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Saturday, 12 November 2011 20:13

Hiking Trails and Adventure Trips in Guatemala

Written by Carlos Martinez (Adventure Writter)
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Hiking Trails and Adventure Trips in Guatemala

The rugged mountains and deep jungles, not to mention the teeming wildlife in the virgin rainforests, are all the reasons why you should go on hiking and adventure trips in Guatemala. The vast jungle of Guatemala presents great hiking opportunity for the avid backpackers.

If you're one of them, you shouldn't dare miss this opportunity to go trekking up on the mountains. Just add a little human intervention provided by the local Mayan people, and this trip can be the most amazing adventure you'll have in your life.

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Tuesday, 27 September 2011 15:31

What You Can Expect From Your Family Guide While Vacationing

Written by Carlos Martinez (Adventure Writter)
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What You Can Expect From Your Family Guide While Vacationing

It is an age old problem, traveling as a single parent with kids. This can be doubly frustrating when trying to actually enjoy yourself on a vacation while going to the never-ending kiddie shows every time you turn around. Well, there is a way out of this, use a family guide.

Finding one is discussed in the first part of this series called, Family Guides and Traveling as a Single Parent. Now that you have one, We would like to discuss with you what to expect from your family guide while on vacation.

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Wednesday, 21 September 2011 16:48

How To Ensure Your Family Vacation is as Safe as Possible By Using a Family Guide

Written by Carlos Martinez (Adventure Writter)
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How To Ensure Your Family Vacation is as Safe as Possible By Using a Family Guide

Every parent wants to take their kids on a vacation that will stay in their memories for the rest of their days, otherwise what's the point right? The hidden factor that most people don't see is the fact that every parent's mind is reeling from all the possible dangers. Vacationing can mean going into busy, complicated, and often confusing tourist spots. The hustle and bustle can make it easy for a parent to get separated from their kids, or even their purse or wallet.

This fear factor alone can sap the fun right out of the vacation for any parent and their children, but as the old adage suggests, "there's safety in numbers." By hiring a family guide the odds of your vacation being safe and smooth doubles. Here are a few reasons how using a family guide ensures your family vacation is as safe as possible:

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Thursday, 08 September 2011 11:33

Family Guides and Traveling as a Single Parent

Written by Carlos Martinez (Adventure Writter)
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Family Guides and Traveling as a Single Parent

One of the greatest joys a parent can have is being able to take their children out to see the world. Giving your children, and yourself, a great vacation,or simply moving, can be a tricky thing to do. There is a remedy for this though... find a guide! The type of guide I am speaking of is not the normal travel guide, but one that specializes in assisting and maintaining order while your family travels. Some call them family guides, others simply call them professional nannies, but at all times they can be a huge benefit to the single parent who needs a little extra help while traveling with their kids.

Using a family guide can be a great asset, but there are also several factors you should look into before you decide on a family guide agency or private contractor. We'll be covering the topics of where to look, how to view a family guides profile, and interviewing your family guide.

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Wednesday, 31 August 2011 12:37

Sian Ka'an: Nature Reserve and Tourist Stop

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Sian Ka'an: Nature Reserve and Tourist Stop

The Sian Ka’an nature reserve is a beautifully designed bioreserve that’s bounding with natural wonders. From seeing crocodiles while navigating the mangroves, to spotting several different types of tropical birds, the scope of tropical life in Sian Ka’an is almost limitless.

After a great day of sight seeing and fun, watch the sun go down from the sparkling beaches that the Sian Ka’an nature bioreserve has to offer. The diversity of nature at Sian Ka’an will put on display the nature lover out of all the lucky visitors who witness the 1200 different species of flora, 103 different species of mammals, 339 species of tropical bird and all the forms of water life that exist in Sian Ka’an.

