Why do you need to see the whales in Panama

Did you know that Panama is one of the few places in the world with the migrating humpback whales from the northern and southern hemisphere blessed? Hemisphere humpback whales during migration from the south, from July to October of each year thousands of humpback whales that come to Panama to breed and give birth to what a 99% chance to spend time with them in Pearl Islands, off the coast of Panama City. There is a new guide designed to precisely expeditions whales and create a wonderful life experience wild, whale watching companies Panama.

Pearl is a 20 minute flight from Panama City to Hof, and a world away from the hustle and bustle of the city. There, enter in the shallow waters of the archipelago, humpback whales before birth for the safety and solitude of the islands.

The humpback whale is large and moves up to a length of 12 to 16 m (40-50 feet). It weighs about 36,000 kg (79,000 pounds). Humpback whales often travel up to 25,000 miles per year. While in tropical Panama, humpback whales consume their fat reserves. Their diet consists mostly of krill and small fish. The male whales sing their songs and change each migration season.

Every year thousands of humpback whales are leading the Pacific Coast of Panama. Over a period of four months, from July to October, swimming in the relevant part of their migration waters. This is a great opportunity to go to sea to check the big friendly giant closer. Humpback whales can dive up to 30 minutes but no longer than 15 minutes. Humpback whales can dive (150-210 m) to a depth of 500-700 feet. So no matter what, they were on the surface, so it is ideal for whale watching as they love the shallow waters of the Las Perlas time.

Humpback whales are very acrobatic, often injured by out of the water and then hit the water as they come down. Sometimes turning a failure. Jumps can be used purely for play or can to solve skin parasites or have become a social significance.

Spyhopping is another activity that ventured into the humpback whale's head above water for 30 seconds to have a look around.

Humpback whales also keep her tail out of the water in the air, swinging around and slapped the water surface; This is called lobtailing. It makes a very loud sound hollow. The purpose of the lobtailing is unknown, but may be carried out as a warning to the rest of the sleeve. The humpback whales lobtail more, when the sea rough and stormy. Hitting a flap on the surface of the water is another unexplained hump activity.

Here can you see in Las Perlas, see whales babies and children learn these techniques, as they imitate their mothers and fasteners have. It is truly magical to see!

Best whale watching tours are a mix of inspiration and education. There are so many fascinating facts, stories and secrets about the whales, dolphins, sea life and sea travel - even if you do not see whales - it is a great learning experience.

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Pensions also offer 5 days Whale and Dolphin wisdom in connection with the doctrine of the spiritual aspect of whales and dolphins. Travel with yoga, journaling, meditation, animal communication, energy healing Dolphin, etc.

The Tour has used a number of boats in travel. A sailboat 44 'catamaran for day trips from the city of Panama and the Pearl Islands, or near Isla Coiba used. You can sleep on the boat or stay in a comfortable hotel on the islands of pearls. They also have a yacht 30 'Scarab Sport is fast and can cover a wide range of day trips from the city of Panama Isla Taboga or close all the way to the Pearl Islands. Or a boat glass beads 32 'on the islands. Whales were still below the glass bottom boat to swim!

For more details and information, please visit the website at www.WhaleWatchingPanama.com

Packages include collecting in Panama City, flight to the island of Contadora, accommodation on the beach at The Point Hotel, charter boat every day to see whales, an expert in the interpretation that both guide biology and behavior as well as the spiritual aspect of the whales, and all breakfast and lunch. Prices start at $ 495.00 / person.

Contact:

Ann@whalewatchingtourspanama.com

Family Birding in Panama Canopy

Start your day with a chorus of tropical motmots, toucans and fruitcrows.

Your room is on the top of the trees, no more than 40 meters of birds.

Fresh at the beginning of Panama you can great revival of the rain forest of Panama to feel. Blue and Green Shrike-vireos Cotingas, fleeting usually birds high in the treetops, perch right outside our room Canopy Tower.

A staircase in the dining room, a cup of coffee, juice and muffins are waiting for you. At a table near the window moves with binoculars and field guide practice. About the endless jungle Sovereignty National Park, slide a boat through the Panama Canal. Sing the cries of a troop of monkeys rate of distant birds. With a breathtaking view of comfort, you greet the morning sun. Protected by the open window, nature carries on business in the morning.

Do not worry if you are new to bird watching, it is a great place to start. Dozens of species can be seen from his window, most of them clearly illustrated by excellent bird leads Panama. The Canopy Tower is also ideal for those who have a general interest in the study of tropical jungle. Giant, iridescent blue butterflies wing blinking at you as you drive on the twisting road to the tower. Howler monkeys, the surprise overload with a sudden noise. Each shrub, tree and flower seems to be from the last, what the extraordinary diversity of sovereignty.

Family awarded Canopy has two lodges Birdwatching, Canopy Tower, near the city of Panama in national sovereignty Park and Canopy Lodge, in the hills of El Valle de Anton. Both offer birding world class and unique experience of natural history, led by knowledgeable bilingual guides friendship.

The Canopy Tower offers rooms and an observation deck just meters from the jungle canopy, almost on par with delicacies such as bird toucans, tanagers, honeycreepers and hawks, and looks great in two and three-toed sloths and tamarins and howlers wound Geoffroy, two species of monkeys if not almost impossible this property to see! The Canopy Tower, you can see the historic Route pipeline, probably to visit the very best place for bird watching in Central America, and other sites Birdy.

The Canopy Lodge, set with a terrace overlooking the garden rooms and investors in gardens with a stream, you can make specialties Caribbean slope trips to Gaital Cerro La Mesa, Las Minas and other famous sights. Mist arising from dense foliage of the mountain Cerro Gaital over the creek. Inches from the window of his bedroom is, the cloud forest is raging with early birds life.Fruit, freshly baked cakes and delicious coffee (or tea) in hand, sitting on a terrace surrounded by hummingbirds and tanagers under their breakfast.

Your guide leads birding along a narrow forest path along the stream past a waterfall, then to the cloud forest. The sounds and rewarding for new birds is constant.

At the top, a view of the valley - open - the valley. At the bottom, stirring a waiting conservation Panamanian people. Above the waterfall provides the Canopy Adventure a unique experience of living in the trees.

With suspension bridges on a picturesque creek and offers a breathtaking view, is the waterfall "El Chorro Macho", the signature song of the Canopy Adventure and one of the main attractions of El Valle. In less than an hour to pretty easy to complete this step path, you will be amazed by the complexity of this part of the cloud forests of Panama and amazed at the biodiversity that is at your fingertips.

The casual observer sees trees with a tangle of mosses, ferns, orchids and other climbers branched apparently overloaded loaded to the breaking point.

The attentive observer can a sedentary sloth, monkey jungle tamarind or other mammal to spy running through the brush or descendant of a branch. Morpho butterflies cousins are here for hundreds, each exciting hardcore or passionate butterfly butterfly.

Botanists, many related to the number of species in bloom all year round the track. The main attraction is of course birds. A good pair of binoculars and a camera to supplement your experience with this unique course for the whole family!

With almost too much to do, they are ready to go back for lunch on the deck to check your field guide and add it to the list of birds. This is one of the best tropical bird watching, it is, and it deserves, at least once in their life to live.

The new Eco-Lodge offers comfortable Camp Canopy Tented Safari-style in the heart of the most biodiverse region of Darien in Panama, where macaws, hoccos, jaguars and harpy eagles can be found.

