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Not many locations in Cuba display as much natural magnificence as Pinar del Rio. Set apart by the nature, this region hosts two of the six World Reservations of the Biosphere in the Cuba.

The charm of its flora and fauna constitutes the fundamental attractiveness of the county and of course is the land of the best tobacco in the world. Pinar del Rio constitutes a destination of excellent interest for those who find in the contact with the nature a good reason to travel.

Also situated in the Viales Valley, surrounded by its astonishing mountains, is the Camping site Dos Hermanas (Two Sisters) that easy the enjoyment of the landscape. The options for visitors are countless; you can do mountain climbing, trekking, horse back riding or visit the largest cave formations in Cuba.

It is not just for its natural attributes that this province is so attractive, this piece of land is also the crib of many famous exponents of the Cuban art. Renowned novelists, music composers and singers, painters and poets have all come from Pinar del Rio. Just to mention few we have to include XIX novelist Cirilo Villaverde, Pedro Plablo Oliva and singer Polo Montaez

The most popular social gathering in the zone is the Guateque. It is a party where people recite poetry, sing songs and enjoy a good typical Cuban food while flavoring the best of the Cuban rums.

If you are thinking that while in your holidays in Cuba a visit to Pinar del Rio is a must, then you can take a bus or a taxi from Havana to this area. It is located at about 160 kms far from Havana and it only takes about 2 hours drive along the highway. It is not possible to fly directly to Pinar del Rio as there are no airports in this province. If you have a boat then you can arrive to the Marinas in Maria La Gorda and Cayo Levisa.

To know the land of the valleys and mogotes there is anything better than the trips and visits to its more famous scenery: the Valley of Viales declared Cultural Landscape of the Humanity (UNESCO); the tourist complex The Terraces, example of tourist community of sustainable development; Soroa, with its orquideario and its beautiful waterfall; and the ruins of French coffee plantations of the XIX century, among others.

I will always suggest a visit to Pinar del Rio province, mainly if you are the kind of holiday maker that enjoy getting to know a Country from its culture. I would dare to state as well that using few days in your holidays to Cuba to stay in this province will unquestionably be the high light of your holiday experience in Cuba.

Jose Mauricio is a Travel Consultant specialist in organizing Cuba holidays. He is natural from Havana City and has a wealth of knowledge that will share with you. He can help you organize your tailor made holidays to Cuba and make it unique.

Love it or dread it, Christmas is inevitable. No sooner have the stores taken down their Halloween displays than they’re replacing them with huge icicles, gold stars and beaming Santas. Even those with a real love for Christmas can struggle to keep up with the pace for that long – there’s no escape.

Or maybe there is, if you dare to try something different and break from the normal, society imposed, traditions…

It’s not necessary to forget about Christmas altogether, unless of course you want to; rather, it’s a case of having a different type of Christmas, one which takes a bit more imagination and planning, but one which you will forever remember.

City breaks are always a popular choice and there are plenty to be had at a reasonable price for those shopping around. Prague, with its rich history and opulent beauty, is a firm favourite and the wonderful Christmas markets are open throughout the festive season, including Christmas Day itself. In Vienna, the Christkindlmarkt in the City Hall Square is famous the world over for its elaborately decorated trees, dozens of wooden huts selling gifts and food and, of course, welcome glasses of hot Gluhwein.

Venice is another great European city that will make your Christmas totally unforgettable. Gone are the crowds of summer tourists (the population is actually halved in the winter months), and so you can take in the unique Venetian culture and charms, with a little festive spirit sprinkled on top, at your own leisurely pace. If you’re looking for a particularly romantic trip, then it’s absolutely ideal.

Or, how about a guaranteed white Christmas? The ski resorts in Switzerland, Austria and France will not only guarantee you snow, but they, with their pine-covered mountains and crackling log fires, will also give you the complete and perfect Christmas scene. There’s no need to even ski whilst you’re there if you don’t want to, as there is enough in the way of restaurants, bars and shops to keep you entertained.

But for a Christmas with an even bigger difference, imagine being out in the deep, silent snow at night, lying on a reindeer skin as amazing colours dance and shimmer their way across the sky. Imagine the spectacular Northern Lights. Several destinations offer a great chance to see the Aurora Borealis in all its magnificent glory, including Finland, Norway, Sweden and The Yukon.

