beach - Blogs - TheBlackList Pub2024-03-28T14:48:24Zhttps://www.theblacklist.net/profiles/blogs/feed/tag/beachGoa the Ultimate Destination for Memorable Holidays and Tourshttps://www.theblacklist.net/profiles/blogs/goa-the-ultimate-destination-for-memorable-holidays-and-tours2012-05-24T06:17:44.000Z2012-05-24T06:17:44.000ZTom C Thomashttps://www.theblacklist.net/members/TomCThomas<div><p style="text-align:center;" align="justify"><a href="www.goatour.org"><img src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mZS6f96yf9c/T4-c_yBk3bI/AAAAAAAAAIc/S_u39HDWXK8/s1600/Goa+Beach.jpg" height="250" width="450" alt="Goa+Beach.jpg" /></a></p><p>Located along the Konkani Coast in South Western part of India, Goa is a tiny state, with global fame for its scintillating beaches and tourism. It is primarily famous for its beaches but apart from this scintillating attractions, there are so much to soaked in to make the holidays and experience of lifetime.<br /><br />Goa has always attracted tourists from all over the world and no wonder it is mostly known for beach holidays where you can see so many foreign tourists as well as locals from across the country come to enjoy beach holidays and unwind to get relief from the routine life. No wonder the beaches of this charming state offer you wonderful opportunity to enjoy each and every moments with immense pleasure and delights.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.goatour.org/beach-tours.html"><b>Goa Beach Tour</b></a> is one option that is liked and preferred by tourists coming from across the world. Here one can soak in the beauty of the gleaming beaches dotted with swaying coconut and palm trees, taste the delicious and lip smacking sea foods offered in the exotic restaurants and beach resorts, unwind in the glory of the pleasant breeze going for a long walk with your friends and families and take pleasure of the various water sports and activities.<br /><br />Some of the goa beaches that are worth to visit and explore during holidays and tours are Palolem beach, Calangute beach, Varca beach, Anjuna beach, Madgaon beach, Vagator beach, Sinquerim beach, Palolem beach and Dona Paula beach. Thes are some of the exciting and alluring beach destination that offer tourists and vacationers an opportunity to enjoy holidays with immense pleasure and delights.<br /><br /></p><p style="text-align:center;" align="justify"><a href="www.goatour.org"><img src="http://www.goa-tours-india.com/gifs/goa-beach-resorts.jpg" height="250" width="450" alt="goa-beach-resorts.jpg" /></a></p><p>Beside these, on <a href="http://www.goatour.org/goa-trip.html"><b>Goa Trip</b></a> one can enjoy various other wonderful and exciting tours to wildlife parks and sanctuaries, cities, go for boating as well as take pleasure of the various exciting and heart throbbing beach parties. The state also celebrate various colourful fairs and festivals that depicts the rich culture and traditions of the glorious past and present.<br /><br />So if you are really interested to enjoy vacation with ultimate joy and happiness in a ultimate holidaying destination, don’t think beyond Goa, the beach capital of India.<br /><br /><b>To know more you can visit the following link:</b><br /> <br /><a href="http://www.goatour.org/goa-vacations.html"><b>Goa Vacations</b></a> and <a href="http://www.goatour.org/"><b>Goa Honeymoon Tours</b></a>.<br />For more information visit: <a href="http://www.goatour.org/"><b>www.goatour.org</b></a></p></div>Goa the Amazing Beach Hub of Indiahttps://www.theblacklist.net/profiles/blogs/goa-the-amazing-beach-hub-of-india2012-01-12T10:37:53.000Z2012-01-12T10:37:53.000ZTom C Thomashttps://www.theblacklist.net/members/TomCThomas<div><p>Goa is an amazingly alluring and attractive state dotted with palm fringe beaches on the south west region of India. It is the smallest and the most charming beach hub of the beautiful country of India. This small city was once the Portuguese colony which has been isolated from the rest of India for 451 years which has influence the culture and tradition of the state. The state considered to be one of the most peaceful place bountifully bless with picturesque scenery of the beaches and green landscapes. It is hunted by most of the beach lovers and nature thrillers.<br /><br />Goa tourism remains the top mesmerizing tourist beach destination and a hub of tourism in India. The state boost of its capacity to attract huge number of tourist every year during summer vacations. It ranks among the top tourist destinations of India either for its historical wonders or the beaches and carnival excitement. People from across the globe love to visit this particular site for its attractive tourist fascinating spots found in it.