World Travel&Hotel Guide

Located at Mile 0 of Highway 101 on Western Canada's Sunshine Coast north of Vancouver, BC, the tiny fishing village of Lund is a popular destination for boaters, kayakers, hikers, bird watchers, scuba divers and sport fishers.

There is an historic hotel, a campground/RV park and a few cottage rentals in the area. Several restaurants serve fresh fare, and there is water taxi service to tropical Savary Island which boasts white sandy beaches and warm summer waters.


The hotel, general store and post office are open year round, as are the bakery and pub.

Lund is the gateway to world famous Desolation Sound, and many boats dock for the night at the public wharf in the deep water harbour while on their way to or from Desolation Sound or the Discovery Islands. Kayakers especially enjoy the nearby Copeland Islands Provincial Marine Park.

Oysters, clams and prawns are plentiful in the area, and salmon, cod, and halibut can still be caught in season.

About 200 kilometers west of Havana one will find the city of Pinar del Rio. The city is a must to visit if you go to a Havana. The city itself is not very interesting and compared to swinging Havana and other cities farther east a bit boring. But what it lacks in athmosphere it makes up in natural beauty. A bit to the north of the city lies the small village of Vinales, which is surrounded by one of the most beautiful sceneries in the world.
Karst formations with tabacco plantages between them make for a spectacle. One can easily hike there for a very pleasant day. To the south-west of the city you will find the village of San Juan y Martinez. The capital of the tabacco planting of Cuba and the world. Lots of people will offer you to show you their farm and explain you all about the process of making the best tabacco in the world. It is also a great spot to buy the famous cigars, although these can't be legally taken from the country because you will not get the official purchase receipt you will get in the government stores, which you need for customs.

The Seychelles are right in the heart of the Indian Ocean between the African East Coast and India. They are a bit closer to Africa geographically speaking but culturally it is an amalgam of european, african ,indian and chineese cultures which can be found in the language creole based on french the cuisine french base with indian spices and chineese way of cooking and tfinally the music which comes predominantly from african roots music mixed with european country dance which has give rise to the sega beat unique to the indian ocean region, and geologically speaking it is maybe closer to the Indian subcontinent. The Seychelles are the only granitic islands in the world (all the others are volcanic or biological in origin) which accounts for it's unusual rock formations. The islands were "left behind" as the Indian sub-continent moved northward on its way to collide with Asia.


The seychelles consist of 115 islands, all of the type "tropical paradise used in Bounty commercial".

Mahe is the biggest island. It is dominated by a mountain range that forms the backbone of the island. The highest peak, Morne Seychellois, reaches a height of 905metres and provides a perfect backdrop to the capital city Victoria. Nearby is the beautiful Ste Anne Marine National Park

Praslin is the second biggest island. One century ago, General Gordon (of Khartoum) visited this island and became convinced that it was the location of the original earthly paradise, the Garden of Eden.


But La Digue is probably the most beautiful island. An aura of charm and tranquillity surrounds La Digue. This island is accessible by boat and helicopter; by boat about one and a half hours from Mahé and thirty minutes from Praslin. For years the way of life on La Digue has remained unchanged, transport is mainly by ox-cart or bicycle. On La Digue, time seems to stand still.

The licence plate for Manitoba says "Friendly Manitoba", and they mean it. From world-renowned attractions to out-of-the way attractions, Manitoba has everything and anything to offer the seasoned traveller.


Home to one of the world's largest fresh water lake, Lake Winnipeg, just an hour north of the capital city of Winnipeg, boasts incredible fishing, skiing, hiking, boating and any other water recreational sport you can think of. Grand Beach, the premiere destination for sun-worshippers, can be found on this glorious lake, as well as numerous smaller beaches and piers. In the winter, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling are favourite sports, as well as hockey, skating and snoboarding.

Take the train up to Churchill (a two-day trip across beautiful prairie) and see the polar bears, an incredibly popular destination. Or hike through the dozens of provincial and national parks located in Manitoba, including Bird's Hill, Riding Mountain and the Whiteshell.


Or stay in many of the bed and breakfasts in the numourous prairie towns and see a sunrise like you've never seen before, or watch a wicked prairie thunderstorm.

Manitoba truly is a destination for the adventurous at heart.

Santos is the major port of Brazil. Most of the goods destined to Sao Paulo pass through its docks.

Most of the exports that come through here are coffee, fruits, cotton, grains and meat.

Santos was founded in 1543 by the Portuguese. The city grew into a major port when the railway from the interior was completed in 1867.


The Coffee Exchange is the one of the most impressive buildings in town, with an impressive neo-classical facade.

Once in town you should not miss the Boat Ride at the Santos Bay (usually only weekends, except in summer). Go to "ponta da praia" and find the people with the "Passeio de Escuna" boards.

Two great places to eat are Mar de Plats (sp) for seafood and Tertulia (a Brazilian steakhouse) which were both very good.

A feast for the senses awaits you in Ontario. From lush wilderness to urban adventures, Ontario offers a variety of year-round travel experiences and vacation ideas. Celebrate the seasons, arts, sports, heritage and culture. Whatever your passion, there's more to discover in Ontario.


Due to Ontario's size, temperatures may vary tremendously from region to region and even within the regions themselves. Generally, the weather is considered continental, with January being the coldest month of the year and July being the warmest. Temperatures are given officially in degrees Celsius (C) with the Fahrenheit equivalent (F) often added. For an exact conversion of Celsius to Fahrenheit, multiply the Celsius temperature by 9/5 and add 32.


Many tourists visit Niagara Falls as it is an exceptional waterfall and a must if you enjoy waterfalls. It is believed that The City of Hamilton which is one hour drive away has the most number of waterfalls of any city in the world for its size of a half million people. To date 126 waterfalls and cascades have been found within the city boundaries earning it the nicknames "The City of Waterfalls" and "The Waterfall Capital of the World".

• Belize is home to the longest barrier reef in this hemisphere.
• Belize offers hundreds of ancient Maya sites both excavated and jungle-covered.
• Belize has over 600 identified species of birds.