They also have a house has been beautifully restored Canal Zone is our Canopy Bed & Breakfast. It is ideal for families and is within walking distance of Pipeline Road, only 10 minutes from the Canopy Tour.

And of course you can Tyrolean and a nature trail Canopy Adventure, enjoy a few minutes walk from the Canopy Lodge. Both the Canopy Lodge and Canopy Adventure is 2 hours from Panama City.

Come and experience for yourself why Newsweek announced: "Today, a stay at the Canopy Tower is one of the first ecotourism experiences in the world."

Happy Birding!

Play Playhouse

"Off-Broadway in Jackson Hole!"

Is Broadway theater entertainment and good food in beautiful Jackson Hole, Wyoming

Welcome allowed to. . . Ackson J Hole Playhouse Originally built in 1915;! Theatre is the oldest framed building in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. This is a professional theater for family dinner with the best Broadway and musical entertainment for the family on this side of the Rockies! Although the family had an operation for 35 years by Garnicks, this may not seem Eco travel, but evening entertainment and local history, menu, local and organic food, and surrounded by beautiful Jackson Hole seems to fit.

A well-preserved theater seems to be enthusiastically supported by locals and tourists. The sound system and the acoustics are good. The talent of the actors / actresses so far from the lights of Broadway and distinction is exceptional! You are looking for a great family activity night is the place to go. The staff at Jackson Hole Playhouse you feel like a family member, the show is still very entertaining and family! Enter entertained from the moment the theater. This is a stop at a dinner show. Great menu selection and fresh organic food restaurants to eat.

The dinner begins:

The Big Buckin 'Burger third pound of fresh lean meat Lockheart perfection and juicy grilled Legacy Jackson - caramelized onions, bacon, cheddar cheese. The Cowboy Classic American Burger in Classic toast.

Black Sheep Burger fourth transparent lb fire pasilla chile mayonnaise red onion roast lamb served on bread Nanniskadii Adobe (traditional Indian bread)

Wrap the chicken, grilled chicken with lettuce, cheese and oregano cotiio mixed dressed in a flour tortilla.

Or try the local barbecue pork reared tire wrap, spicy pulled pork with red cabbage, pickled jicama all delivered in a flour tortilla.

And there are levels salads, dressed organic salad with candied cactus and Granada walnuts, cranberries, red onion, cilantro and Cotija cheese spicy.

Prices from US Fries St. Anthony cut fries or sweet potato fries Idaho Rexburg ID.

Fry Pan w / honey butter, dipped grilled asparagus local roads corn in butter with spices, if desired. Or grilled lamb on a stick to perfection with mint sauce for dipping tender.

The Saddle Rock Saloon served these drinks source of joy and specialties:
Sarsaparilla
Varieties of root beer
Homemade Lemonade
Apple beer
Beer Huckleberry
Local manufacturing, specialty drinks
House malt shakes
Frost, ice cream and baked delights every day something special.

The Playhouse Theatre production of The Legend of play this summer until the end of September. Paint Your Wagon is a Broadway musical with book and lyrics by Alan J. Lerner and Frederick Loewe musical. The story revolves around a mountain man and his daughter and life continues and the love of people is in a mining camp in the California gold rush. Popular songs from the show are "Wand'rin Star": "I talk to the trees" and "Call the Wind Maria." Not only the caliber of Broadway and Off-Broadway in New York are the same artists, some of them even on the stage in New York, if he does not entertain the audience Jackson Hole.

This type of entertainment, an exciting cultural event not to be taken seriously themselves, while stature in the community very seriously, deserves the continued support of the local population and visitors from near and far join the Playhouse 21 September 7 :. 24:00

Jackson Hole Playhouse Play: The Next Act.

In 100 years, the theater is Jackson's oldest building and is in need of an upgrade another 100 plans for the future will take guest rooms, while West charm remains a state of the art. You have to rent more facilities for residents and visitors for weddings, conventions, meetings and other functions. Jackson Hole Playhouse wrapped a family community, which dates back 30 years. This particular theater has the life of theperformers and customers since the doors opened touches. And they want these doors open for 100 years! Please attend this event and help them achieve their goals!

Join us on an evening of art, free entertainment, theater history, free food, champagne, silent auction and entertainment for the kids!

I obviously strongly recommends that you support this amazing theater in Jackson Hole, Wyoming recommended. You will be thoroughly entertained, educated in the history of theater and block together, have fun and enjoy the local food and drinks.

www.jhplayhouse.com

145 West Deloney, Jackson Hole, WY 83001

307.733.6994

Gamboa Rainforest Resort

Located in the jungles of the mystique of sovereignty National Park, on the banks of the Panama Canal, this is a gem of a jungle resort, the Gamboa Rainforest Resort. This exclusive five-star hotel, where the mouth of the Chagres River meets the Panama Canal and is the only resort in the area.

Here is just a short 30 minutes from the city of Panama, on 340 acres overlooking the magnificent Panama Canal, which can be one with nature in a pristine environment in perfect harmony. Few places in the world offer such a great experience nature and at the same time an unprecedented level of luxury.

Panama Tours provides an exciting variety of adventures in the jungle as Aerial Tram tour boat, fishing trips and much more. The tours are specifically designed to give you experience leaves the possibility of wild animals in their natural habitat splendor amid the thick green jungle.

Gamboa Rainforest Resort is for you as much or as little as you like, as you explore the many treasures of Panama and the Sovereignty National Park to do.

Glide through the jungle in the cable car and the jungle look like monkeys and exotic birds in the forest do.See breathtaking views while you sit comfortably in a Swiss cable car system engineering. Glide gently through the treetops, you will find peace and experience the sounds of the rain forest up close. One of the leaders accompany Gamboa to describe the flora and fauna. The road climbs 1.2 miles up the hill, where you., The opportunity to visit the observation tower After walking the spiral ramp, you will discover a panoramic view:

• The Chagres River
• Panama Canal
• Embera Indian Village
• City Gamboa

Take a cruise on Gatun Lake and explore the lush tropical jungle and watch the big ships that make their way through the Panama Canal. To find in the trees above during the boat trip through the Panama Canal in the wind secret paths to hidden islands where Capuchin and howler monkeys can be seen jumping. Sometimes they are curious and dare to take a closer look at the visitors.

This tour is a unique opportunity to see wildlife in their natural habitat. Some animals can be seen on this tour: lazy for two and three fingers, crocodiles, monkeys and turtles that are native Gatun See.The boat to and from the island via the Panama Canal, giving you the opportunity to drive coast to coastal side for large container ships from all over the world.

Take a field trip for bird watching, the sovereign National Park is regarded as one of the most accessible for bird watching and wildlife viewing areas in Central America. You can visit the Rainforest Discovery Center and the observation tower and explore the nature trails near birds, insects, flora and fauna. Ornithologists lovers can also along the prestigious route of the pipeline, which is famous for its bird friends from high yield of birds is to fly. It is one of the best places in America to tropical birds, over 400 species!

Panama Rainforest Discovery Center, near the resort, Gamboa is an eco-tourism and environmental education project of BirdLife Eugene Eisenmann, non-profit foundation whose mission is the conservation of birds through sustainability initiatives, environmental administered. The Discovery Center is 1.2 km worth of trails packed by the forest, for easy mobility of stone and wood platforms. The paths that lead to the observation tower, and a small lake Calamito viewing platforms with benches for resting. Also, if you wish to extend your walk, you can get 2 miles from the entrance of the pipeline route from the visitor center (2.2 miles) walk, or you can continue on pipeline road four kilometers of public roads Sovereignty National Park.

