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IN THE SPOTLIGHT 12

PUERTO PLATA TO CABARETE - ADVENTUROUS TO RELAXED

A colorful and rich past has left its imprint along the Dominican Republic's 'Silver Coast' for travelers today to explore. Along with that, the natural dimensions of the northern coastal region of this island country include both attractive offshore and land-based activities. In fact, there is enough to see and experience along this Silver Coast.

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FOREWORD PRÓLOGO

Welcome Bon Bini

IT TAKES A TEAM AS YOU ENJOY YOUR FLIGHT TODAY, I WOULD LIKE TO INTRODUCE YOU TO THE TEAM OF PEOPLE INVOLVED IN MAKING YOUR JOURNEY POSSIBLE. THE AIRLINE INDUSTRY TODAY IS COMPLEX AND VERY DYNAMIC, WITH LOTS OF DIFFERENT PARTIES INVOLVED. BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER A FLIGHT IS OPERATED, IT IS ALWAYS THE AIRLINE THAT CARRIES THE ULTIMATE RESPONSIBILITY FOR A SAFE AND COMFORTABLE TRIP. FOR YOU, THE PASSENGER, IT IS THE AIRLINE THAT IS AT THE FOREFRONT AND IT RECOGNIZABLE VIA ITS CHECK-IN AGENTS, PILOTS, CABIN ATTENDANTS AND THE RAMP HANDLERS WHOM YOU SEE AND CONNECT WITH, BUT THERE ARE MANY MORE PLAYERS THAT WORK TO MAKE YOUR TRIP A SUCCESS. BY EDWARD HEERENVEEN, CHIEF INTERNATIONAL & GENERAL AFFAIRS

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rom the ticket agent or website where you purchased your ticket, the operations and scheduling departments that help ensure your plane and crew are where they are supposed to be, the maintenance team that ensures your aircraft is safe and fully operational, the aircraft marshals that make sure the aircraft is ready to be loaded and unloaded properly, the catering department that verifies that enough snacks and beverages are onboard for your comfort and enjoyment, the fuel companies that ensure a safe refueling of the aircraft, the security teams that provide for all passenger safety, the aircraft cleaners that make sure you have a comfortable journey, and all of the supporting staff, are all essential players in the team working to get you to your destination safe, comfortable and satisfied. So, apart from the very important smile of the crew on board, it is

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the way you were greeted and treated at the gate and, of course, the flight experience that determines whether you have a lasting positive image of InselAir. It takes the effort of every member of our team to achieve this goal.

OUR CREW Having said this, you, our passenger, are likely most concerned with the experiences you come in direct contact with when traveling with InselAir. We are proud to say that we are very privileged to have an outstanding team who, in the end, are the real face and voice of InselAir to our customers during these 10 years that InselAir has been flying. Both in good times and in challenging times we rely on their professionalism, people skills and sense of responsibility to take care of you, our valued passenger.

STAY IN TOUCH For us to be able to serve you better, we would like to stay in touch with you. We kindly ask you, when making a reservation through Fly-InselAir.com, your travel agent or through one of our ticket offices, to always leave your contact details and sign up for our loyalty program, Insel StarMiles. This will allow us to send information, inform you about our specials, but more important, reach out to you when it is needed in case of flight interruptions, weather conditions or any important information regarding your reservation or journey with us.

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Inside Insights FOREWORD

IN THE SPOTLIGHT

LIFESTYLE 35

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Puerto Plata to Cabarete - Adventurous to Relaxed 22

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Meet me on the BLVD

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Book review

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Fun Flight: Sudoku

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Fun Flight for Kids

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PUERTO PLATA TO CABARETE ADVENTUROUS TO RELAXED

A COLORFUL AND RICH PAST HAS LEFT ITS IMPRINT ALONG THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC'S 'SILVER COAST' FOR TRAVELERS TODAY TO EXPLORE. ALONG WITH THAT, THE NATURAL DIMENSIONS OF THE NORTHERN COASTAL REGION OF THIS ISLAND COUNTRY INCLUDE BOTH ATTRACTIVE OFFSHORE AND LAND-BASED ACTIVITIES. IN

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Outdoors along the Dominican Republic's Silver Coast

FACT, THERE IS ENOUGH TO SEE AND EXPERIENCE ALONG THIS SILVER COAST - WHICH STRETCHES SOME 300 KILOMETERS AND CONTAINS OLD, NEW, SECLUDED AND BUSY LOCATIONS TO EXPLORE AND SAVOR DURING

BY HAL PEAT

UN PASADO RICO Y COLORIDO HA DEJADO SUS HUELLAS A LO LARGO DE LA COSTA DE PLATA DE LA REPÚBLICA DOMINICANA, LUGAR DE EXPLORACIÓN PARA LOS VIAJEROS DE HOY. AL MISMO TIEMPO, LAS DIMENSIONES NATURALES DE LA REGIÓN COSTERA AL NORTE DE ESTE PAÍS INSULAR BRINDAN ACTIVIDADES ATRACTIVAS TANTO EN TIERRA COMO EN EL MAR. DE HECHO, HAY MUCHO QUE VER Y EXPERIMENTAR A LO LARGO DE ESTA COSTA DE PLATA, QUE SE EXTIENDE POR UNOS 300 KILÓMETROS Y CONTIENE LUGARES ANTIGUOS, NUEVOS, APARTADOS Y CONCURRIDOS QUE SE PUEDEN EXPLORAR Y SABOREAR EN MÁS DE UNA VISITA.

