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And many game reserves and places of interest have specially adapted accommodation and wheelchair-friendly facilities and walks. Many short trails also have Braille interpretation plaques.

Flamingo Tours specialises in tours for people with disabilities.

You would be amazed what some wheelchair-dependent people have done in South Africa – abseiled off Table Mountain; dared the highest bungy jump in the world at Bloukrans Bridge; tubed the awesome Storms River Gorge; hiked most of the Outeniqua Trail (this was a hard one); flown a microlight; and learned to scuba dive. The sky’s the limit. Oh yes, and skydived. (This was not all done by the same person!)

Accessible opportunities in the natural environment

South African National Parks, as national assets, should be accessible destinations to everyone regardless of their mental, sensory or physical capabilities.

The Delta Environmental Centre (Gauteng Province)has the 180metre long Sasol Sensory Trail which was initially conceptualised as a short environmental education trail for disabled people. Through consultation with Eco-Access, it was finally designed as an accessible interactive environmental education experience for the hundreds of learners who pass through the Centre on a weekly basis, including learners who happen to be disabled.
The trail is simple, paved, has wide pathways and many interesting stopping points. It blends in with the surrounding environment and is based on the fact that the Centre offers personal interpretation to all groups that visit it.

The de Wildt Cheetah and Wildlife Centre (North West Province) has a programme called ‘Reach for the Wild’. An accessible trail, named the ‘Rob and Julie Filmer Sensory Trail’, allows all people, including disabled people, the opportunity to experience the African bush. It was also initially conceptualised as a trail for disabled people but now forms the basis of all de Wildt’s environmental education programmes. The environmental education centre is accessible and available for all those who participate in these programmes. Again, this Centre benefits from personal interpretation of the environment being offered to all groups.

SANParks Boulders Beach Boardwalk (Western Cape) is another example where everyone has the opportunity to visit the penguins on the beach using the boardwalk.
Owing to negative pressure from the surrounding community, parking and access to the boardwalk is extremely difficult without prior arrangements being made. However, once on the boardwalk, anyone can use it.

For many other trails and programmes in various parts of South Africa see Eco-Access, including, apart from those mentioned above, the Rob Filmer Lichen Trail at the Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve in the Mpumalanga province, the Rhino Trail at the Berg-en-Dal camp at the Kruger National Park in the Mpumalanga province, the Fossil Trail at the Karroo National Park in the Northern Cape province, the PPC Discovery trail at the Addo Elephant National Park in the Eastern Cape province, the Dragonfly walkway and Jacana Bridge and the Kingfisher Birdhide at the Nylsvley Nature Reserve in the Limpopo province, The Palmiet Hiking Trail at the Hottentots Holland Nature reserve in the Western Cape Province and the bird hide and walkway at the Blesbokspruit Nature reserve in the Gauteng Province.

Wildlife has been one of the top favourite destinations to go these days. Family holiday to Africa is a perfect choice for all the member of family to enjoy. It would be the most enjoyable for children as they can see “Lion King” on their own naked eyes. It is different from zoo where most of the animals are in cage, you and your family can view the wildlife in Africa in their own natural habitat and also educational for your children.

Do check the hotel deals before you book for your Africa hotel.

One of the top destinations for wildlife spotting in Africa is in East Africa, Kenya. In fact, Kenya is said to be ” the Jewel of East Africa”. After you and your family has decided to go to Kenya, you must experience the national reserve.

 I have chosen 3 of the famous National reserve in Kenya; Masai Mara National Reserve, Samburu National Reserve and Amboseli National Park. Masai Mara has been the more desirable destination of wildlife reserve in Kenya. It has many of the famous wildlife such as lions, crocodiles, wildebeest, buffalo, leopard, elephants, cheetah, hyena and many more. One day in Masai Mara is not enough to see it all and in fact, the reserve might attract you and your family to keep going back again. If you are lucky, you can spot thousand of animals during your visit. If you want to see the whole Masai Mara and explore futher, there is other option; taking balloon safari. Samburu Reserve and Amboseli national park is top choice for East Africa family outing too.

If you were to visit South Africa, Kruger National Park is the most famous attraction. Kruger National Park has hundreds of different spicies of birds, mammals, amphibians, reptiles and fish. See all the top 5 animals of Kruger National Park; elephant, lion, buffalo, rhino and leopard.

 You and your family can also drive yourself in the park. Your family is sure to be all busying spotting animals during the trip. Other than the Kruger National Park, South Africa also offer a lot other fun activities for family holiday.