<br /><br /><b>Attention-grabbing beaches of Goa are as follow:</b><br /><br /><b>Agonda Beach</b><br /><br />It is an isolated beach quite charming and alluring beach with peaceful ambience filled with the aroma of friendly atmosphere. Agonda beach is a cynosure for all the loners and nature lover people. Sprawling over the golden sand of the beach will dump your tensions, worries and unwind them into the air and gives a stimulating peaceful mind. Sun bath, diving and swimming are the common activities indulge by many tourist visiting in this place. Make sure to experience the activities and rejuvenate life with complete holiday relax.<br /><br /><b>Anjuna Beach</b><br /><br />If you are seeking for the popular nightlife of Goa there is none other beaches more interesting and mesmerizing then the Anjuna beach. It is most popular nightlife beach destination of Goa where unending parties and merriment takes place. Anjuna enjoys multitude of tourist of every color between the peak season of November and February and is the hub of the rave parties of the world.<br /><br /><b>Dona Paula</b><br /><br />It is often considered to be the lover’s paradise in Goa. This beach is famous for its legendary tile that lingers behind its romantic ambience of the blissful nature. The myth attach to the beach has an effective stimulation to every visitor and entice the lovers across the world to experience the true romance exemplified by it. The peaceful and serene nature of the scenery attracts the attention of every visitor and is also a popular place where many clips of Indian movies are taken in it. It has become one of the most sought after tourist beach destination of Goa.<br /><br /> <br />Thus Goa is a wonderful state where you can relish many wonders of nature. <a href="http://www.goatour.org/goa-tours.html"><b>Goa tours</b></a> can also drench you to some of the most enacting sites worth visiting sites such as Mapusa-famous place where people usually enjoy unlimited shopping excitement, Vasco de Gama considered to be one of the most popular port and business center where the Japanese garden called Sada is located and Panaji is the capital city where you will find magnificent Portuguese marvels and is often considered to be the prime historical place of the state. Customerize your travel with the packages offered to you and experience unending excitements pulsating in it.<br /><br /> <br /><b>To know more you can visit on bellow link:</b><br /> <a href="http://www.goatour.org/goa-tourism.html"><b>Goa tourism</b></a> and <a href="http://www.goatour.org/goa-beach-tour.html"><b>Goa Beach Tour</b></a>.</p></div>Explore World’s Best Attractions with Affordable Thailand Packageshttps://www.theblacklist.net/profiles/blogs/explore-world-s-best-attractions-with-affordable-thailand2011-12-01T09:38:07.000Z2011-12-01T09:38:07.000Zkumar pyasahttps://www.theblacklist.net/members/kumarpyasa<div><div style="text-align:justify;">World famous for incredible culture, amazing landscapes and pristine beaches, Thailand is the most visited destination of Southeast Asia visited by tourists within and outside of the world throughout the year. whether looking for family holiday where you can take your family and friends and spend some quality time together or looking for adventure trip or whether wish to experience delicious Thai food, there is no shortage of attractions and enjoyment in Thailand often referred as the ‘Land of Smiles’. Every year thousands and more than it visitors head to this amazing land to spend some beautiful memories and never go back blank but get some thing amazing and remarkable that they can share throughout their life.</div><div style="text-align:justify;"></div><div style="text-align:justify;"><p>Pristine beaches, tropical green forests, refreshing hills and exotic wildlife parks are the few attractions that make this south Asian country so popular among visitors. Apart from this country is speckled with innumerable amazing destinations named as Pattaya, Phuket, Bangkok, Hua Hin, Ayutthaya and many more. Considering tourist’s vacations and values we have designed <a href="http://www.thailandtourism.org.in/"><b>Thailand packages</b></a> in such way which brings top sought attractions and destinations to their visitors and give them unforgettable holidaying experience.</p><p>Apart from its ranges of attractions there are many other things that are equally fascinating such as its exotic food, excellent hotels and warm and hospitable people with smile on their face all the year round. Apart from Thailand culture is extremely unique and incredible and filled with innumerable events and carnivals. It is one such country which reverberates with parties and celebrations throughout the year thus you wont find there quite atmosphere but will feel like great enthusiasm and vigorous. There are so many things to explore and experience during visiting and exploring this exotic land but however it’s not very simple within very short period of time thus we are presenting top sought <a href="http://www.thailandtourism.org.in/tourist-places-in-thailand.html"><b>tourist destination Thailand</b></a> to you as they are listed below.