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Cold PEOPLE DON’T TAKE TRI PS,

TRIPS TAKE PEOPLE.

-JOHN STEINBECK -

Getaway

Summer Vacation Destination The best time to enjoy a perfect

getaway is of course during the

summer! Most of the travellers prefer

to enjoy their summer in a warm and

cosy vacation destination. For this

issue, I will be suggesting the warm

and cosy destination for summer

vacation of my choice. Introducing the

summer getaway destination of my

choice, Bora Bora Island.

Bora Bora Island is a major

international tourist destination and it

is famous for its aqua-centric luxury

resorts. Produce of the island is

mostly limited to what can be

obtained from the sea and the

plentiful coconut trees, which were

historically of economic importance for

copra. According to a 2008 census,

Bora Bora has a permanent population

of 8,880.

In the ancient times, the name Bora

Bora originates from the phrase ‘Pora

pora mai te pora’ which means

“created by the Gods” in the local

Tahitian dialect.

By Nor Rahshanna Muhd. Shan, April 2016

The economy of the island is merely based

on the tourism attraction of the island.

Over the years, several high classed resort

were built on the island to accommodate

the requirements of the visitors to that

island.

Today, Bora Bora Island has become

one of the famous aqua-centric getaway

destination among travellers.

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If you crave for some adventures in Bora Bora Island, here is the list of the top

three activities and attractions that you can do there.

Bora Bora Glass Bottom Tour

You can enjoy Bora Bora`s underwater world

without getting wet. While aboard a comfortable,

covered boat, you’ll cruise over the colourful

coral and see numerous of beautiful tropical fish

through the glass-bottom floor. Your guide will

share the history and legends of Bora Bora`s famous lagoon during your cruise.

Full Day Lagoon Cruise & Motu Tahitian Barbecue

You’ll get a chance to snorkel in the beautiful

coral gardens, watch the graceful stingrays in

their natural environment, and get up close and

personal with black tipped reef sharks. This

excursion includes a stop at motu Tapu for a

traditional style of Tahitian barbecue.

Bora Bora Parasailing and Kitesurfing

Enjoy an exhilarating view of Bora Bora from

your colourful parachute as you parasail over

blue waters near Matira Beach. Watch for turtles,

sharks and stingrays below, or gaze out toward

Mount Otemanu. Another interesting way to

enjoy the view is by kite sailing.

For the perfect getaway at Bora Bora Island, you definitely will need to get your

hands on these adventurous activities. In order to experience the warm and

cosiness of Bora Bora Island, you can go online and look out for the best deal you

can get for the perfect getaway at Bora Bora Island.


Winter Vacation Destination

For those who craves to enjoy the flaky white

snow and experience the chills of winter,

here’s the place that I suggest for you.

Switzerland is a landlocked country in the

central Europe. It has boarders with France

to the west and Italy to the south. Also, it

has boarders with Austria to the east and

Germany to the north. The climate in

Switzerland is temperate, but can varies with

the attitude. Switzerland has cold, cloudy,

snowy winters, humid summers with

occasional rain.

Switzerland is best known for the existence

of its mountains. It has Alps in the south and

Jura in the northwest.

Switzerland is famous for its ski resort during the

winter season. Over the year, the ski resorts in

Switzerland had become a must-visit getaway

destination for professional skiers.

The flaky white snow on the mountains in

Switzerland are perfect for those who loved to

ski during winter. The terrains and slopes are

suitable for either amateur or professional skiers.


Today, the ski resorts in Switzerland are increasing in numbers to attract more

visitors to enjoy the pleasant view and experience the excitement of skiing. These

resorts are also amongst Switzerland’s busiest, and most expensive, a fact

compounded by the Swiss National Bank, making a holiday to Switzerland a high

class endeavour. But while no Swiss ski resort could exactly be considered a

bargain, there are dozens of fantastic resorts that tick enough other boxes to

make the country an attractive option for a ski holiday.

Here’s the list of the top three greatest choice of ski resort for those planning

to experience skiing during this coming winter season.