 Golden Reef city is where you can find all the entertainment for families; casino, theme park which also offer one of the thrillers ride in the world, and unique Apartheid museum, that is a must see. Visit also Table mountains, Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Sun City (which is famous for massive Valley of Waves waterparks), Cape Pint, V & A Waterfront, Robben island (where Nelson Mandela is held in prison), view African penguins at Boulders beach, Two Oceans aquarium. Visit Africa to have amazing experience that you might only experience together with your family once in a lifetime. Africa is one of the best destinations for perfect, memorable family holiday with the remarkable wildlife, beautiful scenery and fantastic family friendly resort or hotel. Do not forget to bring your camcorder and your camera during your travel to East Africa or South Africa.

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Miami has so much for you to see and do it can be difficult to find a place to begin. But regardless of whether you are visiting with the family or just on your own, you should definitely make time to see the Miami Seaquarium.

This is a huge venue that takes up nearly forty acres of land and it is very easy to reach from downtown Miami. The best thing about it is that it provides an educational visit as well as one that everyone really enjoys. You’ll certainly leave knowing a lot more about marine mammals and fish than you did when you arrived.

There are various shows which form a part of the entertainment you can look forward to on the day. For example you can watch a killer whale take part in a special show that gives you an idea of the sheer size and skills it has. And of course no visit would be complete without seeing the dolphins showing off their incredible intelligence. You may not know that the dolphin pool was used in the filming of the famous television show, “Flipper”, as well.

Make sure you grab a map as you enter the Miami Seaquarium, as this will show you where all the exhibits and shows are. You can then plan a route round the venue that takes in all the show times as well as the rest of the exhibits.

There is a sea lion show there too, which always draws the crowds as it tends to be quite amusing to watch. Salty the sea lion definitely likes playing to a crowd, so make sure you go along to see the display.

The Seaquarium is really a half day out experience, and when you need to stop for a break you will find plenty of places to do just that. There are eating places and seating areas provided along the way, so you can enjoy seeing everything and taking time out for a bite to eat as well. The park is nicely spread out and no matter which route you take you will see everything you need to see without missing anything out.

As well as the more traditional sea lions and dolphins, you can also come up close to crocodiles and alligators while you are in the park. It’s all quite safe of course, but it will probably still send shivers up your spine!

If you want to stay in downtown Miami you will find lots of Miami hotels that you can book a room in. This is an ideal position from which to enjoy everything that Miami has to offer, including the Miami Seaquarium and all the creatures it holds within.

There is a reason Destin, Florida is one of the top destinations for families. With its warm weather, sandy beaches, reasonably priced restaurants, multiple attractions, and comfortably-sized condos along the coast, Destin is one of the top vacation spots. Located in the northwestern tip of Florida, Destin offers an ideal travel destination for Florida and Georgian residents, as well as vacation travelers throughout the United States.
Want to know the best places to visit and eat in Destin, Florida? Feel free to lie in the sun on Destin’s clean, sandy beaches, but if you want places to visit when you are done absorbing the sun’s rays, consider visiting the places listed below.
Tours and Activities for the Adventuresome: Below are suggestions regarding activities to do in Destin, Florida.  
Southern Star Dolphin & Sunset Cruises
Southern Star offers a two hour tour on its 76 foot glass bottom boat. If you want to see dolphins up close, this is the tour for you. The tour is also great for families with kids–allowing them to drive the boat for a while.
Just Chute Me Parasail
If you’ve never gone parasailing, give it a try at Just Chute My Parasail. The view is fantastic, and the adventuresome go all the way–going up 800 feet. People have described parasailing with Just Chute Me Parasail as an incredible experience with a friendly crew. Parasailing also makes a great, memorable date, especially if you are on a romantic vacation in Destin, FL.
Suggested Places to Eat: The following are restaurants to check out during your stay in Destin.
The Luck Snapper Restaurant
The Lucky Snapper overlooks the Destin Harbor, offering a unique dining experience that overlooks the harbor. This grill and bar restaurant serves crab cakes, popcorn shrimp, catfish, calamari, gator tail and crab legs for the seafood lovers as well as pastas, salads, smoothies and a wide selection or Martinis and Specialty drinks.
McGuire’s Irish Pub & Brewery
People describe McGuire’s as a fun restaurant with huge burgers, generous portions, tasty beer, and a fun atmosphere–all for a reasonable price. When you enter the restaurant, be sure to check out the ceiling, which is covered with over 170,000 dollar bills. The menu includes Martinis, Irish potato skins, Yellow Fin Tuna Steak, Peppercorn Steak, $9.99 steak burgers and Irish ale.
Callahan’s Restaurant & Deli
This family-run restaurant offers huge portions and excellent service. Consider ordering their made-to-order sandwiches and taking them on a picnic for lunch. Callahan’s also serves hamburgers, salads and desserts. It’s where all of the locals go for lunch, so go early to avoid the lunch crowd.
Places to Spend the Afternoon: The following are places to spend an afternoon in Destin.
Silver Sands Factory Stores
If you enjoy shopping, check out the Silver Sands Factory Stores. They have the stores you would find in your average mall, such as Gap, as well as higher end retailers like Saks, Kenneth Cole, Coach and BCBG. There is also a playground at the Factory Stores for kids to play at.
Emerald Bay Golf Club
This championship level, 18-hole course is one of the best in Florida. If you are a golfer looking for a nice course at a good price, check out the Emerald Bay Golf Club. Also, consider staying at a Destin, FL golf resort.
Destin History & Fishing Museum
If the weather outside is less than desirable, check out the Destin History & Fishing Museum. The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday and is only $5 for adults and $3 for children. This museum includes a large collection of antique fishing rods and reels, the oldest seine fishing boat still in existence, photographs of early Destin boat captains and exhibits that feature what life was like before electricity in the 1930s.  
Gator Beach
This is one of the best attractions in Destin, and best of all–it’s free. This educational site is great for families with kids. At Gator Beach, you can learn about alligators and snakes and see the rare alligator, “Mellow Yellow.” You can even feed the alligators and get a picture holding an alligator at Gator Beach.
If you are staying in Destin for more than a week, consider research Gulf Coast vacation rentals online. You may also be able to find a Destin Bed and Breakfast.

