Boasting beautiful beaches away from the never-ending furor that abounds in Palm Beach, Jupiter is an ideal vacation destination for anyone who truly needs to escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Surrounded by untamed beauty with hardly a disturbance in sight, all your worries will simply melt away when you stay in a waterfront vacation home rental.

When you think of Palm Beach, the first things that probably come to mind are the high-powered home owners (the Kennedys, Rockefellers, Trumps, etc.), the lavish homes, and the unbeatable shopping on Worth Avenue. While this atmosphere might be right on cue for someone who thrives on glitzy and glamorous surroundings, it is definitely not the place for someone who wants to relax and enjoy the simple pleasures in life.

Located to the north of Palm Beach where the beaches are pristine and the water is always inviting, Jupiter is an excellent alternative if your idea of vacation perfection involves countless waterfront pursuits and simply appreciating the natural beauty of coastal Florida. On and around the soft white sand, palm trees sway from the gentle ocean breeze as you enjoy swimming, surfing, snorkeling, or scuba diving in the refreshing blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean. To say that the magnificent Dubois Park, Carlin Park, and Ocean Cay Park are sheer perfection may actually be an understatement.

As Jupiter becomes a more appealing prospect, consider the opportunities for excitement that also abound away from the water’s edge. Golf is a favorite Florida activity and Jupiter can certainly meet your needs at the PGA National Resort & Spa or the Golf Club of Jupiter. Feel like walking or hiking in search of breathtaking sights? The Loggerhead Marinelife Center of Juno Beach offers sand dune nature trails, complete with interpretative signs, in addition to an organized turtle-watching program where you can view the nesting spots of the giant Loggerhead turtle.

Since the great outdoors and more specifically the beach are the focal point for most of Jupiter’s attractions, it makes sense that you would want to stay as close to the entertainment as possible. Jupiter vacation rentals are not only located immediately along the sparkling white sands, but they also offer you the privacy and convenience you typically won’t find in other accommodations. Nestled along the shore and surrounded by palm trees and lush landscaping, you never have to worry about a noisy neighbor disturbing your relaxing peace and quiet.

With the beautiful scenery all around your home away from home, you don’t have set out for the beach in order to appreciate the awe-inspiring views. Simply kick back on your private patio that overlooks the water to bask in the warm weather and serenity of your surroundings. And if the desire to sink your toes in the sand or enjoy a cooling dip in the ocean becomes too much to ignore, a private walkway will lead you to the sandy expanse where you can fulfill all of your water-filled dreams.

When night falls on Jupiter, you will not find a happening nightlife or all too much entertainment with the exception of Club Safari. While you could always try West Palm Beach for more extensive options, your vacation rental may surprise with all it has to offer in the way of nighttime entertainment. Several Jupiter Florida rentals feature private pools and hot tubs, media rooms, wireless internet, and even game rooms that can extend the easygoing flow of the day into the evening. With all of these comforts of home at your fingertips, you’ll never want to leave your cozy abode after sunset.

As an encouraging host that wants you to take advantage of its scenic splendor, Jupiter demands nothing of your stay besides the most rest and relaxation possible. To follow its guide and experience the most breathtakingly beautiful stay possible, consider a Jupiter vacation home rental whose amenities and location are beyond compare. When every second of the day comes without an ounce of stress, you can truly appreciate your vacation and leave feeling as if you actually got away from it all.

Jen W.
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From the Gulf of Mexico to the Atlantic seaboard, travel to Florida is the ultimate adventure and getaway for spring breakers, singles, couples, and the entire family alike. The Sunshine State is packed with amusement park extravaganzas, wildlife sanctuaries, pristine beaches, and cruise ship island escapades. Don’t miss your chance to escape to one of the most dynamic vacation destinations in the USA.

Florida is also rife with pertinent heritage before becoming the 27th state of the Union. Florida’s history dates back thousands of years, prior to any European settlements in the region. By the time the first European explorer landed in Florida, the Native American population was thriving, including the Seminole and Apalachee tribes. The region changed hands from Spain to Britain, back to Spain then finally to the United States in 1845. Several war-torn forts and battlefields from the Civil War era and earlier can be found throughout the peninsula and panhandle, including Dade Battlefield Historic State Park in the Southwest District and Castillo de San Marcos (Fort Marion), a National Monument.

Disney, Deco, and Diving in Florida

Once you find your airfare to Florida, you’ll be ready to explore the extensive amusements the state has to offer. Disney World, near Orlando, is one of the most popular destinations and is a short drive away from Canaveral National Seashore, home of the Kennedy Space Center and periodic shuttle launches. On the Atlantic shore, Miami boasts hundreds of historic Art-Deco buildings and hotels along the famous avenues of South Beach. Just north of Miami, Fort Lauderdale is the place to catch a cruise or flight into the Bahamas, the Caribbean, and the Florida Keys.

Popular leisure activities in Florida include SCUBA diving, snorkeling, yachting, horseback riding and exploring the National Parks. Everglades National Park is a stunning 1.5 million acre expanse of green wetlands, hundreds of endangered or rare species like the American crocodile and the Florida Panther, bird and flamingo sanctuaries, and numerous boat and land tours.

Dry Tortugas National Park is also a must see, made up of a cluster of islands west of the Florida Keys in the Gulf of Mexico. The park is teeming with exotic wildlife, both above and below water, and fantastic legends of pirates, gold and a history of military development. Grab your oxygen tank and your airfare to Florida for some of the most spectacular underwater photography opportunities the world has to offer.

