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Fernando de Noronha Archipelago, Brazil’s hidden treasure
Fri, Dec 4th 2009, 12:43
The Fernando de Noronha archipelago is a paradise 200 kilometres from mainland Brazil. The National Marine Sanctuary of Fernando de Noronha is a UNESCO World Heritage site due to the spectacular diversity of marine species in this unspoiled wonderland.
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Porto de Galinhas : Best Beach in Brazil
Wed, Dec 2nd 2009, 12:19
Porto de Galinhas is the best beach in Brazil, popular for its beauty and proximity to the conveniences of Recife City, capital of Pernambuco state.
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Olinda, UNESCO World Heritage City in Pernambuco, Brazil
Mon, Nov 30th 2009, 17:19
Olinda is a UNESCO World Heritage City because it is one of the best preserved historic cities in Brazil. Founded in 1537, Olinda was originally the centre of colonial life in the Pernambuco.
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Boa Viagem Beach in Recife, Brazil
Fri, Nov 27th 2009, 12:42
Boa Viagem in Recife is one of the most hip urban beaches in Brazil, a wide sandy beach stretching over 8 kilometres.
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Recife in Pernambuco, Brazil
Tue, Nov 24th 2009, 12:43
Recife in Pernambuco State, Brazil is known as the Venice of Brazil. It is a beautiful city criss-crossed with waterways, islands and bridges where the Beberibe and Capibaribe Rivers meet and flow into the Atlantic Ocean.
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Census of Marine Life discovers new species in the ocean depths
Mon, Nov 23rd 2009, 11:54
The Census of Marine Life is a massive 10 year scientific collaboration by scientists from 34 countries who are charting the deepest reaches of our oceans and discovering a wealth of new species we never knew existed.
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Pernambuco, Brazil
Wed, Nov 18th 2009, 12:07
Pernambuco is a state lying on the north eastern coastline of Brazil. Pernambuco is fast becoming a favourite Brazilian tourist destination because of its unique character and choice of beautiful beaches.
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Hornblower Hybrid – Responsible Tourism Award Winner
Mon, Nov 16th 2009, 12:17
Hornblower Hybrid is one of the 2009 winners of the Virgin Holidays Responsible Tourism Awards. San Franciscos Hornblower is a hybrid because it harnesses a host of alternative energy sources to make it an environmentally tourist ferry service.
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Women-Only Beaches
Wed, Nov 11th 2009, 12:26
Women only beaches have become a popular alternative for many women, particularly in the Middle East where the strict sharia laws govern what women must wear to swim with men around.
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Keeping jellyfish as pets - Jellyfish Aquarium
Wed, Nov 4th 2009, 11:52
Keeping jellyfish as pets is hard work and only recommended for experienced aquarium owners. The needs of pet jellyfish are very different to other aquarium fish.
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Jellyfish Stings
Mon, Nov 2nd 2009, 11:18
Jellyfish sting automatically when an object comes into contact with their tentacles. Even a beached or dying jellyfish will sting if something comes into contact with the stinging cells on their tentacles.
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Jellyfish and Biotechnology
Wed, Oct 28th 2009, 12:37
Jellyfish have provided Biotechnology with an invaluable tool for studying biological processes that were previously invisible.
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The body of a Jellyfish
Mon, Oct 26th 2009, 10:49
The body of a jellyfish is only 5% solid organic matter – the other 95% is water. The simplicity of these creatures has ensured that they are the longest surviving species on earth.
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Submarine History
Mon, Oct 19th 2009, 10:17
Submarine History stretches back surprisingly far. The first navigable submarine was submerged in London in 1624 spending 3 hours under water.
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Personal Submarines
Mon, Oct 12th 2009, 12:17
Personal Submarines are the ultimate accessory for the mega rich – the perfect addition to any luxury yacht.
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The world’s first Undersea Resort opens in Fiji
Fri, Oct 9th 2009, 12:07
The world’s first Undersea Resort represents a new travel trend. Enjoy the ultimate in sea views from your undersea suite just off a pristine Fiji island.
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Earthquake and Tsunami activity in the Pacific Ring of Fire
Thu, Oct 1st 2009, 11:10
The Pacific Ring of Fire is one of the main zones of earthquake and tsunami activity in the world. Sumatra and Samoa lie within this zone and are the latest victims of the ring of fire.
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Jellyfish
Tue, Sep 29th 2009, 12:35
Jellyfish existed on earth before the dinosaurs. These fragile creatures have existed for over 650 million years and continue to thrive.
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FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup 2009
Wed, Sep 23rd 2009, 12:18
FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup 2009 will take place in Dubai 16 – 22 November 2009.
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White Air 2009 Extreme Sports & Music Festival a huge success
Mon, Sep 21st 2009, 11:53
White Air 2009 Extreme Sports & Music Festival was a huge success this weekend with beautiful weather and a feast of sporting and music action for all to enjoy.
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