There really is something for everyone in the range of Christmas hotel breaks available. Ask yourself, is another Christmas spent half asleep on the sofa, watching the same old Christmas specials on TV, something that you really want this year?

This Christmas, why not have a festive adventure away from home? Our Christmas hotel breaks guide offers a number of ideas for a wonderful Christmas spent at one of the worlds most festive destinations. Cheap Hotel Chains price compare all latest cheap hotel deals across the world.

St Petersburg Beach ranks as one of the best beaches in Florida, especially on the West Coast of Florida. St Petersburg Beach, on the central gulf coast of Florida, has a small town atmosphere with plenty of vacation amenities within walking distance. St Petersburg Beach vacation rentals are just a few miles from St Petersburg, FL, and about 35 miles from Tampa, FL. St Petersburg Beach is just minutes away from downtown St Petersburg, and the area is renowned for spectacular rivers, nature preserves, state forests, world-class fishing and championship golf.

Pass-a-Grille Beach, the Southernmost of Pinellas County’s barrierbeaches, was the first beach community on the Gulf of Mexico to develop as a weekend residential spot for successful Tampa and St. Pete Beach, Pass-a-Grille Beach has long been considered the jewel in the crown of west coast beaches. Situated on the southern tip of Pinellas County, Pass-a-Grille is home to the famous “Hurricane” restaurant which overlooks the sparkling waters of the Gulf of Mexico. A little history: According to legend, it is thought that Pass-a-Grille derives its name from the French Passe aux Grilleurs, which means “the passageway of the grillers” in honor of the fisherman who used to grill their catch of the day on the shore when the island was still a post for pirates.

The Salvador Dali museum is one of several local attractions including the Saint Petersburg Museum of History and the Bayfront Center Arena. The Salvador Dali Museum is the flagship of cultural tourism on the West Coast of Florida, welcoming over 200,000 visitors each year from around the world. Salvador Dali Museum is the World’s largest collection of works by the renowned Spanish surrealist. Petersburg’s Salvador Dali Museum is the permanent home of the world’s most comprehensive collection of the renowned Spanish artist’s work.

St Petersburg Beach Florida has a great assortment of hotels and resorts. Don Cesar Is the hotel resort known as Florida’s Legendary Pink Palace since’28, the luxury resort is revered internationally for its sprawling, sugar-white beach, unparalleled dining, rejuvenating Beach Club & Spa, fabulous fishing, children’s program, nearby tennis and golf. The Don Cesar has a long list of famous guests and has hosted every president since Gerald Ford (excluding Ronald Reagan) and also Franklin D. St Petersburg Beach is also know for hotels and resorts like the Tradewinds Hotel/Resort. The Tadewinds Hotel/Resort is a tropical haven where guests can find peace and relaxation in style and comfort with superior service reflecting the spirit of American Samoa. Tradewinds Hotel offers a range of business and recreational facilities including a restaurant, bar, internet caf, conference facilities, gymnasium. The Pier Hotel is located in the heart of Florida’s premier downtown waterfront district, within walking distance to many local museums and attractions, and along the same road as the world famous St. Petersburg Pier. The Renaissance Vinoy Resort & Golf Club is the only luxury St. Petersburg, Florida hotel on the West Coast with the combination of a private marina,’-hole golf course and 12-court tennis complex. The Vinoy is a fine example of’20′s Mediterranean Revival architecture that has earned it a place in the National Register of Historic Places.

If you are looking for good food and good times on the water n St Petersburg beach you may consider the Sloppy Pelican. The Sloppy Pelican is one of St. Pete Beach’s newest waterfront bar & grill. A favorite for locals and visitors alike, our menu offers a wide variety that everyone is going to enjoy; from fresh seafood and pasta prepared from scratch, to the biggest burgers and tastiest nachos on the beach. Out of all the restaurants in St Petersburg Beach the Hurricane restaurant is one of the most popular. The Hurricane Restaurant: a landmark multi-storied restaurant/bar/entertainment complex is situated across the street from the beach right in the middle of Pass a Grille and keeps the hungry and thirsty beachgoers happy late into the evening. Another Place that is a great party hot spot restaurant on St Petersburg Beach is Jimmy B’s. Jimmy B’s Beach Bar caters to the upscale crowd so you better make sure you’re ready to roll.[youtube:yHqSAUoyq58;[link:St Pete Beach Today];http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yHqSAUoyq58&feature=related]

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