</p><p><b>Phuket:</b> Widely known as the Pearl of the Andaman Sea, Phuket is world’s largest island drawing the attention of many from across the world throughout the year. This southern province is gifted with innumerable attractions such as palm-fringed white beaches, smaller surrounding islands, hospitable people and sea food, delightful turn of the century Sino-Portuguese architecture a lush tropical landscape and many more. Patong, Kata, Karon, Kamala and Nai Harn beach are some of the most popular beaches of Phuket.</p><p><b>Pattaya:</b> Famous for ranges of attractions and exciting nightlife including discos and clubs, Pattaya is the must see place situated on the east coast of the Gulf of Thailand, about 165 km southeast of Bangkok. Apart from Pattaya is also famous for its glorious past and rich tradition and culture draws the attention of many from across the globe. Some of the best attractions of tourist’s interest in Pattaya are The Sanctuary of Truth, The Bottle of Art Museum, Elephant Village and many more.</p><p>Along with several attraction places Thailand beach tours are equally famous among visitors and give them best opportunity to indulge in several adventure activities such as snorkeling, surfing, swimming and many more. Kata beach, Bophut beach, Phra Nang beach, Chaweng beach are the most visited beaches of Thailand.</p><p>Thailand Tourism provides all types of Tours for Thailand. Like <a href="http://www.thailandtourism.org.in/thailand-beaches.html"><b>Thailand beache tours</b></a> and <a href="http://www.thailandtourism.org.in/thailand-nightlife.html"><b>Thailand Nightlife</b></a> . For more information Visit to <a href="http://www.thailandtourism.org.in/"><b>http://www.thailandtourism.org.in</b></a></p></div></div>The Cameroon Lobe Waterfalls, A Wonder to Behold.https://www.theblacklist.net/profiles/blogs/cameroon-lobe-waterfalls2011-08-31T07:30:00.000Z2011-08-31T07:30:00.000ZGlobal Bush Travel and Tourism Ahttps://www.theblacklist.net/members/GlobalBushTravelandTourismA<div><p> </p><p> </p><p> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.globalbushtratour.com/cameroon-tours/cameroon-beach-and-wildlife/">Cameroon Lobe Cascade</a> (the only place in the world where a waterfall enters the <a target="_blank" href="http://www.globalbushtratour.com/cameroon-tours/cameroon-beach-and-wildlife/">Atlantic Ocean through a water Cascade</a>). Beautiful rapid sceneries of the sea and relaxation on the beach. Lunch in a restaurant where you can enjoy fresh sea products. Visit to the Grand Batanga Museum with very varied and<a target="_blank" href="http://www.globalbushtratour.com/cameroon-tours/cameroon-beach-and-wildlife/">diversified artifacts.</a><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}3828528807,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img width="750" src="{{#staticFileLink}}3828528807,original{{/staticFileLink}}" class="align-full" alt="3828528807?profile=original" /></a> </p></div>SCHOOL’S FOUNDER TO WALK FOR AFRICAN-CENTERED EDUCATIONhttps://www.theblacklist.net/profiles/blogs/schools-founder-to-walk-for2009-06-13T15:24:21.000Z2009-06-13T15:24:21.000ZSamuel Burnhamhttps://www.theblacklist.net/members/SamuelBurnham<div>Joseph Littles-NGUZO SABA Charter SchoolJune 11, 2009FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ALL MEDIAFor Further Information Contact:Roger Madison614-855-4428Grace Daley786-253-9496SCHOOL’S FOUNDER TO WALK FOR AFRICAN-CENTERED EDUCATIONFlorida ’s only African-centered public school today announced that its co-founder and current Board Chairman, Amefika D. Geuka will walk from the school to Washington , DC to dramatize the urgent need for African-centered education for children of African descent. Geuka and his colleagues have dubbed this venture a “Trek for African-CenteredEducation,” to be conducted from July 15th through August 15, 2009. In addition to gaining credibility for African-centered education, the walk is expected to raise money to close the funding gap for Geuka’s Joseph Littles-NGUZO SABA Charter School which completed ten years of continuous operation on January 20th of this year. Overall coordination and planning for the walkathon has been contracted to iZania, LLC based in Columbus , Ohio .Geuka’s walk will cover 1,011 miles, with pledges being sought for every mile walked byhim and dozens of expected collaborators along the route. Geuka and surrogate walkers plan to average 33 to 35 miles per day, requiring 10 to 12 hours. Walkers will depart from the school at 5829 Corporate Way in West Palm Beach at 9:00 AM on Wednesday, July 15th, and culminate on or about August 12th with ceremonial stops at the U.S. Department of Education and White House where prepared statements in support of African-centered