The other interesting thing is the scientific projects currently in the Panama Rainforest Discovery Center (funded by the Foundation avifauna) are:

1. Panama. Observation Tower, a channel for the migration of birds of prey is one of the most important points in the Raptors Ocean Ocean Count, who organized annually by the Panama Audubon Society, is performed. From October 1-15th November guides and volunteer records Hawks, vultures and other birds of prey day 7: 00-5: 12.00 ..
2. Monitoring of migratory birds (MOSI): In Panama Rainforest Discovery MOSI (Monitoring winter survival) in fishing nets from November to March. The station belongs to a network of stations throughout Mesoamerica studying the transit of birds migrate to the southern United States.
3. Weather station and measuring carbon sequestration at the Technical University of Panama: four weather stations are at different locations and the heights of the jungle, measure data such as temperature, humidity and rainfall. Furthermore, it is not a periodic measurement of the amount of carbon to produce the bottom and leaves of trees, the deposition and oxygen. This survey is from the Department of Hydrometeorology Tech University, with faculty and students.
4. Bird monitoring with the University of Panama: The Museum of eddy Biology, Faculty of weekly monitoring birds living in the jungles of Panama Rainforest Discovery Center and the surrounding area.
5. Studies on the conservation status of the green macaw in Panama: there are records of the 1970s, the existence of green macaws in the Pipeline Road. Scientists are studying the feasibility of a possible reintroduction while studying green macaws in Cerro Hoya and elsewhere in Panama and Darien and Bocas del Toro.

In the Panama Canal located for some of the best fishing in Panama freshwater, kayak the historic Chagres or discover the wonders of the mysterious night river safari adventure.

Spend a few days exploring and hiking in the woods or relax in the Sensory Spa by Clarins. The full-service spa offers exclusive products and treatments for relaxation.

The resort has several restaurants for your dining pleasure. Each offers a beautiful view as the backdrop for world-class cuisine, prepared by our team of renowned chefs.

So ES Gamboa!

Agro-Tourism in Panama

Only about 1 1/2 south of David, Panama, La Isleta is a family Agroturistica Castrellón family in the province of Pontevedra in Spain, the livestock of the Andalusian origin, from the colonial period, when the Spaniards first arrived here.

They were pioneers in growing what is now the province of Chiriqui in the Republic of Panama. The Castrellón were farmers for centuries. Because their homeland deserted, they were proud of the growth of the sample homegrown organic lean beef.

The Isleta offers tourists the opportunity to stay and work on their farms, and sometimes participate in the transport of livestock, feed the calves and watch the Cowboys lead the flock at night.

Agro-tourism is a growing industry in Panama and is so broadly defined around the world. Granja, means any operation or activity is based on agriculture, which takes visitors to a farm or ranch. Agritourism has different definitions in different parts of the world, and sometimes refers specifically to farm, but agritourism includes a variety of activities, such as buying the direct production of a farm stand, a maze to navigate feed corn, fruit crops, animals, or just stay and watch from a cabin on a farm.

The small farm Center, University of California, "Agricultural tourism or agritourism, is one alternative for improving the incomes and potential economic viability of small farms and rural communities."

In a time when we are eager to know more about the place, and that is our food comes from, it's a chance to see and some of it first hand. The people more interested in how their food is produced. You want to meet with farmers and processors and to talk to them about what happened in the food production. For many people, the businesses, especially to visit children, the visit is the first time they see the source of their food, whether a dairy cow, an ear of wheat growing in a field, or an apple, you can select the correct tree.

Farmers and ranchers used this interest to develop traffic to your farm or ranch, and concern for the quality of products, and knowledgeable about their products.

La Isleta was my first experience with the Panamanian Agroturistica style, and I must say that I was more than surprised. Upon entering the cafe, where the brothers are server head and sitting at home. The houses that grown vegetables and fresh fish caught in the morning were fine with dill and rosemary spiced beautiful garden. It was a real gourmet taste of Panamanian the middle of nowhere, apparently. But the dessert was even better since I have my glass of Chilean white wine, music began from the kitchen and took the head in her apron, and her bright eyes ... and then, to my surprise, he began to sing! To Opera to be exact! And he was nice, he poured his heart into this song, in the food and the passion to keep the family farm alive.

Then I took a walk through the mangroves, where high water, you can take a boat or kayak to the mouth of the Pacific. Birds of all kinds came to the edge of the mangroves and the water level rose slowly, as the sun went down.

Cattle came in the night, and cries Jeans reflected in water. I went to my cabin on pasture, where I sit and graze these peaceful creatures perched.

In ecotourism, the thinking not always recovered in a very friendly environment, but the reality is that these people were breeding, conservation and care of their life legacy here in this piece Panamanian soil for more than two centuries. His heart and soul lives in what they do and how they serve their food. I suggest that we take a moment and see who, what and where our food comes from From when La Isleta undoubtedly love. I

La Isleta

Address: Remedios, Chiriqui.

Phone: (507) 6402-9600

Web Www.laisletaguabala.com

E-mail laisletaguabala@hotmail.com

If you are in Panama, take time to visit La Isleta to eat for a night or for a bite.
Be sure to ask the opera for dessert! La Isleta is only 5 minutes after the Sentinel in the Santa Lucia River located coming the city of Panama and Santiago, David, which is about 10 minutes after entering Las Lajas Beach to form. Really worth it, if only to prove the divine garden herbs.

Hydration mocks Eco-Travel!

Traveling this summer is a great adventure, but the summer is coming with heat, and with the heat and the sun comes the risk of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. If you ever travel to tropical countries - there is a greater risk that our bodies and are not on the humidity and temperatures.

Heat stroke is when a person experiences fatigue (extreme tiredness) after a drop in blood pressure and blood volume. It is characterized by a loss of fluids and salts of the body after the heat over a long period causes exposed.

Heat stroke is more serious than heat stroke affection. It occurs when the body temperature is extremely dangerous due to excessive heat. The body can cool and warm.

Staying hydrated is important to have a large key eco-advenuture, and avoid these health problems induced by heat, no matter where you are. As a "green" rating, the remarkable uses the amount of plastic bottles abroad hydration, since it is difficult to know whether the water is safe to drink if it is in a sealed container, so the big question is - how can the environment-conscious To avoid this dilemma?

Here are some tips that pretty easy when you are ready.

Cooking

The old way still works. Boil to kill clean water, what can be hidden, but not intrusive and certainly plan to stay in the city or someone on a recent holiday tourists suitable. But electric water heater is not a bad investment, and also very useful if you want coffee or tea in the room.

Tablets

Another way is to purify water for iodine tablets. Unfortunately, they have a taste most people are terrible and not for long-term use is recommended. The tablets or similar resins include disinfectants release request, with less iodine. These tablets use ions to attack every cell, is the creation of water "is microbiologically pure." These can be purchased online or at any camping supply store.

UV cleaning

This is by far the simplest way to zap error in the aquatic environment. These devices are battery operated and literally DNA or shine "zap germs", so that microbes can not reproduce, making them less dangerous. However, there is concern that some pathogens are not sensitive to certain UV rays.

Filtration

By far the most successful way of water purification filters to ensure that it is not on the water, without taste or require long waiting time. At least in relation to the water - It is used in combination with iodine tablets with water, even in hazardous areas you can be sure. Make sure that you know how to use the filter and is reliable!