When you are single, it is easy to have a cheap vacation. If you want to travel somewhere and do not want to pay for a hotel room, you can simply backpack and camp out. If you are looking to go abroad, you can stay in a hotel and save tons of money. But once you have children, it becomes much more difficult to book a cheap vacation. Children have special needs, especially young ones, and can often turn a camping trip that would be relaxing into a nightmare. There are some ways, however, to make a vacation for the whole family a cheap vacation.

Look for packages

When you are vacationing and looking for a cheap vacation, many hotels will offer a package deal that you can use. These deals might include sight seeing tours or babysitting services. One of the ways to find these package deals is to constantly look for them, but many hotels will allow you to sign up on their email mailing list. This will allow them to contact you whenever they have a special going on, making it easier to book a cheap vacation.

Look to the State

Most of us forget about state parks and other state offers that pop up, often because these state amusements do not have the same type of public relations people that the more expensive places do. If you are looking for a cheap vacation, why not take your children to a national museum or a park? These places are often very inexpensive to visit and are educational as well, allowing you to spend money on your room while saving money on your activities.

Rent a House

If you are looking for a cheap vacation and you have a number of children, or if you are going on vacation with a number of other people, why not rent a house?  There are tons of different vacation homes and cottages that can be rented, saving you money and giving you a cheap vacation.  For instance, some hotels cost $200 a night, and you may be able to rent a cottage that is large enough for your entire family, or for you and some friends, for $600 for the entire week. This would save you over half of what you would have spent if you rented a hotel room. This is a great way to get a cheap vacation and to have great accommodations while you are at it, and most cottages and cabins are perfect for children, giving you the privacy many children require.

It is not impossible to have a cheap vacation when you have children, you just need to learn to think outside of the box.  Do not always look for a cheap vacation from the mainstream hotel owners and vacation guides, but instead look for a cheap vacation in the places that you would never think to look. Ask other parents what their secret is and, as always, never be afraid to consult with the internet in order to see what other people are doing to get a cheap vacation for the entire family.

