Bora Bora island is possibly the single most famous island in all the world. The legends, mysteries, and romance associated with the words “Bora Bora” bring an almost mystical presence to the island.It’s true Bora Bora is indeed a wonderful place to vacation… but this magical presence is not so unattainable. Bora Bora’s lagoon is its most treasured feature, and ... Read More »
Category Archives: Islands
Seychelles
The Seychelles consists of 115 islands in the Indian Ocean, hosting a population of about 88,000. Being an archipelago, the country is small on land-mass – but it controls a significant area of exclusive economic zone in the sea, which the government is hoping will prove a new source of wealth for the country. Traditionally this natural resource meant the ... Read More »
BORACAY
It is located in the Asian Pacific is the island of Boracay in the Philippines. Arguably one of the most breathtakingly beautiful places in the world, Boracay is an incredibly popular tourist destination. The island is the perfect destination for both those seeking relaxation and those in search of adventure. The island boasts beautiful climbing, hiking, biking, and horseback riding ... Read More »
Gaztelugatxe
San Juan de Gatzelugatxe is a tiny island on the Bay of Biscay in municipality of Bermeo, Spain. It is reachable by a manmade stone bridge that was built in the 10th century to celebrate John the Baptist. Fishermen were to climb the 291 steps to the chapel to bring thanks for the days’ catch and their successful season. Path ... Read More »
Skellig Island
The Skellig islands are located on Iveragh Peninsula in County Kerry, Ireland. Both are known for their seabird colonies, such as European Storm-Petrels, Northern Gannets, Fulmars, Manx Shearwaters, Black-legged Kittiwakes, Common Guillemots, Razorbills and Atlantic Puffins. The Skellig islands are: Little Skellig, which holds Ireland’s largest and the world’s second largest Northern Gannet colony. And Great Skellig also known as ... Read More »
Capri Island
The small Italian island of Capri is situated 5 km from the mainland in the Bay of Naples, a celebrated beauty spot and coastal resort since the days of the Roman Republic until now. It is also part of Campania.Capri, known in Greek mythology as the isle of the sirens, was a favored resort of the Roman emperors. Most notoriously, ... Read More »
Lanzarote
Lanzarote is the most dramatic of the Canary Islands. Miles of lava rock make the northern part of the island look like a landscape you might find on the moon. The southern part of the island is greener, and boasts some of the Canaries’ finest beaches.Timanfaya National Park was created by a series of volcanic eruptions that occurred during the ... Read More »