education will be read. African-centered schools in the nation’s capital will be asked to host a victory rally after the statements have been read.Both President Barack Obama and his Secretary of Education Arne Duncan have spoken strongly in favor of public charter schools, which are designed to explore creative and innovative approaches to educating students who do not fare well in traditional public schools. Geuka and other advocates and practitioners of African-centered education arguethat theirs is the most effective way to encourage children of African descent to aspire to be successful in education and personal development. The African-centered approach to providing a strong cultural foundation for children of African descent is being adopted across the country by school districts, public schools, private schools, and charter schools. This pedagogical approach is gaining acceptance as an important and necessary component in the development of Black children. They draw parallels between the ‘ACE’ approach and the generally accepted contention by Jews and Catholics that their respective students learn best when their formal education is rooted in study and appreciation of their own heritage history, and culture.<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MBzO3SQTyoc&feature=related">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MBzO3SQTyoc&feature=related</a></div>Things to Do in Salvador, Brazilhttps://www.theblacklist.net/profiles/blogs/things-to-do-in-salvador2008-11-24T07:02:56.000Z2008-11-24T07:02:56.000ZEverydayguyhttps://www.theblacklist.net/members/Everydayguy<div><embed wmode="opaque" src="http://blip.tv/play/Adm_dY_ZQQ" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="640" height="390" allowscriptaccess="never" allownetworking="internal"></embed> Things to Do In SalvadorHere are some suggestions for food, nightlife & music, and daytime hangouts in Salvador, Bahia. For a more complete guide with maps and other details, I highly recommend that you purchase a guidebook such as the Lonely Planet Guide for Brazil. Many people have found their guide to be the only one with real substance on Bahia. Also, here's a tip: If you spend US$40 at the Lonely Planet Shop you'll receive free delivery and a free gift.The following is a list of some of my favorite things to do in Salvador.FOOD. Salvador is known for its traditional cuisine which is Bahian food and this style is especially known for its seafood dishes. The traditional dishes include things you can find sold on the street like acarajé, vatapá caruru, cuz cuz, bolinho de estudante, cocada puxa and cocada baianinha. These foods are sold by "Baianas" who are the women that sit in all-white dresses on street corners in Pelourinho (the Historic Center), on the beaches, and in certain specific locations around the city. Some of the most famous makers of Acarajé in the city are located in Rio de Vermelho (Acarajé da Dina ) and Itapua (Acarajé da Sira). I highly recommend trying some of this food while you are in Salvador.Some of my favorite restaurants include (By neighborhood):In Barra:- Barravento. This is one of the only restaurants directly on the water. It is pricey, but the food is excellent, and so is the service. It is worth having at least one meal there.- Caranguejo de Sergipe. This is across the street from the Barravento restaurant that I just described. It is a little bit less expensive, but the food is good, and it often has a lively atmosphere during the afternoon and evening.In Rio de Vermelho:- Mercado do Peixe. This is the "Fish Market" which has several small restaurants next to each other. This place is most happening during the wee hours of the night. Between midnight and sunrise after many other places are closed, this is sometimes the most happening spot in the city. It is a good place for drinks or food, and usually you will find several cars with their hatchbacks open blasting Brazilian music to share with everyone.In Amaralina:- Quatro Rodas (Four Wheels). If you want to try true Bahian "soul food" after hours, this is the place. This place is mostly frequented by locals, who are familiar with the dishes. These are truly traditional Bahian dishes, the kind that people make at home. If you have picky eaters in the group, you might not want to bring them. These are the kind of dishes, but you might enjoy better if you don't ask what's in them. However, their food is delicious and this restaurant is famous. It is essentially a van that pulls up around 9:30 at night, loaded full of larges pots of dishes like feijoada, sarapatel, dobradinho, etc. They pull out chairs and tables and after about 15 minutes they start serving food and drinks. The place stays busy until the wee hours of the morning, because people go there after evening shows and concerts. This place is for the more adventurous tourist.NIGHTLIFE AND MUSIC. Bahian