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- In 1993 when Frank Feyns, the dutch owner of the Bunaken Island Resort came for the first time to Bunaken Island, he immediately fell in love with the beautiful landscape, the nature and the native people liv ing on the island.
- In 2007, Frank then bought this wonderful piece of land and started to create and realize his life's dream. By now, two grand villas, six spacious bungalowshave been built and restored in the famous Indonesian Minahasa Style; presenting a fabulous island resort, yet being carefully embedded into the natural environment.
- Based on our mission to protect and revitalise both the natural environment and the community in which we live, a very unique eco-resort has been created on this amazing island in the middle of "paradise", as we like to call it.
- The Bunaken Island Eco-Resort (BIR), is fringed with the spectacular powder-white Liang Beach (the only long sandy beach) protected by a stunning clear lagoon, shelterin g one of the world's richest and best diving coral reef, being only a few fin-kicks into the sea.
- Being a smaller-sized and to the detail arranged resort, the BIR is more then other resorts, able to offer you a very special and to your individual needs tailor-made exclusive diving, snorkeling and sun/beach vacation. So you definately want to come back, over and over again.
Sabtu, 19 November 2011
Bunaken Island Resort
Senin, 14 November 2011
RAJA AMPAT ISLANDS WEST PAPUA INDONESIA
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Equipment Hire:
Raja Ampat Liveaboards do not hire equipment but can arrange to hire through one of the local dive companies. This is dependent on availability and is not recommended it is not at an economical rate (450.000RUP per set per day). Is it recommended that you bring your own equipment or perhaps look into hiring from Bali.
Entrance / Diving Tags:
Entrance tags can be purchased and picked up at the Sorong airport but will take some hours to organise this way. It is better to pay the fee online to the office in Bali using the bank details found at the bottom of the following link:http://www.diverajaampat.org/Entry-fee/buy_tags.html then bring proof of wire transfer to the Sorong Airport to collect the tag. The cost is 500.000 RP.
The Raja Ampat, or “Four Kings,” archipelago encompasses more than 9.8 million acres of land and sea off the northwestern tip of Indonesia’s West Papua Province. Located in the Coral Triangle, the heart of the world’s coral reef biodiversity, the seas around Raja Ampat possibly hold the richest variety of species in the world.
The Raja Ampat, or “Four Kings,” archipelago encompasses more than 9.8 million acres of land and sea off the northwestern tip of Indonesia’s West Papua Province. Located in the Coral Triangle, the heart of the world’s coral reef biodiversity, the seas around Raja Ampat possibly hold the richest variety of species in the world.
The area’s massive coral colonies show that its reefs are resistant to threats like coral bleaching and disease —threats that now jeopardize the survival of corals around the world. In addition, Raja Ampat’s strong ocean currents sweep coral larvae across the Indian and Pacific Oceans to replenish other reef ecosystems. Raja Ampat’s coral diversity, resilience to threats, and ability to replenish reefs make it a global priority for marine protection.
Survey Confirms Highest Marine Biodiversity on Earth
In 2002, The Nature Conservancy and its partners conducted a scientific survey of the Raja Ampat Islands to collect information on its marine ecosystems, mangroves, and forests. The survey brought Raja Ampat’s total number of confirmed corals to 537 species— an incredible 75% of all known coral species. In addition, 899 fish species were recorded, raising the known total for Raja Ampat to an amazing 1,074. On land, the survey found lush forests, rare plants, limestone outcroppings, and nesting beachesfor thousands of sea turtles.
In 2002, The Nature Conservancy and its partners conducted a scientific survey of the Raja Ampat Islands to collect information on its marine ecosystems, mangroves, and forests. The survey brought Raja Ampat’s total number of confirmed corals to 537 species— an incredible 75% of all known coral species. In addition, 899 fish species were recorded, raising the known total for Raja Ampat to an amazing 1,074. On land, the survey found lush forests, rare plants, limestone outcroppings, and nesting beachesfor thousands of sea turtles.
Though human impacts here are less severe than elsewhere in Indonesia, Raja Ampat’s natural resources are endangered by over fishing and destructive fishing, turtle poaching, and unsustainable logging. The Indonesian government recently established Raja Ampat as a separate administrative unit, which will give communities a greater say in managing the natural resources upon which their livelihoods depend. This structure also offers an important opportunity to include conservation in the spatial planning of the newly formed local government.
Ensuring Conservation through Partnerships
To address these issues, the Conservancy launched a new project to protect Raja Ampat, working in close partnership with the government and communities to: 1) contribute to a comprehensive conservation action plan to protect Raja Ampat’s reefs and forests; 2) help incorporate marine protected area management into long-term planning and policy; and, 3) establish a network of marine protected areas for Raja Ampat.
The Conservancy’s ultimate goal is to protect Raja Ampat’s magnificent reefs while sustaining the livelihoods of local people. Raja Ampat includes the four large islands of Waigeo, Batanta, Salawati, and Misool, plus hundreds of smaller islands. The archipelago is part of an area known as the Bird’s Head functional seascape, which also contains Cenderawasih Bay, the largest marine national park in Indonesia.
