Recently, when the Cape was enjoying some really prolonged hot summer weather and thousands of people filled the beaches of Cape Town, South Africa, a man was savaged by a shark at Fish Hoek Beach. This unfortunate swimmer was savaged several times by the shark which kept returning to feed on him according to eyewitnesses; creating the most sensational reporting in the media. For many of us who grew up having watched the spectacular Stephen Spielberg movie “Jaws”; the thought of such a horror makes the blood run cold.

Should this tragedy put visitors off swimming on the beautiful beaches of Cape Town or to have a negative impact on tourism? When you are planning your holiday and choosing your Cape Town, South Africa, holiday accommodation, will you wonder if the beaches are unsafe and that your life may be threatened by an ocean predator?

False Bay abounds with sharks, especially the fearsome great white, but an abundance of prey keeps them far offshore as a rule. In spite of shark encounters having become a popular adventure tourism attraction, shark attacks on Cape Town beaches are relatively rare. Certainly this is the first attack on Fish Hoek beach in recorded history. Although there have been some 17 shark attacks off the Cape Town’s coastline since 2000, only 4 of them were fatal. Since the shark spotter program was introduced, the incidence has decreased significantly. This active shark spotter program began as a community program that started at Muizenberg beach in October 2004. The huge success of the program has shown shark spotting as an effective safety and resulted in funding being provided by WWF through the Table Mountain Fund and the City of Cape Town.

The website of the shark spotters gives the following information about their activities: Shark spotters operate daily from various beaches along the Cape Peninsula every day during the summer season, and swimmers are encouraged to use areas where shark spotters are on duty. When you choose a beach for bathing or surfing, do chose one where you are able to see the shark warning flags and note that these are:

Black Flag: Shark spotter is on duty but the visibility is poor; difficult to determine if there are sharks in the area.Shark Flag (white flag with a black shark on it): A shark is currently in the area. Swimmers are advised to stay out of the water until this flag is lowered and the siren has stopped sounding.

If these measure do not reassure the visitor, this article aims to tell something of the many lovely, walled tidal pools and protected beaches in our Bay, where both children and adults can swim and play without having to keep a wary eye out for any dangers, except perhaps too much sun, because Cape Town, South Africa, has such great summer sunshine.

Just past the popular surfing beach of Muizenberg lies the elite suburb of St James Beach which offers a large, gently sloping tidal pool which is great for children. Here you will find the brightly coloured bathing boxes that characterize so many picture postcards of Cape Town holiday destinations, and will offer you an opportunity to take great holiday snaps.

A larger, deep tidal pool for serious swimming with a smaller one for kids is found at Kalk Bay. This pool is right at the Brass Bell restaurant, famous for its sea food; both formal and casual dining options. Kalk Bay is an enticing little village with its main street lined with galleries, antique and collectible shops and restaurants with quaint Victorian shop fronts. Although there are many restaurants here, there is little more enjoyable than walking through the fishing harbour and standing in a queue with the locals waiting to be served at Kalky’s – said by some to serve the best fish and chips in Cape Town.

Traveling toward Simonstown and Cape Point, past Fish Hoek, is something of a hidden treasure often missed by visitors, which is Glencairn beach. There is a clean sandy beach which is seldom crowded and there is a large tidal pool jutting out from the beach into the sea, making it ideal for children to play and swim in safety. Just opposite the beach you will find the Southern Right hotel where from Fluke’s restaurant you can enjoy good food and spectacular views from the deck across the bay.

The historic Naval Town which is Simonstown, has much to attract the visitor, but here you will find the remarkable safe Seaforth Beach, where a family can spend the day relaxing on the verdant green lawns from which you can look out onto the sandy beach. A little Bay is formed by a number of very large boulders which makes it as protected as if it was a tidal pool and where one can really enjoy swimming in safety. Seaforth restaurant has a reputation for serving good seafood dishes and has a position on the rocks above the water from where you can enjoy a wonderful view to accompany your food.

On the outskirts of Simon’s town on you will find Boulders Beach which has earned an international reputation as the breeding ground of a large population African penguin. This is a beach where one has to pay in order to control numbers and is one of the best and safest swimming beaches in Cape Town. It lies in a small cove and is protected from the wind and sea by giant granite boulders.