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Monday, 01 August 2011 11:57

Riviera Maya Tours

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Riviera Maya Tours

The Riviera Maya is one of the most popular travel destinations in the entire Yucatan Peninsula, and probably even entire Mexico. This 75-mile coastal region stretches from the Mexican Caribbean to the south easternmost part of the Yucatan Peninsula. Of course, the weather is ideal for travel and there are beautiful sandy beaches with crystal clear sea waters. Aside from those things, the place is teeming with birds and other wildlife. If you enjoy leaning more about archaeology and adventure then the Riviera Maya will suit you well.

There are four large eco parks along the Mayan Riviera. Here in Mexico, the conservation is provided by the community, who in turn help to develop tourism. The profit earned from commercializing helps the conservation projects. Many enterprises conduct businesses on the Mayan Riviera to make it convenient for tourists.

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Tuesday, 28 June 2011 12:03

Mexico Travel – Playa del Carmen Tours

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Mexico Travel – Playa del Carmen Tours

When traveling to Mexico, one of the best destinations you can possibly choose is Playa del Carmen. This, located on the Riviera Maya, has a lot to offer visitors – beaches, relaxation, spas, shopping, night life, delicious dining, water sports, guided tours to visit ruins, biosphere reserves and much more.

You can join a guided tour either when you arrive at this picturesque place, or have it already included in your travel package. We have prepared a list of the various tour choices that Playa del Carmen, Mexico has to offer you:

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Thursday, 16 June 2011 14:01

Popular Adventure Travel Tours in Yucatan

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Popular Adventure Travel Tours in Yucatan

The Yucatan Peninsula is home to thousands of species of flora and fauna, inhabiting various terrains and natural habitats. Large land areas are covered by unexplored rainforest that hides many secrets – Mayan ruins, animals, flowers and vegetation.

The majority of the land is still untouched by civilization, which gives the traveler a unique opportunity to feel at one with nature and observe animals, birds, reptiles and insects in their natural environment. Eco-tours are very popular in this part of the world because of the untouched natural environment and the large reserves, housing thousands of unique creatures.

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Wednesday, 15 June 2011 11:56

Outdoor Adventure Tours in Guatemala

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Outdoor Adventure Tours in Guatemala

Guatemala is a small country on the Pacific Ocean, bordering Mexico, Honduras, El Salvador and Belize. Spanish is the official language in Guatemala. The country has access to the Caribbean, which makes it a perfect destination for travelers interested in nature, wildlife and adventure.

There are many outdoor adventures you can participate in – canopy tours, fishing, swimming with dolphins, birding, scuba diving and more. The best thing you can do is to join an organized tour, as this way you will get the best experience possible for your money. There are organized outdoor adventure tours in Guatemala for many activities, and you can get full information about it from your travel agent or from your hotel once you have arrived.

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Monday, 13 June 2011 11:36

Tulum in Mexico – a Great Place to Visit if You are Interested in Mayan Ruins and Nature

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Tulum in Mexico – a Great Place to Visit if You are Interested in Mayan Ruins and Nature

Tulum in Mexico is a great place to visit. It not as popular as some of the other places on the Yucatan Peninsula such as Cancun or the largest resorts on Riviera Maya, but this is also part of its beauty.

Tulum has a lot to offer to the adventurous traveler interested in Mayan ruins and nature – secluded beaches, a relaxing atmosphere, delicious cuisine, snorkeling and enjoying the crystal clear waters, interesting flora and fauna species and Mayan ruins to visit and explore.

This picturesque old Mayan settlement is located just south of Playa Del Carmen, so there is always convenient transportation and accommodations available. Here are some of the most interested places to visit if you have some time to spend in Tulum:

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Tuesday, 17 August 2010 12:16

Yucatan Outdoor Adventures

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Yucatan Outdoor Adventures

The tours of the Yucatan jungle and biosphere reserves offer a great chance to see ancient Mayan temples, hike by night along the beach to watch baby turtles hatch, or take more time and explore deeper into the jungle areas. These guided tours are available for the hiking enthusiast who wants to see some truly unique scenery and experience some of the wonders of the Yucatan heritage before it changes.

