Top 3 Most Magical Wedding Destinations

Planning a wedding can be stupidly stressful, especially when you can’t decide where to have it. Maybe your dream is to get married abroad but you either think it’s too expensive or complicated? Wrong! Getting married abroad is cost effective as you have your honeymoon and wedding in the same location, as well as having your ceremony and function in the same place. Not forgetting the fact you won’t need to buy wedding shoes. Starting to sound more realistic?

If you want to share your special day with your friends and family in an exotic and romantic destination, and have visions of you and your partner exchanging vows barefoot on a white sandy beach, with the luminous ocean glimmering in the background, then check out our top three most popular exotic wedding destinations.

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is voted one of the most popular wedding destinations due to its Indian Ocean view and reliable weather. The hottest months reach a maximum of 31 degrees meaning you will not be uncomfortably hot during the day. The island is perfect for an intimate, quiet wedding ceremony, on its palm-fringed beaches. For those of you who like to make an entrance you can arrive on an elephant, which is a common Sri Lanka wedding tradition. Once the wedding is over you and your partner can explore the islands variety of culture and adventure such as the mystical ancient cities, jungles, watch baby elephants play at Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage, dive among mysterious ancient shipwrecks or relax in the luxurious spas. 

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Mauritius

Mauritius has a large wedding industry with its variety of its elegant hotels and private villas recommended for those of you are looking for a small intimate, tropical wedding with friends and family. Your vows can be exchanged standing on the white powder sand beaches, with the crystal turquoise ocean surrounded by mountains. Your wedding photos are guaranteed to be spectacular on this island with the background of the Indian Ocean. To take some of your stress away, if you choose Mauritius, you can pay for an event organiser who helps you plan and set out every minor detail you want to make your day as special and personalised as possible. They also organise the top table which is traditionally decorated with banana leaves, coconuts and loose flowers.

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Barbados

It doesn't really get much better than a wedding in the Caribbean, arguably one of the most beautiful places in the world. This elegant destination is ideal for an exotic wedding day. Barbados is an island full of song and dance so how you choose to celebrate is entirely up to you, whether you choose to dance to the rhythm of the Caribbean or choose to enjoy a tranquil, exotic day. You can pay for a professional wedding planner to help you sort all your requirements and arrangements before you even arrive on the island. They can recommend hotels, villas, caterers and flowers best suited to you. The natural beauty of the islands beaches is guaranteed to provide you with the best holiday destination.

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Love Taking The Plunge? Top 3 Destinations To Go Snorkelling

Do you love nothing more than taking the plunge and discovering an underwater world when on holiday? We don’t blame you as not only is it the best way to cool off in the heat but you can see some truly breathtaking sights!

Below, we have looked into the top 4 destinations for snorkelling that you must check out!

Saona Island – Dominican Republic

This is a tropical island a short distance from the mainland on the south-east tip of the Dominican Republic and described as one of the most popular tourist destinations in the entire Caribbean. This island is regularly casted on television and films for its epic beaches and paradise appeal. Not only is it stunning to look at, its crystal clear waters make it ideal for snorkelling. The island organises daily boat rides out into the ocean where guests get the opportunity to dive off and swim for hours around taking in the mesmerising underwater aquarium. The beach is home to fantastic sea turtles, tropical fishes and star fishes. If snorkelling isn't for everyone in your family, they can relax on the stunning beach for the day while you explore the sea.

 

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Safaga, Egypt

Snorkelling along the coast of the red sea on the island of Safaga in Egypt is claimed to be on the bucket list of most regular snorkellers. Why? Because it is one of the least crowded resorts going.

The Safaga Port organise day boat trips where you will get the full experience of brilliant snorkelling in the Red Sea. You will not just be snorkelling in one spot either, you will get the chance to snorkel in different places; giving you the opportunity to see different corals and multi colored fluorescent fish. And if the underwater sights do not satisfy your needs, which is highly doubtful, you also have the opportunity to swim with dolphins. Safaga is the real life equivalent to the underwater world of finding Nemo.

 

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Caribbean - Antigua 
For those of you who like a gentle swim and snorkel, this is the perfect Caribbean island for you to snorkel to your hearts content. The sea is populated by rainbow-hued tropical fish which occasionally greet you at shore and is the perfect place for children as some of the fish swim in shallow waters.

The deeper reef is where you can find the majority of large sea life, such as lobsters, reef sharks, barracudas, green and spotted moray eels, eagle rays, and nurse sharks. With over 360 beautiful beaches in Antigua to choose from all suitable for snorkelling, the ones to not miss are Bird Island and Cades Reef for some of the best snorkelling sites.