Finally, a little further on the road towards Cape point you will find Millers point which is a family friendly recreational area, it has a children’s tidal pool, and many water activities.

There is plenty of choice for extra- safe bathing places, but before you eschew the open beaches, consider the risk involved in swimming in the domain of the shark. Almost every day one gets into a car, and seldom thinks about the risk, yet you are far more likely to be involved in a motoring accident, or even one in your shower at home, than a shark attack. According to the Internet, these are the odds:

Chance of dying from a car accident: 1 in 18,585
Odds of fatally slipping in bath or shower: 1 in 2,232
Chance of dying from a shark attack: 1 in 3 million

Enjoy our beautiful Cape Town beaches – and don’t even contemplate the 3 million to one odds that your day might be spoiled!

Remember too that all of these beaches are conveniently situated to Horizon Holiday Cottages, Noordhoek where one can find affordable Cape Town holiday accommodation.

The town of Knysna is along the Garden Route in South Africa between Mossel Bay and Storms River, the Garden Route runs parallel to a coastline which features lakes, mountains, golden beaches, cliffs and dense indigenous forests.

The Garden Route has a Mediterranean Maritime climate, with moderately hot summers, and mild to chilly winters. It is one of the richest rainfall areas, most of which occurs in the winter months, brought by the humid sea-winds from the Indian ocean.

This natural wonderland is home to the largest and smallest of creatures, from the Knysna seahorse to the Knysna elephants, rare delicate butterflies and the endemic Knysna Loerie, a colourful forest bird. Over 200 species can be found in the abundant fynbos and forest settings. Knysna is also famous for its delectable homegrown oysters, enjoyed with locally brewed beer in quaint pubs and restaurants. An eclectic mix of art galleries showcases the diversity of talent in the area. The area also offers lagoon cruises, forest hikes, golf and adventure sports. A visit to the Knysna Quays is a must.

Any time of the year is good for visiting the area, depending if you enjoy a peaceful retreat during the winter months, or a bustling holiday destination during the summer.

The name Knysna is a Khoi word but it’s uncertain as to its exact meaning. It could mean ‘place of wood’, or it could mean ‘fern leaves’, but its most probable meaning is straight down’ – an obvious reference to the Heads. Knysna Heads must be the most striking geological features along the entire southern African coastline. They flank a deep but potentially treacherous channel through which the sea pours in to flood the wide and breathtakingly pretty lagoon at the mouth of the Knysna River.

Knysna’s history began in the year 1804, the year that saw the arrival of George Rex, rumoured to be the illegitimate son of King George lll. He purchased the estate known as Melkhoutkraal on the shores of the lagoon and moved his entire family and considerable entourage down to Knysna to settle.

Knysna is one of the Southern Cape coast’s best known holiday destinations, situated between lush forests and the shores of the peaceful lagoon – it offers many activities and attractions of a wide variety.

The most well known attraction being the heads – two great sandstone cliffs guarding the mouth of the lagoon which connects the estuary with the sea.

A lookout has been erected on the Eastern Head, commanding spectacular views of the lagoon, Leisure Isle and Knysna. The Western Head is a privately owned nature Reserve – Featherbed Bay. The Knysna Lagoon is one of the few places along the coast and in the world that supports a oyster hatchery. And the Knysna oysters are reputedly among the tastiest in the world.

Millwood House Museum in Queen Street houses material relating to the history of the town, and includes artifacts once owned by George Rex. It was built from yellowwood at the end of the previous century during the gold rush. From Millwood, it was later moved to Knysna.

Knysna has many attractions in the surrounding area as well, one of the most spectacular being the Knysna Forest, which is still evident in many places within the town as well. It is the largest indigenous forest in South Africa comprising of tall and ancient trees of local and exotic species, including stinkwood, yellowwood, blackwood, ironwood, white alders and Cape chestnut. Not forgetting the ferns, creepers and wild flowers which add colour to this endless green collage. The forest is vast and extremely dense in places making it impenetrable.

Animal life is limited to a few small antelope and a large variety of birds, such as the famous Knysna Loerie. Home to the once great herds of Knysna Elephants, it is believed that only one lonely cow remains today.

