понедельник, 25 января 2010 г.

Miami Beach...


Miami - is the largest resort on the Atlantic coast of Florida. Famous for its beach, stretching for 25 miles along the Atlantic coast, quarter, post-modern skyscrapers, a ridge of islands, built luxurious villas.

Summer pleasant sea breezes bring refreshing coolness. Today, Miami - is one of the most fashionable resorts in the world. It houses the world's richest people, movie stars and tycoons. The city quickly changing its appearance (especially the area of South Beach) and claimed the right to be called the coolest place in the USA. New quarters of the city, the reconstruction of old areas, a pleasant friendly atmosphere reigning in the streets, cultural programs and bright sunshine all year round make Miami a pleasant alternative to the bustling business in New York. And, of course, nothing can compare to Miami Beach - a magnificent wide strip of white sand 25 miles long, washed by crystal-clear water of the Atlantic Ocean.

At the heart of Miami Beach is the area of Ocean Drive, on the east side which stretches sandy strip of urban beach. West side of Ocean Drive as it is separated from the rest of the city strip numerous cafes and restaurants. Here lived the late Gianni Versace, his admirers and worshipers still gather his home.


Miami is the best and most beautiful pool in the world, which for some reason is called the Venetian pool. Here is one of the best zoos in the world, and in Maximo Gomez Park, you can always see the picturesque small groups of Cuban elderly, enthusiastically playing dominoes. Gala and stunning in its expression of the Memorial to the victims of the Holocaust in contrast to the light and close atmosphere of the city.


Must see: Oceanarium. "Quarter ART DECO DISTRICT" - Included in the national register of monuments of architecture. Preserve Everglades - the largest in North America marshes humid subtropical climate - a paradise for rare plants and animals. Island of Key West - the most beautiful of the 28 coral islands, connected by 42 OVERSAS HIGH-WAY. Here lived Ernest Hemingway.




понедельник, 18 января 2010 г.

"American Riviera" - Acapulco...



Acapulco and called the "Pearl of the Pacific" and "Riviera of America", and "dream world". Privileged seating area of Acapulco is situated along the Pacific coast, close to 2 beautiful bays. The mild climate and a developed tourist infrastructure have made this place available for recreation all year round.

2 magnificent bays, wonderful natural environment, warm beaches with palm trees growing on them - all these make Acapulco the best city in a tropical paradise. The city-port of Acapulco - the famous capital of the Mexican night, the city of entertainment, shows, casinos and restaurants. The center of tourist life in Acapulco - Lagoon Pie-de-la-Kuesta with excellent beaches and restaurants on the northern outskirts of the city.

Due to Acapulco, in the 60-s Mexico appeared on the world tourist map. Grandfather of Mexican resorts now is competing with the best of them. If Cancun is mostly European resort, Acapulco managed to preserve its unique Mexican flavor.

Acapulco has become famous as a resort in the 60's, when Hollywood celebrities began to go to rest from the bustle of everyday life. Movie makers imbued with the beauty of the local beaches began to shoot the scenes. Wave of interest increased like a snowball, and soon movie stars began to buy real estate and yachts.

Over the years, much has changed. The first wave of interest in this region has attracted investments, and there began a massive construction of hotels. Today, Acapulco resort is quite democratic, and the fashionable status of the past did resemble that prices in luxury hotels like Las Brisas, which even now regularly stop celebrities. There's even a Wall of Fame with the prints of the upper extremities famous characters.

Acapulco in the early 90's joined with the Mexico City highway, and now its golden sands are just in a few hours' drive from the capital, many of which are chosen here for the weekend. The resort is constantly growing and the center of Acapulco is gradually becoming a city. Nightlife is concentrated here, and here are the best restaurants, nightclubs and casinos. Here is a port - typically noisy for a tropical town. And the best beaches now lie at the side of the center.







Cancun - Mexican resort city...


Cancun - Mexican resort city, which is considered one of the most visited places in the Caribbean. "If you have not been to Cancun, you have never been anywhere" - an aphorism has become an axiom for all travel lovers .

Cancun is famous for its wonderful beaches and the impressive ruins of the Maya. The waters are warm and crystal clear (in the summer visibility reaches 100 m in depth), the average temperature of 26-28 degrees all year. There are the largest colony of sea and beautiful reefs. A black coral reef, opened 20 years ago, Jacques Cousteau, collects divers all over the world.



For Mexicans, themselves the name "Cancun" is synonymous with vacations in the very times when Cancun was a place of rest for Mayan emperors. Today it is a modern city in the aura of primeval nature. 25 000 hotel rooms, as well as the most exquisite restaurants and nightclubs...Prices range from high (on the coast) to moderate (in the center of the city).

Currently, Cancun is a tourist town with a population of 443 000 people. 3 000 taxi (travelling to any part of the city - 1.2 dollars), low price of international telephone calls (U.S. $ 1 per 1 minute of any city in the world), high-quality line of restaurants.