Get a stainless steel water bottle, and select an option that best to moisturize for you and your goal and do not forget, and be careful with the following symptoms:

Symptoms of heat exhaustion / stroke:

• Throbbing headache
• Dizziness or lightheadedness
• The absence of sweating despite the heat
• Red, hot and dry skin
• Muscle cramps or weakness
• Nausea and vomiting
• Fast heartbeat; either strong or weak
• Rapid and shallow breathing
• Behavior changes: confusion, disorientation
• Foreclosures (caution with diabetics and epileptics)
• Unconsciousness

To avoid heat stroke and exhaustion prevention tips:

• Do not wear tight clothes or too dark. Space for air and wear bright colors keeps you cool.
• Drink plenty of water. You sweat when hot. This is the way the body regulates temperature. Drink more water! Did I mention water?
• Be sure to drink plenty of cold drinks in hot weather, but avoid caffeine and alcohol.
• Eat cold foods such as salads and fruit that have a high water content.
• Spraying water on the skin or put a damp cloth on the back of the neck will help cool
• Taking medication? Check contraindications to exposure to the sun!
• Take it easy during the hottest hours of the day, find a breeze, and some you shade.If leave when it's hot, make sure to apply sunscreen, wear remain a hat and sunglasses in shaded areas when possible .
• NOTHING to do physical for his early days there, getting used to the air for the first time - you can adapt to your body and do not be surprised.

Take your new stainless steel water bottle, filled to the brim with beer cleaned his house, a hat, sunscreen and get out and enjoy the magic Sunshine- just please be careful and prepared. Whatever you is your summer adventures or where you can be sure that you are ready, the things that are handled have come to his unexpected encounter.

Wildlife Expeditions of Teton Science Schools

Has Wildlife Expeditions of Teton Science Schools in Wyoming a well-deserved reputation as a leader of exceptional safari travel and location of wildlife in the desert and around Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. When Jackson Hole, original safari provider and the oldest in Wyoming, offers educational safaris throughout the year in a natural environment of great beauty that are fun for the whole family. Know the nature guide, where moose, elk, bison / buffalo, pronghorn antelope, bighorn sheep, mule deer, wolves, grizzly bears, black bears, hawks, eagles, osprey and other wildlife to see.

Grand Teton Expeditions

Located in northwestern Wyoming, Grand Teton National Park preserves a beautiful landscape rich with majestic mountains, pristine lakes and extraordinary wildlife. The steep slope of jagged Teton Range Unlike the valleys and lakes with sage glaciers covered to give the habitat for some of the most spectacular species in the country. t seems that wildlife is never far away in the Grand Teton National Park. In the high mountains, the yellow-bellied marmot he whistles a warning and a golden eagle soars above. To search for insect larvae, a black bear a twisted jaw ripped rotten newspaper. In the valley, a herd of bison graze like a coyote trotting through the sagebrush, looking for a meal. Along the Snake River, an osprey dive into the water far greenhouses cutthroat increases. In a nearby field, a moose on the tender shoots of the willows that grow in the water-rich environment.

Care and shape the environment in which they allowed to survive; are also connected to each other. Some of these relationships are obvious, while others much less. These relationships and connections cross the boundaries of the park. 310,000 acres of the Grand Teton National Park is located in the heart of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. The Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem includes over twenty million acres and is left as one of the few almost intact temperate ecosystems on earth. Animals that live This vast region in Grand Teton National Park, depends on survival, migration and living in different areas, depending on the season.
Provide biologists charming, educational safaris to experience the Grand Teton National Park at its finest. Private tours are available for most tours available for a fee.

Yellowstone Expeditions

Yellowstone National Park is America's first national park, established in 1872, among its many treasures are the famous Old Faithful geyser and inspiring Grand Canyon of Yellowstone. The park is also known for its features, world-class assets geological fly fishing and numerous large mammals. Wildlife Expeditions offers excellent opportunities for wildlife observation and interpretation of natural history in the Yellowstone National Park. Private tours are available for most safaris for a fee.

Shipments H iking

Wildlife Expeditions is proud to Forest offer hiking adventures in the Bridger Teton National. Since the beginning of July we are walking safaris offer for visitors about the wildlife biologists and wildflowers in Jackson Hole to learn. Over 1,000 species of vascular plants grow in Grand Teton National Park and its surroundings. Soil conditions, moisture availability, slope, aspect and height to determine where all the plants grow. Plants require similar conditions are most frequently in the same area. These associations are diverse plant communities. It is useful to divide the plants of Grand Teton National Park in the following communities: sagebrush flats, riparian corridors, wetlands, forests and alpine areas.

The valley of Jackson Hole are loose rocky soil, the water can seep through easily. The big green leaf silver sagebrush covered valley. Although at first glance it seems that only the wise grows on the flats, this area is very diverse.

Moisture-loving plants find suitable growth conditions along the Snake River, its tributaries and other wetlands. Poplars and willows narrow leaves that grow in wetlands, grow along the streams, the light green ribbons through the countryside. Wet meadows appropriate precautions, grasses, sedges and wildflowers conditions.

Called gorges, mountains and ridges of glacial debris, moraines contain soils, the moisture can contain. These conditions allow the growth of trees. Conifers dominate these areas, dark green tracks.

Wildlife and wildflowers Hiking:

This experience of a day begins at dawn one morning in the spring of Wild Life Tour in Grand Teton National Park. At the end of the morning you will reach the historic Kelly Campus of Teton Science Schools. Then you can enjoy a picnic style lunch in Grand Teton National Park. After lunch, I went on the trail of the Coyote rock. This hike gains about 500 meters, the total distance is about 4-5 km.

USA Today, the TSS Safari selects followed wolves and bears in Yellowstone, one of the ten amazing adventure around the world.

"When I was on a safari in Africa, I do not really know what to expect a" safari of America "This experience has brought my greatest hope ... I recommend 3 days Wildlife Expedition Teton Science Schools, all experience that Yellowstone and Grand can offer Teton. "

- Pris, Arlington, Texas, USA, June 2014

"[The TSS Discover the Safari] is fantastic. Guides are highly qualified expert geologists and biologists in the environmental sciences., You are so well informed and know exactly where you take in the park to full range of wild animals that you would expect".

- Fiona, Epsom, UK, June 2014

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Yellowstone Snow Coach

In my view, there is no more magical place to Yellowstone in winter. And I should know, I grew up 5 miles from the entrance to the park in Wyoming. Yellowstone is the oldest national park, most of tourists examined in the summer months, but the Wonderland Winter Wonderland comes to life here in the coldest months of the year. With peaks covered by snow and ice crystals sparkling air covered, looks like an enchanted wonderland with white fairy dust covered. The best way to explore this fascinating park in these months of cold to see the snow-coach.

Well, even if it does not seem to go the eco-friendly way, the Grand Teton National Park, Division of Science and Resource Management has been monitoring both the emission of pollution snow coaches and snowmobiles was noise / sound of the early 1970 The main objective of this work to determine the impact of vehicles on snow in the natural soundscape and the habitats of Yellowstone in winter. By reducing the number of snowmobiles and snow coaches in the park, emissions and noise pollution has declined substantially in the last 10 years. Now, groups of seven guided snowmobile and snow coach tours are the only way to see Yellowstone in winter. By to share the journey with six other passengers, you are reducing the impact of emissions in the park and with the right company the adventure.

This snow coach Yellowstone expedition begins with a morning pick up in Jackson Hole by Triangle C Ranch is a family owned and operated ranch, the current Yellowstone was winter trips in the last 25 years. You go first through the Grand Teton National Park, in the shadow of the rocky peaks of the southern entrance of Yellowstone frosty morning. Chomp Moose on a breakfast of red sauce on the banks of the Snake River frost, snow coach house at the bottom of the world's largest active volcano.

