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The History of Manaus, Brazil Gets Bounce from Rubber



Manaus is a large city with around 2 million inhabitants situated in the heart of the Amazon region and the point where the vast River Negro flows into the Amazon (known by the Brazilians as  Solimões until it reaches Manaus). The city boasts a short yet intriguing history, and one that is inextricably linked with the history of…

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Added by Iberostar Hotels & Resorts on October 27, 2013 at 1:47pm — No Comments

Discovering Spain's Island of Majorca Through Its Markets

 



One of the fabulous things about Majorca today is that the island’s many markets are thriving more than ever. For it’s in the hustle and bustle, the rainbow colours and mix of aromas that you find the true soul of a destination. For many visitors there’s no better experience than soaking up the authentic atmosphere of a local…

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Added by Iberostar Hotels & Resorts on October 7, 2013 at 4:13pm — No Comments

The Grand Samaria Gorge on Greece's Island of Crete



Samaria Gorge
lies in the west of Crete, close to Chania, and runs along the River Omalos, between the region known as the White Mountains (Lefka Ori) and Mount Volakias. It is Europe’s longest gorge, stretching out for 16 kilometres, and reaching…

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Added by Iberostar Hotels & Resorts on October 1, 2013 at 4:28pm — No Comments

Praia do Forte in Bahia, Brazil a Top Sea Turtle Refuge

           



Brazil
is one of today’s most fashionable holiday choices and Praia do Forte one of the country’s most attractive destinations. White sandy beaches bathed by crystalline waters and lined by coconut trees, a whole host of water sports, luxury hotels, its exotic culture, the history of Portugal’s…

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Added by Iberostar Hotels & Resorts on September 24, 2013 at 6:13pm — 1 Comment

Sunny Beach, Bulgaria's Premier Black Sea Resort

                          



The city of the 41 churches: Nessebar, Sunny Beach. Bulgaria.



This city of Thracian origin, situated in the heart of Sunny Beach on the shores of the Black Sea, boasts no fewer than 41 churches huddled within its old quarter, including a basilica and the Bishop’s residence. This picturesque town is also renowned for its archaeological sites dating back to the times of the Ancient…

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Added by Iberostar Hotels & Resorts on September 18, 2013 at 1:29pm — No Comments

Soaring Above the Surf in Tarifa, Spain



The small fishing town of Tarifa in the province of Cádiz, Andalusia has about 17,000 inhabitants, is located in the farthest southern corner of Europe and acts a as a balcony overlooking Africa, situated only 14 kilometers away. Tarifa welcomes about 100,000 visitors in the summer, who are…

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Added by Iberostar Hotels & Resorts on September 12, 2013 at 2:28pm — 1 Comment

Hiking Cape Verde's Fogo Island



Fogo island
is the highest of all of the islands in the Cape Verde archipelago. The “island-volcano” is a gigantic volcanic cone that rises from the water, and is ideal for hiking. The landscape is spectacular due to its high altitude, and it has a lovely crater of 8km in diameter with steep walls. Half of the crater collapsed in…

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Added by Iberostar Hotels & Resorts on September 4, 2013 at 2:52pm — No Comments

The Gorgeous Greek Island of Kos



Kos
forms part of the Dodecanese archipelago and is the third largest island after Rhodes and Karpathos.  It is actually the result of a range of mountains sinking, following a colossal seismic shift back in the distant past.  The nearby islands of Kalymnos and Nyssiros share the same origin, being remnants of the…

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Added by Iberostar Hotels & Resorts on August 22, 2013 at 1:30pm — 2 Comments

Cuba's Cayo Coco: A Paradise Fit for a King



Governor Diego Velázquez was so overawed by lush beauty of this fabulous part of Cuba that he decided to call it the Jardines del Rey (King’s Gardens) in honour of the Spanish monarch Ferdinand the Catholic. And this Spanish explorer could not have thought of a more suitable name for the chain of islands…

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Added by Iberostar Hotels & Resorts on August 13, 2013 at 2:43pm — No Comments

The Beaches of Morocco



Whether you’re looking for a relaxing break sunbathing on the beach or the thrills and spills of surfing, the beaches of Morocco are guaranteed to satisfy your wishes. Morocco boasts miles and miles of clean, unspoilt beaches bathed by the Atlantic and the Mediterranean. From Saïdia to…

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Added by Iberostar Hotels & Resorts on August 2, 2013 at 11:06am — No Comments

Rumble in the Jungle: Family Feud in Manaus, Brazil

  



A good book really is an object of magic. While a movie is able to instantly provide an image on which to project the story that is being played out, the nature of that image is decided by the director. With a book on the other hand, it is the reader who gets to paint the scene in which the action takes place. An author might provide plenty of hints, but it is…

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Added by Iberostar Hotels & Resorts on July 20, 2013 at 12:14pm — No Comments

When Tenerife Became the Battleground of the Gods

Sometimes when you watch a lousy movie, the only compliments you can muster are about the scenery. For many people this was the case with the 2010 remake of Clash of the Titans, widely criticized for the quality of the 3-D…

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Added by Iberostar Hotels & Resorts on July 11, 2013 at 8:00am — No Comments

License to Snorkel: James Bond on Mexico's Yucatan Coast

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Looking back at the 23 James Bond movies made so far, it’s hard to pick one that is widely considered by fans and critics alike to be the best. But chances are that License to Kill is unlikely to be too many people’s favorite:…

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Added by Iberostar Hotels & Resorts on July 1, 2013 at 2:12pm — No Comments

Gwyneth Paltrow's Love Affair With Spain



by Nellie Huang



With its romantic Mediterranean flair, rich cuisine and millennia-old history,…

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Added by Iberostar Hotels & Resorts on June 18, 2013 at 6:00pm — No Comments

Climbing Italy's Dolomites With Mountaineer Reinhold Messner



Italy
 is often associated with good food, romantic piazzas, Roman ruins and turquoise beaches – few know about the majestic mountains that run through Italy. From the Dolomites to the Apennines, the peaks of Italy boast dramatic heights and grandeur but are often overlooked by tourists and locals alike. Thanks…

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Added by Iberostar Hotels & Resorts on June 11, 2013 at 7:30am — No Comments

Brazil's Capoeira and the Documentary 'Fly Away Beetle'



The exact origins of capoeira are uncertain, although most people recognize that it was created by the 16th-century African slaves who were shipped across the Atlantic. The movements contain unmistakable native Brazilian influences. What noone can deny is that capoeira has been…

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Added by Iberostar Hotels & Resorts on June 3, 2013 at 10:16am — No Comments

'City of God' and the Story of Brazil's 'Favelas'



In 2002 the movie Cidade de Deus (City of God) brought to the eyes of many a picture of…

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Added by Iberostar Hotels & Resorts on May 26, 2013 at 2:11pm — No Comments

Experiencing the Art of the Dominican Republic Via Its Most Famous Artist, Cándido Bidó



Many of those who visit the Dominican Republic for its golden sandy beaches, tropical forests, and adventure in Jurassic Park-esque settings discover that it's also home to a world of rich culture, intriguing history and especially some world-class contemporary art.



One of the DR modern…

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Added by Iberostar Hotels & Resorts on April 28, 2013 at 2:00pm — No Comments

Stalking the Giant Anaconda in Brazil's Amazon



The movie Anaconda was a box office hit when it was released in 1997. Starring Jennifer Lopez and telling the story of a group of documentary makers who make enemies with a giant anaconda in the Amazon rainforest, it brought the drama of the jungle to cinema…

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Added by Iberostar Hotels & Resorts on April 16, 2013 at 1:49pm — No Comments

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