Andermatt

Better known as the Swiss Army training base, Andermatt

is one of Switzerland’s prettiest ski towns. It’s also one of

Europe’s great untapped freeriding resorts. While

intermediates will enjoy the pits connecting Andermatt

with Sedrun, experts would be wise take the gondola to

the peak of the foreboding Gemsstock. With limited

pistes, this mountain is a powder hunter’s dream. It is

advised to hire a guide to take you on the backcountry

route to the nearby village of Hospental.

Arosa-Lenzerheide

The resorts of Arosa and Lenzerheide do not offer enough

terrain to keep an advanced skier interested for more

than a couple of days. But the linking of the two resorts

in late 2013 changed all that. Now, the gentler well-

groomed slopes, swift lift systems and accessible off-piste

of Arosa are just a gondola ride away from the steeper

sections, magnificent views and mountain dining of

Lenzerheide. The sledge is quite big in these parts, with

several fun slopes in both resorts. Both resorts also

provide half-pipes, and some lovely, tree-lined ski-outs.

Laax

Laax and the interconnected resorts of Flims and Falera are a

Switzerland-bound snowboarder's dream. Key to the area’s appeal

are its four snow parks high up on the somewhat awkwardly-named

Crap Sogn Gion, which in total offers more than 90 kickers, boxes

and other obstacles. The facilities act as a magnet for international

pros, with many dropping by for the Burton European Open held

here each season. The resort area also offers vast off-piste areas,

some decent tree riding, and of course skiing! With lots of fast

gondolas to whisk you to the peaks quickly, it is a great place for a school for beginner skiers.


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What to wear when you go for an island vacation?

If you planning on going to tropical, warm weather island the key to what should you wear is the

comfort. When choosing your clothing for the island vacation, we recommend cotton-based, loose-

fitting, breathable and moisture-wicking clothes as they will feel best against your skin. Choose cloth

that a high polyester and nylon content at home as they will tend to feel hot and scratchy on your skin in

the heat and humidity.

From patterned swimwear to pretty sundresses, this stylish beach gear will have you looking your best

during your coastal getaway.

If you’ll be lounging by a hotel pool, we recommend wearing a cover-up over your swimsuit as you walk

to and from the pool. Most resorts request that you wear swimsuit cover-ups in restaurants, lobbies and

other common areas that are not immediately around the pool.


Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat are also daytime essentials to wear on island.

When going to the beach, you’d definitely want some shade, so don’t forget to bring your beach hat.

When it comes to beach hats, I usually prefer the big, plain, simple, woven ones. When picking a hat to

bring to the beach, make sure pick the ones that you can afford to get wet because most probably, it’ll be blown by the sea breeze and most likely touch the ocean water.

Protect your eyes by wearing sunglasses. The best sunglasses individuals with rectangular or long faces

are the ones that have large, square frames. For heart-shaped faces, go for cat-eyed frames of aviators

with rounded upper corners.

The dress code at most island restaurants is called resort wear. What does resort wear mean?

For ladies, that means casual skirts, dresses and slacks as well as Capri pants and nice (dressier) shorts along with a casual blouse.


When going to the beach, you’d definitely want some shade, so don’t forget to bring your beach hat.

When it comes to beach hats, I usually prefer the big, plain, simple, woven ones. When picking a hat to

bring to the beach, make sure pick the ones that you can afford to get wet because most probably, it’ll be blown by the sea breeze and most likely touch the ocean water.

For a sunset sail, we highly recommend that you don’t wear a dress or skirt due to the extra breezy

conditions on the water. Instead, we recommend something like Bermuda shorts or Capri pants, a short -sleeved shirt and a light sweater.

While showing off all of your best accessories is tempting, try to simplify what you bring. One medium -

sized handbag in a neutral colour that can transition from day to night will suffice. Stick to your everyday

jewellery and add just a few special pieces for going out. Finally, try to pack no more than three or four

pairs of shoes. It might seem impossible, but a pair of boots, heels, sneakers, and flats will easily see you

through a couple weeks.