See more about the Garden Route [http://www.travelinsouthafrica.co.za]

Northern Santa Barbara County, and the California coast beyond, offer tourist attractions worth spending a few days enjoying. There are a number of natural wonders and great tourist stops to be seen driving north from Santa Barbara. This trip is suitable for both couples and families.

Take the San Marcos Pass road as you leave the city of Santa Barbara. This is a breathtaking mountain drive that heads up the side of La Cumbra Peak on Highway 154. Along the way to the highest part of the highway, there are many scenic turnouts for a panoramic view of Santa Barbara, the Channel Islands National Park and the many miles of coastline.

Once over the pass, you’ll drive by Cachuma Lake. This is a state recreation resource for camping and fishing.

Santa Ynez, for which this valley and region are named, is an old California mission town. Here you will find a number of fine art galleries and the county’s fine wineries. Notable celebrity homes here include President Reagan’s ranch and the Neverland retreat of entertainer Michael Jackson.

The quaint community of Solvang is just a few miles west of Santa Ynez on Hwy. 246, just west of Hwy. 101. It is a remarkable replication of an old Danish village, complete with a giant windmill. The town boasts some of the best Danish bakeries and buffet smorgasbords in the country. Spend a few hours here for lunch, and to visit the Scandinavian craft and souvenir shops. You’ll forget, for just a while, that you’re in the heart of Southern California horse and wine country.

The beautiful state beach parks just a few miles north of the city are yet another group of attractions. Leaving town, travel north along the coast on Highway 101. The road today retraces the historic El Camino Real, or King’s Highway. Check out El Capitan, Refugio or Gaviota state beach parks. They offer fishing, camping, and picnic sites on remarkable beaches.

Santa Maria is the next town up the highway. Santa Maria Tri-Tip barbecue is a local tradition. It’s not like anything you’ll find in Texas or other barbecue meccas. This is rubbed and marinated barbecued sirloin roast. It’s sliced thin, and is usually served rare. Typically it is eaten with corn tortillas or on a sandwich bun, and along with Santa Maria’s slow-baked Poquito beans. It’s well worth the stop to try.

Less than half an hour north of Santa Maria is the picturesque seaside town of Pismo Beach. Most of the motels and restaurants are on the ocean side of the highway, set on the cliffs overlooking a view of miles of coastline. Pismo Beach claims to be the world’s clam capital, owing to the unusually large, tasty and abundant Pismo clam. Several versions of clam recipes are available in a number of the local restaurants.

The nearby Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area. It is a 1,500 acre sand dune state park for ATV and 4-wheel vehicles. There are camping and RV facilities available. This is one of the few places in California where driving on the beach is permitted. Bringing folding beach chairs is a good idea.

Continuing north from Pismo Beach, you can drive up the tiny coast road to the town of Morro Bay. It’s a town with a distinctive New England coastal flavor. This is where the Pacific Coast Highway becomes part of the National Scenic Byways Program. Enjoy the road stretch from Morro Bay on the south, along the Big Sur coastline, up to Monterey at the north. Without exaggeration, this is one of the most beautiful and breathtaking roads anywhere in the world.

Exploring the central California coast is a great and affordable journey. There’s no need to forgo travel plans because of today’s high cost of living.

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It was our first wedding anniversary and John and I decided to travel the famous Highway 101 in California. We had never been to California before so we researched the trip thoroughly.

John and I flew into San Diego airport, rented a car and began our journey. California seemed like a paradise to us. The warm, dry climate with beautiful tropical plants and trees. It was simply gorgeous! We felt like we must be close to Heaven!

Later that evening we drove down to a nearby beach and watched the sunset. Afterwards we topped the evening off with a late dinner at a Mexican restaurant. Then we settled into our hotel and planned our trip for the next day.

We woke up early the next morning and had a light hotel breakfast. Afterwards we set out on our trip traveling up the California Coastal Highway known as Highway 101. That particular day was our first wedding anniversary and we were like two young kids again, happy and carefree! We saw the most lovely beaches, and stopped at look out points over the ocean along the highway. To us such beauty and wonder was mesmerizing!

I discovered that California is mostly a desert landscape. It has such history and beauty, with a lovely Hispanic influence.

I felt I could view the ocean for the rest of my life and not tire of it also! It’s lovely blue green waters and aquatic life are beautiful beyond description! The sounds of the ocean are so calming also!