 

 

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Isla Mujeres, Mexico

Isla Mujeres has been labelled as the best place to snorkel because of the great white whale sharks - the ultimate ‘Jaws’ sharks. For some of the best dives there are, you are recommended to book a private boat tour, where you will go out for approximately three hours. During this trip you will get to experience some of the beautiful and stunning coral reefs and luminous fish. This is the destination to snorkel if you are a brave, fearless swimmer and confident in snorkelling, for beginners, do not take the boat trip. 

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Top 5 Water Park Attractions

No family holiday is complete without creating a splash at a water park; where adults are given the excuse to become a big kid for the day and children can test their nerves by going on the biggest and scariest rides!

Below we have explored the top 5 water parks in the world; ones that you can’t miss!

Florida  Disney’s Blizzard Beach

Blizzard beach is one of two water parks in the Walt Disney World Resort. The water park is located in Bay Lake, Florida. In 2012 the park held approximately 1,929,000 guests making it the second most visited water park in the world, behind its sister park, Typhoon Lagoon. The water park has some of the world’s tallest and fastest free-falling waterslides, set up Mount Gushmore, an artificial hill top reaching up to 90 feet. For those scared of heights, there are rides and slides available for the whole family, with kid sized snow castle fountains, play area’s and gentle rides such as rapids and the lazy river.  The park is open 9 months of the year from April to December, however if you are going away between January and March, Typhoon Lagoon is open all year round.

Famous rides you must try at blizzard beach are summit plummet, Slush Gusher, Downhill Double Dipper, Runoff Rapids, lazy river, Cross Country Creek and for the little ones, T-bar, Cool Runners and Teamboat Springs.

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Portugal Slide & Splash - Water Slide Park

Slide and Splash Water Park really lives up to its name; as it is a water park consisting mainly of incredible slides. Located on the Algarve at Lagoa, between Lagos and Albufeira, the park is easily accessible by car and bus. The park covers over 16.000 acres and is considered to be one of the best parks in Europe, with an array of slides and child play areas the park making it suitable for all ages. Similar to other parks it is only open between the months of April and October. The park also has sun loungers offering you the chance to relax while watching your children from the distance.

Recommended rides to try include the black hole, corkscrew, kamikaze and tornado.


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Siam Park – Tenerife
Siam Park can be found in Tenerife, Canary Island in Spain. The park which cost 52 million euros has a Siamese theme and claims to be the most spectacular water park attraction in Europe. The park has a Thai theme on all of its rides and restaurants. It has 25 buildings which are the largest Thai-themed buildings outside of Thailand itself. The park has everything you could want, so whether you want blissful relaxation or adrenaline-pumping thrills, it has it all from meandering rivers to high, free-fall slides, all you have to do is choose what you fancy.

Rides to try are: Vulcano, The Dragon, Naga Racer, Tower of Power, Jungle Snakes, Lost City, Mekong Rapids and Kinnaree.

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Dubai - Wild Wadi

The Wild Wadi is an outdoor waterpark in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is located right next to the famous Burj al Arab and Jumeirah Beach hotels, with easy access by car and on foot. It is one of Dubai's biggest tourist attractions with 30 water rides as well as a fake thunderstorm. Not only is there a water park there is also two gift shops, three restaurants and two snacks bars on the premise. The park has a heated wave pool, an artificial surfing machine and several water slides. Again, this park is suitable for all ages and it has something for everyone from lazy rivers and rapids to free-standing drop slides.

Rides you must try are: Wipeout, Riptide and Flowriders.

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Yas Waterworld Abu Emirates’

Yas waterworld takes the crown for the world's wildest water park. The park is placed on massive grounds adding up to the equivalent of 15 football pitches.  On its ground there are 43 water rides, slides and attractions. Five of the rides at this park are one-of-a-kind. One of which is the worlds first and largest, 238 metre long hydromagnetic-powered, six-person tornado waterslide. There are three metre high waves on Bubble Barrel which is ideal for those of you who like to surf, or want to give it a go. The rides here suit all ages and needs but are more thrilling than the rides at any other.

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5 Weird Attractions You Never Knew Existed!

Are you a lover of all things strange and want to see something different this summer? Well we have 5, unique attractions which you must see!

Croatia's brilliant Blue Cave

Croatia is the home to the cave grotto which can be found on the remote island of Bisevo. You can take excursions from the islands of Vis or Hva. Boats can be taken inside the cave, however it would be a waste to visit the cave and not swim under water; as you get to see the amazing underwater rocks glimmer in silver and pink. The cave is at its best between 11 am and 12 noon, when the blue glow is at its strongest.The electric blue glowing effect is created when the sun’s rays enter through the water and reflect off the limestone floor of the cave. This has been described as truly incredible by visitors who have experienced the cave.

