Gold Beach

The waves moved gently with the wind. Odysseus shouts some orders to his crew, while the sun beats down on his face. The smell of the water filled the nostrils of the crew, as they sailed for home. In The Odyssey and O Brother Where Art Thou, Odysseus and Everett went on long journeys to get back to their family. However, they did not embark on the journey alone, each had a crew that came with them. The crews were not extras in a Batman movie, they were huge parts of the journey that added to…

Kerala Backwaters Sojourn At a Glance: Departure from: Kochi Duration: 7 Days/ 6 Nights (7D/ 6N) Price: ______________ Locations Covered: Alleppey, Kochi, Kumarakom, Munnar and Periyar Activities Covered: Visit to Tea Estate, Boat Ride on Lake Periyar, Backwater Houseboat Cruise, Witness Kathakali Dance Performance Difficulty Level: Easy Meal Type(s): Puttu and Kadala Curry, Appam and Stew, Dosa with Kerala-style Sambar, Mussel Stir Fry, Kerala Prawn Curry, Kerala style Beef Fry and Fish…

small island, we were treated to a welcome song by the staff dressed in traditional attire followed by a big 'BULA!'. Our appointed villa was all the way at the back of the island, with its own plunge pool, outdoor relax bed and stunning views of the beach and ocean. "How blissfully peaceful", I thought, blissfully unaware that this seemingly postcard perfect island would turn into a place straight from hell as soon as the sun went…

One of the strangest wonders, The Bermuda Triangle is a very widely known phenomena. It also has many different possibilities. The Bermuda Triangle's Location Located in the middle of Miami, Puerto Rico and Bermuda, there is an area of sea that people fear to tread. In the shape of a triangle, the Bermuda Triangle is home to some of the world's strangest disappearances. The Disappearances in The Bermuda Triangle SHIPS: One of the most famous early 20th Century disappearances was the Cyclops.…

work drive, while others take advantage of the public transportation system that serves Fairlight. The beach here is calm and perfect for swimming, snorkeling, and scuba diving, but is too rocky for surfing. The children living in Fairlight attend schools in other suburbs that are nearby and convenient. Fairlight Fairlight is a popular northern Sydney suburb primarily for its beach, Fairlight Beach. However, to the locals, this is a quiet suburb in the Northern…

In 2004 my family and I made our first trip to the beach. The adventure seemed to take a lifetime to reach our destination. Being in the car for 12 hours is not what any child would call a fun time. My brother and I would play video games and watch movies to past the time away and eat the snacks mom would pack us. We finally had reached our destination Destin, Florida. My little brother is so excited to see the water, he runs through the screen door that goes out on our balcony. At first I was a…

St. Pete’s Beach Since the origins of humanity, people have thought of the beach as a way to relax and make memories. But in my mind, one beach stands tall above all of the others. St. Pete’s beach in St. Petersburg, Florida, is the most magnificent place that anyone could ever hope to go. Although it is not often thought of as a primary vacation spot, I believe this marvelous beach has helped to develop my identity into who I am today. The mesmerizing silvery sand; the dreamy sea its own…

Often times we talk to individuals about their favorite vacation spot or where the place they feel the most at rest is; the response we get most often is the ocean. This is because the ocean is restorative. The quiet roar of the waves, the sound of seagulls chirping, the salty breeze, the ocean is a place of peace. For many the sea is not just a vacation destination, but the sea is a friend. Something that is consistent, and always listening. This is the case for our friend Lettie Hempstock’s…

targeting the Jacksonville or Central Florida areas, ICI Homes offers an unbeatable way to check out a potential retirement destination. Two of our most desirable communities — Plantation Bay Golf and Country Club in Ormond Beach and Amelia National Golf and Country Club in Fernandina Beach — offer Discovery Tours. These are three-day excursions that allow you to stay two nights on-site, and to sample all the amenities in a particular community. It’s an invaluable first-hand opportunity that…

the Intracoastal Waterway in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. It offers a quiet atmosphere that is an excellent base for enjoying all the attractions in the area. Fort Walton Beach timeshares for sale mean you can own a vacation home in this beautiful, peaceful location and have a first-class Florida beach vacation every year at an affordable price. The resort has a private boat dock and fishing pier and is just a three-minute drive from the famous white-sand beach. You will enjoy an attractively…