Archive for June, 2009

Tuesday, June 30th, 2009

Boat Cruises; Are They the Best Choice for Parties?

by Amy Nutt

When deciding to throw a party, one has to consider all of the planning that goes into making the event a success. For many people, planning a party can be very time consuming. Fortunately, there are many economical alternatives to having a party that will provide not only a lot of fun, but also lasting memories. One popular party choice is having a boat cruise party.

Boat cruise parties are fast becoming a popular choice for people who want to have a fun time without the hassle of planning. Party Cruises are organized by professional staff whose purpose is to provide everything one needs to have an innovative and memorable party. Cruising on the open waters is a great way to entertain and enjoy the company of friends, family, or colleagues.

Hiring a boat cruise comes with a host of benefits that can include a DJ with your choice of music, a dance area, a delicious dinner prepared by top chefs that is served by professional and courteous staff. As well, party boat cruises can be of many types such as a social gathering with friends, a wedding or engagement party, or a special party for close friends or family.

Party cruises have a very flexible time schedule. You can hold a boat party in the morning, afternoon, or night. You can also hire a boat cruise for a few hours or a full day. Boat cruise staff will work hard to design a cruise around your schedule.

Tuesday, June 30th, 2009

World’s Most Luxurious Yachts

by Amy Nutt

Yachting is a celebrated luxury enjoyed by many around the world. There are yachts that are so spectacular that they are considered vehicles of style more than a means of water transportation. These yachts are owned by the richest people in the world and certainly reflect their wealth.

Below is a list of the worlds most luxurious yachts:

Lady Moura: The fabulous Lady Moura is 354-feet long and was built in 1991for Saudi Prince Nasser al-Rashid. This mega-yacht has a crew of 60, a pool with a retractable roof, and an artificial beachfront with sand.

Octopus: The astonishing Octopus is 416ft in length and was created by Paul Allen. It has a crew of 40 and contains seven smaller boats, two helicopters, and a 10-person submarine.

Rising Sun: The remarkable Rising Sun is 453 ft in length and is co-owned by Oracle CEO Larry Ellison and producer David Geffen. The five-story boat has 82 rooms and highlights include onyx countertops, 9,900 square-feet of decking, a movie theater and a basketball court/helipad.

Trimaran: This wonderful yacht is 148-meter-long and can hold 28 guests. It was designed by Craig Loomes. The Trimaran has a swimming pool, several rooms for sunbathing, grand piano and a bar, hot tub, a grand hall, a helicopter pad and even its own internal harbor. It can reach a top speed of up to 50 knots.

Sunday, June 28th, 2009

Hot Tips For Finding Cheap Holidays Abroad

by Marie Woods

Current info about cheap holidays abroad is not always the easiest thing to locate. Fortunately, this report includes the latest cheap holidays abroad info available.

A lot of people who live in the UK think that they have to take their holidays abroad for them to be any fun, but this couldn’t be farther from the truth. Travelling can be stressful, especially if you’re going with young children in tow. Use our search to find cheap holidays abroad departing last minute or in the next 12 months. Experience the magic and character of romantic Italy. Domestic travel stayed at the same level as the year before, and thus it was holidays abroad that produced the growth (of 12%). In 2006, 69% of Norwegians’ holiday trips were domestic.

This has made the prospect of summer holidays abroad a remote possibility for many families this year, as the expense proves to be too much in the present economic climate. However, holidays are an important part of family life and many are now looking to the often under-explored UK locations to spend quality time with their friends and relatives.

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