We drove through many famous California towns traveling north on Highway 101. Malibu was just one of the many hip towns along our journey.

Our goal was to drive from San Diego north to San Francisco on Highway101, and stop to sight see along the way. We wanted to film the sun setting over the ocean each night. Of course we were also video taping the lovely inviting beaches and other sights also.

The second night we made it as far as Camarillo, California. We settled into a nice hotel and decided to drive over to a local beach to view the sunset. The map we used showed a couple of beaches about five miles from our hotel, so we started driving towards them. We were in rural orange grove and strawberry field country. It all appeared very nice and peaceful.

We began driving down the main street in a nearby town that supposedly led to the beach. As we drove we saw police doing what appeared to be a drug bust along the side of the street. That was very creepy, seeing people on the ground and being handcuffed with some ominous looking onlookers at the scene. We continued driving a couple of blocks further, and in a separate incident, police cars surrounded a vehicle that had hit a light pole. Police had a man pinned to the ground and were handcuffing other people. The incidents we saw in this small town were so shocking to me that I told my husband let’s just get back to our hotel. That is exactly what we did as soon as we could! We had dinner next door to our hotel that night in a quiet family restaurant.

These two incidents, so close together, on the same street, and in broad daylight, had really made me nervous. Traveling through a new state, new towns, not knowing anyone, or much about the areas we were traveling through. My mental red flags were up, and I suddenly became very apprehensive about our trip!

After a night’s rest we felt refreshed and it was a beautiful day. We hit the road again. The highway led us into the foothills of the mountains for many miles away from the ocean. The scenery was new and different as we drove along. We were once again having a great time, trying to forget the incidents of the previous night.

I could just imagine what it had been like back in the days of the wild west, Indians peeping over a hillside, or cattle being driven along by cowboys. The mountainous, desert, scenery made my mind wonder about the days of old.

Our destination that day was Morro Bay, California. We drove through beautiful Santa Barbara on the way there. We decided it was a city worth stopping at on the way back through to do some sight seeing.

Soon we were back driving along the edge of the ocean once again. That was always our favorite part of the drive. We made it to quaint, lovely, Morro Bay early in the afternoon. We went sight seeing there right away. We saw the famous giant rock formations coming up out of the ocean, and people surfing nearby. The wind was blowing very hard and it was surprisingly cool enough for our jackets. I had had the impression that all of California was sunny and warm. Not true! It is sunny and frigid at times!

We then decided to take a short drive on further north up the coast for a look at some other sights. The scenery became even more beautiful as we drove north. The breakers coming off the ocean onto the beaches were awesome! We saw walrus seals and a beautiful lighthouse. We met some interesting people to visit with at the scenic overlook areas. As we drove north, we saw a heavy fog was rolling in so we didn’t venture any further. We went back to our quaint hotel room and rested a while.

We dined in the harbor at Morro Bay that evening at a wonderful seafood restaurant and met some nice German people sitting at a nearby table. They were touring the west coast on a bus trip. They could not speak much English, but they were very friendly and comical. We communicated regardless of the language barrier.

After souvenir shopping the next morning, we decided that San Francisco was just too far north for these middle aged travelers to go. We decided to slow down a bit and start sight seeing on our way back south toward San Diego on the Highway 101 of course!

Santa Barbara was first on our list of towns to tour on the way back down Highway101. We stopped at the visitor center there and ventured out on the wharf nearby to take in the sights. Of course our video camera was always rolling so we could cherish the scenery for years to come. We met some nice people from California, and we talked a bit about our individual home states. Then my husband and I grabbed a fresh seafood sandwich from a little open air cafe and watched a dolphin swimming near the wharf. Soon it was time to get back on the road and go further south.

My husband was using his new GPS to navigate our routes. John loved the way it took him where he wanted to go. I did not like it because it took us on longer routes to our destinations quite frequently. At times it took us on routes through some derelict neighborhoods

At Santa Barbara we made a wrong turn and found ourselves on a side street just off of the highway. We decided to drive up the block and turn around, to try to get back on the highway. All of a sudden, seemingly out of no where, a large group of Latino men started running at us from the side of the road rushing our vehicle! I started screaming and my husband gunned our vehicle and started on through the crowd of yelling men. They appeared to be very threatening. Somehow my brave husband got us turned around and he sped us out of the situation. As I turned and looked back, the large group of men were shaking their fists and screaming at us. My heart was still racing and I was crying from fear.