Snowy Continental Divide crosses Old Faithful (or the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, you can select the destination) explore bubbling mud pots, steam geysers and wildlife of the first National Park. Bison shook his shaggy mane in snow banks, undermines the hidden bits of grass, like a bald eagle circles above, in search of an evil being who may have been victims of this harsh climate. Elk herds are pushing around the geyser basin, enjoying the warmth that provides underground volcano. You can find a place in this frozen land that offers little comfort to those cold days. Buffalo, elk, deer and wolves are just some of the animals you see in your snow tour bus, so it is a must for photo enthusiasts and nature lovers.

The best, however, is your local leader in this country in the bone, and can be filled with the biology, ecology and lore- Bergmann and all from the comfort of a heated ski tour. No need to suffer in order to get your fix freezing winter experience. Through the window, wildlife, geothermal energy and magic of survival and beauty unfolds as if a natural history film.

Nothing is as spectacular as seeing the crystalline park in all its glory, is an eco-adventure that you and your family will always remember, You are the moonlight of the return to the hotel full of stories and photos of your shipment Wildlife Yellowstone Winter Wonderland to be.

Guided tours are available from 17 December to 13 March, depending on snow conditions in Yellowstone. Ideal for people of all ages. The price includes pick up and drop from Jackson Snow lunch and taxes. Triangle C Ranch Contact @ trianglec.com or (307)455-2225 for information and reservations.

What is ecotourism and why should I go ...

What is Ecotourism?
Ecotourism is defined as "responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and improves the well-being of local people." (TIES, 1990)
Ecotourism is the union of nature conservation, communities and sustainable tourism.

Why travel Eco-Friendly?
For what? Because their travel choices make a difference. By choosing sustainable enterprises - support the people and businesses to conserve natural resources, protection of plants and wildlife, and contribute to the well-being of local communities. This is the gateway to the conservation of places, creatures and people EcoTravelers future. Often do not have the impact that we as travelers, as it is "our" time one should think a vacation to go. Little attention has been taken in the past, as we enjoy our holiday, while maintaining and even help the places we have visited. But now is a booming ecotourism industry in the world! With a little research you plan your next trip, you can make a difference as they travel. Nothing better than enjoying the planet, and to know that you help to make it better!

What is sustainable tourism?
Sustainable tourism businesses are those that are profitable, the conservation of natural resources and local communities benefit. Examples of BMPs include water conservation and energy projects to support for population protection, recycling and waste management, and product offerings in restaurants and souvenir shops, and support of indigenous and local communities, local production. Set Sustainable Company Employees also to nearby towns to pay them a decent wage, and additional training.

As you can see the difference?

Research: Before you go, take your time to see the options available to your destination. Some of the best places for ecotourism are not the first that we can find, but with a little research you will find your "eco-gem"
In the hotel: Ask about environmental policies and practices. It means the hotel project development or maintenance of the community? Even large chains now fall in an ecologically and environmentally.
Language: Learn a few words of the local language and use them! Do not be afraid if your pronociation might not be perfect, the fact that his essay makes a big difference.
Colour: Learn more about local conventions and dress accordingly. In many countries, modest dress is important, and if we be as travelers, wearing swimwear on the town or dinner, many places out of the ordinary for this lack of respect will be used, and for travelers wife can send the wrong signal.
Behavior: Be respectful of local citizens' privacy. Ask permission before entering the premises, houses, private or holy land. As a visitor, you must realize that the people live, work and stay alive in the place where you are on holiday. It's your party, but her life.
Photos: Be sensitive to when and where to take the photos / video of the people. Always ask first, and if they pay realized that this is the way they make their living!
Environment: Respect the environment. Never touch or harass wildlife. Always follow designated trails. Keep noise as you are in the national parks or areas of the animals. Keep your distance. Supported by the payment receipt conservation parks and reserves or a donation fee.
Wildlife and forest products: Never purchase crafts, clothing, furniture or other products of animal or plant protected or endangered derived. In many countries it is illegal to carry these products at home, and you do not have all the customs problems!
Pay a fair price: Not overly aggressive bargaining for souvenirs in not. Do not short-change not counseling services. If you ask before leaving the hotel or do a search, you should be able to find more or less the price of souvenirs and beach-switched local error.
Buy Local: Select lodges and hotels locally owned. Use local buses, car rentals and airlines. Eating in local restaurants, shopping in local markets and events and events. Not only will you get a real taste of course, you are the people to help make the very unique place!
Hire local guides: Enrich your experience and support the local economy. , To ask the guides if they are licensed and live. They are recommended by tour operators? The best place to entertain in your hotel and look forward simultaneously online.

Some countries have their own certification programs for ecotourism. Costa Rica, for example, the work on the certification program for sustainable tourism (CST), the to the effect that companies should compensate on the local environment. CSE program focuses on the interaction of the company with the natural and cultural resources, improving the quality of life of the local population and the economic contribution to other national development programs. Other countries have this way, with a little research you can make sure that you followed to contribute to the sustainability of the country you are visiting.

Minimize the impact and awareness of the environment, Eco travel, can provide direct financial benefits for conservation and local communities, and helps to preserve this experience for future generations.

Costa Verde Bed and Breakfast is the answer ...

One type of problem that it, something affordable, green and given things on first landing in a foreign country site to find is overlooking Eco-travelers. Cities are not known for the center of ecotourism, but I found it - with peace and comfort, right in San José, Costa Rica - a bed and breakfast near the city, but all the traffic and crowds.

A charming detached cottage, where you can enjoy the lush tropical gardens, swim in the pool, sunbathe on the terrace, walks in the surrounding mountains or relax in the hot tub ... is a little paradise called Costa Verde Inn.

Enjoy the fresh and cool mountain as the day with a delicious healthy breakfast on the garden terrace air. The grounds are beautiful, swaying with hibiscus flowers and palm fringed and the smell of roasted coffee floating in the breeze. Breakfast is served on the terrace by the pool, and the breakfast is fantastic - fresh local watermelon, star fruit, bananas, rice and beans (a specialty of Costa Rica called Gallo Pinto) wholemeal bread (It is a vegan paradise !!) and Bio grade eggs cooked the way you want, plenty of fresh coffee Costa Rica and even a selection of teas. The best part of the delicious food? Tico delicious breakfast is included in the room rate.

The low temperature of the high mountains no need for air conditioning, but also a good transition for those coming from colder climates, before you are in the heat of the coast.

The rooms are harvested with local art and wood sustainably feels like in a tropical hut are decorated. Open full size beds, spacious rooms and all the windows to let the breeze sweet Tica night. Costa Verde Inn has created a cozy space in a metropolitan area, with plenty of parking and access to the rest of the city.

At night, relax in front of the fireplace in the living room and admire the many maps of the topography of Costa Rica that covers the tables. Large chandelier dominating from old wine bottles produced, and add a funky charm in the glow of the fire on deck. Wine, beer and soft drinks are sold, but there is a restaurant after breakfast. That is, the rooms have a kitchenette with fridge, stove, or you can order from a delivery service, if you do not want to go to food. Located 5-10 minutes, you can find food from sushi to Cuba, or just the head of a local beer and soda for a married Ticos.

