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Caribbean Travel & Resort Reviews - Debbie's Caribbean Travel Page Caribbean/Mexico Travel & Resort Reviews - Debbie's Caribbean Travel Page Home Contact us Advertise add url Your Local Travel Agent Visit our Travel Forums Links, reviews, photos to help you with your Caribbean vacation planning Resort Maps Caribbean Resort & Travel Links Temperature & Weather print popular Spanish Phrases Caribbean Weddings Traveling with Kids Reviews Caribbean Spas Villas & Apartments Caribbean Tours & Activities Scuba Diving Resort Photos For USA and Canada destinations go to Debbie's Hotel Reviews for the USA & Canada Please send your review to: reviews@debbiescaribbeanresortreviews.com Resort Reviews Anguilla Antigua Aruba Bahamas Barbados Belize Bermuda Bonaire Br. Virgin Islands Cayman Islands Colombia Costa Rica Cuba Curacao Dominica Dominican Rep Grenada Guadeloupe Guatemala Haiti Honduras Jamaica Martinique Mexico Nicaragua Panama Puerto Rico St Barthelemy St Eustatius/Saba St Kitts/Nevis St Lucia St Maarten St Martin St. Vincent & the Grenadines San Andres Trinidad/Tobago Turks/Caicos US Virgin Islands Venezuela Site Map Reviews reflect the opinion of the writer. Disclaimer - Please Read home - advertise add url - contact us National Hurricane Center For information on hurricane damage toMexican Resorts, please go to our Mexico forum Special Reviews from our readers When you see the " little Debbie " icon, you know you have found that extra "Special Review" that makes you say to yourself "I want to stay at that resort!" Azul Hotel & Beach Resort Anand ~ Canada It said that this resort was for people who wanted to chill, relax and enjoy the classy service. They were absolutely right!!! This resort is one of the best ones I have stayed. Its a small cozy resort with ~ 100 rooms. Web Debbie's Caribbean Reviews Villa Rentals & Sales Check out some of these many fine villas for rent or sale. A villa vacation is great for families! Villa Sales & Rentals Joanne's Bahamas Journal December 19 - A few Days befroe Christmas Joanne's husband was transferred to the Four Seasons Hotel, in Great Exuma , Bahamas, as Director of Engineering. Read her Journal and see how she adjusts to her new life. Caribbean Weddings Our Caribbean Wedding Page has info on wedding requirements, fees and wedding stories from our readers. - December 16 Laura celebrated her wedding at the Barcelo Maya Beach Resort in Mexico Caribbean Tours & Activities Read our reviews of Caribbean tours, restaurants, golf and how to explore on your own - all contributed by our readers! Caribbean Tours & Activities Caribbean Spa Reviews We go to spas to be pampered & restore our minds and bodies. With the growing popularity of spas in the Caribbean, we hope the links and reviews will help you choose the spa that is right for you. Caribbean Travel with Kids Read reviews to see what resort offers the best kids programs as well as other activities to make the vaction enjoyable for both parents and children. Recommend our site to a friend Last updated: December 19, 2005 New Reviews Posted To find the most recent reviews posted go to: New Reviews Received & Posted A word about ratings For information on review guidelines and how to write a review, see: "How to write a Review" Please use the reviews posted on these pages as a guide, not as the definitive answer to "should I book this resort". Everyone has different expectations for their holiday. Look at all the reviews for the resort and read between the lines. You should not avoid a resort because of an occasional negative review. Visit our Travel Forums Visit our Travel Forums Join our very active and friendly moderated Travel Forums. Your questions will be answered here as well having the opportunity of meeting some really great people with the same interests as you. Photos & Maps of Resorts Some of our readers have sent us links to their vacation photos. Check our Resort Photo Links Page to view thousands of resort photos from all over the Caribbean. Contribute to our Caribbean Resort Maps collection and e-mail us your resort map. Please put map and name of resort in the subject line. Scuba Diving Planning on scuba dving while in the Caribbean?Our Scuba Diving page has dive reports, scuba links as well as information about the best dive locations for every country. Debbie's own Caribbean Resort Reviews Check out Debbie's Reviews from our most recent trip. We have also vacationed at over 20 other resorts in the Dominican Republic as well as resorts in St. Lucia, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Venezuela & Cuba.