TRANSLATION BY KAREL THIJS

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DE PUERTO PLATA A CABARETE DE LA AVENTURA A LA RELAJACIÓN

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FROM COLUMBUS' ARRIVAL TO REGIONAL TRAVEL DESTINATION This region derives much of its historic distinction from the early settlement that Columbus made here. The explorer intended to use the area as a hub for transporting the gold he hoped to find, instead Puerto Plata saw Spanish ships carrying silver finding it as a haven against offshore pirates. Nowadays, travelers can view the legacy of this early colonial period within and near the old city, including easy walking tours of the neighborhoods of narrow streets in nineteenth-century buildings that lead to the period-style Parque Central, a square with a two-story gazebo at its center. This area is also home to an eclectic array of frequently changing bars and restaurants, and walking around is easy because it is a compact district.

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Some other particular points of historic or local interest to visit while in and around Puerto Plata include: - The San Felipe Cathedral: notable for its twin towers and Art Deco influenced exterior facade; - The 16th-century Fortaleza San Felipe: overlooking Puerto Plata Bay. This oldest of all colonial forts in the hemisphere also has a small museum.

- A cable-car ride to the top of the 2,600foot, flat-topped peak of Mount Isabel de Torres: enjoy sweeping vistas of the city and coastline from the observation tower and inspect the gardens.

ACTIVITIES AND ATTRACTIONS The waters near Puerto Plata, while often rough, are still ideal for various aquatic sport so expect to see everything from sailboats to kayaks, to windsurfing and parasailing off some resorts. Your

own hotel may offer water sport activities or instruction as part of your stay, or you can choose an outside operator.

One such with a well-established outfit for scuba dives to excellent locations is Sea Pro Divers; they also provide lessons in windsurfing and waterskiing from the beachfronts at both the resort enclaves located within either Costa Dorada and Playa Dorada.

For more land-based type adventure to consider that will take you up and into the interiors of the region, one established wide-ranging operator based in Caberete is Iguana Mama. They lead moderate-to-hard hikes up Mount Isabel de Torres, overlooking Puerto Plata and the coast. One of their other best-known outings in the area is called the '27 Falls of Damajagua Cascading Hike'; it requires some stamina and strength, and

>> Puerto Plata Downtown

ŠDominican Republic Ministry of Tourism

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Outdoors along the Dominican Republic's Silver Coast

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>> Mount Isabel de Torres

Beaches come in every size and color, from the pure volcanic sands near Punta Santiago

Éstos son algunos de los otros lugares de interés histórico o local que puedes visitar mientras estás en y alrededor de Puerto Plata: - La Catedral de San Felipe Apóstol: que se destaca por sus torres gemelas y su fachada exterior con influencias del art déco; - La Fortaleza San Felipe, del siglo XVI: con vista a la Bahía de Puerto Plata. Es la más antigua de las fortalezas coloniales en este hemisferio, y cuenta con un pequeño museo.

- Un teleférico a la cima de la Loma Isabel de Torres: de más de 800 metros de altura y de pico plano. Disfruta de vistas panorámicas de la ciudad y de la costa desde la torre de observación y échales un vistazo a los jardines.

ACTIVITIES AND ATTRACTIONS Aunque las aguas de Puerto Plata suelen agitarse mucho, siguen siendo ideales para diferentes deportes acuáticos, así que prepárate para ver de todo, desde veleros hasta kayaks y desde surfistas hasta paravelistas, en algunos de los centros turísticos. Es posible que tu propio hotel ofrezca actividades o clases de deportes acuáticos como parte de tu estadía, pero también puedes escoger un operador externo. Uno de estos operadores, con buenos equipos para submarinismo en excelentes sitios, es Sea Pro Divers, que también brinda clases de surf y esquí acuático desde las playas en ambos enclaves del centro turístico ubicados en Costa Dorada y Playa Dorada.

Para más aventuras en tierra que te llevarán a lo alto y al interior de la región, está Iguana Mama, operador reconocido

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Gran parte de su distinción histórica viene del antiguo asentamiento establecido en esta región por Cristóbal Colón.

La intención del explorador era usar la zona como centro de operaciones para transportar el oro que esperaba encontrar, pero en vez de esto, Puerto Plata vio llegar buques españoles cargados de plata, que encontraban en su costa un refugio que los protegía de los piratas que navegaban cerca de la costa. Hoy en día, los viajeros pueden apreciar el legado de este temprano período colonial dentro y cerca de la antigua ciudad, durante caminatas cómodas por los barrios de calles angostas entre edificios del siglo XIX que llevan al Parque Central, una plaza construida al estilo de la época, con un kiosco de dos pisos en el centro. En esta zona se encuentra asimismo una serie ecléctica

de bares y restaurantes, que cambian con frecuencia. Caminar por el área es fácil gracias a lo compacto del distrito.

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>> Cabarete ocean front dining

con sede en Cabarete, que ofrece una amplia gama de actividades. La empresa organiza caminatas de diferentes niveles, de cómodas a difíciles, en la Loma Isabel de Torres, desde donde se pueden ver Puerto Plata y la costa. Una de sus excursiones más famosas en la zona se llama 'Caminata de los 27 charcos de Damajagua'. Para hacer esta caminata, se necesita algo de resistencia y fuerza, pues incluye un ascenso bravo durante el cual escalarás una serie de espectaculares cataratas. Si prefieres caminar en tierra plana, siempre puedes ir a la cancha de golf de 18 hoyos de Playa Dorada, diseñada por Robert Trent Jones. Desde algunos de los hoyos se puede ver el mar, mientras que otros serpentean entre bosques y lagunas.

Al final de la cancha se encuentra una elegante casa club, donde a los viejos aficionados al golf les encanta reunirse después de un partido.

Para hacer esta caminata 'Caminata de los 27 charcos de Damajagua', se necesita algo de resistencia y fuerza Más hacia el este de la Costa de Plata, por el pueblo de Cabarete, se encuentra otro destino para los aventureros de espíritu.