The guides and staff at the Duende Tours are experts at matching you to a specific hike that allows you see all the sights that you are interested in. They can offer you a guided outdoor adventure that will help you to discover what makes this part of the Yucatan Peninsula so unique.

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Friday, 13 June 2008 00:07

Tulum Vacations

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Tulum Vacations

Think of a tropical beach swaying palm trees; the clear ,blue-turquooise water of the Caribbean sea; the pearl-white soft sand of pristine beaches... and a hammock..... This is Tulum. A world-famous destination known for relaxation or adventure travel, Tulum, Mexico boasts some of the world’s most amazing beaches and snorkeling reefs, among other exciting and fun activities.

Stay at cabañas right on the beach where one could easily spend many days forgetting about the rest of the world.

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Saturday, 07 June 2008 15:27

You better belize it !

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You better belize it !

Belize is a small country and few people know about its existence. Nevertheless, Belize has everything it takes for a country to be a perfect holiday destination. With its total area of 22,966 km² (or 8,867 sq miles) and a population of little over 300,000 people, there is plenty of space left for nature. Another interesting thing about Belize is its various cultures.

Belize borders Mexico to its North, Guatemala to its West and the Caribbean Sea to its South and East. This demographical position blesses Belize with gorgeous beaches, many small islands called Cays, impressive scuba dive and snorkel reefs, ancient Mayan ruins, lush jungle with beautiful rivers; and even a mountain range featuring 1124 meter (or 3688 feet) as its highest point.

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Saturday, 07 June 2008 12:46

Horseback Riding Vacations in Guatemala final

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Horseback Riding Vacations in Guatemala final

Horseback riding is not the most difficult thing in the world; in fact, it’s one of the easiest! The misconception that horseback riding requires years of experience or expensive lessons is just that, a misconception. Assuming you’re with someone who knows what they’re doing, ANYONE can horseback ride in a matter of minutes, whether you’re 5 or 50.

Horses trained to carry people know exactly what they’re supposed to do and with a little guidance from the trainer, you should be able to guide the horses by yourself with a few simple commands with the reins. So don’t be timid, let the trainer tell you where to step, what and what not to do once on the horse, and that’s it. If you still don’t feel up to the task, the trainer may take full control of the horse him or herself, meaning that all you do is sit and enjoy the ride.

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Saturday, 07 June 2008 12:30

Whitewater Rafting in Veracruz Mexico

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Whitewater Rafting in Veracruz Mexico

Many active travelers come to Mexico for the Mayan, Aztec, Olmec, ruins. Many come for the beaches of Cancun, Puerto Vallarta, the snorkeling in Cozumel, the Colors of Mexico City, the jungles of Quintana Roo, or perhaps even the rich cooking of the entire country. A number of travelers even come windsurf, whale watch and hike. But not many come to take part in one of Mexico’s greatest gifts, whitewater rafting.

In the state of Veracruz lies the country’s best whitewater rafting destination. Boasting more than 40 rivers that spread across the dynamic terrain in Veracruz, it doesn’t take much to understand why this state would have ideal world-class white water rafting and kayaking. The typical river in Veracruz accents narrow, steep water flow that has a medium to low water volume making rafting and other water sports a challenging and technical experience.

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Saturday, 07 June 2008 12:30

Whale Shark

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Whale Shark

One of the many highlights found in Mexican travel is the incredible diversity, whether on land, or water. Acknowledging this, Duende Tours has begun an expansion of tours that will soon encompass many of Mexico’s hidden treasures. And now, for the first time, we’re redefining Overseas Adventure Travel.

For us, overseas adventure travel doesn’t mean flying over bodies of water from landmass to landmass: it means exploring the world. More specifically it means taking an adventure that puts you face to face with a great challenge, at this case, with the biggest fish on earth, the Whale Shark.

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