Hot Temperature in Portugal – Perfect for Vacation
November 30, 2009 by JoelC2009 · 8 Comments
My best friend is getting married in March next year. She is currently looking for a perfect honeymoon destination in Europe, so she asked my help to do some research. She is thinking of going for her honeymoon preferably in the summer because she does not enjoy cold weather. She wants to go to a warmer country in Europe, and therefore, she can enjoy relaxing and basking in the sun.
We both think that Portugal is a perfect getaway destination. The almost year-round hot temperature in Portugal is great for those who are into summer activities, particularly water sports and beach activities. Even the autumns and winters in Portugal are not as cold as they are in some other countries.
Portugal has a number of beautiful beaches with light-colored sand and greenish blue sea. Newlyweds will certainly find Portugal as an exotic, romantic honeymoon destination. On the other hand, water sports fans will surely enjoy their favorite sports such as kayaking and rafting in the warm Portugal climate.
In addition, arts and culture enthusiasts will certainly fall in love with Portugal’s rich historical background. Many historical buildings in Portugal were built back in the ancient times, such as the medieval alleys and whitewashed houses with forged balconies in Alfama, which is in Lisbon. Those who appreciate ancient architectures would enjoy viewing the gothic cathedrals, museums and Roman temples in Evora.
Since Portugal is located near Spain, both countries share similar culture, cuisine and even music. Being a big fan of exotic, spicy food, just the thought of it makes me want to visit Portugal.
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Vancouver Island British Columbia
October 5, 2009 by JoelC2009 · 4 Comments
Vancouver Island is a large island in British Columbia, just off Canada’s Pacific coast, separated from the mainland by the Strait of Georgia. It is 460 km (286 mi) long and up to 80 km (50 mi) wide, a magnificent landscape of emerald forests, snow-capped mountains, flower-filled meadows, crystal-clear ice-cold lakes and rivers, and pristine coastline pounded by the Pacific Ocean. The island is paradise for outdoor pursuits enthusiasts, and it is one of the few places in the world where you can play golf and go skiing on the same day.
There are mountains down the centre of the island, the Vancouver Island Ranges, dividing it into the rugged and wet west coast and the drier east coast with a more rolling landscape. The highest point on the island is the Golden Hinde at 2,195 m (7,200 ft), lying within the Strathcona Provincial Park, and there are a few glaciers here, the largest of which is the Comox Glacier,
The west coast is rocky and mountainous, characterized by fjords, bays and inlets, while the. interior has many rivers and lakes, of which Kennedy Lake, northeast of Ucluelet, is the largest.
At the southern tip of the island is the elegant capital, Victoria, with its historic parliament, narrow streets dotted with cafes, pubs and colourful gardens, and boats floating lazily in the sparkling harbour. There is an abundance of sights to experience here, including the world-famous Butchart Botanical Gardens, with over a million plants. The gardens are divided into themed areas, such as Japanese or Italian, and each is a beautiful garden in its own right.
Activities available in this big outdoors include skiing, white-water rafting, caving, mountain biking, surfing, sailing, diving and snorkelling, bungy jumping and many other exciting pursuits. There are deep-sea fishing trips for halibut, salmon and chinook, whale-watching excursions or kayaking in the inlets of the Pacific Rim National Park.
Trekking and hiking through the wilderness is also popular here, and can be done on horse or on foot along the trails in the woods.
Wildlife viewing is becoming more and more popular, with black bears high on the wish-list, and ecotours by boat can offer sightings of bald eagles, sea lions and sea otters.
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