The hotel is within walking distance of downtown Escazu, just 20 minutes from San Jose and the airport, the Costa Verde Inn is the perfect place to enjoy the quiet countryside location in the mountains just outside the Capital - a good basis, after landing in San Jose, where you a fascinating day, where staff will be happy to arrange for you to enjoy hiking and adventure.

Costa Rica was the home of the host for 26 years. They use their years of experience to plan your visit and make your Costa Rica home away from home. Employees can from the airport (if required) to ensure the transfer; good advice, if you go to Costa Rica for the first time. Samuel organize a safe driver, the wait is to start an adventure in Costa Rica for you. The staff is friendly, cheerful and understanding of the Eco Traveler and offer very competitive prices on top of everything.

Discover the Costa Verde Inn http://www.costaverdeinn.com, and do not forget to say Vanessa sent!

In the tradition of Costa Rica, Costa Verde Inn, they can honestly say: My house is your house ... / My house is your house ...

Day Eco-Park local park!

Sometimes you go and eco-travel can only be a day in the park. Whether in your own city or while traveling in an urban area, you do not have to leave the city to enjoy the benefits of appeasement, time with family and friends (or a moment of silence for you) in the spending nature.

During my travels, I always try to leave a public park in the city. It is the best place to get an idea of the community to breathe some fresh air, exercise and see a bit of green.

According to APA. "People enjoy the time they spend in the parks of the city, either walking a dog, playing basketball or a picnic Besides these facilities, the recovery is expected, may also parks offer benefits health, a direct contact with nature and a cleaner environment, opportunities for physical activity and social interaction offer ... "

Our city parks are important to our social health and the physical environment.

Parks provide people with nature, known and lend improve welfare some health benefits. To improve opportunities for physical activity in the parks fitness and reduce obesity. Resources parks can reduce the climate, air, and the impact of water pollution on public health.

Take your water bottle, fill a basket with organic picnic and head to the next to enjoy the warm summer days more green space (and do not forget your sunscreen!) My favorite sunscreen ment as natural garden sun goddess, a mineral sunscreen rated annual suns guide to the Environmental Working Group.

My great picnic lunch consisting of:

If only the lunch, and it does not fit the bill, find a fun to play free game, here are some ideas from the old days, which are always fun with family and friends!

• Red Rover - lined up in two rows facing each other, hands and call the people running to the other side to try to break his hands.
• Capture the Flag - you have banners and ribbons and two balls.
• Dodgeball - always a favorite family fun! You need a flexible balloon
• Hideaway - the old classics
• TAG your heart rate!
• Frisbee - Ultimate or regular?
• Football - It's the season of World Cup (also known as soccer)
• The red light / green light
• Freeze Tag

In fact, recent research suggests that exercise is effective - resulting in more confidence, and alleviating anxiety and depression - when in natural surroundings such as parks, rather than along urban roads is done (Bodin and Hartig, 2003). The opportunity for the "green movement" so-called is important for the city parks offer active.

If you are here in one of these urban environments, some of my favorite choices City Park:

Central Park, Manhattan, New York, the city park be best known in the world. Central Park is a green oasis in the center of Manhattan. Attractions the Central Park Zoo, Strawberry Fields, the Boathouse Restaurant and concerts belongs outdoor Summer Stage. You can always find a little green for you, even on the busiest days.

Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, California, USA, the highest-ranking city in terms of the services of public parks. This park has it all, and a perfect retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Washington Park, Portland, Oregon has a zoo, several museums, arboretum, garden, Japanese garden, amphi-theater, archery, tennis and more pink, Washington Park Portland, an oasis in the air one of the top five countries healthier cities.

Balboa Park, San Diego, California, playing for a day and sunbathing in the park of 1,200 acres, home to the famous San Diego Zoo. If you are interested in making the most of the attractions sure to buy Balboa pass.

Griffith Park, Los Angeles, California is west of the Golden State Freeway (I-5), roughly between Los Feliz Boulevard in the south and the Ventura Freeway (SR 134) north.

Lincoln Park Conservatory in Chicago, Illinois, you can take a trip to the Lincoln Park Conservatory, with palms and ferns in the old heart of Lincoln Park.

Detroit Metropolitan St. Clare Lake Beach, Illinois has a range of a mile promenade 1600 meters offers a magnificent view of the Lake St. Clair. The recreation center 770 acres is ideal for fishing and picnic - not to mention swimming in the Olympic size pool.

If you are lucky, in a place with more green space or state park, head, hiking, but be sure you bring your leadership is for the birds, plants or animals, so that you can see the locals that occur.

Whatever the Park, the head is not an order-Eco weekend for all ages and cost almost nothing. Support from the community parks as much as you can! Are you, your family and your friends and your planet benefits.

Why do you need to see the whales in Panama

Did you know that Panama is one of the few places in the world with the migrating humpback whales from the northern and southern hemisphere blessed? Hemisphere humpback whales during migration from the south, from July to October of each year thousands of humpback whales that come to Panama to breed and give birth to what a 99% chance to spend time with them in Pearl Islands, off the coast of Panama City. There is a new guide designed to precisely expeditions whales and create a wonderful life experience wild, whale watching companies Panama.

Pearl is a 20 minute flight from Panama City to Hof, and a world away from the hustle and bustle of the city. There, enter in the shallow waters of the archipelago, humpback whales before birth for the safety and solitude of the islands.

The humpback whale is large and moves up to a length of 12 to 16 m (40-50 feet). It weighs about 36,000 kg (79,000 pounds). Humpback whales often travel up to 25,000 miles per year. While in tropical Panama, humpback whales consume their fat reserves. Their diet consists mostly of krill and small fish. The male whales sing their songs and change each migration season.

Every year thousands of humpback whales are leading the Pacific Coast of Panama. Over a period of four months, from July to October, swimming in the relevant part of their migration waters. This is a great opportunity to go to sea to check the big friendly giant closer. Humpback whales can dive up to 30 minutes but no longer than 15 minutes. Humpback whales can dive (150-210 m) to a depth of 500-700 feet. So no matter what, they were on the surface, so it is ideal for whale watching as they love the shallow waters of the Las Perlas time.

Humpback whales are very acrobatic, often injured by out of the water and then hit the water as they come down. Sometimes turning a failure. Jumps can be used purely for play or can to solve skin parasites or have become a social significance.

Spyhopping is another activity that ventured into the humpback whale's head above water for 30 seconds to have a look around.

Humpback whales also keep her tail out of the water in the air, swinging around and slapped the water surface; This is called lobtailing. It makes a very loud sound hollow. The purpose of the lobtailing is unknown, but may be carried out as a warning to the rest of the sleeve. The humpback whales lobtail more, when the sea rough and stormy. Hitting a flap on the surface of the water is another unexplained hump activity.

Here can you see in Las Perlas, see whales babies and children learn these techniques, as they imitate their mothers and fasteners have. It is truly magical to see!

Best whale watching tours are a mix of inspiration and education. There are so many fascinating facts, stories and secrets about the whales, dolphins, sea life and sea travel - even if you do not see whales - it is a great learning experience.

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Or they may specifically designed to meet your needs.
Pensions also offer 5 days Whale and Dolphin wisdom in connection with the doctrine of the spiritual aspect of whales and dolphins. Travel with yoga, journaling, meditation, animal communication, energy healing Dolphin, etc.

