Thursday, September 25, 2008

Saturday, September 20, 2008

Traveling To Costa Rica

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Traveling To Costa Rica By J. Foley

When you are thinking about traveling, you should always think about how you are going to get around and how you will be able to get around the country safely. Public transportation is where you will be able to travel safely. This is just something that you might want to think about when you are unable to drive yourself around. You will want to make sure that you came back from your trip safely. The way that you travel is not always safe in Costa Rica, but if you take all the precautions to avoid the dangers, you will be able to enjoy your trip.

This does not mean that the buses, trains, taxis, etc. are in better condition than those in the United States. Actually, the U.S. has some of the cleanest modes of transportation around. However, they are also expensive and do not run very often in many cities. When it comes to the buses in Costa Rica, they are not one of the most glamorous ways for you to get around, but they are cheap and they run very often.. They’re an easy and affordable way to get around the major cities in the country, and many of the more rural towns that dot the land.

I mentioned before that renting a car is an exceedingly expensive means of getting around, although it very well can be done. If you would really like to rent a car, you will be able to do it at the airport, as well as, various towns. You will be able to rent cars in the largest cities. Keep in mind, though, that the roads are not well paved and the mortality rate for auto vehicles is almost 9 times as bad as it is in the United States. If you aren’t into traveling with a rental car, you can always give up the idea and stay with the public transportation.

For those who are the romantics you will be able to use the train system to help you get from town to town. This option will allow travelers to experience travel through the lush rainforests and mountainous regions in the nation. There is one problem with train travel, though. However, it is a limited way of getting around and you will find that there isn’t much track for a train to travel. There is not much news as to the expansion of the train, so it may not suit most travelers.

Even though there are lots of fallouts with public transportation in Costa Rica, you will be able to get around quickly and very cheap. You will always be able to find plenty of options for you to travel, however, it is a great way to save some money if you use public transportation. Also, it is a good way of getting around the country without having to deal with other people’s road rage. You will want to give it some time, but if you will be able to be amazed if you use the public transportation in Costa Rica.

Article Written By J. Foley

Monday, September 01, 2008

Gearing up for an Adventure Vacation Cruise

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Gearing up for an Adventure Vacation Cruise By J. Foley

Adventure vacation cruises is one of the most fun and exciting means of getting a new perspective of the other side of the world. This is because it allows people to see splendid sights, sounds, and heritage of other people in various parts of the world. Apart from giving you a new experience, taking adventure vacation cruises will also open up an opportunity for you to see and appreciate different cultures as well as enjoy nature-endowed sceneries in marine and land.

If you want to explore some of the world’s hidden treasures, now is the time to plan the details of your adventure vacation cruise. This is because adventure vacation cruises can be quite complicated especially for first time cruisers.

To save you from the hassle, here are some of the things that you need to consider in gearing up for an ultimate adventure vacation cruise:

1. Date and length of your adventure vacation cruise. The date of leaving for a cruise should be determined as early as possible because you need to book early. In terms of length, the usual vacation cruises range from six days to one month—depending on how much the cruiser would want to do and see and the time and money he/she would want to spend. But, for an adventure vacation, 6 to 7 days would do. Given this time, you can get all things and activities covered.

2. Who will be going and the total number of the participants of the adventure vacation cruise. Whether you will go on an adventure vacation cruise with your date, family members, or friends, it is always best to discuss thoroughly the final participants of the trip and the destination. Always remember that in planning any adventure vacation cruise, the major consideration should be who is/are going on the cruise and their preference because this will ensure the success of the trip.

3. Which cruise line to use. Determining the cruise lines that sail to your chosen destination will help you finalize your plan. This is because it will give you a estimate of how much you need spend, the amenities to expect, and the activities that you can do during the cruise. You can choose from Princess Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Cruise West, Carnival Cruise Line, Holland America Line, Crystal Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, and Royal Caribbean International because these offer the most vacation destinations.

If you are interested in cruising aboard in any of these cruise lines, make sure that you conduct a research so you can compare each of them and come up with a cruise line fit for your needs and budget.

4. The size of ship to be used. Basically, two sizes of ships are used for adventure vacation cruises, which include the small ship, and the one is the big ship. For first time cruisers, big ships are ideal because it can provide almost everything they need. But, today, more and more people prefer cruising using a small ship because it provides an up close look at the destination as well as giving a more intimate environment.

A small ship, on the other hand, is chosen by some because it is more intimate and allows better itinerary. It is up to you to decide which one will give you the best comfort and amenities possible.

Article Written By J. Foley