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News from Amanera and the new Aman Kyoto 12/30/2022 Posted by Vincent Vacations Amanera, located on Dominican Republic's (DR) North coast, is one of the Caribbean's hidden gems. The property is the Dominican Republic's premier luxury resort. Here's why: A unique and privileged setting. Amanera overlooks the ocean and is surrounded by tropical forest, framed by...
Highlights of Japan 03/01/2023 Posted by Vincent Vacations October 2022 Japan FAM by Vincent Vacations, Vice President, Destination Partnerships I had the privilege of traveling on a JNTO sponsored FAM to Japan in October 2022. At that time, masks were still required. As we just wrapped up Japan as our February Destination of the Month, I thought it was t...
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Redefining Fine Dining In Hawaii
Alan Wong’s award-winning restaurants and generous attitude keep him on Hawaii’s most-talked-about lists. His restaurant is more than a luscious menu and a remarkable wine list. It’s more than mouth-watering aromas, gorgeous appetizers and flavorful entrees. It’s more than deluxe hospitality. It’s Alan Wong! One of t...
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Oahu Points of Interest
ALOHA TOWER - Honolulu's familiar landmark is open to visitors and offers an excellent view of the harbor area. AQUARIUM - on Kalakaua Avenue across from Kapiolani Park at Waikiki, the Aquarium contains a world-famous collection of brilliantly colored tropical fish. BEACHES - beautiful beaches, wherever you go, for sw...
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Kauai Points of Interest
BOTANIC GARDENS - abounding in natural vegatation, Kauai also has four botanic gardens which are open to the public for small fees. The Smith's Tropical Paradise at Wailua, Ola Pua Gardens at Kalaheo, Kiahuna Plantation Gardens in Poipu, the National Tropical Botanical Garden in Lawai, offer an unusual assortment of flowers, s...
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Indulge in Hawaii
Nature provides the inspiration as well as the ingredients for the healing indulgences of Hawaii. Wash away your cares with Thalasso ocean water therapy. Give in to the soothing powers of a seaweed body wrap. Unwind with a warm lava-rock massage or a Hawaiian lomilomi massage. Treatments on every island renew your sense of well-being a...
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Honolulu
Honolulu's setting right on the Pacific and backed by dramatic cliffs and the extinct volcanoes of Punchbowl and Diamond Head is spectacular. Three-quarters of Hawaii's population lives on Oahu. Eighty percent of visitors to Hawaii arrive in Honolulu and most remain for their entire vacation. Even with its rampant development, Honolulu still gi...
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Flavors with Flair - Hawaiian Regional Cuisine
Hawaiian Regional Cuisine includes fresh, locally grown produce, fresh fish and meat, all unusually combined with a cultural mix of techniques. Discover these flavors with flair at our recommended dining options on each of Hawaii's islands. Between the Food Network, lushly illustrated magazines, and inspir...
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Top 20 Ways to Immerse in Today’s Japan
20. Explore the Grandeur of Mt. Fuji on a Bullet Train The Shinkansen, or “bullet train”, is unmatched in design, comfort and speed. At 186 mph, these trains allow ease of intra-country transportation with the awe of futuristic design and amenities of first-class travel. 19. Experience Traditional Accommod...
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Tokyo
The city of Tokyo is throbbing with life, day and night. It’s crowded and exciting and, except for serene garden enclosures, every square inch seems to be overflowing with new sights and sounds. For travelers who love fashion, architecture, history, electronics and shopping, Tokyo is a dream come true. With such a wealth of riches, it is difficul...
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Ryokan: Japanese Inns
Experience the Essence of the Architecture, Lifestyle and Culture of Japan Ryokan are Japanese-style inns, complete with a wide variety of facilities. In most cases, guests are served dinner in the evening of the day they arrive and breakfast the next morning. Rooms are usually Japanese-style, with straw tatami mats...
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Okinawa - Points of Interest
Oku - Fishing village Oku, North Okinawa. An attractive fishing village on Okinawa's northern coast where an array of traditional houses skulk under their low, tiled roofs. Ryûkyû-mura - Culture village 1130 Yamada Onna. Though too touristy for some, this recreated village provides a hint of what Okinawa might hav...
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Kyoto - A City in Harmony
Formerly the Imperial capital of Japan, Kyoto was the center of politics and culture for 1,100 years before the mid-19th century when the capital functions were transferred to Tokyo. This long and impressive history produced many magnificent temples and shrines and two spectacular World Cultural Heritage Sites, Kiyomizu-dera Te...
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Japanese Customs
Japan's 2,000 years of history have played a major role in shaping the country's unique cultural heritage. Visitors can partake in such traditions as flower arranging or the tea ceremony. Learn more about traditional Japanese customs including greetings, gift-giving and public bathing. Greetings Japan has its own unique form o...
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Japan: The Perfect Balance
Of all the major travel destinations of the world, somehow Japan had always eluded us. We set off on the “beginner’s” trip of Japan-Tokyo, Hakone (Mt. Fuji) and Kyoto. What we discovered was a country rich in culture yet affordable in cost. Most importantly, we discovered a very special people. Sure, most countries have pride,...
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Cultural Activities of Japan
Visitors can partake in such traditions as flower arranging or the tea ceremony and observe national pastimes ranging from Kabuki theater to Sumo wrestling. Museums are also great repositories for everything Japanese, from stunning artwork to folk items used in every day life. Flower Arranging Japanese flower arrangin...
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A Taste of Tokyo
For the taste of superlatives, there’s simply nowhere like Tokyo: the freshest, the largest, the most artful, and now, the most starred! Almost two hundred of Tokyo’s restaurants have been awarded Michelin stars, putting it miles (and meals!) ahead of any other city. The most scenic. Birds-eye view dining in Tokyo is a treat for th...
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Substance & Style in South Africa
South Africa is constantly changing and always keeping on top of the latest trends and offering travelers more reasons to visit and return. South Africa, or ‘SA’ as the locals call it, practically embodies the definition of ‘variety.’ The wide-open spaces of the African bush teem with diverse wildlife, from ...
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Puerto Vallarta Points of Interest and Useful Information
About the Town The Malecon Shopping is best along the Malecon, the seaside main street with many small shops. The Market The Market on the banks of the Rio Cuale sells one-of-a-kind Mexican handicrafts, clothing, jewelry, food items and more. Fine Ar...
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Guadalajara Points of Interest and Useful Information
Activities The most easily recognized building in the city is the cathedral, around which four open plazas make the shape of a Latin cross. Later, a long swath of land was cleared to extend the open area from the cathedral east to the Hospicio Cabañas, creating Plaza Tapatía. Construction o...
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Cozumel Points of Interest
Archaeological Sites: El Cedral Just beyond Playa San Francisco, a paved highway heads inland 3.5 kms. to this, the oldest structure on the island. Traces of original Mayan wall paintings are visible. San Gervasio The island's best preserved, most visited ruins. The site is a group of small shrines and t...
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5 Reasons to Visit Vancouver
What do you get when you mix endless shopping, renowned cuisine, fresh ocean air and an incredible mountain backdrop? The city Condé Nast voted North America’s best: Vancouver. Herewith, five reasons we can’t get enough of Vancouver. A Walk in the Park Vancouver ’s Stanley Park is a dens...
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Ireland: Food, Spas & Festivals
With top restaurants, renowned cookery schools, great produce and vibrant delis – Ireland is one of Europe’s top gourmet destinations, so why not go on a voyage of discovery to really tickle the tastebuds? Explore Ireland’s rich, bounteous larder and discover a raft of excellent fresh produce, glisteningly fresh seafo...
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