Come and dive in Raja Ampat Islands with Our Liveaboards
Vacation in Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat casts a spell on all who visit – scientists, photographers, novice divers and crusty sea-salts alike. This group of majestic islands, located in the northwestern tip of Indonesia’s Papuan “Bird’s Head Seascape,” lies in the heart of the coral triangle, the most bio-diverse marine region on earth.
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mangrove” channels of Kofiau and Gam to the plankton-rich upwelling areas of Misool and the Dampier Strait – are home to unique assemblages of species that, when taken together, add to produce the most impressive species lists ever compiled for a coral reef system of this size.Diving & Snorkeling In Paradise
Discover Bunaken Island, one of the world's top diving destinations with its colourful and unspoiled coral gardens; warm crystal-clear blue water and "home for more fish species than even the Great Barrier Reef" (International Oceanographic Institute, 2006).
Whether you want Discover Scuba Diving, enroll to an Advanced Diver Training, go diving on you own or you just want to do snorkeling at Liang beach, or go on a day diving trip, we can help you find the right dive experience or diving course to suit your needs.
Especially for "Macro Diving Fans" all five islands of the National Marine Park are highly recognized and treasured by diving experts all over the world.
The town Manado hosted the World Ocean Conference 2009 & Coral Reef Triangle Initiative in Manado. Especially environmental & sustainable tourism issues were discussed, in order to conserve the unspoiled paradise composed of high diversity and rare corals and fish species. One example is the „Coelacanth“ an ancient fish, which scientists so far believed had gone extinct with the dinosaurs.
Our well trained and friendly English, German & Dutch speaking staff will happily assist and guide you to share with you responsibly this underwater beautiful paradise.
Also for our swimming and snorkeling guests, we are more than fortunate to offer you, only being few meters in front of the resort's beach, a stunning coral reef drop-off, which allows you to experience nearly a full diving experience. This can be found only on very few diving spots around the world
Sabtu, 12 November 2011
Melia Purosani Hotel Yogyakarta
Jalan Suryotomo no. 31, 55122 Yogyakarta
Very good,
Score from 44 reviews
Melia Purosani Hotel Yogyakarta is 900 metres from The Sultan’s Palace and 9 km from Adisucipto Airport. The Temple of Borobudur, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is 42 km away.
Spacious rooms each have minibar and tea and coffee-making facilities. Some have a balcony with pool, garden or city views. Each also has a sofa and an en suite bathroom with a bathtub.
Guests can enjoy an energising work out in the fitness centre and relax at Yhi Wellness spa with a body treatment. A children’s playground is available for little ones.
Five dining options await guests in the hotel. Light snacks can be enjoyed at Parangsari Poolside Restaurant while Ching San Chinese Restaurant specialises in Cantonese and Szechuan dishes. Drinks can be enjoyed at Soka Lobby Lounge and Pub Med.
Hotel Rooms: 280, Hotel Chain: Meliá Hotels & Resorts.
Bali Kuta Resort by Swiss-Belhotel
Bali Kuta Resort by Swiss-Belhotel
Jl. Majapahit No. 18, Bali, 80361 Kuta
Bali Kuta Resort offers air-conditioned rooms with a flat-screen cable TV a 3-minute walk from lively Legian Street and Kuta Square. It features an outdoor free-form pool with loungers set within tropical gardens. Free Wi-Fi is available.
Opening out to a private balcony, rooms are fitted with dark wood furnishings and tea/coffee maker. Heated showers can be found in the attached bathroom.
Bali Kuta Resort by Swiss-Belhotel is within a 5-minute walk from Kuta Beach and a 10-minute drive from Seminyak. It is a 15-minute drive from Ngurah Rai International Airport.
For leisure, staff can arrange relaxing spa treatments and massages. The resort also provides free parking.
Overlooking the outdoor pool, Pink Pepper Restaurant serves hearty Indonesian and international dishes. There is also a lobby bar and room service.
Hotel Rooms: 267
La Villais Exclusive Villa & Spa
La Villais Exclusive Villa & Spa
Jalan Pangkung Sari Br Taman, Bali, 80361 Seminyak
Very good, Score from 191 reviews
“ Staff is simply great. They were all the time trying to improve our stay at the hotel. Villas and the private swimming pool are very nice.”
Fernando, Dublin
Exclusive stays await at La Villais, which features modern Balinese-style villas with private pools and free Wi-Fi. A 5-minute stroll from Seminyak Square, it offers free parking and area shuttles to Kuta and Pentitenget Beach.
A 15-minute walk from numerous dining options, La Villais Exclusive Villa & Spa is a 20-minute drive from Ngurah Rai International Airport.
A 15-minute walk from numerous dining options, La Villais Exclusive Villa & Spa is a 20-minute drive from Ngurah Rai International Airport.
Featuring modern dark wood furnishings, well-appointed bedrooms that open out to views of the private pool. Luxurious villas have a fully furnished kitchen and large bathrooms with over-sized windows. A flat-screen TV and iPod docking station are included.
Guests can enjoy relaxing massage therapies at Adella Spa or lounge in the afternoon sun by the outdoor pool. Friendly staff at La Villais can attend to business and travel needs.
Featuring Indonesian specialities, Membon Restaurant offers hot meals and light refreshments with views of the pool. Room service is available.
Hotel Rooms: 35
