Geographic Adventures travel website is dedicated to all travel and photography enthusiasts who love travelling and exploring interesting places. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/index.html en-gb Travel arek@geographicadventures.co.uk Arek Zasowski This small Greek island is situated in a very close proximity to bigger Paros Island (30 minutes), from which it is separated by a narrow channel. This close proximity to Paros makes Antiparos a popular tourist destination for one day visitors. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/greece/antiparos_island.html 26 Nov 2009 21:58:25 GMT Travel Guide arek@geographicadventures.co.uk Delos is a small Greek, rocky island - nowadays uninhabited. It is situated in the heart of the Aegean Sea in the centre of the Cyclades - approximately 6 miles from nearby Mykonos. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/greece/delos_island.html 26 Nov 2009 21:00:51 GMT Travel Guide arek@geographicadventures.co.uk This small island is easily accessible form neighbouring Kos. The island is very popular with holidaymakers who choose to visit Kalymnos on a daily boat trip (like us!) from Kos Town. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/greece/kalymnos_pserimos_plati.html 30 Nov 2009 23:13:09 GMT Travel Guide arek@geographicadventures.co.uk The most impressive attraction on the island is the crater of the extinct volcano Polyvotis which occupies a major part of the island. You will feel and see the mud which boils and bubbles under your feet. Beside the crater you may read warning ‘Gasses and fluids are very hot (100 degrees Celsius - 212 Fh) and corrosive! http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/greece/nisyros_island.html 29 Nov 2009 22:17:43 GMT Travel Guide arek@geographicadventures.co.uk Although we visited this beautiful city many times, each time we are there we discover something new and interesting. If you are about to go for a short city break and you are looking for general information on what to see and do, you may you may find our suggestions useful. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/poland/krakow.html 02 Dec 2009 23:37:49 GMT Travel Guide arek@geographicadventures.co.uk If you are going to Piraeus from central Athens the most cost effective way to get there is by the Metro ... http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/greece/piraeus_port.html 05 Dec 2009 16:42:10 GMT Travel Guide arek@geographicadventures.co.uk This lovely city is located on the Asian coast just around 40 minutes journey from Kos Island. With its magnificent atmosphere it is a good example of the Middle East. This is the place where you will find plenty of narrow streets, traditional houses, bazaars and plenty of salesmen willing to bargain with you. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/turkey/bodrum.html 06 Dec 2009 19:23:11 GMT Travel Guide arek@geographicadventures.co.uk In our opinion Kos is one of the most beautiful islands in the Aegean Sea. It is the third largest island of the Dodecanese after Rhodes and Karpathos. It has a large number of archaeological sites and monuments from every era. The island is equipped with abundant facilities for tourists. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/greece/kos_island.html 09 Dec 2009 00:23:22 GMT Travel Guide arek@geographicadventures.co.uk The Castle - A must see place - Admission: 3 Euros (July 2007), » Location: Kos Town, town centre, opposite the port, » How to get there: On foot from town centre, » History: The castle was built in the 14th century by ... http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/greece/kos_island_historical_sites.html 09 Dec 2009 23:48:29 GMT Travel Guide arek@geographicadventures.co.uk Zakopane is a small town situated in southern Poland. It lies in large valley between the Tatra Mountains and Gubałówka Hill and due to its fantastic location is informally known as "the winter capital of Poland”. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/poland/zakopane.html 12 Dec 2009 18:49:16 GMT Travel Guide arek@geographicadventures.co.uk Matmata is located approximately 40 km from Gabes and recently has became an obligatory stop on the packaged excursions to the desert. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/tunisia/matmata.html 01 Jan 2010 12:44:15 GMT Travel Guide arek@geographicadventures.co.uk Paros is the third largest of the Cycladic Islands after Naxos and Andros Islands and over past three decades it has became one of the most popular tourist destinations of the Cyclades. The most popular tourist destinations on Paros are Parikia - the island’s capital and port - and Naoussa - one of the prettiest villages in Cyclades. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/greece/paros_island.html 04 Jan 2010 15:09:53 GMT Travel Guide arek@geographicadventures.co.uk We have arrived to Chott el-Jerid in the afternoon after a short break in Tozeur after a whole day of driving and need to admit that it is a very interesting place to visit. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/tunisia/chott_el_jerid.html 04 Jan 2010 23:41:47 GMT Travel Guide arek@geographicadventures.co.uk Douz - The Gateway to Sahara - is situated approximately 1h 30m drive west of Matmata or 2h drive east of Tozeur. This small desert town which once was an important stop on the trans-Saharan caravan routes has recently became a “must visit” tourist destination ... http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/tunisia/douz.html 09 Jan 2010 16:14:45 GMT Travel Guide arek@geographicadventures.co.uk In January 2010 Scotland and British Isles have been facing the most severe winter in decades with the temperatures hitting record level of -21°C in Highlands. The snow and ice has been covering the whole country for about three weeks now - the longest cold snap for almost 30 years. Airports, roads, trains and other usual public activities have been affected by severe weather. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/articles/scotland_severe_winter_of_2010.html 09 Jan 2010 20:24:43 GMT Articles arek@geographicadventures.co.uk Zante (Zakynthos) is a very charming island located in the Ionian Sea. It is easily reachable by air and by the sea from the continent and therefore is very popular especially with British holidaymakers. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/greece/zante.html 10 Jan 2010 23:36:12 GMT Travel Guide arek@geographicadventures.co.uk Tozeur is a small town located in a reasonably short distance from Matmata and Chott el-Jerid. Due to its location and facilities it is one of the more pleasant towns in southern Tunisia. It is called by some people as “the land of the palm trees”. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/tunisia/tozeur.html 18 Jan 2010 00:18:51 GMT Travel Guide arek@geographicadventures.co.uk Geographic Adventures Photo Gallery has been launched today. See our best travel photos. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/galleries/gallery.html 24 Jan 2010 22:48:05 GMT Gallery arek@geographicadventures.co.uk Sidi Bou Said is often described as a ‘typical Tunisian village’ with cobbled streets, white walls and studded blue doors. Due to its location, close proximity to Tunis (18 km) and Carthage (3 km), and beautiful architecture it has became a very popular tourist destination. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/tunisia/sidi_bou_said.html 31 Jan 2010 20:26:25 GMT Travel Guide arek@geographicadventures.co.uk Small town of El-Jem is located approximately 2.5 hours journey from Tunis. In the ancient times it was a trading town, a hub of the Saharan trade routes bringing goods, slaves and animals from the African mainland for the Colosseum. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/tunisia/el_jem.html 01 Feb 2010 22:41:58 GMT Travel Guide arek@geographicadventures.co.uk Chebika and Tamerza both mountain oases lie in relatively close proximity from each other - about 20 minutes drive and in a short distance to the border with Algeria. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/tunisia/chebika_and_tamerza.html 02 Feb 2010 22:50:15 GMT Travel Guide arek@geographicadventures.co.uk See the video clip from our visit to Chebika and Tamerza. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/tunisia/chebika_and_tamerza_video_clip.html 02 Feb 2010 23:29:40 GMT Travel Guide arek@geographicadventures.co.uk Port El Kantaoui is in our opinion a perfect tourist destination for everyone who is looking for relaxing holiday and fantastic weather. We have visited Port El Kantaoui several times and will definitively return there. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/tunisia/port_el_kantaoui.html 03 Feb 2010 21:55:36 GMT Travel Guide arek@geographicadventures.co.uk The town of Kairouan - the 4th holiest city in the Islamic world is located approximately 155 kilometres from Tunis and 55 kilometres from Sousse. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/tunisia/kairouan.html 10 Feb 2010 22:41:50 GMT Travel Guide arek@geographicadventures.co.uk If you are on holiday in one of the costal resorts (Sousse or Port El Kantaoui) and would like to spend some time and explore Tunisia - see the Sahara Desert and other interesting historical sites - an organised trip seems to be a perfect solution. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/articles/exploring_tunisia.html 12 Feb 2010 00:47:51 GMT Articles arek@geographicadventures.co.uk You may now download stunning Geographic Adventures wallpapers on your desktop! http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/wallpapers/wallpapers.html 16 Feb 2010 23:44:46 GMT Desktop Wallpapers arek@geographicadventures.co.uk Are looking for an interesting and not too long walk? If so, we have some suggestion for you. One of our favourites walks is four kilometres long path linking Aberdour and Burntisland. The walk is part of the Fife Coastal Path which stretches from North Queensferry in the south stretching for approximately 150 kilometres to the Tay Bridge in the north. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/scotland/aberdour_to_burntisland.html 22 Feb 2010 23:19:19 GMT Articles arek@geographicadventures.co.uk If you would like an interesting walk on an abandoned rail line, with dramatic views, and two long tunnels, then I could suggest Glenfarg. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/scotland/glenfarg.html 27 Feb 2010 00:38:10 GMT Travel Guide michael@geographicadventures.co.uk Just over a kilometre (3/4 of a mile) West of Peebles there is an intriguing disused railway tunnel. Ordnance survey 1:50,000 sheet 73 is a good basis for the walk, and would allow exploration of other track beds in the area, some of which are converted in to cycle paths. