San Felipe de Puerto Plata is the capital of the Puerto Plata province on the Dominican Republic’s Atlantic north coast. The city is best known for its beaches. Playa Dorada’s lengthy beachfront is backed by resorts and an 18-hole golf course. The city’s old colonial-era center is dominated by the 16th-century Fortaleza San Felipe, a Spanish fortress that now houses historical and military artifacts.
There are plenty of things to explore in Charlotte Amelie: up in the hills, by the sea and underwater. Culture, food and drinks, stunning nature and delightful shopping opportunities — you'll never get bored.
Mountainous St. Kitts, the first English settlement in the Leeward Islands, crams some stunning scenery into its 65 square miles (168 square km). Vast, brilliant green fields of sugarcane (the former cash crop, now slowly being replanted) run to the shore. The fertile, lush island has some fascinating natural and historical attractions: a rain forest replete with waterfalls, thick vines, and secret trails; a central mountain range dominated by the 3,792-foot Mt. Liamuiga, whose crater has long been dormant; and Brimstone Hill, known in the 18th century as the Gibraltar of the West Indies. St. Kitts and Nevis, along with Anguilla, achieved self-government as an associated state of Great Britain in 1967. In 1983 St. Kitts and Nevis became an independent nation. English with a strong West Indian lilt is spoken here. People are friendly but shy; always ask before you take photographs. Also, be sure to wear wraps or shorts over beach attire when you're in public places.
We couldn’t write this itinerary without mentioning New Orleans City Park . You could spend a whole day in that park, from browsing art at NOMA to taking the kiddos to play at Storyland, to renting a swan boat at Big Lake, and strolling through the Sydney & Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden . Get away from the hustle and bustle of downtown in this urban oasis.
Another option for enjoying New Orleans is traveling to the Lakefront. Enjoy seafood dinners and sailboat watching at this picturesque location that often flies under the radar.
Lastly, consider going beyond the city limits. Louisiana’s first and only swamp zipline is located 45 minutes out in LaPlace at Zip NOLA . Located across the river on the Westbank is Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve , a sportsman’s paradise. If craving a beach moment while in New Orleans, look no further than Fontainebleau State Park going north into Mandeville.
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Country Roads Of Ireland - End Dublin, Classic Group
Let the luck of the Irish be with you on this 12-day guided tour across Ireland. Start the tour in Dublin, where you get up close to the Book of Kells, an ancient Gospel manuscript filled with mythical beasts and Celtic knots. In Kilkenny, visit the majestic Kilkenny Castle with a Local Expert. A chef will share traditional Irish recipes at a farm-to-table feast in Killarney. You'll see the Ring of Kerry, a mystical, verdant peninsula dotted with seaside villages. Finally, step onto Giant's Causeway with it's basalt columns carved onto the coast by volcanic lava, or a giant's feet, if Irish myth is to be believed.
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Ring in 2027 in unforgettable style aboard the Carnival Spirit—where the countdown meets the open sea and celebration knows no limits! Picture dazzling parties under the stars, champagne toasts with ocean views, vibrant entertainment, and electric energy as you sail into the New Year surrounded by excitement, laughter, and pure joy. This isn’t just a celebration—it’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience you’ll be talking about long after the fireworks fade. 🎉🌊✨
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