The Tour has used a number of boats in travel. A sailboat 44 'catamaran for day trips from the city of Panama and the Pearl Islands, or near Isla Coiba used. You can sleep on the boat or stay in a comfortable hotel on the islands of pearls. They also have a yacht 30 'Scarab Sport is fast and can cover a wide range of day trips from the city of Panama Isla Taboga or close all the way to the Pearl Islands. Or a boat glass beads 32 'on the islands. Whales were still below the glass bottom boat to swim!

For more details and information, please visit the website at www.WhaleWatchingPanama.com

Packages include collecting in Panama City, flight to the island of Contadora, accommodation on the beach at The Point Hotel, charter boat every day to see whales, an expert in the interpretation that both guide biology and behavior as well as the spiritual aspect of the whales, and all breakfast and lunch. Prices start at $ 495.00 / person.

Contact:

Ann@whalewatchingtourspanama.com

Family Birding in Panama Canopy

Start your day with a chorus of tropical motmots, toucans and fruitcrows.

Your room is on the top of the trees, no more than 40 meters of birds.

Fresh at the beginning of Panama you can great revival of the rain forest of Panama to feel. Blue and Green Shrike-vireos Cotingas, fleeting usually birds high in the treetops, perch right outside our room Canopy Tower.

A staircase in the dining room, a cup of coffee, juice and muffins are waiting for you. At a table near the window moves with binoculars and field guide practice. About the endless jungle Sovereignty National Park, slide a boat through the Panama Canal. Sing the cries of a troop of monkeys rate of distant birds. With a breathtaking view of comfort, you greet the morning sun. Protected by the open window, nature carries on business in the morning.

Do not worry if you are new to bird watching, it is a great place to start. Dozens of species can be seen from his window, most of them clearly illustrated by excellent bird leads Panama. The Canopy Tower is also ideal for those who have a general interest in the study of tropical jungle. Giant, iridescent blue butterflies wing blinking at you as you drive on the twisting road to the tower. Howler monkeys, the surprise overload with a sudden noise. Each shrub, tree and flower seems to be from the last, what the extraordinary diversity of sovereignty.

Family awarded Canopy has two lodges Birdwatching, Canopy Tower, near the city of Panama in national sovereignty Park and Canopy Lodge, in the hills of El Valle de Anton. Both offer birding world class and unique experience of natural history, led by knowledgeable bilingual guides friendship.

The Canopy Tower offers rooms and an observation deck just meters from the jungle canopy, almost on par with delicacies such as bird toucans, tanagers, honeycreepers and hawks, and looks great in two and three-toed sloths and tamarins and howlers wound Geoffroy, two species of monkeys if not almost impossible this property to see! The Canopy Tower, you can see the historic Route pipeline, probably to visit the very best place for bird watching in Central America, and other sites Birdy.

The Canopy Lodge, set with a terrace overlooking the garden rooms and investors in gardens with a stream, you can make specialties Caribbean slope trips to Gaital Cerro La Mesa, Las Minas and other famous sights. Mist arising from dense foliage of the mountain Cerro Gaital over the creek. Inches from the window of his bedroom is, the cloud forest is raging with early birds life.Fruit, freshly baked cakes and delicious coffee (or tea) in hand, sitting on a terrace surrounded by hummingbirds and tanagers under their breakfast.

Your guide leads birding along a narrow forest path along the stream past a waterfall, then to the cloud forest. The sounds and rewarding for new birds is constant.

At the top, a view of the valley - open - the valley. At the bottom, stirring a waiting conservation Panamanian people. Above the waterfall provides the Canopy Adventure a unique experience of living in the trees.

With suspension bridges on a picturesque creek and offers a breathtaking view, is the waterfall "El Chorro Macho", the signature song of the Canopy Adventure and one of the main attractions of El Valle. In less than an hour to pretty easy to complete this step path, you will be amazed by the complexity of this part of the cloud forests of Panama and amazed at the biodiversity that is at your fingertips.

The casual observer sees trees with a tangle of mosses, ferns, orchids and other climbers branched apparently overloaded loaded to the breaking point.

The attentive observer can a sedentary sloth, monkey jungle tamarind or other mammal to spy running through the brush or descendant of a branch. Morpho butterflies cousins are here for hundreds, each exciting hardcore or passionate butterfly butterfly.

Botanists, many related to the number of species in bloom all year round the track. The main attraction is of course birds. A good pair of binoculars and a camera to supplement your experience with this unique course for the whole family!

With almost too much to do, they are ready to go back for lunch on the deck to check your field guide and add it to the list of birds. This is one of the best tropical bird watching, it is, and it deserves, at least once in their life to live.

The new Eco-Lodge offers comfortable Camp Canopy Tented Safari-style in the heart of the most biodiverse region of Darien in Panama, where macaws, hoccos, jaguars and harpy eagles can be found.

They also have a house has been beautifully restored Canal Zone is our Canopy Bed & Breakfast. It is ideal for families and is within walking distance of Pipeline Road, only 10 minutes from the Canopy Tour.

And of course you can Tyrolean and a nature trail Canopy Adventure, enjoy a few minutes walk from the Canopy Lodge. Both the Canopy Lodge and Canopy Adventure is 2 hours from Panama City.

Come and experience for yourself why Newsweek announced: "Today, a stay at the Canopy Tower is one of the first ecotourism experiences in the world."

Happy Birding!

EcoTrippin & # 039; Santa Catalina, California

Nothing is as magical as you go on a boat in California crisp morning, watching the blue waves dip on the horizon, everything is colored with bluish dawn. The gulls float above the water as the coast of the coast moved away. But what is better than a day at sea? Of course, a day at sea!

Only 26 miles off the coast of Southern California, the Santa Catalina Island is an ideal destination for ecotourism, water lovers of all levels of experience, and eco-travelers seeking a little rest and relaxation, away from the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles. The small ledge often as Catalina Iceland, or just Catalina.

Catalina archipelago is part of the Channel Islands.   The Channel Islands and the Northern Channel Islands in the south - the eight islands are divided into two groups.   Catalina Iceland is one of the four southern Channel Islands. Two bus companies have regular on Catalina Iceland, starting from four communities on the continent:

Catalina Iceland is not only one of the eight islands with a large permanent civilian settlement from the city of Avalon and Two Harbors city.

The picturesque town of Avalon is only one mile. And a big thank-Eco-Avalon is the only city in California authorized by the state legislature, the number and size of vehicles driving to settle on city streets is allowed. Currently there is a waiting list of 14 years of owning a car on the island! But visitors do not have to have a car in Avalon; it is easy to explore on foot. The picturesque harbor offers embedded Avalon a good excuse to relax and enjoy the view.This makes traveling around the island in the short and simple. Many residents year 4000 across around the island just walk everywhere, though some used golf cart over distances.

George Shatto founded the quaint town of Avalon in 1887 after changing hands several times, the island of chewing gum magnate William Wrigley in 1919 was at Wrigley to be purchased to make the island a mecca for recreation and education.

After the death of William Wrigley, built the family and turned over 90 percent of the land on the island of Santa Catalina Iceland Conservancy. Today sits down on the original intentions of the Wrigley conservation work, while preserving the ecological integrity of the island.

Catalina Iceland offers visitors the right camping comfortable hotel right on the beach cottages, youth hostels family well-appointed condominiums night, this elegant 4-star guest house campaign tent lovely cottage. Whatever your budget, Catalina has a place to relax and rejuvenate.