We still to this day do not know what that was all about, but it scared me half to death! I immediately got a migraine and my husband and I couldn’t even speak for about ten minutes. We were both out of breath from the shock of the whole ordeal. I was nervous for the rest of our trip in California. After that I began watching the local news at our hotel, and the news media were talking of gangs and gang violence in California as a whole. I was suddenly aware of danger that I had never before expected.

We spent that night in Huntington Beach, California. I didn’t even want to go out to eat dinner. I went to bed early, and I told my husband I was ready to go back to St. Louis!

The next day we took our time and traveled further south. We didn’t stop until we got to La Jolla. We got a nice motel there along the beach and stayed for three nights. We stayed close by the motel, seeing the sights in and near La Jolla. It seemed safe there and the area was very lovely!

I was still shook up from the previous bad experiences, and I stayed close to my husband for safety wherever we went.

The last day of our trip we went to San Diego and toured a battleship. Then we went to Coronado Island sight seeing and had a late lunch over looking the harbor there.

I was very ready to go home the next day when we flew out of San Diego. I said I would never go to California again!

I may eat my words someday and visit northern California. But I would prefer to go there with friends that know the area very well.

I do not know if this was just our bad misfortune or if these frightening incidents happen often to tourists in California and it is just a big, well kept, secret. If you go touring in California or other places near the Mexican border, and out west for that matter, do your homework! Especially on travel safety! Find out everything you possibly can about the levels of crime in the areas you are traveling through. Then learn travel safety precautions and be aware of what to expect. Also prepare for the unexpected!

We have been many other places in a lot of other states, and never experienced this kind of terror or anything close to it that we experienced in California. It was a real adventure in more ways than we ever thought possible!

All in all, we did enjoy the awesome scenery, and brought some good memories along with the bad ones home with us. We had self taught travel experiences that my husband likes to call adventures.

If you are planning to travel, happy trails and safe travels where ever you may go!

Everyone wants to have a career that suits them, and one that makes them happy. There are many things that you can do with your life, but if you become a travel agent, there are so many benefits that you are going to get. If you want to succeed in life, you know that you have to have a job that you can rely on.

Among the many important aspects of getting a good job are factors such as having a job with good benefits, having a job where there is room and possibilities for growth and advancement, and having a job where you can go to work each day and get 100% job satisfaction. If you become a travel agent you can get all of these things. If you become a travel agent you will find that you have a full time job where you are clearly able to get all of the benefits that are awarded to people with full time jobs. Iincluded is health insurance and other insurance policies, and also being able to save for your retirement, which is equally as important. You can also get other benefits as well.

If you become a travel agent you can find that you will simply enjoy your job because you are going to be helping people to make great travel arrangements and get the most out of life. You will find that if you become a travel agent you are going to work in a great atmosphere with other happy people as well. However, the best thing about the chance to become a travel agent is that you have so much room to move upward. You can find yourself in a situation where you can easily work your way from travel agent to owning our own agency. This means more money for you, of course.

See The World

Another great thing you will discover if you become a travel agent is that you are going to be able to do lots of traveling of your own and do it at great rates. If you are able to become a travel agent you can go just about anywhere in the world and you can go there for very little cost. There are almost unlimited benefits to being a travel agent. It is also very easy to become a travel agent. You can apply for a job with a local travel agency and you’ll find that it is very simply get yourself certified so that you can become a licensed travel agent.

Imagine a life where you can help others make great travel arrangements and decisions, and where you are going to be able to actually help people. Not only that, but you’ll find many great things if you become a travel agent. You can travel for free to many places, and if you work in this exciting field you’ll find that not only can you get great discounts for being a travel agent, but that just by being one, you are going to know where the best places are to get great deals on travel.

These are just a few reasons why it is a great idea to become a travel agent. The options are just unlimited: work in your home town, travel to other places, work from your home or even offer travel services on the internet. Regardless of where you go you’ll find that there is a need for this type of job. Whatever you do, make sure not to underestimate the power of being a travel agent. This is a career field that you should think about getting into, especially if you love to travel and if you feel that this can be a great way to spend your life. I mean who wouldn’t want to receive discount flights all around the world?