There are innumerable holiday packages available these days. Adventure, religious, cultural, leisure and educational are some of them. Depending on your preference, you can choose any one. The best thing about these packages is they are planned in advance. Right from stay to the locations, everything is pre-determined. You need not run around to book accommodation. Everything will be taken care of by the travel agents.
They will arrange the whole thing on your behalf. They can even help you get a budget holiday. Whatever be your choice, you must think carefully. You must keep in mind the budget for the holiday package. In case, it exceeds and you are falling short of money, you may find yourself in trouble at a later stage. There are innumerable travel destinations all over India that offer unlimited adventure.
There are innumerable destinations in India. The varying geography offers you an opportunity to explore the terrains and mountains. You can have an experience of your lifetime. You could participate in different trekking expeditions, across various trails in the Himalayas. The region offers an excellent opportunity to scale the lofty mountains or have an adventurous streak in trekking.
There are various kinds of accommodation available. You can choose from a week to a fortnight plan. There are budget holidays available too for those who cannot afford to spend a huge amount of money. This will help such people save a lot of money and time. Travelling is huge industry that attracts a huge amount of revenue. You can have the experience of your lifetime by opting for such holidays. You can also get affordable tour packages. You also have the choice of trekking or climbing or going on a safari.
A traveller can look forward to excellent stay at any of the places. When it comes to accommodation, you can find international quality hotels. The destinations offer you a plethora of opportunities. You can experience the thrill. It is a good choice to take a break from the monotonous schedule of life and get into some action mode.
If you wish to travel abroad, you can approach a tour guide for help. They can let you know where to find the perfect stay and accommodation during your holiday. There are excellent adventure holiday packages available abroad. You could also experience the breathtaking Swiss mountains that are snow capped and witness a huge number of tourists every year.

About Pune

The Queen of Deccan, Cultural Capital of Maharashtra, Oxford of the East, this is Pune for you. Formerly known as Punavadi or Poona, it has always remained at the helm of affairs in Maharashtra. The city of Marathas, it is still known for its valor and courage. The cradle of Chhatrapati Shivaji, Pune still invoke the same feelings of nationalism and bravery in mind.

Travel to Pune

Pune, one of the most important cities of Maharashtra is connected to other parts of India as well as world through rail road and air. All the major airlines operate flights to/from Pune to various national and international destinations. Pune International Airport at Lohegaon is Pune air connecting point to the outer world. Rail and Bus service is also available to all the parts of India through Pune.

Pune Travel Destination

Being the cultural hub of Maharashtra, Pune is home to a large number of places of interest. Pune travel destinations include

• Shanivar Vada – Once a splendid edifice of Maratha times, it was built by Peshwa Bajirao. This seven storied structure was destroyed by fire and now just the ruins exist.

• Osho Ashram – Established by Osho Rajneesh, it is the headquarters of Osho movement in India.

• Shinde Chhatri – An architectural wonder, it is located at a small distance from race course in Pune.

• Pataleshwar Cave temple – Carved out of a single stone, this cave temple is located at the heart of Pune city.

Other places worth a dekko in Pune are Parvati Hill, Sars Baug, Bund Garden, Vishrambaug Garden, Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum, and Tribal Museum. Get Pune map to know more about the places of interest in Pune, its road, rail network.

Pune Hotels

There are a large number of hotels in Pune to cater to accommodation needs of the travelers to the city. Whether you are looking for 5 star hotels to enjoy your vacation in the lap of luxury or want to go for budget hotels in Pune, you will find every type of it. Hotel Le Meridien, Hotel Royal Orchid, Sun n Sand, Hotel Gordon House, Taj Pune, Hotel The Pride Pune are some of the most popular 5 star hotels in Pune. Whereas Hotel Baron Lakside Resort, Hotel Alankar, Kapila Hotel, Ketan Hotel, Parkview Hotel

Pune Education

Pune is literally dotted with educational institutes. You will find all types of schools, colleges, universities and educational institutes – formal and non formal – in the city of Pune. It is due to this large number of educational institutes that Pune earned the sobriquet of Oxford of the East. Students from far off South East Asia and other cities of India come to Pune in search of good education opportunities. Bharathi Vidyapeeth, Deccan College of Post Graduate and Research Institute, Dr D Y Patil University, Symbiosis International University, Symbiosis Center for Distance Learning, and Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics are some of the well renowned universities of Pune.

Pune Economy

Pune economy contributes a major chunk of revenue to the economy of Maharashtra. Automobile industry of India is concentrated in Pune that’s why it is also referred to as the Automobile City of India. The city is also home to some of the largest software industries such as Wipro, Tech Mahindra, Infosys, Kanbay Software. Recently BPO industry has also shown a lot of growth in Pune.

With all these qualities to offer, Pune is definitely a city worth a visit atleast once in a lifetime.

More than half (51%) of us are planning a vacation this summer. Even more if we’re among the affluent and young professionals. According to the latest American Express Spending & Saving Tracker,  we plan to spend an average of $1,000 per person on summer travel.