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FamilyFun: Michigan Family Vacation Sign Up for Free Newsletters Michigan History Lesson by Robert N. Jenkins What to see and do in Lower Michigan 1 of 4 Souvenirs and memories define the success of any vacation, and my family came away from a trip to Michigan with a minivan-load of them. Long after he has outgrown the T-shirt listing 10 reasons why it's neat to be a nuclear engineer, my 14-year-old son Michael will remember our guided tour of a reactor. When 10-year-old Ryan's crush on Dominique Moceanu has evaporated, he will still have the aluminum coin he made that linked their names. And with nothing more than a couple of glossy magazines and some creased floor-plan maps, the boys—and their Mom and I—will recall the thrill of gazing at the long tables of beakers and mechanical gadgets in Thomas Edison's lab, of staring at a moon rock and imagining its secrets, of learning the human side of the Great Depression and World War II's homefront. The boys might even reflect on the curious diversity that Michigan presents: From the skyscrapers and historic major league baseball stadium of downtown Detroit, to the blocks-long auto factories, to mile upon mile of cornfields and forests, the way to see Michigan is to drive it. Time, not the horizon beyond our windshield, was the real limit on our trip. My family spent 12 days circling the southern half of the state starting in Lansing and ending in Holland; the journey could be completed in less time without the stop in Holland. We began our family trip to Michigan by flying to Detroit, where we rented a minivan. For the most part we stayed in East Lansing and generally made day trips out and back. A good place to stay is the Kellogg Center (517-432-4000), located on the Michigan State University campus. Athletic facilities, classroom buildings and dormitories are only a short walk away. A deluxe room, which provided a sitting area and beds for everyone, costs $126 per night. Also close to the campus, in the town of Okemos, is a Holiday Inn Express (517-347-6690). Rates are about $89 a night for a two-bed room. Robert N. Jenkins is the travel editor of the ST. PETERSBURG TIMES in St. Petersburg, Florida. Please keep in mind that phone numbers, addresses, and prices are subject to change. Updated August 2005. 1 of 4 IN THIS ARTICLE: Michigan Family Vacation Michigan Historical Center Henry Ford Museum Planning a Michigan Vacation RELATED LINKS:

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Russia Tourism East Russia Travel : This site has been designed to educate, inform and promote Eco, cultural and other tourism opportunities in Eastern Russia. New Russia : Official Site of the Russian National Tourist Office. This is a beautifully presented site, and very easy to navigate; who needs frames? There is an enlightening history section, and of course the mythical Trans Siberian Railway routes. Trans-Siberian : A Dutchman's well-illustrated, and fast-loading travelogue. Visiting Russia Russian Visas : All foreign nationals are required to have entry visas to travel to the Russian Federation. You can easily obtain your entry visas for Russia and the CIS online, from the comfort of your own home. If you are transiting through Moscow Sheremetyevo airport, you may also purchase a visa at the airport, to visit Red Square and The Kremlim while you wait for your connecting flight. And believe me, there can be some very long waits. If you're staying in Russia for more than 3 days, you'll need to register your visa through your hotel or sponsor. For those travelling to a number of Russian cities, all points of entry and all itinerary stops in Russia need to be printed on the visa. It's also a good idea to make photocopies of your passport and visa and carry them with you at all times. Travellers who wish to stay in Russia for more than 3 months need to have an HIV test, to prove that they don't carry the virus. The HIV certificate needs to be in Russian and English and valid for 3 months from the date of medical examination. Russian Customs Regulations : You need to fill out a customs declaration upon arrival in Russia with the amount of currency brought into the country declared and all valuable items listed (including your cell phone). Make sure that the declaration is officially stamped by customs officers on entry, to prevent difficulties in taking currency and valuables out. 