Cabarete fue descubierto en los años 80 como destino de surfistas gracias a las condiciones casi perfectas de su costa. En la actualidad, Cabarete es también el lugar ideal para otras actividades al aire libre, tanto en el agua como en la tierra, que van desde el surf y el kiteboarding hasta el kayak, el submarinismo y excursiones al interior. El operador local Iguana Mama te llevará a las montañas y los bosques de este lado de la República Dominicana. Las principales actividades y atracciones cer-

canas siguen siendo los deportes extremos practicados en las playas locales - desde el surf y el kayak hasta el kiteboarding, apoyados por eventos anuales de clase mundial e instrucción impartida por expertos.

DÓNDE HOSPEDARSE – DE INCLUSIVO A EXCLUSIVO, DE ELEGANTE A CASUAL La diversidad de hospedajes disponibles refleja la variedad de viajeros y sus diferentes intereses a lo largo de la Costa de Plata. Quienes visitan la zona de Puerto Plata pueden optar por uno de los muchos centros turísticos que forman parte del

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For those who prefer their walking to just be on level terrain, there is always the 18-hole golf course at Playa Dorada, designed by Robert Trent Jones; some of the holes overlook the ocean, while others meander around wooded areas and lakes. A stylish clubhouse is set at the end of the course, and is a favored spot for longtime golfhands to hang out after a round.

er outdoor activities nearby, both aquatic and land-based, range from surfing and kiteboarding to kayaking, scuba, and inland excursions with local operator Iguana Mama into the mountains and forests of this side of the Dominican Republic. The

main activities and attractions close by remain the extreme sport scene along the beaches here - from windsurfing to kayaking to kiteboarding, supported by both annual world-class events and available expert instruction.

ŠCasa Colonial

features a challenging ascent in which you hike, climb and scale up a series of spectacular waterfalls.

>> Villa Taina outdoor dining

>> Casa Colonial

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ŠVilla Taina

Further east along this Silver Coast, another travel point for the adventurous-minded is found in and near the town of Cabarete. Discovered in the 1980's as a destination for windsurfing thanks to its near-perfect offshore conditions, Cabarete nowadays is ideal for oth-

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WHERE TO STAY – INCLUSIVE TO EXCLUSIVE, ELEGANT TO CASUAL The diversity in guest accommodation reflects the range of traveler and their outdoor interest along the Silver Coast.

Those visiting the Puerto Plata area may opt for one of the many resorts that form part of the Playa Dorada complex or the nearby Costa Dorada complex. This usually means a choice of an all-inclusive property, or the more deluxe level hotel that caters to the individual needs of world-class travelers.

The spectacular luxury level is found at Casa Colonial which exudes a sleekly updated version of colonial design and decor, while the atmosphere remains chicly informal. The hotel's extensive Bagua Spa, features indigenous therapies incorporating Dominican mineral and tropical plant extracts.

complejo de Playa Dorada o del cercano complejo de Costa Dorada. Habitualmente, esto supone escoger entre una propiedad todo incluido o un hotel más lujoso que satisfaga las necesidades individuales de los viajeros de clase mundial.

Un nivel de lujo espectacular se puede encontrar en la Casa Colonial, que brinda una versión pulida y actualizada de un diseño y decoración coloniales, sin perder su ambiente elegantemente informal. El amplio Bagua Spa del hotel ofrece terapias indígenas que incorporan extractos de minerales y plantas tropicales dominicanos.

Villa Taina, informal pero elegante, es un hotel de tamaño medio frente al extremo este de la playa de Cabarete que ofrece todo lo esencial: habitaciones bien equipadas, excelente servicio de restaurante en la playa y todo lo que necesitan sus clientes en cuanto a alta tecnología y deportes de viento. Hoy

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Fronting the eastern end of the beach at Cabarete, the casual but stylish Villa Taina is a mid-sized hotel with all the essentials - well-appointed rooms, pleasant outdoor beachside dining, and well suited to the hi-tech and wind sport needs of its global clientele. Nowadays, the surf station remains busy yearround with guests, students, and visiting extreme sport pros who all rely on the state-of-the-art gear or instruction also available here.

Active to relaxed, the Dominican Republic's Silver Coast presents many sides of outdoor active and after-hours leisure to suit the tastes of every interest. Yesterday's history and today's energy here combine to make it an encounter that will match any passion for wind, wave, forest or mountain.

Fortaleza San Felipe T (+809) 281-6043 Cable-Car Ride - Mount Isabel de Torres T (+809) 970-0501 Sea Pro Divers T (+809) 552-1336 www.seaprodivers.com Cabarete Iguana Mama T (+809) 571-0908 www.iguanamama.com 18-hole Golf Course - Playa Dorada T (+809) 320-4262 Casa Colonial T (+809) 320-3232 www.casacolonialhotel.com Villa Taina T (+809) 571-0722 www.villataina.com

©Dominican Republic Ministry of Tourism

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Outdoors along the Dominican Republic's Silver Coast

>> Puerto Plata Downtown

en día, la estación de surf pasa todo el año llena de huéspedes, estudiantes y profesionales de los deportes extremos, quienes aprovechan sus equipos último modelo, así como las clases que brinda la estación.

Desde lo activo hasta lo relajado, la Costa de Plata de la República Dominicana

presenta muchos tipos de actividades al aire libre y de ocio fuera de horas para satisfacer los gustos de cualquier visitante. La historia de ayer y la energía de hoy se combinan en este país para brindarte un encuentro que satisfará tu pasión por el viento, las olas, el bosque o la montaña.

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Are you interested in a unit at Mambo Beach Boulevard? Send Thomas Roggendorf an email: thomas@blvdcuracao.com

He describes the BLVD as a unique place on Curaçao. "You can effortlessly combine a visit going to the 170 meter wide beach with great shopping, dining and entertainment possibilities. The BLVD is situated on Curaçao's largest beach and hosts more than 50 stores, restaurants, bars and activities, making it a central meeting spot and 'anytime' destination.

