Belize – a Place Where Nature Rules!

If you’ve heard of Belize, most probably the description would have been about its breathtaking natural beauty. This small nation Belize, which is just 180 miles long and around 68 miles wide, has abundant natural beauty that can be noticed in its every nook and corner.

In fact, if you want to experience nature at its best, uncorrupted state, Belize is the place to be.

With its year-around pleasant weather, exotic wildlife, fabulous beaches, and a rich diverse culture, this wonderful country is simply irresistible for travelers who want to spend some quality time amidst virgin nature. Plus, Belize resorts are excellent to guarantee you a great Belize vacation in comfort while exploring Mother Nature.

Unexplored Rainforests

Almost half of the area of Belize is covered by thick rainforests where travelers can indulge themselves in variety of exciting activities. The wonderful scenic combination of cool pine forest, flowing streams, picturesque river valleys, beautiful waterfalls and wild life sanctuaries make this place a haven for nature lovers. These tropical forests provide natural habitats for a wide range of animals including jaguar, puma, ocelot, armadillo, tapir and crocodile. Many Belize resorts are located in the pristine rainforests.

Journey Under the Water

Absolutely spectacular is the underwater world of Belize. In fact, the mysterious and colorful world beneath the turquoise sea is a dream destination for a person who loves scuba diving, fishing or snorkeling.

Belize is home to the second largest Barrier Reef in the world and hundreds of magnificent coral islands. Here, under the deep blue water, one can get the chance to see 400 different species of fish, 70 types of hard coral and endless numbers of brightly colored sponges. Many Belize resorts have on site dive shops to provide everything you need for your Belize diving vacation.

And above all these, this small nation has a number of rivers where visitors can go for canoeing, rafting, fishing, river tubing, and more.

Network of Underground Caves

With magnificent underground caves and caverns scattered throughout the nation, Belize offers exciting journeys into an undiscovered world.

During any of the trips to these mysterious caves, one gets the chance to have a peek into the ancient lifestyle of the ancient Maya civilization. If you are interested in ancient history, an even if you aren’t, the enigmatic Mayan past is an unforgettable journey of discovery. Most all hotels in Belize can arrange a great tour exploring caves while on your Belize vacation.

Unlimited Hiking Options

Belize is full of small and big trails to explore the natural surroundings. No matter, whether you are adventurous or not, the trails found in National Parks, resorts, private lands and archaeological sites are designed in such a way that you can make your own journey of discovery and exploration. Also there are many options for hiking, horseback riding and mountain biking.

Bird Watcher’s Paradise

Belize is home to some more than 500 species of birds making it a bird watcher’s paradise. Whether you are on a remote island, or on a jungle walk or in the backyard of your hotel in Belize, you are bound to encounter spectacular birds that are hard to find anywhere else.

Colorful array of tropical birds like the Darting Hummingbirds, Green Jay, Blue-Crowned Mot-Mot, Montezumas Oropendula, Golden Hooded Tanager, Keel-Billed Toucan, Hepatic Tanager, and Crested Guan are just a few from the list of hundreds of species you might see in the area.

From novice to expert birders, bird watching throughout Belize is an experience of a lifetime.

Surely, with so much to see and discover, a vacation in Belize should be planned beforehand. Staying in a good luxury hotel or resort in Belize will only add to your experience.

This little paradise on earth is just a two hour hop away from major US cities, where major airlines such as American Airlines, Continental, Delta, U.S. Air, and Taca Airlines which run daily flights lasting about two hours to Belize International Airport.

Any time is a good time to plan your Belize vacation.

A Visit to Mweya Safari Lodge in Uganda

Mweya safari lodge is a must for every tourist Uganda.This lodge is found in the middle of Queen Elizabeth national Park. Let come what may, this lodge is above the ordinary standard of Ugandan Culture. Everything to it belongs to 5 star hotels though in the bush.

Unless you want to confine yourself to Kampala, I don’t see why miss a country resort like that of Mweya safari resort.

This place is found in western Uganda, some 300 kilometers from Kampala the capital city of Uganda the pearl of Africa.

This resort is in the center to 4 national parks in Western Uganda. One of the national parks is Rwenzori National Park which is found on the Rwenzori Mountains. And if you have been betting to see ice on the equator, then Visit Mountains of the moon in Uganda don’t forget your ice skiing material.

Another national park near Mweya safari lodge is Bwindi impenetrable forest national park which is at the border with Congo and Rwanda .This is the only place in the word where you will be able to see the Gorillas, you may call them Uganda’s gentle giants.

This national park shares its boundaries with Mgahinga national park which is also famous for gorillas .These animals are found in a forest which is still virgin and if you want to see the African tropical forest back to the date of dinosaurs, then visit these 2 national parks.