My favorite little gem ecotourism is the Inn on Mount Ada. The former "Summer House" is a beautiful wonderful place to stay with the best view of Avalon. The Inn is a Bed-and-Breakfast in the former home of William Wrigley, from chewing gum fame. The hotel is elegant and beautiful, so I stay in the state. The room rate includes a full breakfast and lunch as well as snacks, wine and beer and ice cream during the day. It also includes a 24-hour access to a golf cart to go back at the end and move Avalon. But nothing compares to their incredible brunch., You have a do-it-yourself during lunch, mimosas and blood Marys Bar.

But the real reason to leave the beautiful island of Catalina is to go under.

One of the best things about the marine environment of Catalina is accessibility. Virtually anywhere with water is a great place to go and explore - Diving is one of the best ways to do it. You can rent diving equipment of the hotel or in most stores around the island

Enjoy the beauty of the island of Catalina and out of the water with the first dive in California. Catalina Catalina Scuba Luv Luv was recently elected as a PADI five-star resort because of its lightness, Boots state-of-the-art luxury and the staff friendly and efficient diving.

If you prefer a guided snorkel and experience, you are invited to a show King Neptune dive aboard the dive boat all day. If you do this, you can exit from the loop or the park and diving to explore one of the many other sites in the beautiful island of Santa Catalina.

There is no better way to get aboard the Catalina King Neptune spacious and luxurious diving experience. 56 miles of coastline and more than 150 sites, the possibilities are endless.

The boat is equipped with a full kitchen, a large amount of protection against the sun, and two functional heads (toilets). Divers receive a briefing on the dive and be monitored by the divemaster on the boat.

Catalina Scuba Luv first operations facility to learn to dive. People who have no experience try our Discover Scuba class for a short video and hear a presentation by one of our experienced instructors. Then you can "Discover Scuba" from land or boat.

If you are known and even have their own team of diving and kayaking coast are the most popular ways to go diving on two ports. You can rent all their equipment and kayaks two ports Dive & Recreation Center. You can also enter the water immediately two quiet harbors, sandy beaches, snorkel or kayak designed specifically for a secluded cove. And if you want, instructors are available for guided kayak or canoe / snorkel diving. - More Diving

Whatever you see, above or below the surface of the Santa Catalina Island is worth seeing .... paradise is only a ferry ride!

Rafiki Safari Lodge

Rafiki is concentrated a luxury desert camp project for the conservation and sustainable adventure tourism. It is located on 842 acres of pristine jungle along the Savegre River, 30 km south of Quepos and Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica.

Guests can enjoy a variety of activities such as rafting, horseback riding, hiking through waterfalls and bird watching world class. You do not need to be an avid bird watcher or ecotourism to enjoy our truly unique accommodations and natural beauty.

Rafiki is a family pavilion. The Boshoff family started the project in 1999 with the hope that tourism to build a shelter for wildlife and the reintroduction program Tapir. The first phase of the project, the lodge and cabins, was completed in December 2002.

The luxury safari tents are up 10 wooden bridges, which can so you can sit and enjoy the view in the privacy of each set with rocking chairs. Imported from South Africa, the design allows the tent to enjoy up close to nature, while the insects at bay. Each unit has a private bathroom and a modern bathroom. Whether you are on your honeymoon, want to bring a group of friends and family, or business partners, provides the perfect environment Rafiki. Even though the property is a natural paradise ... not the hard way!

The Boshoff family spoil you with a South African "braai" (barbecue) or enjoy another fabulous prepared by the chef. The food, hospitality and accommodation are unrivaled. Rafiki pristine location and "touch of Africa" will ensure you have an unforgettable experience.

Rafiki offers excellent whitewater rafting trips on the Savegre. They have a variety of ways to reach the river, walking in standard machines at 3:00 nature walk and even horseback riding. The location allows you to enjoy all the adventure offers rivers. Rafiki offers several trips. Each with different levels The Lodge will do everything to your need for adventure to meet, whether you're looking for opinions or adrenaline. Serve hot meals on the grill and a bathroom with toilet along the river you comfortable while driving keep.

When the rain stop, follow the rafting! Mini Me is a lifeline for 2 or 3 people and a guide, and made an amazing trip! The guides are very experienced sleep Rafiki in these small boats, take a mini-trip to me more like a 3-person kayak instead of a traditional raft.

Let your feet and rest your eyes as you make your way through the rugged mountain country in horses. Horses are still used by the local population of the Savegre. Rafiki tries to maximize the cultural experience of traveling to places where horses are still the main means of transportation. Sometimes rivers meet, go to the top of the mountains overlooking the sea, take the rafts, or even ice cream in the city. Rafiki horses are gentle enough for the whole family.

Aquamarine Power Tuning tropical Quebrada Arroyo. I will not reveal all the secrets, but the journey begins 2 km rafting adventure offers the opportunity to jump from a waterfall, and discover a cultural village. After eating raw foods on a wood fire cooked Federal, visit a spice farm and eat ice cream in a grocery store in the bay! On the way back to the hotel, you pass a magnificent sea views and views of the great mountains of the Costa guide Rica.Your remember flora and fauna along the way.This 5 km hike is an unforgettable family adventure.

With more than 300 bird species identified to date, Rafiki is a world-class site for bird watching. Common observations include toucans, trogons and keyword tags. Rafiki offers guided morning to help improve their skills and learn about the habitats and behaviors of the feathered friends of the Savegre Valley.

The Ultimate Safari gives you the opportunity to see the wild horses and get Rafiki, then you can discover the Savegre River in one day. The horse section is not too difficult, and the rafting is fun for all. This is an excellent option for those pressed for time!

Take the plunge into one of the five fastest slides in the world! The presentation starts from the lodge and accelerates the pool 100 feet below. Water slide is supplied used by a natural stream, not just the pool filled with spring water, but also supplies the hydraulic system to Rafiki. There are no chemicals added to water to drainage basin is environmentally sound back to the river.

You will never miss a Yerlin massage. Thanks to the hard work and motivation Yerlin took on the task of becoming a massage therapist. She was born and grew up raised in the village of Santo Domingo. After high school he went to Rafiki with his idea of the massage. Pleased with his mind, Rafiki sponsored his education in exchange for a little help, clean rooms in high season. Today Yerlin has been with us for 3 years doing massage been. Customers like hands and I like your attitude! It is available for relaxing massages and facials and organic therapuedic. Try favorite "chocolate massage" of Yerlin!

Currently the house for traveler sees the world. His contributions have helped to develop the necessary contacts and cultural, the second phase of the commit Rafiki understanding. Rafiki Step 2 is to build a fence around 60 hectares of forest, building a veterinary clinic, and the process of preparing and transporting tapirs. The animals came from environments in captivity, but hope one day to roam free Savegre Valley. Currently there is a broker called Tapir, El Paso de la Danta, runs through the property of Rafiki. This means that Rafiki is an ecological island, so that the animals free tapirs very important for the genetic diversity of Costa Rica.

The philosophy of the project is Rafiki South African origin. In essence, through the use of tourism as a means to generate capital, animals can be given a second chance, when the pressure of the local hunting and habitat loss decimated the population. Tourism, which enters the zone generates employment opportunities in both the project itself and also in the development of the local economy. Rafiki is very involved in the local community and provide scholarships to future students who choose to pursue such a career in eco-tourism, biology, veterinary medicine, or related fields. With the help of travelers who visit Rafiki, who are an example for other projects in Costa Rica and around the world, showing that sustainable tourism is a viable way to protect and restore the ecology of a particular location path. If you have any questions about the wildlife refuge or reintroduction program tapir, please send an email Lautjie Boshoff, resident biologist. Lautjie@rafikisafari.com: Contact Lautjie, please write to

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