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/scotland/peebles.html 27 Feb 2010 14:24:52 GMT Travel Guide michael@geographicadventures.co.uk It is very easy to fall in love with Sousse - “the pearl of the Sahel”. It has everything the holidaymakers may need on holidays - miles of white sandy beaches, clear turquoise water, historic sites and the most important - it offers fantastic sunny weather almost all year round. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/tunisia/sousse.html 28 Feb 2010 00:50:34 GMT Travel Guide arek@geographicadventures.co.uk Near the town of Callander, is the peak of Ben Ledi. At a height of 879 meters, it is a substantial hill, but has the attraction of being easy to access, not too difficult a walk, and offers dramatic views (weather permitting). Callander has a wide range cafes, restaurants, hotels, etc. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/scotland/ben_ledi.html 02 Mar 2010 22:18:47 GMT Travel Guide michael@geographicadventures.co.uk Linlithgow is easily accessible by train and car. If you plan to go to Linlithgow by train you may be pleased to know that there is a frequent train service linking Edinburgh, Linlithgow and other towns. It takes approximately 20 minutes train journey from Edinburgh Waverly Station. During the weekend you may pay as little as £6.30 for the return ticket (price per person as at May 2008). http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/scotland/linlithgow.html 06 Mar 2010 10:07:30 GMT Travel Guide arek@geographicadventures.co.uk Carthage without a doubt is very interesting place to visit during your Tunisian holidays. It has a number of ancient archaeological sites and also offers fantastic views from the summit of Mount Byrsa over the peninsula. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/tunisia/carthage.html 08 Mar 2010 23:56:36 GMT Travel Guide arek@geographicadventures.co.uk This is an interesting walk, which can be begun from Loanhead, and is a walk of approximately 8 km to Millerhill. It is on the site of the former railway, and whilst the first short section is on converted cycle path, the majority is on the former rail line with the track still in place. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/scotland/loanhead_to_millerhill.html 10 Mar 2010 20:38:55 GMT Travel Guide michael@geographicadventures.co.uk Mykonos Island is in our opinion one of the most beautiful of Cycladic Islands. Mainly due to fantastic weather, excellent golden sandy beaches, typical Cycladic architecture and excellent air links with the United Kingdom and other European states (EasyJet flies here) it has became a very popular tourist destination. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/greece/mykonos.html 11 Mar 2010 22:56:20 GMT Travel Guide arek@geographicadventures.co.uk Charming Naxos Island is located almost at the centre of the Aegean Sea – approximately 103 nautical miles from Piraeus. Naxos is the largest, the most fertile and one of the most popular of Cycladic islands. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/greece/naxos.html 12 Mar 2010 22:13:18 GMT Travel Guide arek@geographicadventures.co.uk Are you looking for relaxing holiday in the sun? For a holiday where you could take off all your clothes and enjoy warm sunny day, clear blue sky and turquoise warm sea? If the answer is yes Greece may be a perfect place for you to go. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/articles/nude_beaches_in_greece.html 13 Mar 2010 01:22:23 GMT Articles arek@geographicadventures.co.uk Athens is a truly magnificent city to visit. It has plenty of very interesting sights to explore. All major tourist attractions are located within walking distance and are concentrated mainly around the Acropolis so you do not necessary need to use any form of transport. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/greece/athens.html 14 Mar 2010 22:25:18 GMT Travel Guide arek@geographicadventures.co.uk Marmaris - this very popular Turkish tourist destination lies in southern Turkey (Mediterranean coast) approximately 90 minute drive from Dalaman airport. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/turkey/marmaris.html 26 Jun 2010 22:50:03 GMT Travel Guide arek@geographicadventures.co.uk Loch Leven has two larger islands: Castle Island and St Serf’s Island, and four smaller islands: Scart Island, Alice’s Bower, Roy’s Folly and Reed Bower. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/scotland/loch_leven.html 29 Jun 2010 21:54:41 GMT Travel Guide arek@geographicadventures.co.uk Fort George, is the mightiest artillery fortification in Britain, if not Europe. After the defeat (1746) at Culloden of Bonnie Prince Charlie, King George II created the ultimate defence against further ... http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/scotland/fort_george.html 30 Jun 2010 19:29:14 GMT Travel Guide arek@geographicadventures.co.uk Although Scotland has plenty of beautiful worth visiting castles, on your holidays surely you will have limited time and will have to judge which places are the most appealing. To help you in choosing the ‘right place’ I have shortlisted below eight - in my opinion - the most charming places. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/articles/which_scottish_castle_should_i_visit.html 06 Jul 2010 22:55:58 GMT Articles arek@geographicadventures.co.uk Glen Coe is unquestionably one of Scotland’s most historic, beautiful, breathtaking and scenic Highland glens. It is visited by many domestic and international tourists every year. http://www.geographicadventures.co.uk/guides/scotland/glencoe.html 24 Jul 2010 19:47:42 GMT Travel Guide viola@geographicadventures.co.uk