But what exactly makes Mweya safari lodge tick? After my interaction with the resort workers and the wildlife rangers I came to conclude that the owner of this resort new what was to come out of this venture. Uganda as a pearl of Africa naturally but with many political instabilities, lacked places of leisure and for that matter many workers in Uganda could fry out to other countries at times of their vacations leaving out place like Uganda’s national parks because they lacked recreational facilities like lodges and safari camps .After these people came from these counties which had good facilities like Kenya, the decided to bring their experience to Uganda.

To tell the truth, everything for your wildlife vacation is at this resort. Among the many attractions in this queen Elizabeth national park are the famous tree climbing lions .No any other place in Uganda one can find tree climbing lions. Because of their numbers, every visitor to this park must find a climbing lion as long as one gets a park guide to direct the exact place to find them.

Notwithstanding the number of wildlife in this park, Mweya safari lodge is located near crater lakes famous for birdlife and salt. Both indigenous and migratory birds are found in this park and for those who like nature, day time will be time to go for wildlife and evenings enjoy your self at mweya safari lodge resort

As a place for many people from different backgrounds, the staffs at this lodge come from different backgrounds too. And for that matter it will be hard for you not to enjoy because the language will never be a barrier. So next time you plan you vacation in Uganda, never forget about Mweya safari lodge in Uganda.

Caliente Caribe – The crib of features rolling in untold pleasures

There have many resorts in the world that have never ceased to amaze the human soul with their wonderful features. But none of them have been successful to the level that has been attained by the Caliente Caribe.

This resort is perhaps, the ultimate phenomenon when one has to talk about perfection in resorts. This resort is also located in one of the most exotic locations in the world.

The land of Puerto Rico houses the magnificence of this resort and the housing has been undertaken in a manner which conveys nothing but absolute style laced with the touch of expertise.

Since, the Caliente Caribe is located in Puerto Rico; hence, accessibility to this place is not a problem. Hence, every year, lots and lots of tourists ply to this wonderful resort which differentiates itself from others of its kind by virtue of the extremely innovative and unique features that are provided.

Human beings are given the absolute definition of free will when they are children. For children can do whatever they please without having to worry about the consequences of their actions. However, the Caliente Caribe gives tourists from all over the world, the chance to enjoy this freedom once again.

Hence, there are no rules to be followed in this resort. If one is to give an illustration then one of the major features of this resort is the independence of being able to have a scrumptious dinner anywhere on the resort (be it the room or the vast beach or even while floating in the pool). The word ‘anywhere’ is given the definitive touch of reality with dinners (featuring some of the most exotic cuisines of the world) taking place in areas like nude beaches and parties (which are defiant to time by being all-night parties).

The Caliente Caribe is also well known throughout the world for many other ‘non-clandestine’ reasons which preach the need for ‘being original’.

Hence, this resort deems the necessity of clothing to be subjected to the wishes of a person. Although, the world has many excellent and talented fashion designers involved in creating fashion outfits and designer garments but (according to the Caliente Caribe) nothing is better than the touch of the mild rays of the sun on the soft skin.

Spending time in the Caliente Caribe is perhaps, one of the most interesting activities that can be undertaken. The rooms are situated in two places called the cove and the sea cliff. The amenities with which these rooms are furnished are some of the most luxurious ones ever created.

Hence, the rooms and the scenery along with the activities are all fantastic in the Caliente Caribe. The facilities that are capable of impelling even the most astute troglodyte.

Backwaters and Houseboats in Kerala, God’s Own Country

Kerala, God’s Own Country, is a beautiful state of India. It is situated on the southern tip of the country alongside the azure Arabian Sea. It is globally famous for beach and backwater tourism. Besides some of finest beaches in the world, the exotic land of Kerala has several fascinating backwater destinations like Alleppey, Kollam, Kuttanad, Kollam, Fort Kochi, Trivandrum, Kumarakom, Kozhikode, etc. These all destinations are endowed with superb science beauty and picturesque landscapes.

Backwaters in Kerala are a large chain of several water bodies like brackish lagoons, lovely lakes, canals, enchanting rivers, etc lying parallel to the azure Arabian Sea. The network includes five large lakes linked by scenic canals and nourished by 38 rivers. Backwaters in Kerala are excellent examples of eco tourism and provide tourists amazing opportunity to feel peaceful serenity and amazing nature tourism. They have unique eco system – freshwater from the rivers meets the sea water of the sapphire Arabian Sea.

