The Galápagos

The Galápagos Islands are an archipelago of volcanic islands distributed around the equator in the Pacific Ocean, 972 km west of continental Ecuador, of which they are a part. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site: wildlife is its most notable feature. The principal language on the islands is Spanish. The islands have a population of around 23,000.

The Galápagos consists of 15 main islands, 3 smaller islands, and 107 rocks and islets. The islands are located at the Galapagos Triple Junction. It is also atop the Galapagos hotspot, a place where the Earth's crust is being melted from below by a mantle plume, creating volcanoes.

For more information about the Galápagos Islands visits Columbus Travel which is one of the major travel agencies in Ecuador with an average of 3000 passengers each year.

The Grand Canyon

The Grand Canyon is a steep-sided canyon carved by the Colorado River in the United States in the state of Arizona.

The Grand Canyon is 277 miles (446 km) long, up to 18 miles (29 km) wide and attains a depth of over a mile (1.83 km) (6000 feet). Nearly two billion years of the Earth's geological history have been exposed as the Colorado River and its tributaries cut their channels through layer after layer of rock while the Colorado Plateau was uplifted.

Aside from casual sightseeing from the South Rim (averaging 7,000 feet [2,100 m] above sea level), rafting, hiking, running and helicopter tours are especially popular. In October 2010 the North Rim is the host to an ultramarathon. The Grand Canyon Ultra Marathon  is a 78-mile (126 km) race over 24 hours. The floor of the valley is accessible by foot, muleback, or by boat or raft from upriver. Hiking down to the river and back up to the rim in one day is discouraged by park officials because of the distance, steep and rocky trails, change in elevation, and danger of heat exhaustion from the much higher temperatures at the bottom.
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Grand Canyon Reservations (official site)

A Holiday at Gulf Shores Vacation Rental - One That You Will Remember

A family vacation away from home is the most anticipated time of the year for every family member. Instead of a hotel, discover the fun of a vacation rental home or condo on the beaches of Gulf Shores, Alabama. Read on to know how it can make for a perfect holiday.

Vacations offer and amazing opportunity for relaxation and enjoyment and are eagerly awaited by all. When it's for two to four people, most travelers first thought is to book a room in a nice hotel. However, during any of the major holidays, or to celebrate something special in a big way, the extended family of uncles, aunts and cousins often go on a trip together. Or, you might choose to vacation with a large group of friends. In cases where large groups are involved, a hotel room is typically not the best option when you want to enjoy everyone's company and still stay within your budget. In these cases, a vacation condo or rental home is the way to go! You'll find many benefits that you won't get in a hotel. In a vacation home, you'll have the space and freedom to enjoy each other's company without worrying about your neighbors on the other side of the wall.

Imagine going to an exotic place for a vacation, spending the day at the beach together and then heading back to your condo, and continuing to enjoy each other's company until midnight. These vacations create memories that you will recall again and again, even years later. The company of your friends and family make the trip far more enjoyable than even a luxurious stay at a hotel. A vacation condo or home gives you complete freedom and privacy, so you can make the most of your time.

Vacation condos are available in many exciting places where you have the opportunity for a variety of family activities. Gulf Shores, Alabama is a great place for a family vacation. It has beautiful beaches with sparkling emerald waters that combine to create a perfect day. Spend the whole day at the white sand beach and participate in activities like swimming, boating, surfing, fishing, playing volleyball or simply relaxing while the kids enjoy themselves building sandcastles. Need a break from the beach? Visit Adventure Island for a fun-filled day of roller coasters, bumper boats and arcade games. If you love wildlife, the Alabama Gulf Shores Zoo is only a few blocks from the beach and home to over 300 different types of animals. To go even wilder, take a nature walk at Alligator Alley and see the gators in their natural habitat. You can also go back in history with an outing to Fort Morgan, the site of the Civil War Battle of Mobile Bay. Your need for speed can be fulfilled at the Track Family Recreation Center. Here you can race go-karts and experience the thrill of skydiving. For a real challenge, check out of one the Gulf Shores nine world-class golf courses. Is shopping your thing? In addition to the many souvenir stores, beach boutiques and art galleries, you should visit the Tanger Outlet Center. At night, hang out at a cafe, play games with your family, or put on the music and enjoy yourself. You'll find something for everyone to make your stay just perfect.

If you would like to spend your next vacation at Gulf Shores, Alabama, then look for gulf shores vacation rentals on the internet and find a vacation condo for your vacation.


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