It's a truly unique place on Curaçao and a must-do experience."

A PLACE FOR EVERYBODY With such a great variety of things to do, it seems like a place for everyone. Mr. Roggendorf agrees: "it might sound cliché but the BLVD really is for everybody. It has one of the best beaches on Curaçao and, with 2 playgrounds, it is kid friendly and wheelchair accessible. The BLVD is visited by many cruise-tourists as well as many stay over tourists and local residents."

Do you prefer a white beach, shopping or a nice cocktail on a terrace overlooking the ocean? You do not have to choose; the Mambo Beach Boulevard offers you everything! Start your day with a fresh cup of coffee while enjoying a view of the beach and palm trees. Go for a dive in the sea or chill on one of the lounge chairs, which you do not even have to leave for lunch.

Enjoy a massage on the beach or buy that perfect gift. When the day ends, prepare for a refreshing drink while you watch the sun set into the sea and contemplate where you want to have dinner tonight.

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ENCONTRAR ARTÍCULOS DE LUJO ECONÓMICOS Y OFERTAS EXTRAVAGANTES

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CAFETERÍAS AL AIRE LIBRE DE FORT LAUDERDALE SON DE LO MEJOR. PERO ¿QUÉ HACER CUANDO LLUEVE? ¡IR DE COMPRAS, POR SUPUESTO! SEGURO QUE ENCONTRARÁS TODO LO QUE NECESITAS EN DOS LUGARES MUY DIFERENTES: EL SAWGRASS MILLS OUTLET MALL Y EL FESTIVAL FLEA MARKET. TRANSLATION BY KAREL THIJS

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TODO EL MUNDO SABE QUE LAS PLAYAS Y LAS

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Fort Lauderdale, Florida SAWGRASS MILLS

SAWGRASS MILLS

Sawgrass Mills is the largest outlet retail shopping destination in the United States. Boasting more than 350 name brand outlet shops, this upscale venue offers top-quality items at value prices. Famous designer items are a steal at more than 40 luxury-brand outlets such as Gucci, Jimmy Choo, Versace and more.

El Sawgrass Mills es el destino de compras al por menor más grande de Estados Unidos. Este exclusivo centro comercial cuenta con más de 350 tiendas de marca que ofrecen productos de la más alta calidad a precios de oferta. Artículos de diseñadores famosos se venden a precios de regalo en más de 40 establecimientos de lujo como Gucci, Jimmy Choo, Versace y otros.

When your stamina fades, you can grab a quick bite at multiple food courts, or choose a table at Johnny Rockets, The Rainforest Cafe or The Cheesecake Factory, all located on-site.

Si se te bajan las energías, puedes comer algo rápido en las múltiples áreas de comida o seleccionar una mesa en Johnny Rockets, The Rainforest Cafe o The Cheesecake Factory, todos ubicados dentro del mall.

INSIDER TIP Begin at one of the many luggage retailers, buy a suitcase, and roll your purchases around the mall while you continue shopping.

Sawgrass Mills is conveniently located 30 minutes from Miami International Airport, with two exits off the Sawgrass Expressway.

Luckily, even if Mother Nature decides to rain on your Florida plans, there is still plenty to do in Fort Lauderdale FESTIVAL FLEA MARKET Looking for something a bit more unusual? Stretching for a quarter-mile, the Festival Flea Market houses over 500 shops, with the energy and excitement of an open-air market, all under one roof. If you're looking for the perfect tropical trinket, you'll find it here.

Shopping options include cosmetics, jewelry, beachwear, shoes and home decorations in every tiny nook and hidden corner. Dining options from fast food to full sit-down meals, ensure you won't go hungry during your quest.

INSIDER TIP Many resorts/hotels offer 'Festivalue Dollars' which guests can redeem like cash at the Market.

Festival Flea Market is nestled between I-95 and the Florida Turnpike near Butterfly World, only 10 minutes from Sawgrass Mills.

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CONSEJO DE LOS QUE SABEN Comienza en una de las muchas tiendas de equipaje, cómprate una maleta y úsala para transportar tus artículos por el mall mientras sigues comprando.

El Sawgrass Mills se encuentra convenientemente ubicado a 30 minutos del Aeropuerto Internacional de Miami, con dos salidas de la Sawgrass Expressway.

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Las opciones de compras incluyen cosméticos, joyas, ropa de playa, zapatos y decoraciones para el hogar en cada pequeño espacio y rincón escondido. A la hora de comer, las opciones van desde comida rápida hasta restaurantes con comidas completas, por lo que no pasarás hambre durante tu búsqueda.

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FORMERLY PART OF THE BRITISH EMPIRE, GUYANA GAINED ITS INDEPENDENCY EXACTLY 50 YEARS AGO. THIS ENGLISH SPEAKING SOUTH AMERICAN COUNTRY SHARES ITS BORDERS WITH VENEZUELA, BRAZIL AND SURINAME. ITS TERRITORY IS PART OF BOTH THE AMAZON BIOME AND THE GUIANA SHIELD: A TWO BILLION YEAR OLD PRECAMBRIAN CRYSTALLINE ROCK FORMATION, UPON WHICH RESTS ONE OF THE LARGEST PORTION OF PRISTINE FOREST WORLDWIDE.

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uyana also contains a combination of magnificent landscapes and great diversity of spectacular wildlife and plants. Jaguars, harpy eagles, giant anteaters, a multitude of attractive birds, many endemic species and more wonderful creatures inhabit and coexist in the interior of its green lands.