Houseboats in Backwaters of Kerala Traditionally known as Kettuvallams, Houseboats in Kerala are prime attractions of backwater tourism in the state. House boats are ideal means to explore the amazing beauty of backwaters of the state. Kerala house boats are huge, slow-moving, and luxurious accommodation floating over the scenic waterways of the state. In ancient time, house boats were considered as a convenient means of cargo transportation.

House boats made of eco friendly materials. It is very interesting that no any single nail is used to make house boats. House boats have outfitted with modern amenities and they have facilities like luxurious hotels. In fact, they are luxurious home floating over water bodies away from home. A houseboat stay provides tourists amazing opportunity to explore amazing sightseeing including panoramic sights of paddy fields, wildlife sanctuaries, verdant hill stations, traditional village, ancient but magnificent temples, intricate churches, etc. If shows the daily life to Kerala people.

Kerala houseboats are also very popular among honeymooners or newly married couples to celebrate their much awaited honeymoon vacation in cherishable, peaceful and sheer romantic ambiance. Couples love to enjoy house boat cruise over the scenic backwaters of the state. Couples love to spend few days at luxurious house boats. A night cruise at scenic backwater of the state can be very fascinating and deserving activities for honeymoon couples. As the house boat cruise moves slowly on serene backwaters of the state in the night, couple feel peaceful and absolutely confidential ambiance for their mush awaited honeymoon vacation.

Alleppey and Kumarakom are very famous destinations for starting houseboat cruise over scenic backwaters of the state. There are several travel agencies and house boat cruise operators which offer affordable cruising on backwaters so don’t afraid of Kerala houseboat cost. Well, embark on Kerala tours and choose one of any ideal backwater destinations and start cruising with houseboats in backwaters of Kerala, India.

Ayahuasca Mestizo Shaman Javier Arevalo in the Amazon Rainforest – Part 1

Javier was interviewed by Howard G Charing and Peter Cloudsley in the Peru, Amazon Rainforest 2000. In this interview Javier discusses his involvement with the shamanic Plant medicines of the Amazon, and Ayahuasca in particular.

Healing is at the centre of the Ayahuasca experience. Ayahuasca not only has a powerful and profound effect on the mind and spirit, but also on the physical body. This kind of purification of the body, mind, and spirit in a Ayahuasca ceremony can be the beginning of a process of profound personal and spiritual discovery. This process can continue indefinitely even if one never drinks Ayahuasca again.

Ayahuasca is the jungle medicine of the upper Amazon. It is made from the ayahuasca vine ( Banisteriopsis Caapi) and the leaf of the Chacruna plant (Psychotria Viridis). The two make a potent medicine which opens the doors to experiencing the energetic world which underlies the world of everyday. The vine is an inhibitor which contains harmala and harmaline among other alkaloids, and the leaf contains vision inducing alkaloids. As with all natural medicines, it is a mixture of many alkaloids that makes their unique properties

Ayahuasca is a name derived from two Quechua words: Aya means spirit, ancestor, deceased person, and Huasca means vine or rope, hence it is known as vine of the dead or vine of the soul. It is also known by many other local names including yaje, caapi, natema, pinde, daime, mihi, & dapa. It plays a central role in the spiritual, religious and cultural traditions of the Indigenous and Mestizo (mixed blood) poeples of the upper Amazon, Orinoco plains and the Pacific coast of Colombia and Equador.

Our view is that by seriously looking at the way Ayahuasca is used we can improve our life experience and benefit more from this medicine.

Since the late 1990’s we have worked extensively with Javier Arevalo and we had many discussions on the role of the Amazonian shaman and the use of ayahuasca. Javier comes from Nuevo Progreso, a community of 50 families on the Rio Napo, Department of Loreto, Peru. Several generations of his family before him have been shamans and already at the age of 17, he knew this would be his future. However it was not until he was 20 when his father died from a ‘virote’ (a poisoned dart in the spiritual world) sent by a jealous brujo, (sorcerer) that he felt compelled to follow the arduous five-year apprenticeship to be a shaman.

Javier, what is the role of a shaman?

He learns everything about the rain forest and uses that knowledge to heal his people since they do not have money for Western style doctors. He uses Ayahuasca to discover in his visions, which plants will be effective for which illnesses.

How do you perceive this?

The sprits or plant doctors tell us. As they are pure, they are made happy when we are too, so we must diet in order to attract them. That means we should not eat salt, sugar or alcohol, and abstain from sex. The spirits come and say, for example they will cure in two months if the patient takes a particular plant. Then the shaman goes out to look for the plant.

It is said that every environments has the necessary plants to heal the people?

Yes, every plant has a spirit, the shaman goes into the forest as part of his apprenticeship and spends two years taking plants and roots. He takes Ayahuasca too and the spirit tells him what it cures. Then the shaman tries another plant, each time remembering which ailment is cured by what.