Greece can satisfy even the most demanding of its visitors. It has beautiful scenery and great man made establishments, it has sea but also mountains, it has archaeological sites and night clubs as well, it has crowded areas but it also has nice and quite places. The best of all is that all these are not far away from each other. I don’t think its an overstatement to say that Greece is a traveler’s paradise.

Where can you find such places.

If you want to find fancy restaurants and Hotels and all the comforts a man can get those are the services every known place has and they are actually difficult to miss. Mykonos, Santorini, Rhodes, Corfu, Crete, Athens, Thessaloniki, Samos are among the most visited destinations in Greece. If you need luxurious accommodations, fancy restaurants, loud music, packed cafes, lots of visitors you can find them here.

Places that are not crowded but still have lot to offer are more difficult to find. There are less services and less money to be gained from visitors and therefore are not heavily promoted. If you are looking for those places don’t ask at your local travel agent. Don’t arrange a Cruise hoping to find them. The are usually very close to the crowded centers but not much is mentioned of them.

Lots of smaller islands that are not heavily advertised, and island satellites to famous ones usually fall under this category and would be ideal places for people that want to explore the alternative Greece. For the sake of the discussion I am going to mention Gaudos, Paxoi, Fournoi, Sifnos, Ikaria, Chios but this is not extensive by any means. These places are usually recommended from people that have already gone there. If you have not had such recommendations then I would advise you to prepare your trip to the most favorable location leaving some room in your schedule for visiting places that the locals will undoubtedly suggest. An inquiry to a local Greek travel agent or a Greek Habitant might reveal some hidden treasures around the area. Keeping in mind the pros and cons presented right after, one can easily recognize such places.

With quiet destinations you avoid the mass tourism and the noise and you enjoy more the nature and the hospitality of people simple and not caught up at the great rush of our times. Nature is purer and the food is fresher and atmosphere is unspoiled and healthier. The prices are cheaper too. One great disadvantage is that such places don’t have many means of transportation to and from them and not to many comforts should be expected when looking for accommodation. Some of them don’t even have air connectivity with mainland Greece. They might have boat or bus connection 3-7 times a week from the near by Town.

Travel off high season

Greeks usually take their summer vacation around the 15th of August that is the biggest festivity in the Orthodox Christian world, commemorating the Assumption of Theotokos (Mary the mother of Jesus). Around these days everything gets very busy with boats running full and extra flights being added and all types of accommodation running at full capacity. These period makes for some very tiresome vacation and I would definitely avoid it if I had the choice. Planning either before or after August is probably the smartest thing one can do when traveling to Greece. You do avoid the headaches and prices are a whole lot different.

Almost all destinations in Greece are connected through Athens, so this gives an opportunity to the traveler to explore the Athenian lifestyle and Acropolis if he/she so chooses. Some alternative routes include Italy which has daily direct boat connections to the Ionian islands and Turkey which has daily boat connectivity to the nearby islands of the Aegean.

Arranging your car rental before hand

Small places usually luck the public transportation of the big and famous cities. Buses usually run not very frequently and planning your excursions around them usually is not an easy chore. The more crowded places will probably have cars booked fully for the high season times. So if you are planning on using a car arranging it ahead of time is always good choice.

Alternative accommodations for rent

If you are not interested in the standard services of a hotel (food, everyday cleaning/towels/sheets pools and restaurants) you can rent villas or homes at cheaper prices. Usually the such places provide a high level of service compared to what you pay for them. Plenty of non Hotel accommodations are spread at all possible places and the go by the names of

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The town of Wilderness is along the Garden Route in South Africa between Mossel Bay and Storms River, the Garden Route runs parallel to a coastline which features lakes, mountains, golden beaches, cliffs and dense indigenous forests.

The Garden Route has a well-developed tourist infrastructure, making the region popular all year round. The pont at Malgas is the only remaining pont in the country, ferrying vehicles and livestock across the Breede River. Whale watching attracts tourists at Witsand and Port Beaufort from June to November.