nightlife is rich with music and dance. Some of the best nightlife, especially for tourists, is concentrated in Pelourinho (the Historic Center). I highly recommend spending some time there in the evening. Many of the most popular groups, as well as several other music groups will play in various plazas there throughout the week. Many of the concerts are free. Depending on the location of the Plaza, you can also grab dinner at the same time. There is a tourist office there that is quite informative and they have English speakers. Some of the popular band names today that might play in Pelourinho are Olodum, Motumbá, and Jauperi. However, there will be lots of musicians performing.Ballet Folklorico de Bahia. If you like to see dance performances, I highly recommend the Ballet Folklorico in Pelourinho. The photo at the beginning of this article is of the Ballet Folklorico in performance. I've known some of the dancers for a long time and they are serious professionals. One of the long-running shows worth seeing at the Ballet Folklorico highlights dances of the Orixás around which the religion of Candomblé is centered. It includes a dance in which a dancer spins with flaming bowls and eats fire. It is a very colorful and impressive show.Some other locations for regular nightlife include:- Bohemia Bar in Barra. this bar is much more typical of a bar, you might find in São Paulo, or even in the United States. It is a little pricey, so it tends to host a more upscale Brazilian crowd. There is a dress code, so it you're better to show up in jeans instead of shorts. There are several other restaurants on the same corner with outdoor seating in case you choose to have dinner beforehand. Any taxi driver can find it for you.DAYTIME HANGOUTS. This is a list of things to do during the day including beaches, museums, and shopping.- Mahi Mahi restaurant at Sol Victoria Marina Hotel. This place is next door to my condominium building in Corredor da Vitoria. (By the way, I rent out this fabulous condo when I am not using it). This is a great place to spend an afternoon as an alternative to going to the beach. To use any of the hotel facilities next door, just go there and if anyone asks, tell them you stay next door in my building. Especially If you want to take the ride down the side of the hill to the restaurant/bar on the water (Mahi Mahi Restaurant), they might request that you pay between R$25-R$35 per person up front before you take the tram. If they do, they will give you a voucher for that amount. You will get credit for that amount when you pay your food and drink bill. Just be sure that everyone gives the waiter their vouchers so that they will deduct the amount of the vouchers from the bill. I recommend going early in the afternoon because when you can hang out all day and night after you get your voucher for the day. It is a nice place to kick back, listen to music, sunbathe, and chill for hours.Beaches. I would definitely check out Porto da Barra at least one beach day. It is the closest and the easiest to get to. Because of that, it gets very crowded. As you go in the direction of the airport, the beaches get less crowded and cleaner. If you have time to go to a far away beach, a half hour to an hour drive, go to Praia da Forte or Praia de Flamengo. You can negotiate a price with any taxi driver to take you there and back. Alternatively, you can find a city bus that goes there.Museums. There are several museums in Corredor da Vitoria including the Museum of Geology, the Bahia Museum of Art, and the Carlos Costa Pinto Museum. The hours are not all very standard, so I recommend consulting a tourist guide such as the Lonely Planet Guide for hours and phone numbers.Mercado Modelo. This is one of the best places to buy souvenirs. You can find all kinds of local arts and crafts there. You can also bargain with vendors for the best prices on any local items you can think of like Brazilian hammocks, music CDs, paintings, etc. There is also an interesting exhibit in the basement. The basement was the holding place for slaves brought to Salvador centuries ago. You can find a small stairwell towards the back of the market that will take you down there and I believe the exhibit is still free.Shopping Barra. If you want a more traditional shopping mall, the largest mall in the heart of Salvador is called Shopping Barra. It is where locals go for movies, fashionable clothing, and household goods. However, it is also where you can find a local SIM chip for your GSM cell phone, exchange money, and sometimes buy tickets to shows.Over time, I'm sure I'll add more favorites to my blog, so check out other postings as well. However, you will be doing yourself a favor to going get the Lonely Planet Guide for Brazil. It is useful not only in software, but in all the other locations in Bahia and in Brazil that you might travel to as well.</div>