Parents, are planning  to arrange summer activities for their children and plan to spend an average of $600 per child. This month’s American Express Spending & Saving Tracker  sample of 2,000 adults included the general U.S. population, and two subgroups — the affluent and young professionals.

“The summer vacation, and particularly, the family vacation is alive and well this year,” said Audrey Hendley, vice president of American Express Travel.

Vacations with Family and Friends

Family trips will be most popular (52%), a variety of other vacation types are being planned, including:

Couples trips (26%)

Trips with friends such as “girlfriend getaways” and “mancations” (10%)

A “staycation”–intending to enjoy time off and attractions near home (11%)

Experiential or adventure vacations such as a culinary retreat or hiking trip (7%)

Educational vacations (4%)

Of those taking a summer vacation, most  will stay within the U.S., with destinations in the South (31%) and Northeast (29%) being the most popular vacation destinations. A smaller percentage of consumers (16%) plan to travel outside of the U.S., primarily to the Caribbean (6%), Canada (5%), and Europe (4%). Affluents (19%) are more likely to venture outside of the U.S. and young professionals (29%) are twice as likely as the general population to do so.

People without summer vacation plans this year cited several factors. Among those people:

44 percent said they had not saved for a vacation

23 percent reported they plan to spend the money on something else like home improvements or local activities. Included in these,

18 percent plan to spend on family necessities.

8 percent said they don’t have the time to either plan or take a vacation this year

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Why is Orlando Florida a great place?

There are many answers to that question; Orlando is one of those special places that you simply must go to at some point in your life, why I hear you say? the answer is simple it is full of unique attractions. There is everything from watching spectacular killer whales perform mind boggling maneuvers with their human trainers to experiencing the awesome site of Dinosaurs feeding in a tropical forest landscape. It is one of those very special places in the World, where there is something to do for everyone, it is simply awesome.

Theme parks

These are the main tourist attraction in Orlando Florida, they are simply superb, and I cannot think of any reason why you shouldn’t make them your first port of call. There is something to do for every member of your family, which must be why they are so popular.

People say that Walt Disney World especially the Magic Kingdom is just for children, how wrong they can be, Lynn and I have sat next to people in their 70’s who absolutely love the theme park’s, its not unique to see an octogenarian getting a cuddle from Mickey Mouse.

Epcot is thought provoking for us adults, and a constant source of education, fun, and entertainment for children. Where else could you see modern crop propagation along side a Pirate battle taking place on the high sea in the Caribbean?

Disney Animal Kingdom is very special, you will be amazed at the mix of attractions from complex animatronics to watching wild animals in a natural environment, and you actually feel as if you are on an African Safari.

Disney Hollywood studios brings the frill and excitement of the big screen right to you, experience the death defying stunts and carefully crafted movie rides, you can even be part of a gangster street fight played out by highly realistic automatons, meet  the Hollywood greats such as James Cagney and John Wayne.

What’s there to do when you’re not in the Parks… or its way after dark? Day or night at Downtown-Disney area, choose from dining with dinosaurs to a distinctly Disney shopping extravaganza to catching incredible live music and shows!

How many Disney-Characters can you spot? Make sure you take your autograph book and a camera, you never know who you will come across, and Brer Fox can be seen near Splash Mountain, in the Magic Kingdom!

Swim With Dolphins

Whilst you are on your Orlando-Florida-Holidays, it would be silly not to take a swim with the dolphins at somewhere like Discovery Cove. I did this not too long ago and it is something that I know I will never forget, it was a truly great experience. Many other holiday resorts have water parks for your entertainment, they attract many people every year and Orlando Florida is no exception, Blizzard Beach and Typhoon lagoon are Walt-Disney properties, Aquatica is located just across the road from Sea world.

Universal Studios, Wow is the best adjective to describe this source of entertainment, meet Spider Man and that terrifying Great White Shark portrayed in Jaws, and feel the fear as he rises out of the water.

Orlando Florida Holiday’s where else could you ride the Sheikra, The very first dive coaster in North America – and it’s a good one! 200 feet up, and then straight back down again at up to 70mph… with a 90 degree drop.

Sky above, earth below and nothing but a massive thrill in between? Busch Gardens

Planning Orlando Florida Holidays? Orlando offers a wide range of accommodation from

Cheap Hotels on International Drive to themed Disney properties such as Disney-All-Star-Movie resort, some of the best Hotels include the Caribbean Beach Resort right in the heart of the magic; remember staying at a Disney Resort offers complimentary transport to and from Disney Theme parks.