Bullfighting and ballet
On Wednesdays at the central square of the city you can see the traditional popular show "not for the faint of heart." Brave matadors in a duel with strong animals demonstrate their courage and style. For pleasure to be part of this holiday have to pay $ 30.

In the evening you can please yourself with an exotic program of national folklore ballet. Shows are held in the heart of the city (the ticket price 48,5 dollars, including dinner and drinks).



"La Isla Mujer" and Cozumel
Seduced Caribbean waters, studded with finest powder white sand, this island is the smallest and mysterious at the Mexican coast. Here, anyone can choose a soul lesson: a walk in the sea on a boat, games and entertainment on the beach, shopping trip or simply relaxing in the sun. Numerous yachts depart from Cancun to the island at 10 am .

From the start of the island, many maritime routes. One of them appealing for diving and laid to the island of Cozumel. The tour lasts one day. Departure from the beautiful bay with the island women, or from Cancun. At your disposal is always a friendly crew. Refreshing drinks, beer, rum, and, of course, a hike with a guide for shopping and souvenirs.



"Atlantis" and "Caribbean Carnival"
Pamper yourself with a stroll in one of these ships.
"Atlantis" will present an impressive journey into the depths of the sea and photography, to video and scuba diving in the fantastic submersibles Seabed.

"Caribbean Carnival" cruiser is called a 'cruiser of entertainment'. While a light wind blowing the sails of your ship, try the whole range of multicolored tropical cocktails, take the sun's rays to the color of chocolate, consider the window of sea stars and thickets of strange algae. Journey takes only 40 minutes, after which you will find yourself on a private beach, which will become a party to the wonderful Caribbean show. At your disposal are the best food and all kinds of drinks.



понедельник, 11 января 2010 г.

Mexican Charreada - bullfighting


Once Mexico was a country of "real men". Women now sorry about that time and therefore very often visit charreada. This is the arena in which cowboys show their skill to catch the bull, and plunge him to the ground. This spectacle will not leave anyone to be indifferent.

Charreada - a ploy Mexicans on Saturdays and Sundays, as well as bullfights.

At the beginning of the event, children show their ability to master the lasso. There are competitions for women - a competition rider. But the battle with a bull - an exclusively male. It should be at full gallop to catch the bull by the tail, and then screwed it on his leg. As a result, the bull to fall in turning over your body. Depending on how many times he turns over, the cowboy receives a certain number of points.

But charreada - is not only a fight with a bull. This is a show consisting of various contests. For example a competition on the ability to cope with unbroken horses or to keep in the saddle. Especially dangerous contest "step up to the death" where the rider must gallop on a horse is very close to the fence.

Entertainment is not for the faint of heart. Before the start of his serve Mass in the church, so that no one during the event was not injured.


Mexico City...Interesting Facts


Mexicans are very friendly and hospitable people. Like all other southern residents. They are temperamental, but talented. In the shops and shops you can find souvenirs, kitchenware, jewelry, made just excellently. Very many things are made from pure silver. They are rich in this country. Vendors are ready to easily make concessions in price. If you buy an expensive thing, they will certainly make a gift.

In Mexico City and other big cities you will be tired of street songs, and nighttime concerts singers - mariachi. Complaining is useless. The same custom, and local residents may be offended.

In any public places such as museums, the Mexicans will loudly joke and laugh, paying no attention to others. In particular, they can joke in the presence of the deceased. They do not consider it anything immoral. Contrary earthly joy must necessarily please the deceased.

Kindness of Mexicans has its limits, so do not go to nightclubs and bars alone. They can easily start a quarrel, even with a tourist. Leaving quarrel - a loud disturbance. This resonates with other people, who will surely become your advocates.


Mexico is a major oil producer. The country has significant reserves. Also, the state is rich in minerals. Attractive from an economic point of view of the country makes foreign investment, exports, low overhead, and membership in NAFTA.

At the same time, Mexico has a public debt. In the country is highly developed the corruption. The state depends on oil prices and relations with the United States. Oil country imports due to insufficient refining. Mexico's tax system leaves much to be desired.

Yet Mexico is one of the most economically developed countries in Latin America. Besides, it is well-developed foreign tourism.


In Mexico, everywhere you can find the pyramids. They are in every little bit town. A 7 kilometers from the Pueblo is the largest pyramid - Cholula. Above it only pyramid of Cheops. Cholula is built by various conquerors, who in honor of its conquests created add-ins. The result is a whole chreda pyramids, which face one another, reflecting the history of Indian wars. However, the pyramid is crowned by the Church of the Blessed Virgin savior, already built by the Spanish conquistadors.

There are other examples of how Christianity in Mexico is adjacent to the ancient religions. For example, some churches include within the ruins of ancient pyramids, because they were built on sacred Indian ground. It was necessary in order to have the Indians to Christianity, as well as avoid the danger of destruction of churches pagans. On the other hand in the structures of these churches were used stones of Indian pyramids.