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Reliable winds, safe anchorages, and stunning viewpoints mean that any sailing trip is going to be amazing. There's quite a few old seadogs living in their boats in the Bay, taking people out for a day or a few days - the best way to see the islands.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18749 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18641 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18641 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18194
Also, the train to the Kuranda rainforest is completely wheelchair friendly, as is the cable car, if you want to try that on the way back!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18194 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18108
While in the area trip to Ranworth's Nature Trail is definetly recommended. It is not only beautiful walk, but there is a very interesting information centre which is floating on the broad. Also an area for birdwatching with binoculars. The swallowtail butterfly is particularly beautiful and the children love them.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18108 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/17474
I went on the four-day Lamu sailing safari last September and would truly say it was one of my best ever holidays. Captain Shallo and the crew really make sure you have a great time - swimming in clear, warm, blue water, walking along the most powdery of white sands, visiting tiny villages along the north-eastern coast and eating great super-fresh food.

It's not a luxury comfort holiday, but a bit of an adventure combined with a lot of pleasure.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/17474 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/17467 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/17467 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/17214
We started from Cagliari and drove for one and a half hours to Portovesme where we caught a ferry to Carloforte, a small town in the island of San Pietro, 45 minutes from Sardinia. We also boarded our car and the trip was quite comfortable.

On arrival, we unloaded the car and parked it near the harbour, easy peasy! Man, that boat was something.

The morning after the real fun started, we sailed for most of the morning and the views of Carloforte and Sardinia's south-west coast were just there, like a precious frame for a priceless painting, my sea.

We stopped just on a side of Pan di Zucchero, a stunning huge surfacing rock in front of Masua bay, and stayed there swimming and diving and snorkeling.

We stayed two days more, going to hidden bays very early in the morning or during the night, fishing etc. It has been an unforgettable experience and I will definitely do it again and suggest it to the readers.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/17214 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16974
You board at Chelsea Piers (on the Hudson near West 23rd). The two-hour cruise goes to the Statue of Liberty and returns, with champagne served by the crew.

The sunset cruise is particularly beautiful because you see the sunset to the west over New Jersey and to the east looms the skyline of lower Manhattan which is lit up brilliantly by the time you turn around and head back.

Unfortunately the cruise only runs from the end of April through the end of October. Cost is around $50, champagne included. We will never forget it!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16974 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16767
Rio is a great place for marlin fishing, not to mention other fish species you wont find back home.

You can count on safe, luxurious and very comfortable boats, acting in leisure, business corporation and educational areas, offering the following schedule; boat location for the Rio de Janeiro state; boat tour around the marvelous city; yachting clinic with base in Angra dos Reis and more.

It is an expensive sport, but much cheaper in Rio than in first world countries. The best thing is that you pay the boat rental, you can invite your friends, split the costs, and have a lot of fun!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16767 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16766
There is a marina for boats from all over the world, dolphin watching by experts, coastal cave exploring in small boats with guides, and some of the best golf courses in Portugal nearby.

Shopping is a delight, with leather goods on every street corner and craft stalls, manned by the friendliest people anywhere.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16766 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16402 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16402 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15837
We saw dolphins, hammerhead sharks and visited remote islands off the tourist trail. The skipper truly makes the trip - a true sea captain with tales from afar!

If you just go on one trip in NZ I would recommend the Gungha II.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15837 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15249
It is well worth the money, particularly if there is a decent breeze which will show you the kind of speeds the boats are capable of and give you a taste of the thrill of America's Cup racing. You can help work the grinders and even take the helm.

It's also a good way of seeing the harbour and getting a water-side view of the city. More than anything, I found this a rare highlight in an otherwise dull and disappointing city.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15249 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15202
The French feel of the town is evident in the street names. This is a great place to use as a base for boat trips, walking on the Banks peninsula or enjoying a relaxing time sitting and looking around at the fantastic views all around.

Plenty of places to eat and stay at a reasonable cost to suit all types of tourist.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15202 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13579 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13579 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13502 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13502 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13500
You also get about as close to a fully functional port as you will anywhere in the world and get to see a dry dock and the local battle ships up close and personal. If you're lucky, you'll see sea-lions sunning themselves on the decks of fishing boats that they have commandeered. For 10,000 pesos (£10) you can hire a whole boat for yourselves.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13500 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13412
Also, have a great day at the National Coracle Museum in Cenarth; a beautiful place set on the border of Pembrokeshire, Carmarthanshire and Ceredigion.

This website shows just how much the coracle is alive and kicking (hurrah!) in the coastal and river areas of England, Wales and Ireland - have a go and enjoy the coracle races, we do!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13412 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13267 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13267