Among the few countries with a high forest cover (with 85% of its landmass covered by intact forest) but low deforestation rate, Guyana also has a wide network of rivers, rich wetlands and vast open savannahs that need to be preserved, sustained, discovered and valued.

ESTE PAÍS SURAMERICANO, DE HABLA INGLESA, COMPARTE FRONTERAS CON VENEZUELA, BRASIL Y SURINAM. SU TERRITORIO FORMA PARTE TANTO DEL BIOMA DEL AMAZONAS COMO DEL ESCUDO GUAYANÉS, FORMACIÓN ROCOSA CRISTALINA PRECÁMBRICA DE DOS MIL MILLONES DE AÑOS DE EDAD, SOBRE LA CUAL DESCANSA UNA DE LAS MAYORES EXTENSIONES DE BOSQUE PRÍSTINO DEL MUNDO.

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ontiene asimismo una combinación de magníficos paisajes y una enorme diversidad de vida silvestre y plantas espectaculares.

Jaguares, águilas arpías, gigantescos osos hormigueros, una multitud de atractivas

aves, muchas especies endémicas yotras criaturas asombrosas viven y coexisten en el interior de sus verdes tierras.

Guyana es uno de los pocos países con gran cobertura de bosque (con el 85% de su territorio terrestre cubier-

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>> Jaguars inhabit in the interior of Guyana's green lands

mientras que fomenta también el desarrollo de prácticas sostenibles, como el turismo.

to de bosque intacto) y baja tasa de deforestación. Cuenta también con una amplia red de ríos, exuberantes humedales e inmensas sabanas abiertas que necesitan ser conservados, sostenidos, descubiertos y valorados.

CUANDO EL TURISMO SE UNE A LA CONSERVACIÓN

Esta combinación de características únicas hace que la presencia de organizaciones como el Fondo Mundial para la Naturaleza (WWF, con oficina regional en las Guayanas, que cubren Guyana, Surinam y la Guayana Francesa) sea de fundamental importancia para asegurar que se practique la conservación y se proteja el medio ambiente,

La presencia de áreas protegidas como Kaieteur, Iwokrama o Shell Beach atrae a visitantes en busca de nuevas formas de explorar la naturaleza. Una de estas formas consiste en participar de manera activa en la conservación de su biodiversidad y hábitats y en el empoderamiento de las comunidades locales.

Los paisajes y sitios icónicos de Guyana en realidad van mucho más allá de su

belleza inmediata y cautivadora: desempeñan un papel fundamental en el restablecimiento de un verdadero nexo entre los seres humanos y la naturaleza.

Veamos como ejemplo el Parque Nacional Kaieteur, que cuenta con algunas de las cataratas más poderosas del mundo, con una altura de 225 metros (casi cinco veces la altura de las Cataratas del Niágara). El parque también es el hogar de muchas especies increíbles que sólo viven en esta parte del mundo, como la rana cohete dorada.

Otro lugar especial es Iwokrama, donde se han unido la protección de la biodiversidad, el aprovechamiento sostenible de los bosques y el ecoturismo. Esta área protegida - que constituye, por una parte, un taller de conservación administrado en asociación con las comunidades locales y, por otra parte, una de las maravillas

Take the Kaieteur National Park and its waterfalls, for instance. These are one of the world's most powerful falls, with a height of 741 ft (almost five times that of the Niagara). They are also home for many incredible species that only inhabit this part of the world, such as the golden rocket frog.

>> Parque Nacional Kaieteur, que cuenta con algunas de las cataratas más poderosas del mundo

WWF IS THE LEADING CONSERVATION AGENCY IN THE WORLD. WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO HAVE A WWF OFFICE IN THE GUIANAS AND IN GUYANA ESPECIALLY? To help our three nations remain the greenest countries on Earth. An objective that we must achieve not just thanks to our generous natural heritage, but based upon our actions towards a sustainable future for our people and our lands.

WHAT IS THE MOST SPECIAL THING ABOUT THE INTERIOR OF GUYANA? Its incredibly rich biodiversity: Guyana hosts one of the world's most diverse suite of largely intact landscapes, ecosystems and wildlife.

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WHAT ARE THE 3 TIPS YOU WOULD GIVE TO TOURISTS TRAVELLING TO GUYANA? 1. Remain curious and be ready to explore the natural wonders and cultural richness.

2. Expect to indulge in 'the real thing': you are in for a rustic and homely experience.

3. Take care of the places you will visit like they are your own.

Aiesha Williams, WWF-Guianas/Country Manager of the Guyana office

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This unique set of traits makes the presence of organizations such as the World Wildlife Fund (who has a regional office in the Guianas, covering Guyana, Suriname and French Guiana) especially pivotal to ensure that conservation is practiced and the environment is protected, whilst also encouraging the development of sustainable practices, such as tourism.

The presence of protected areas such as Kaieteur, Iwokrama or Shell Beach attracts visitors looking for new ways of exploring nature. Ways that include being actively engaged in the conservation of its biodiversity and habitats, while also empowering local communities.

Guyana's iconic landscapes and locations go in fact way beyond their immediate and captivating beauty: they play a key role in reestablishing a true link between humans and nature.

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Many species only inhabit this part of the world

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Iwokrama is another special place, where biodiversity protection, sustainable uses of forest and eco-tourism have met. A worksite for conservation managed in partnership with local communities on one hand, and one of the natural wonders of Guyana's interior on the other, this protected area features a suspended path set above the forest floor, where tourists can wonder into the thick rainforest canopies and see species that could never be seen from the ground.

Iwokrama proves that natural attractions

can also be essential to actively involve Indigenous communities in the conservation of their own lands.

Other eco-tourism destinations with similar purposes include the North and South Rupununi, where the local ranch and cattle culture of the Amerindians has found a new purpose within tourism; and Shell Beach, a long stretch of beaches that are important marine turtle nesting grounds, located on the coast close to Venezuela.