The climate is wonderful all year round, temperatures hardly ever dropping below 8°C. The average rainfall is around 700mm, spread all year round, meaning that the winters are as warm and sunny as the summertime. Back in the 1800’s, Wilderness was already renowned for it’s hospitality and the natural beauty of the surrounding area.

Back in those days, a small stone farmhouse was the only form of lodging and it was through this that the legend of Wilderness hospitality and goodwill was established. A seaside-boarding house was established in the old farmstead, which was later to become the Karos Wilderness Hotel.

Wilderness is set between the Kaaimans River and the Goukama Nature Reserve, whilst being bordered by the Outeniqua Mountains. Renowned for it tranquil sea and beaches which stretch on forever, Wilderness has become a Internationally sought after holiday resort.

Wilderness is also surrounded by many rivers and natural lakes and lagoons. This makes it a great spot for water sport enthusiasts, who flock there regularly. There is 2500 ha National Park with five rivers, five lakes, two estuaries and 18km of coastline. Wilderness sports many types of wildlife, in particular birds.

Many types of water birds breed here and this makes it ideal for bird-watchers. The many other types of recreation include hiking, dolphin and whale-watching, hang-gliding, paragliding, horse riding, mountain-biking, scenic drives, Wilderness Lakes Art Route, day tours, ferry cruises, angling, boating and other water sports.

Wilderness also has a great number of craftsmen and women in the area. There work is often for sale and the tourist can pick up many bargains at the monthly craft markets, held in the middle and end of the month.

This and many other interesting aspects of the town add to it’s rustic charm. A place that must be visited by any tourist in the Garden Route, it truly is a place of timeless beauty. There are many things to do and see in this small village. The famous “Map of Africa Viewpoint” offers fantastic view of the Kaaimans River Valley and an ocean vista rivaled by few. Another great viewpoint is Dolphin Point which gives a magnificent view of the ocean for miles.

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Estonia is emerging as a strong player in the telecom and electronics sector and is on path of becoming one of the modern market driven economies. Tallinn, the capital of Estonia is a modern city in the Baltic region. Tallinn has a very old history that dates back to 11th century AD and the winding cobbled streets of this town are a reminder of the glorious past. Travelers are very common in the town of Tallinn who flock to see the old town with its defensive walls and fortresses which were at one point of time touted to be one of the best defensive encampments in Europe.

Going down the cobbled winding roads of Tallinn one can witness the Lower town and Tompea Hill which was the aristocratic part of the town of Tallinn.

There are many other sights in the town of Tallinn that travelers frequent. The Tallinn Zoo, Rocca al Mare Tivoli which is the biggest amusement park in Tallinn and the botanical garden in Tallinn are a few of them. The zoo houses a whopping 6,000 animals while the botanical gardens have 8,000 different varieties of flora which come from different parts of the world. There are also temporary exhibits which keep changing over time.

The Kadriorg palace and the Russian Orthodox cathedral by Alexander Nevsky are also traveler’s favorite hotspots in Tallinn. The palace was the summer home of Russian Czar, peter I. it is a pink baroque palace that stands today in the middle of a resort on the seaside. This resort also houses the Estonia art museum which is also the venue for many of the town’s theatrical performances, concerts, receptions and lectures.

The Open Air Museum of Estonia which is in Kopli is a must visit for the traveler too. This museum has preserved ancient buildings of historical importance that have been entirely moved from various parts of Estonia. Haapsalu which is on the west coast of Estonia is a secluded quiet town. You can stay in one of the guest lodges and explore the ancient ruins from the 13th century among other things such as a Gothic cathedral and a castle that supposedly is haunted by a female ghost who only shows herself on full moon nights. The beaches in this town are quiet and calm without the din of the crowds so typical of famous beaches.

On the Estonian southern coast is parnu which saw its first settlement way back in 7500 BC. Walking through the old town, travelers find many interesting sights such as a 17th century mansion, Swedish ramparts and The Red Tower. The Neoclassical Bath house in this town offers great packages for skin rejuvenation through traditional mud baths.

So you just saw that the real Estonia is not just found in the town of Tallinn and that Tallinn is just one of the pieces of the beautiful puzzle that is Estonia. Estonia can be visited any time of the year with summer being the favorite but travelers who would like to witness the Christmas market in Tallinn’s old town should travel to Estonia in December.