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St Petersburg Hostel : More Youth Hostels are appearing as budget travel takes off -- when we first went to Russia, you had to pre-book your itinerary through Intourist to receive vouchers for dollar hungry hotels. The State Hermitage Museum : The State Hermitage occupies six magnificent buildings situated along the embankment of the River Neva, right in the heart of St. Petersburg. The Hermitage collections of works of art (over 3,000,000 items) present the development of the world culture and art from the Stone Age to the 20th century. Where Russia : Moscow and St Petersburg are two different cities. Get a feel for these Russian cities by reading the articles at Where Russia. Pulkovo Passengers travelling through St. Petersburg, on Pulkovo flights, get a free hotel stay if their connecting flight is the following day or they have more than a six hour wait. Pulkovo Airlines : The regional airline of St Petersburg operates charter flights to some 84 cities abroad and 46 cities within Russia and the CIS. Pulkovo Airport : Pulkovo airport has two air terminals: Pulkovo-1-- for domestic, CIS and charter flights and Pulkovo-2 for international flights. Pulkovo Airport Transfers : As well as arranging accommodation for visitors to St. Petersburg, Gopetersburg now offer airport transfers for €25 (1-2 people) as compared to the €40-60 normally charged by taxis at the airport. It's a good idea to book your airport taxi in advance. 5% discount to Travel Notes members . Pulkovskaya Hotel : The hotel is situated close to the Moskovskaya metro station, in one of the most beautiful St. Petersburg districts. Only 10 minutes, free shuttles can also whisk you into the city within 20 minutes. The hotel is especially convenient for guests planning to visit the famous royal estates: Peterhof, Pushkin, Pavlovsk and the residence of the Russian President -- Constantinovsky Palace. The Urals The Ural Mountains are stuffed with gems and precious stones. You can buy fantastic handmade jewellery and souvenirs in Ekaterinberg: malachite, garnet, turquoise and jasper made into colourful, sparkling rings, necklaces, key chains and jewellery boxes. About Ekaterinburg : Ekaterinburg is the third largest Russian city, administrative centre of Sverdlovsk oblast and the capital of the Urals. Ekaterinburg History : Ekaterinburg (Yekaterinburg), the capital city of the Urals, was founded in 1723 by Tzar Peter the Great (and named after his wife, Catherine). The city witnessed the death of monarchy in Russia, as it was in Ekaterinburg that the last Russian czar Nicholas II with his family was assassinated, in Ipatiev house by the Bolsheviks on July 16, 1918. When Josef Stalin ruled the Soviet Union, Ekaterinburg became the largest passing point for the so called political criminals, who were sent to develop the lands of Siberia and the Far East; the inhuman work was another name for a death sentence. Ekaterinburg Webcam : A view of the Malysheva - Khokhryakova crossroad in Ekaterinburg . Forsage-plus : (Incoming Tourism) There are many outstanding historical monuments in the area. We suggest that you take a one-day tour to Verkhoturje -- a truly amazing village not far from Ekaterinburg, where you can see the most beautiful churches in Russia and listen to stunning legends about the famous ancient monastery. Ural Airlines : Located at Sputnikov str., 6 in Ekaterinburg. Tel: +7 /3432/ 242-850, 266-789 Fax: +7 /3432/ 266-416 Information phone +7 /3432/ 268-845 . US Consulate in Ekaterinburg : American visitors to Russia can find out about citizen services and the region; Russian travellers to America can learn about visa services; U.S. businessmen can access reports on trade and investment, and Russian students and journalists can read the latest U.S. policy statements on events around the world. Russian Tours All-Russia Travel Services : Apart from offering the usual Russian visa and accommodation services, this website also has a section on rail travel in Russia and driving across Siberia ; from Moscow to Vladivostok. The 10,000 kilometre road journey is probably best taken from west to east, as the most arduous part of the journey is undertaken first and the vehicle's resale value is higher in Moscow. Up to 5% discount to Travel Notes Members . Mak Moscow : Explore the charm that lives in every corner of Russia from the Kremlin and the palaces that fascinate the visitor with their beauty, to the churches outlining the profile of Moscow and the cities that decorate the shores of the Black Sea and Baltic Coast. 4% discount to Travel Notes Members . Travel in Russia : Escorted tours around Saint Petersburg and its suburbs. Also offer tours and shore excursions for cruise ship tourists . Cruising To Russia 1800-Cruises.com : Enjoy a cruise of Russia, the Baltic States and Scandinavia. Princess' Grand Princess : (10 nights) Departs Copenhagen, Denmark >> Nynashamn, Sweden >> Helsinki, Finland >> St. Petersburg, Russia >> Tallinn, Estonia >> Gdansk, Poland >> Warnemunde, Berlin >> Helsingor and Copenhagen, Denmark. Departure Dates in 2004: May 19; Jun 8; Jun 28; Jul 18; Aug 7. NCL's Norwegian Dream : (12 nights) Departs Dover, England >> Transit Kiel Canal (optional tour to Hamburg) >> Berlin (Warnemunde) >> Cruise Baltic Sea >> Tallinn, Estonia >> St. Petersburg, Russia (optional tour to Moscow) >> Helsinki, Finland >> Stockholm, Sweden >> Cruise Swedish Archipelagos >> Copenhagen, Denmark >> Cruise North Sea >> Return to Dover. Departure Dates in 2004: May 13; May 25; Jun 6; Jun 18; Jun 30; Jul 12; Jul 24; Aug 5; Aug 17; Aug 29; Sep 10. Celebrity's Constellation : (12 nights) -- Aug 26th, 2004 Departs Dover, England >> Cruise the North Sea >> Oslo, Norway >> Stockholm, Sweden >> Helsinki, Finland >> St. Petersburg, Russia >> Muuga (Tallinn), Estonia >> Copenhagen, Denmark >> Return to Dover, England. 