EL FONDO MUNDIAL PARA LA NATURALEZA, O WWF POR SUS SIGLAS EN INGLÉS, ES EL ORGANISMO DE CONSERVACIÓN MÁS IMPORTANTE DEL MUNDO. ¿POR QUÉ ES IMPORTANTE CONTAR CON UNA OFICINA DEL WWF EN LAS GUAYANAS, Y PARTICULARMENTE EN GUYANA? Es para ayudar a nuestras tres naciones a seguir siendo los países más verdes de la Tierra, objetivo que debemos lograr no sólo gracias a nuestra generosa herencia natural, sino con base en nuestras acciones, dirigidas a asegurar un futuro sostenible para nuestros pueblos y nuestras tierras.

¿QUÉ ES LO MÁS ESPECIAL DEL INTERIOR DE GUYANA? ©Zach Montes/WWF

Su biodiversidad, que es increíblemente rica. Guyana cuenta con una de las colecciones más diversas del mundo de paisajes, ecosistemas y vida silvestre prácticamente intactos. >> Guyana also has vast open savannahs that need to be preserved, sustained, discovered and valued

naturales del interior de Guyana – cuenta con un sendero colgante que permite a los turistas subir a las frondosas copas de los árboles y observar las especies que nunca podrían apreciarse desde el suelo.

Iwokrama demuestra que las atracciones naturales también pueden ser esenciales para involucrar activamente a las comunidades indígenas en la conservación de sus propias tierras.

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Otros destinos ecoturísticos con objetivos similares son el Rupununi del Norte y del Sur, donde la cultura local de fincas y ganado de los amerindios ha encontrado un nuevo objetivo en el turismo; y Shell Beach, un largo trecho de playas, ubicadas en la costa cerca de Venezuela, que son importantes sitios de anidación para las tortugas marinas.

¿CUÁLES SON LOS 3 CONSEJOS QUE USTED DARÍA A LOS TURISTAS QUE VIAJEN A GUYANA? 1. Mantengan la curiosidad y prepárense para explorar sus maravillas naturales y su riqueza cultural.

2. Esperen autenticidad: los aguarda una experiencia rústica y acogedora.

3. Cuiden los lugares que visiten como si fueran suyos.

Aiesha Williams WWF Guayanas/responsable de la oficina de Guyana

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>> English Harbour as viewed from Shirley Heights

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FROM PAST CENTURIES TO THE PRESENT DAY, THE

TO THE SEAS AROUND IT - FIRST AS AN IMPORTANT BRITISH NAVAL BASE DURING THE EARLY COLONIAL PERIOD, AND LATER AS A FAVORED HUB FOR SAILORS AND SEAFARING ADVENTURERS. THAT NAUTICAL CONNECTION INCLUDES SUCH FIGURES AS BRITISH ADMIRAL HORATIO NELSON IN THE LATE EIGHTEENTH CENTURY AND THEN TODAY'S YACHTING COMPETITORS AND SAILORS OF ALL LEVELS. ALONG WITH THAT, THE APPEAL OF ANTIGUA'S COAST HAS SEEN THE ARRIVAL OF THRILL-LOVING WATER SPORT ADVENTURERS.

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DE CLÁSICO A EXTREMO LA COSTA DE ANTIGUA LO OFRECE TODO DESDE LOS SIGLOS PASADOS HASTA LA ACTUALIDAD, LA ISLA DE ANTIGUA HA PERMANECIDO ESTRECHAMENTE

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ISLAND OF ANTIGUA HAS REMAINED CLOSELY CONNECTED

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Antigua's Diverse Sailing and Watersport Worlds

COLONIAL, Y LUEGO COMO PUNTO DE ENCUENTRO FAVORITO PARA LOS NAVEGANTES Y AVENTUREROS DEL MAR. ESTA CONEXIÓN NÁUTICA SE VE REFLEJADA EN FIGURAS COMO EL ALMIRANTE BRITÁNICO HORATIO NELSON, DE FINALES DEL SIGLO XVIII, Y, ACTUALMENTE, EN LOS COMPETIDORES DE REGATAS Y NAVEGANTES DE TODOS LOS NIVELES. ASIMISMO, LA ATRACTIVA COSTA DE ANTIGUA HA VISTO LA LLEGADA DE ESPÍRITUS AVENTUREROS AMANTES DE LOS DEPORTES ACUÁTICOS.

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CONECTADA CON EL MAR QUE LA RODEA: PRIMERO COMO IMPORTANTE BASE NAVAL BRITÁNICA A INICIOS DEL PERÍODO

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Antigua's Diverse Sailing and Watersport Worlds English Harbour has become an established favorite with the sailing world EARLY NAVAL HUB AND LONGTIME SAILING PARADISE Antigua's nautical diversity is present along all sides of its coast - ranging from seasonal events and activities on water, to waterfront locations carefully transformed into living museums. The highlights of island naval history lie within the 15 square miles known as Nelson's Dockyard National Park, a district on the winding southern coast that includes English Harbour, Shirley Heights and the sites of forts.

English Harbour was founded as a base for the British navy during the late eighteenth century, a turbulent era that saw

ANTIGUO CENTRO DE ACTIVIDAD NAVAL Y PARAÍSO DE LA NAVEGACIÓN La diversidad náutica de Antigua está presente a lo largo de toda su costa, desde eventos de temporada y actividades sobre el agua hasta lugares frente al mar cuidadosamente transformados en museos vivientes. Lo más importante de la historia naval de la isla se encuentra dentro de los 39 kilómetros cuadrados conocidos como Parque Nacional Astillero de Nelson (Nelson's Dockyard National Park). Este parque se encuentra en la sinuosa costa sur e incluye el distrito de English Harbour, el mirador de Shirley Heights y varias fortalezas. English Harbour se fundó como base para la armada británica a finales del siglo XVIII, época turbulenta en la que otras islas del Caribe cambiaron de manos muchas veces entre las grandes potencias coloniales. Gracias

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other Caribbean islands change hands multiple times between the great colonial powers. Thanks to its excellent fortifications and vigilant fleet, Antigua remained British throughout these times.