Packing can be a challenge this time of year. You need to stay warm without wearing the same outfit

every day, and you have to fit all your heavy winter clothes into a very small suitcase. To help you out,

we’ve compiled tried-and-true tips to ensure that your winter packing will be a breeze from here on out.


Given that your feet are on the front line of most weather you will encounter, this is the one area that I

recommend you be unafraid to go big. A solid, decent-looking pair of low-frills winter boots that you

wear right onto the airplane will come through for you again and again during a winter trip.

Make sure that everything you pack goes together so that you can mix and match pieces. Choose a

neutral base colour, like black and/or camel, and build the wardrobe for your trip around that.

Fabrics such as cashmere will keep you warm but they’re generally lightweight, so they won’t take up

precious space in your bag.


The days of massive mittens and wool gloves are gone, at least for smart travellers; you can get a great

pair of warm, waterproof, yet very thin gloves that weigh only a few ounces and will take up only a few

square inches of your luggage. The breathability makes them wearable across a wide temperature

range, the waterproofing makes them useful in the worst weather, and the tight packaging makes them

very low impact both when packing and when carrying them around.


As you’re packing, ask yourself if and when you’re going to wear each item. If you can’t think of at least

two occasions, don’t bring it.


Famous Island Restaurant

Written by: Ainul Afiqah bt Muhd Nizam

Café Matisse, Nassau Island

Lagoon Restaurant by Jean-Georges,Bora Bora Island

Café Matisse, is tucked away from the main

tourists’ attractions on Bay Street and has been

noted as Nassau’s most picturesque Italian

restaurant. The menu changes every three months

to keep things fresh and new so most likely I won’t

be able to order the same thing again if I

return. The wine list was impressive and boasted

winemakers from South Africa, Italy, France,

United States, Chile and Argentina. A semillon

from France paired perfectly with my Stinco

D'agnello Al Forno Con Pure Di Patate or spiced,

slow cooked lamb shank and mashed potatoes.

This is the most remote and exotic restaurant in

the portfolio of celebrity chef Jean-Georges

Vongerichten, a man who has arguably

influenced fine dining more than any other chef

over the last two decades. The granddaddy of

French nouveau cuisine has crafted a menu that

blends local seafood with European flair. The

fresh, sharp tastes will excite your new wife’s

palate and energize both of you for a full night of

island horizontal tango. Vince Vaughn used the

location to shoot Couples Retreat, a bad movie

with the most awe-inspiring backdrop since

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Maromoto Maui, Hawaii

La Garrapata, Galapagos Island

Located in South Maui at the

newest Andaz Maui Resort in Wailea, Morimoto is named for

highly-acclaimed celebrity chef Masaharu Morimoto of

Iron Chef and Iron Chef America. Enjoy breathtaking views of Mokapu Beach while

savoring the best quality local ingredients, including hand-

rolled sushi, fresh fish, steak and seasonal cocktails with a

Japanese and Western flair.

Your restaurant had better be good if

you name it after as unpleasant an arachnid as a tick, which is what

"garrapata" means in English. And La Garrapata good, making it a long-

standing favorite among locals and visitors alike. It pioneered the open-

sided, relaxed, and rustic look so many places in the islands have more or less

successfully tried to copy. Service is prompt unless the place is packed. Besides the varying set lunches with rice

typical for Ecuador, which tends to take a fair bit less time to serve, the menu

offers fish and seafood dishes including an excellent tuna in sesame and pepper

sauce and, in season, local lobster, best accompanied with a white from one of

Puerto Ayora's best wine lists.


Chao men

Conch Salad


Caribbean

Simmered in huge pots

across the Caribbean, this

thick and rich stew can

include aubergine, okra,

squash, potatoes and

pretty much anything else

that grows in the islands'

rich earth. Beef is the most

common meat, while fungi

- tasty cornmeal dumplings

- add texture. It's called

souse in the Bahamas,

which may refer to the

condition of the cook given

that no two recipes or even batches are alike. Pepperpot