Cliff setting of Capella Ixtapa, Mexico

Capella Ixtapa, Mexico:The Unique Resort for a Romantic Honeymoon

Capella Ixtapa is a unique resort which is built in to a craggy cliff situated in north of Zihuatanejo. The resort features a splendid backdrop showcasing exhilarating stretch of the blue Pacific Ocean. The resort features 59 guest rooms and various amenities and facilities. Lets dive in and have some glimpses of this wonderful resort.
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Ariel view of resort

Banyantree Resort and Spa, Mayakoba, Mexico

Hey guys, we are back after a revamp… Yes, 1000lonelyplaces is back with new destinations and holiday spots for you. Today we are gonna visit an exotic Resort of  South America, Banyantree Resort, Mayakoba.  The The Banyantree Resort is located within the private gated integrated resort development of Mayakoba. Situated along the Riviera Maya coast which is also home to the world’s second-largest coral reef and stretches from the Yucatán to Guatemala is the scenic landscape, Mayakoba. Mayakoba offers an exclusive ecosystem of dunes, mangroves and stunning freshwater lagoons where you can enjoy the relax with your family on a vacation.

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Boiling Lake in its furious best

Boiling Lake in Dominica: A wonder lake to visit

The Boiling Lake in Dominica is one of the most beautiful sights in the Caribbean Islands situated in   Morne Trois Pitons national park- A World Heritage site in Dominica. The trail that takes you to the Boiling Lake is one of the most spectacular hicks which requires up to 6 hours. Though the trail has loads of up and down steps, it is well maintained and is super fun too. The hike starts from the long section of the Morne Trois Pitons national park’s rain forest and hikers need to cross various rivers and also get to see some of the most amazing views of the mountain peaks. The climate here is humid and muddy, thus you have to be well prepared for the hike. But I tell you, a visit to this wonder lake is worthy of taking these small hardships.
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Wizard lake during sunrise

Crater Lake National Park, Oregon, USA

Lets get back to our lakes series. The Crater Lake formed due to once upon a time active volcano, Mt. Mazama, is the largest  attraction of the Carter Lake National Park in the USA. It is also the 7th among the deepest lakes in the world. The water is clear Blue like crystal and the sheer look at it makes you fall in love with it. The Crater Lake National Park was formed in the year 1902 and since then it is working towards preserving this natural beauty, the lake in its original form. Tourists flock to take a look at this magnificent  lake .
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Contraband Days

The Pirate Festival, Lake Charles, Louisiana: May 1-13, 2012

Lets go for a carnival today…Lake Charles is a beautiful freshwater lake with white-sands situated in the state of  Louisiana. Lake Charles celebrates the legend of the pirate Jean Lafitte every year in the month of May as a huge festival. This fourteen day festival encourages pirates of all ages. The festival also known as Contraband Days is the state’s second longest festival. This year the Pirate festival is from May 1-May 13. There is lot more to enjoy in Lake Charles, Louisiana than the Pirate festival. Read more

Plitvice Lakes

The Plitvice Lake and National Park, Croatia: A peaceful family destination

The Plitvice Lakes National Park situated in Croatia, is amongst the most popular and most visited tourist attraction. It was also established as a UNESCO World Heritage in the year 1979. It covers an area of almost 300 square kilometers and its lakes cover an area of almost 8 kilometers. Plitvice Lakes is roughly situated about halfway between Zagreb, the capital city and Zadar which is on the coast. This national park is a series of beautifully interconnected lakes with stunning waterfalls, sixteen to be precise. Set deep within woodland which also consist of wolves, dears, bears and rare species of birds, Plitvice Lakes is definitely a must visit place. Read More

Peyto Lake

Magnificent Lakes: Peyto Lake in Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada

Lets start a new series from today. About the magnificent lakes of the world. Peyto Lake is situated in the Banff National Park in Canada. Peyto Lake is a beautiful lake situated on the ice-fields Parkway. It is about 40 kilometers north of Lake Louise town. The access to this magnificent lake’s viewing area is directly off the parkway. The Peyto Lake is situated in a junction of valleys which are surrounded by majestic mountains and rich lush forests. This view is without doubt the best in Canada. This lake system is fed by the Peyto Glacier, which is to the left of the lake’s view point. It also offers the lake its wonderful blue color especially during summers because of the mineral content.
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