What came to be known as Nelson's Dockyard continued as headquarters for the British Leeward Islands fleet into the mid-nineteenth century but was gradually abandoned until its post-war restoration.

Today, visitors explore a renovated collection of buildings that have new identities but which still display much of their original architecture and interior period style.

Preserving this legacy are structures such the Admiral's Inn, the Dockyard Museum, the impressive Copper & Lumber Store, or the Hamilton's restaurant in the old officer's quarters. Outside, the huge stone plinths stand from the Dockyard's days as a naval overhaul base.

A WORLD OF REGATTAS AND FIRST-CLASS RACING Antigua's geographic position and favorable wind and current conditions are key to its prominence on the calendar of Caribbean regatta events. After the Second World War, the restoration of the original dockyard was begun and nowadays, English Harbour and other ports around Antigua have become established favorites with the sailing world.

Antigua's upwind locations also means that many desirable cruising destinations are just a day or two's voyage away

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MUNDO DE REGATAS Y CARRERAS DE PRIMERA CLASE La ubicación geográfica de Antigua, junto con sus vientos y corrientes favorables, son clave para su prominencia en el calendario de eventos de regata en el Caribe. Después de la Segunda Guerra Mundial, se inició la restauración del astillero original y, en la actualidad, English Harbour y varios otros puertos de Antigua se han convertido en los lugares favoritos del mundo de la navegación.

La ubicación de Antigua contra el viento también significa que muchos destinos populares de los cruceros se encuentran a tan sólo uno o dos días de viaje. Todos

ellos fueron importantes para la aparición de la primera Semana de la Navegación de Antigua, la cual se organizó por primera vez como regata informal en los años sesenta, pero se ha convertido en una estrella anual en el calendario mundial de la navegación y atrae a más de doscientos yates para cinco días de carreras en ocho diferentes clases.

Junto con la Semana de la Navegación, se celebran otros eventos de temporada, cada uno con su propia identidad, como la Regata Clásica de Yates de Antigua, una carrera de yates tradicionales y naves altas, y otras carreras de categoría especial que atraen a participantes fieles, como la Carrera Alrededor de la Isla y la Regata del Día de San Valentín.

Utilizando a Antigua como punto clave, se celebran asimismo carreras entre las islas vecinas, como la Caribbean 600 que

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El lugar que posteriormente se conocería como Nelson's Dockyard, o 'Astillero de Nelson', siguió siendo el cuartel general de la flota británica de las Islas de Sotavento hasta mediados del siglo XIX. Luego, el astillero fue abandonado gradualmente, hasta su restauración después de la guerra. Hoy en día, los visitantes pueden explorar una colección renovada de edificios que, a pesar de su nueva identidad, han preservado gran parte de su arquitectura original y del estilo interior de la época. Conservan este legado las estructuras como la Admiral's Inn ('Taberna del Almirante'), el Dockyard Museum ('Museo del Astillero'), la impresionante Copper & Lumber Store ('Tienda de Cobre & Madera') y el restau-

rante Hamilton, ubicado en la antigua residencia de los oficiales. Afuera se han conservado los enormes plintos de piedra de los tiempos en que el astillero funcionaba como base naval de revisión.

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a sus excelentes fortificaciones y la vigilancia de su flota, Antigua continuó siendo británica durante todo este tiempo.

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Antigua's Diverse Sailing and Watersport Worlds - all of which were important for the appearance of the first Antigua Sailing Week, first staged as an informal regatta in the Sixties but now an annual star on the global sailing calendar, attracting over two hundred yachts over five days of races in eight classes.

Along with Sailing Week, other seasonal events with a distinct identity include the Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, when competitors race their traditional yachts and tall ships, and other special category races drawing loyal competitors such as the Round the Island Race, or Valentine's Day Regatta. Also, races between neighboring islands with Antigua as a key point, such as the RORC (Royal Ocean Racing Club) Caribbean 600 Yacht Race which winds from Anguilla down to Guadeloupe.

Recent years have also brought events for the 'superyacht' class - such as the three-

day Superyacht Challenge Antigua held in January in pursuit races along the island's dramatic southern coast.

As in centuries past, the protected inlets at English Harbour and Falmouth Harbour provide ideal anchor for the sailing craft of both local and visiting competing yachtsmen. The facilities and surroundings at the various hosting venues at English Harbour, Admiral's Inn or the Antigua Yacht Club all exude their own authentic ambiance for the celebrations surrounding the regattas. A more elevated panorama of the harbour inlets below is had from the original fortifications at Shirley Heights.

SECLUDED BAYS FOR CLASSIC TO EXTREME NAUTICAL SPORT Along Antigua's east coast conditions that made the island attractive for its classic yachting also favor the more

recent categories of water sport. The best access for extreme watersport is found nowadays at such east coast inlets as Half Moon or Willoughby Bay due to their exposure and the wind variations here. At Nonsuch Bay, one of the most spectacular eastern bays, the combination of reef-sheltered waters and variable winds are idyllic for either kitesurfers or sailing. The offshore presence of little Green Island is another accessible point for all nautical enthusiasts. Making extreme watersport even more available is the ongoing operation at Nonsuch Bay Resort of the 40 Knots Kitesurfing & Windsurf School, which also supports the annual Ride Antigua festival with the resort.

