” type of hotel.

    4. A good hotel is one that is located close to the airport and has decent road and rail links. Although these resorts mention these details in their description, it is not possible for a traveller to read the description of each hotel.

    5. There are some hotels booking sites that show hotels on a single map. You can use their map to find a hotel that meets your travel requirements.

    6. Some people intentionally look for a hotel that offers its guests free breakfast while as others don’t consider free breakfast as that much important. Similarly, some homestay have free Wi-Fi service for guests. If you really need internet then only makes it a deciding factor.

    7. These days every hotel has its own website where they make announcements and update their guests about any new development. People post their reviews directly on their website. Read those reviews and what people think about the hotel.

    8. Price is the deciding factor when it comes to making a hotel booking for an average person. An average income person may not be able to afford a costly hotel. Booking engines sort hotels price wise. Some resorts offer discounts to their guests. So check out that which hotel in the city is offering discounts on bookings.

    9. The environment of a hotel should be soothing and pleasant to have a peaceful stay during your travel. A good and healthy environment will ensure your wellbeing. There are a number of green and best hotels and resorts, visit their websites and select an eco-friendly hotel for your travel.

     

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