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Saturday, August 27, 2011
Cook Island

Comoros Islands

Officially known as the Union of Comoros, Comoros Islands consist of four main islands and numerous coral reefs and smaller islands scattered in the Indian Ocean, at the northern end of the Mozambique Channel, covering a total area of 2,170 square kilometers and with a population of 773,407 inhabitants (2010 estimate). The four main islands are Ngazidija (Grande Comoro), Nzwani (Anjouan), Mwali (Moheli), and Mahore (Mayotte), which is not part of the country and ties to France. The Comoros experience a maritime tropical climate and is characterized by two seasons: dry (May to October) and rainy season (November to April).
Christmas Island

Although Christmas Island is small in size and look like a dot on the world map, it still has a lot to offer any visitor from heritage and nature trails to visiting flying fish cove to diving and snorkeling adventures. All the attractions in Christmas are worth to pay a visit. The must see attractions include: the Grotto, a small coastal cave with mix of sea and fresh water pool, featuring a romantic spot with candles at night, the unusual Hugh's Dale Waterfall, one of the highlights of the islands, where tourists often take a bath under falling streams of clean, cool and drinkable water, Christmas Island National Park, offering to embrace the island's wondrous beauty combined with a variety of island's flora and fauna, Flying Fish Cove, which is reachable through a yacht boasting loads of recreational activities, like swimming, scuba diving, canoeing, snorkeling and much more. Activities you can indulge in include nature walking, bird watching, scuba diving, fishing, taking part in the Dolly Beach Jungle tour and others.
Cayman Island

Nestled in the turquoise waters of the western Caribbean, south of Cub and northwest of Jamaica and covering a total land mass of a hundred square miles, the Caymans consist of three islands, including Grand Cayman, the largest and most populous of the trio and the sister islands of Cayman Brac and Little Cayman. All islands are low-lying with the highest point on Grand Cayman, rising only 60 feet. The weather in Cayman Islands is warm and pleasant throughout the year with constant temperatures and relatively little rainfall.
Grand Cayman covers an area of 76 square miles and is divided into 5 districts: George Town, West Bay, Bodden Town, East End and North Side, where you will find the best accommodation options with an abundance of amenities, numerous restaurants, several renowned white sandy beaches, extensive shopping opportunities, and plethora of historic landmarks and attractions.
Cayman Brac ('Brac' is the Gaelic word for bluff, the Brac's main natural attraction) dazzles travelers with its most dramatic scenery. The island boasts unique cultural history, world famous diving and a wealth of activities, including hikes to one of the many hidden caves, visiting the oldest Cayman Brac Museum, or going to bird watching. With a total land mass of 14 sq miles, Cayman Brac is a tropical island getaway, offering a tranquil atmosphere.
The truly little island of Little Cayman is ten miles in length and one in width, housing a population of over 100 inhabitants. What you will attract you in this small hideaway is a wide selection of bird species, extensive hiking along the Salt Rock nature trail, excellent diving and snorkeling opportunities, one a la carte restaurant and a few accommodation options.
Grand Cayman covers an area of 76 square miles and is divided into 5 districts: George Town, West Bay, Bodden Town, East End and North Side, where you will find the best accommodation options with an abundance of amenities, numerous restaurants, several renowned white sandy beaches, extensive shopping opportunities, and plethora of historic landmarks and attractions.
Cayman Brac ('Brac' is the Gaelic word for bluff, the Brac's main natural attraction) dazzles travelers with its most dramatic scenery. The island boasts unique cultural history, world famous diving and a wealth of activities, including hikes to one of the many hidden caves, visiting the oldest Cayman Brac Museum, or going to bird watching. With a total land mass of 14 sq miles, Cayman Brac is a tropical island getaway, offering a tranquil atmosphere.
The truly little island of Little Cayman is ten miles in length and one in width, housing a population of over 100 inhabitants. What you will attract you in this small hideaway is a wide selection of bird species, extensive hiking along the Salt Rock nature trail, excellent diving and snorkeling opportunities, one a la carte restaurant and a few accommodation options.
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