The Finer Side of Florida

Many travelers make their pilgrimage to Florida to experience fine seaside dining in the major cities like Miami and luxury communities like Jupiter Island. Hotels and full-service resorts are generously scattered throughout the coastal regions, Orlando and the Keys, and bayside mansions attracts their own class of renters and sightseers alike.

Elyse Morgan
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The Republic of Panama, which is more commonly known as simply Panama is the southern most country of Central America. It borders Costa Rica to the west, Columbia to the east, the Atlantic Ocean to the north and the Pacific Ocean to the south.

One of the most intriguing pieces of Panama and perhaps the most popular, is the world famous “Panama Canal”. The Panama Canal is a passageway that connects the Atlantic and Pacific oceans through the country of Panama. Panama was chosen for this because it is the narrowest landmass between the Atlantic and Pacific Ocean. The Panama Canal is about 50 miles long and during the approximately 80 years that the canal has been in use, over 800,000 ships have taken advantage of it. Nearly 40 ships each and every day are passing through the Canal and the numbers are continuing to rise more and more each year.

Some of the big highlights that Panama has to offer are enchanting wildlife, dazzling rainforests, colorful underwater adventures, and charming white sandy beaches! What better way to enjoy all of these wonderful sites than by taking a charter yacht vacation. These tours give you a great feel for not only the Canal but Panama itself, as well as the many beautiful islands it has to share that are virtually uninhabited.

Cebaco Bay is located on the southern end of Isla Cebaco which is an uninhabited island made up of pristine, white sandy beaches and literally thousands of coconut trees. They offer trilling white water rafting, superb scuba diving, and big game fishing with some of the largest fish in the world. Not only are Panama’s islands well known for its deep sea fishing, but many world records have either been set or broken within these waters!

As always, almost all charter yacht vacation tours around Panama are all-inclusive. This includes all your gourmet meals and fine foods, beverages and open bar, along with your water sports. Scuba gear and state of the art deep sea fishing equipment are also available; if that’s the type of charter yacht you’re looking for. Remember, this may vary slightly from broker to broker so it is always a good idea to do your research first, depending on what activities are the most important to you and your family. The Pacific side of Panama is home to a wealth of tropical islands from the palm tree speckled beaches of the Archipelago of Las Perlas, to the notorious colony located on the pristine island of Coiba! Coiba to this day remains a prison for the country’s most hardened criminals and is comparable to America’s Alcatraz. This adds a bit of island adventure to the trip and is an amazing, historical site to see.

Panama’s islands are home to a wealth of beauty, history, vegetation and wild life. In the past, this destination was primarily used as a stop over and not really considered a destination to visit by travellers. These days, people who are wanting a relaxing and unique vacation experience are starting to realize just what Panama has to offer. So if you are looking for something exotic and fascinating that will give you an unforgettable experience to treasure for a lifetime, then behold the islands of Panama!

Sarah White
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The AFP reported on 25 Jan 2007 that a brave scuba diver repelled a Great White Shark attack yesterday. How did this man escaped from the most feared predator of the sea, the monstrous Great White Shark which is known to grow up to 30 feet long and can weigh tons?

The Australian scuba diver, Eric Nerhus said that he resisted the shark attack so vigorously because he did not want to be an undignified fish food. Fish food? The Great White Shark is no ordinary shark It is a huge mean meat eating machine and nothing in the ocean can stand against its ferocity and viciousness.

Scuba Diving Shark Encounter
According to Eric, he was scuba diving collecting abalone in the ocean south of Sidney when he suddenly found himself half way into the gigantic mouth of the 10 footer monster with its sharp razor teeth grinding on him. He told Australia’s Nine Network TV station that he was so shocked at first that he did not know what was happening. ‘I went straight into its mouth. My shoulders, my head and one arm went straight down its throat and I could feel its teeth crunching up and down on my scuba diving weight vest.’ he described to reporters from his hospital bed.

Eric, a father of two teenage kids realized that his only hope of escaping from the shark was by stabbing repeatedly at the creature’s eye with his abalone chisel as the shark begun to shake him side to side in a vicious vice like grip around his waist. The struggle was so violent that Eric’s regulator (breathing apparatus scuba diving gear) was knocked out from his mouth preventing him from breathing and his diver’s face mask crushed.

The shark must have been hurt by Eric’s vigorous stabbing of its eye that it suddenly paused, and then open its mouth just in the nick of time for Eric to escape from the shark’s deadly jaws. The gallant scuba diver then swam painfully to the surface followed by the shark not too far behind him. He was quickly pulled to safety by his son before the Great White shark gets its second chance of making Eric its fish food. The waters of Australia, South Africa and Florida are known to experience Great White Shark attacks on scuba divers, snorklers, surfers and swimmers now and then. Attacks by The Great White sharks are usually fatal and this scuba diver must have been very lucky to have escaped one piece.

Chris Chew
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Here is a taste of some of our beautful wall diving at Small Hope Bay Lodge on Andros Island. The resort is a ten minute boat ride from the 6000 ft deep Tongue of the Ocean, which gives our divers a lot of wall to dive! Scuba divers that come to the Bahamas for their scuba diving vacation enjoy a great diversity of diving – wall diving, wreck diving, reef scuba diving, shark diving – along with all the other wonderful activities at Small Hope Bay Lodge. It’s a perfect all inclusive Bahamas family vacation.

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