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Taiwan Luxury Villas---Plus tons of enjoyable virtual tours and streaming videos---You will find everything here, all the insider's secrets. Shaped roughly like a tobacco leaf, 240 miles long and 85 miles wide, Taiwan is located 100 miles off the coast of southeastern China and is approximately the same size as Holland. The Portuguese named it La Isla Formosa ("beautiful island") during their occupation in 1517 and for very good reasons. The east coast has magnificent cliffs that dive straight into the ocean and mountains, many over 10,000 feet high, cover two-thirds of the island. The Jade Mountain (Yushan), for example, is the tallest peak in northeast Asia at 13,114 feet; the climate at sea level is subtropical. Taiwan Luxury Tours Taiwan has been loosely affiliated with China since the 13th century and independent since 1945. Today, Taiwan is a living showcase of Chinese culture and tradition. The best display of China's past is seen in The National Palace Museum in Taipei, reputed to be the world's greatest repository of Chinese art. Taiwan Country Highlights Taiwan Country & Its People Another of Taipei's attractions is the Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial, one of the most breathtaking sites in Taiwan. Jade markets, tea shops, parks and more museums also await you. Taiwan is situated in the Western Pacific about 160 kilometers (100 miles) off the southeastern coast of the Asiatic Continent. Lying midway between Korea and Japan to the north and Hong Kong and the Philippines to the south, Taiwan is a natural gateway for travelers to and within Asia. Taiwan has a total area of nearly 36,000 sq. km (14,400 sq.miles). The island is shaped roughly like a tobacco leaf, and is bisected north to south by the Central Mountain Range. About two-thirds of the island is covered with mountains with the rest made up of foothills, terraced flatlands, and coastal plains and basins. Yu Shan (Jade Mountain), the island tallest peak, towers 3,952 meters (12,966 feet) above sea level. The Tropic of Cancer crosses the southern part of Taiwan. Taiwan proper also includes the Penghu Archipelago--a group of 64 islands--and 21 other islands. Most of them are of volcanic origins, while some are formed by a mass of coral reefs. Taiwan is a stable democracy and has a strong and well-developed economy. Tourist facilities are widely available. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Passport required. Taiwan previously required that U.S. visitors to Taiwan hold passports valid for at least six months. This is no longer the case: Taiwan now considers U.S. passports valid for return to the United States for six months beyond the expiration date of the passport. For specific information about entry requirements, travelers may contact the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office (TECRO), 4201 Wisconsin Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20016-2137, via either its main telephone number,(202) 895-1800, or its visa section telephone number,(202) 895-1814. The main fax number at TECRO is (202) 363-0999, and the visa section fax number is (202) 895-0017. There is also an Internet address: http://www.taipei.org/teco.htm. The Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO) also has offices in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Guam, Honolulu, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, San Francisco and Seattle. AMERICAN INSTITUTE IN TAIWAN: Unofficial relations with the people of Taiwan are conducted through the American Institute in Taiwan, whose offices are authorized by law to perform American citizen services. 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The National Palace Museum boasts one of the world's most important art collections, originally housed in Beijing's Forbidden City. Taipei's temples and bustling streets are balanced by the waterfalls and hot springs of nearby Yangminshan Park, enlivened each spring by cherry blossoms. South of Taipei, artisans' villages make for a fascinating day's excursion. On the East Coast, Taroko Gorge is a steep ravine with marble-rich cliffs and delightful pavilions. Inland, Sun Moon Lake is a lovely spot, with deep blue waters surrounded by mountains. Traditional arts thrive at Lukang, on the western coast. Traveling south, Tainan boasts a wealth of temples, befitting a city that was the island's capital for over two hundred years. At the southern tip of the island, Kenting National Park is a beautiful land of white sand beaches and exotic tropical plants. 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