Wales Tourism and Visit Planning

December 2003

Holiday In Wales Table of Contents
December 2003, Volume 18 - Issue 9

St. Director of Tourism Since 1998 Mr. Peter Hilary Modeste has served, as the Director of Tourism of the St. Lucia Tourist Board. President of the St. Lucia Hotel & Tourism Association, Mr. Modeste has been employed within the tourism sector for a number of years. He was educated at the University of Wales and is married with three children. A former Minister of Education, Mr. Modeste has served on a number of national organizations including the St. Lucia Development Bank.

Holiday Wales FEATURES

UK annual house price inflation rate for the 3 months to December 2005 was 2.2% and 1.4% in London. Regional data In the home countries, England, and Scotland saw rises in annual inflation in December, while inflation fell in Wales and Northern Ireland. The inflation rate in England rose from 1.4% in November to 2.1% in December and in Scotland rose from 8.3% to 10.9%. Over the same period, the inflation rate in Wales fell from 5.7% to 5.1% and in Northern Ireland the rate fell from 17.6% to 12.9%.

Cottage Holiday In Wales DISCOVER THE REEF & GREAT SNORKEL ADVENTURE
The Caribbean's most dynamic ecosystem, the coral reef, offers endless fascination for divers and snorkelers. A close look reveals layer upon layer of life. Also, grab your mask and fins: We've found eight incredible adventures where you can snorkel with sharks, whales, dolphins and more. Story and photography by Bob Friel

Agapeminister293 {California} & Linda816 {Texas} December 2003 David and Linda at Monterey Bay, CA When I sent Norma an instant message in Feb. 2002, all I really expected was a new penpal. She lived in Brazil, and I thought she was too far away (she did too). But it didn't take long before I realized she was someone special. Last December I flew down to meet her and at the end of that visit we knew we wanted to be married.

Caravan Holiday In Wales BURIED TREASURE
We sent CT&L's Affordable Caribbean columnist on a treasure hunt to unearth some of the region's best accommodation values. He struck it rich, returning with a collection of 10 places full of charm and character that offer reasonably priced alternatives to break-the-bank vacations. Story by David Swanson

Previously, tourism to Guatemala had been stunted by violence. Tourism officials, hoteliers and tour guides, however, say the situation has improved since the election of a new government in 2003 that pledged to make tourism — and tourist safety — a priority. The government added more police around major sites such as Pacaya Volcano and along major highways.

Camping Holiday Wales BAY ISLANDS
Experience A traveler heads to Honduras and hops around the Bay Islands ticking adventures off his life's to-do list: canopy flying, fly fishing, racing across a beach on horseback, exploring coral reefs and smooth talking blond dive vixens. Story by John Briley Photography by Greg Johnston

THE CARIBBEAN'S TOP CRUISE PORTS
Each season, cruise lines add more exotic destinations and exciting excursions to their ships' itineraries. By using our guide to Caribbean ports of call, you can decide which cruises match your interests, and how best to plan your days at both the hot new stops and the ever-popular anchorages. Story by Cynthia Psarakis

Hazy Center (companion museum to the Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC opened in December 2003) is just 1 mile north of the hotel.

Accommodation Holiday Wales DEPARTMENTS

Holiday Last Minute Wales TRAVEL

Catering Holiday Self Wales JUST BACK
With bombing practice over, beaches open and hoteliers going full steam ahead, Vieques is fast becoming a full-fledged tourist target.

Holiday Wales Walking DAY TRIP
It's no Sesame Street, but you'll meet plenty of charismatic big birds at the Curaçao Ostrich and Game Farm.

Family Holiday Wales AFFORDABLE CARIBBEAN
Trinidad is a wonderfully diverse destination where, outside of Carnival week, charming inns and guesthouses offer year-round bargains.

Holiday Riding Wales SET SAIL
Passengers live large on the Explorer of the Seas, where a rock-climbing wall and ice-skating rink are just two of the big draws.

Adventure Holiday Wales LIVELY UP!
Foxy's Bar on Jost Van Dyke hosts one of the world's most famous New Year's parties, but sail in anytime for good drinks and fun with Foxy. &LIFE

Holiday Park South Wales CARIBBEAN LIFE
'Tis the season to travel. 'Tis also the season to give. Many locally conscious Caribbean hotels let you do both at the same time.

Cottage Holiday Wales CARIBBEAN KITCHEN
It's holiday time, so forget the South Beach Diet. Get a taste of traditional treats hitting the tables near your favorite island beaches.

Holiday In Wales BRING IT HOME
On the first day of Christmas, my true love gave to me ... fanciful tropical ornaments to spruce up my tree.

Holiday Wales TRAVEL SMART
Call your mother! And after that, read how you can keep in touch from the Caribbean without having to phone home for more money.

Cottage Holiday In Wales CONNECTIONS
Fashion designer Oscar de la Renta wears his love for the Dominican Republic on his haute couture sleeve.

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