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In Marlborough, you’ll find New Zealand’s version of the winding Amalfi Coast — only with cliffside farms rather than vineyards. Officially known as the Croisilles Harbour–French Pass Road, this is one of the country’s best hidden gems. The road is only 60 kilometres but it will take you more than an hour and a half to drive. It’s dramatically windy, at times following the ridgeline, with imposing cliffs to the bays below. At almost every turn, you’ll see a new secluded bay, surrounded by native bush and emerald waters. Read more
The Red Sea is too far away for most of us to visit. Even Australia’s pink lakes are currently out of bounds, but the result of the same conditions which make those bodies of water so distinctive can be seen just half an hour’s drive from Blenheim. The startlingly alien-like Lake Grassmere (Kāpara te hau), which varies from pale to purple, is caused by the presence of tiny algae and pink shrimp in the water. You can’t swim here, but carry on along the road and you’ll get to Marfells Beach. Read more
Insider tip: Near the saltworks you can take the 14km return walk at low tide past Mussel Point and along to the Cape Campbell Lighthouse.
Tiny algae turn Lake Grassmere pinker and pinker. BERNARD SPRAGG
Tiny algae turn Lake Grassmere pinker and pinker. BERNARD SPRAGG
The Pelorus Mail Boat sets out three days a week. MARLBOROUGHNZ
The Pelorus Mail Boat sets out three days a week. MARLBOROUGHNZ
The Pelorus Mail Boat sets out three days a week from the little town of Havelock, to cruise through the Marlborough Sounds delivering not just post, but much more, to the people who live tucked away in the bays along this convoluted coastline, some of them so remote that they have no road access at all. On board the comfortable catamaran, everyone is welcomed and shown the ropes before passing beaches, bush-clad hills, and mussel farms. Read more
Sounds by Sail operates a luxury 32ft Beneteau yacht. BROOK SABIN
Sounds by Sail operates a luxury 32ft Beneteau yacht. BROOK SABIN
Chartering a yacht sounds like something only the rich and famous do. However, Sounds by Sail offers a luxury night afloat its 32-footer for $395 per person, which includes dinner in a remote bay with local wine. The skipper will even row ashore for the night to allow you to enjoy the ambience. The boat is operated by Phil and Deborah Clegg, who have exceptional knowledge of the local area – and will happily let you get behind the helm and have a go at sailing. Read more
One of the best ways to explore the Sounds is with Sea Kayak Adventures, which has a base in the coastal village of Anikiwa. A guided tour will have you feeling removed from civilisation within minutes as you glide along past bush-clad cliffs. The guides are excellent at picking out wildlife, including dolphins and the occasional killer whales, which come looking for stingrays. As you paddle deeper into the Sounds it’s common to spot enormous stingrays, which come up for a closer look. Read more
“It’s difficult to assess the damage of any specific asset, but having said that, we know without access to places like the Okanagan or points in between, that’s really hurt a lot of tourism businesses,” he said. Both hotels and ski hills saw immediate cancellations …
Tourists at a four-star resort in Cancun were forced to run for their lives as gunmen on jet skis stormed the beach and opened fire. The shooting Tuesday at the Oasis Palm resort is just the latest in a rash of gunplay in the region …
After weathering the storm brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic, people were eager to venture out of their homes at last and see the world again. Travel in 2021 offered the perfect opportunity to do this Benefit Group. Just as soon as the ban on air travel lifted, tourists were quick to flock to sun-kissed beaches in the Maldives, take exciting river cruises in Vienna or head to Portugal for their idyllic surfing paradise. Today, we list 2021’s most popular international travel destinations.
Right from newlyweds to celebrities, the Maldives appeared to be the unofficial vacation destination of Indians who were tired of staying home during the pandemic. Tourists usually make a beeline for Male Atoll or King’s Island, the biggest city of the Maldives. That being said, Alimatha Island is a must visit if you enjoy stunning restaurants and wish to sample local fare of get some Ayurvedic treatments. However, if romance is in the air, then COMO Cocoa Island is for you as its 5-star water villas and white-sand beaches offer privacy and solace for couples. While the water villas offer an exceptional sojourn, you may also try water sports in the area.
Those who wished for some fun in the sun, but with the joy of exploring historic cities in the Mediterranean toured Portugal in 2021. Cities such as Braga and Lisbon are bustling with tourists, while those in Porto are eager to surf and savor the local food that’s bursting with flavor. You can expect to taste fresh Sardines, whole crab and classic curries such as bacalhau or fish stew when in Portugal amid many other delicacies,
While backpacking through Europe was a popular expedition earlier, people in 2021 preferred river cruises in Vienna. This was primarily seen as a way to limit contact with other people post pandemic while still sailing past castles and scenic hamlets. Many also choose to travel from Vienna to Prague via Rhine and Danube rivers. If you’re in Vienna, consider visiting Karlskirche church as it is an architectural marvel in Karlsplatz.
Fans of Game of Thrones, couldn’t resist a visit to Croatia in the Balkans. The place with stunning beaches, bustling pubs and delectable food was also the place where scenes of Kings Landing from the series was shot. Whereas, the walk of shame was filmed along the cobbled streets of Dubrovnik. Many chose to sail along the Adriatic coast in a boat and have a swell time.
Right from the towering Burj Khalifa, to the glorious Dubai Fountain and Miracle Garden, Dubai is one of the most exciting vacation spots in the UAE. Those who considered shopping their guilty pleasure went for the Dubai shopping festival to shop for gold trinkets, while others visited Global Village. People desirous of tasting a slice of luxury opted for Dubai creek dinner cruises in the city.
Which of these exciting destinations did you visit in 2021? Tell us!
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