Vacation and Holidays

If you are thinking of a vacation you should consider Fiji. This South Pacific destination has many beautiful islands and beaches all with a tropical feel. There is nothing better than relaxing on the beach looking out at the inviting blue ocean. When you get in the mood you can slip on the flippers and snorkel and join the thousands of tropical fish swimming in the crystal clear waters.

You have many choices for accommodation. From backpacker bungalows all the way to luxurious surrounds good enough for the Hollywood A-list. One of my favourite holiday spots in Fiji is the Shangri-La Fijian resort. This top class resort is one hour from Nadi on the Coral Coast. It boasts its own golf course and tennis courts. It also has several pools to help you relax.

My family and I took advantage of the savings found by booking a Fiji package holiday. We saved close to a thousand dollars altogether. The only bad thing was that we did not stay for long enough. I highly recommend a holiday in this tropical paradise known as Fiji.

1. The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park was created in 1975 under legislation called the Great Barrier Reef Marine Act, which includes the air above and the earth beneath the sea.

2. It is the largest coral reef system in the world and account for 17 percent of the world reefs.

3. It covers 345,400 sq km, an area larger than Britain, and can be seem from space.

4. It is approximately 2,300 km in length, between 60km and 250km in width, and has an average depth of water of 35m.

5. It consists of 2,900 indiviudal reefs, 600 continental islands and 300 coral cays.

6. Only 6 percent of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park consists of coral reefs. The rest is made up of mangroves, seagrass, sand, and algal and sponge gardens.

7. It is the globe largest World Heritage Area, and was inscribed on the World Heritage List on Oct 26, 1981.

8. It is home to whales and 1,500 species of fish, including huge hammerhead sharks, 360 species of hard coral; one-third of the world soft corals; 5,000 to 8,000 species of molluscs.

A good time in Londondoes not have to put your bank account into the red. Many attractions now offer free admission, including the national museums and collections. Free events such as the Changing of the Guard is a must see.

Take the London Underground to gt around as the train fares are quite reasonable. It is usually more economical to buy a one- or two-zone pass that will cover the builk of your travel.

As hotel rooms in London ar relatively small, try looking for an apartment that can accommodate your family. Check online for good deals in accommodation in London. You can sometimes find some good last minute bargain in accommodation.