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Tenerife's spectacular Sea of Clouds

To see the natural phenomenon; ‘Sea of Clouds’ you need to visit mount Teide in Tenerife, which is the highest peak in Spain. The sea of clouds is created when the sea level is condensed as they rise over the steep north slope of the island and meet warmer and drier winds coming from the Azores at a higher altitude. This then creates the thick blanket layer of clouds over the sea. If just looking at it is not enough, why don’t you go within touching distance and Paraglide across?

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Fly Geyser, Nevada

Located on gated, private property within the million-acre Black Rock Desert, Fly Geyser is a man-made geothermal geyser which reaches around five feet high in Washoe, Nevada, approximately 20 miles north of Gerlach. The statue is one of the coolest attractions on the island creating a curiosity as no-one really knows how it came into existence. This attraction is not a natural phenomenon; it was reportedly accidentally built by well drilling in 1964. Despite this attraction being private, you can see it through the fence, which is close enough for you to get an incredible photo.

(Picture courtesy of: iliketowastemytime)

 

Maldives' Rangali Island, Maldives glowing beaches

Conrad’s Rangali Island in the Maldives is the home to the glowing beach. Here guests can witness the extraordinary, natural wonder that is the bioluminescent phytoplankton which makes the water on the beaches glow at night. This fascinating glow is created by millions of phytoplankton’s, which contain luciferase, a chemical which glows in the dark when it is disturbed by a wave and by pressure of someone standing in the sand. The chemical breaks out into tiny luminous crystal like spots. Make sure you take your camera because you will be able to take brilliant photo’s!

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Devils bridge Germany

Devils Bridge is a term used for thousands of ancient bridges in Europe. The most beautiful and unique devil bridge can be found in Germany and is estimated to have been built in 1860. Why is it so beautiful, and better than any other? Well the arched semi-circle bridge is reflected on the water’s surface which creates a perfect circle. The bridge is hazardously steep another aspect of where it gets its name from.

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5 Weird Attractions You Never Knew Existed!

Are you a lover of all things strange and want to see something different this summer? Well we have 5, unique attractions which you must see!

Croatia's brilliant Blue Cave

Croatia is the home to the cave grotto which can be found on the remote island of Bisevo. You can take excursions from the islands of Vis or Hva. Boats can be taken inside the cave, however it would be a waste to visit the cave and not swim under water; as you get to see the amazing underwater rocks glimmer in silver and pink. The cave is at its best between 11 am and 12 noon, when the blue glow is at its strongest.The electric blue glowing effect is created when the sun’s rays enter through the water and reflect off the limestone floor of the cave. This has been described as truly incredible by visitors who have experienced the cave.

(Picture courtesy of: travel)

Tenerife's spectacular Sea of Clouds

To see the natural phenomenon; ‘Sea of Clouds’ you need to visit mount Teide in Tenerife, which is the highest peak in Spain. The sea of clouds is created when the sea level is condensed as they rise over the steep north slope of the island and meet warmer and drier winds coming from the Azores at a higher altitude. This then creates the thick blanket layer of clouds over the sea. If just looking at it is not enough, why don’t you go within touching distance and Paraglide across?

(Picture courtesy of: weather-forecast )

Fly Geyser, Nevada

Located on gated, private property within the million-acre Black Rock Desert, Fly Geyser is a man-made geothermal geyser which reaches around five feet high in Washoe, Nevada, approximately 20 miles north of Gerlach. The statue is one of the coolest attractions on the island creating a curiosity as no-one really knows how it came into existence. This attraction is not a natural phenomenon; it was reportedly accidentally built by well drilling in 1964. Despite this attraction being private, you can see it through the fence, which is close enough for you to get an incredible photo.

 

(Picture courtesy of: iliketowastemytime)

 

Maldives' Rangali Island, Maldives glowing beaches

Conrad’s Rangali Island in the Maldives is the home to the glowing beach. Here guests can witness the extraordinary, natural wonder that is the bioluminescent phytoplankton which makes the water on the beaches glow at night. This fascinating glow is created by millions of phytoplankton’s, which contain luciferase, a chemical which glows in the dark when it is disturbed by a wave and by pressure of someone standing in the sand. The chemical breaks out into tiny luminous crystal like spots. Make sure you take your camera because you will be able to take brilliant photo’s!
 

 

 (Picture courtesy of gizmodo)

Devils bridge Germany

Devils Bridge is a term used for thousands of ancient bridges in Europe. The most beautiful and unique devil bridge can be found in Germany and is estimated to have been built in 1860. Why is it so beautiful, and better than any other? Well the arched semi-circle bridge is reflected on the water’s surface which creates a perfect circle. The bridge is hazardously steep another aspect of where it gets its name from.

(Picture courtesy of thegomc)

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