At the same time, Nonsuch Bay remains fully engaged with sailing - providing its own fleet of smaller sailing craft and

>> English Harbour se fundó como base para la armada británica a finales del siglo XVIII

organiza el Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC), la cual va desde Anguila hasta Guadalupe. En los últimos años, también se han organizado eventos para la clase de los 'superyates'. Uno de ellos es el Superyacht Challenge Antigua, en el cual, durante tres días de enero, la espectacular costa sur de la isla es el escenario de carreras de persecución.

Igual que en los siglos pasados, las ensenadas de English Harbour y Falmouth Harbour brindan la protección ideal para las embarcaciones de los regatistas locales y visitantes que participan en las carreras.

Las instalaciones de los diferentes lugares donde se celebran las mismas, como English Harbour, Admiral's Inn y el Antigua Yacht Club, brindan un ambiente único

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ENGLISH HARBOUR Nelson's Dockyard National Park Parque Nacional Astillero de Nelson www.nationalparksantigua.com 9am - 5pm.

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The Dockyard Museum – A nautical and historic collection from colonial to modern day Museo del Astillero – Una colección náutica e histórica de la época colonial hasta la era moderna T (+268) 481-5027 www.dockyardmuseum.org

BAHÍAS APARTADAS PARA LOS DEPORTES NÁUTICOS CLÁSICOS Y EXTREMOS A lo largo de la costa oriental de Antigua, las mismas condiciones que hicieron de la isla un lugar atractivo para la navegación clásica a vela también favorecen las categorías más recientes de deportes acuáticos. El mejor acceso para los deportes acuáticos extremos se encuentra hoy en las ensenadas llamadas Half Moon y Willoughby Bay, gracias a su exposición y las variaciones del viento. En Nonsuch Bay, una de las bahías orientales más espectaculares, la combinación de aguas protegidas por

arrecifes y vientos variables resulta ideal para el kitesurfing y la navegación a vela.

Green Island, una pequeña isla cerca de la costa, es otro punto de fácil acceso para todos los aficionados a los deportes náuticos. Los deportes acuáticos extremos se vuelven aún más accesibles gracias a la operación continua en el Nonsuch Bay Resort de la 40 Knots Kitesurfing & Windsurf School, escuela que también apoya el festival anual llamado Ride Antigua junto con el centro turístico.

Al mismo tiempo, Nonsuch Bay sigue comprometido al 100% con la navegación a vela, poniendo a disposición su propia flota de embarcaciones menores y brindando clases de navegación. Esta conexión constante con el mundo de la navegación clásica también es evidente durante la Semana de la Navegación, cuando Nonsuch Bay organiza su propio reto llamado

WHERE TO STAY ¿DÓNDE HOSPEDARSE? Admiral's Inn T (+268) 460-1027 www.admiralsantigua.com Nonsuch Bay T (+268) 562 8000 Toll Free US: 888-844-2480 www.nonsuchbayresort.com

ANNUAL NAUTICAL EVENTS EVENTOS NÁUTICOS ANUALES Antigua Sailing Week Semana de la Navegación de Antigua Antigua Yacht Club Marina Resort, English Harbour T (+268) 734-6366 E info@sailingweek.com

Nonsuch Bay RS Elite Challenge. Se trata de una carrera de diseño único de un solo día que se celebra en Pigeon Beach y en el que participan, por invitación, barcos de quilla RS Elite de 24 pies. Ya sea desde las alturas de Shirley Heights, las ensenadas de English Harbour o las altas terrazas con vistas a Nonsuch Bay, las conexiones náuticas de Antigua a lo largo de su variada costa siguen siendo de una dimensión asombrosa que los espíritus aventureros amantes de los deportes acuáticos podrán experimentar a su propio estilo.

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y auténtico para las celebraciones que acompañan las regatas. Para observar las ensenadas de los puertos desde un lugar más elevado, se puede subir a las fortificaciones originales de Shirley Heights.

from the elevation of Shirley Heights, the inlets along English Harbour or the terraces overlooking Nonsuch Bay, Antigua's nautical connections along its varied coastline remain an astounding dimension for watersport adventurers to experience in their own style.

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sailing lessons. That ongoing connection to the classic sailing world is also apparent during Sailing Week with their own Nonsuch Bay RS Elite Challenge, a one-day invitational one-design racing event at Pigeon Beach and featuring 24-foot RS Elite keel boats. Whether

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Book review Reseña del libro URBAN NEIGHBORHOODS, MOUNTAINOUS INTERIORS, COSMOPOLITAN AND COUNTRYSIDE – ALL PROVIDE POWERFUL INSPIRATION FOR THESE NEW BOOKS IN BOTH FICTION AND NON-FICTION.

SAN JUAN NOIR Mayra Santos-Febres [Akashic Books, 2016]

GONE AGAIN James Grippando [HarperCollins, 2016]

IF I'M NOT BACK BY WEDNESDAY Geoffrey Haddad [geoffreyhaddadbooks.com, 2016]

Sometimes told at a breathless pace, at other times in slow and sinister cadences, the short stories in this book collection drawn on contemporary urban settings in the Puerto Rican capital reveal dimensions of life here far beyond the usual commercial outer facades. Instead, the writers bring an awareness of the human fringes of San Juan's neighborhoods that are usually ignored in the tourist guide books or not explored in much depth in the mass media.

For fans of crime fiction with gripping courtroom drama and some truly unusual twists, this latest thriller from Miami-based novelist James Grippando delivers all the perfect ingredients. While Debra and Gavin Burgette, a wealthy divorced couple face the consequences of their foreign adopted teenage daughter's disappearance, the man convicted of murdering this young woman awaits execution. Debra is convinced her daughter is still alive and approaches Miami defense attorney Jack Swyteck with her theory, and Swyteck must pursue unexpected avenues in the race to prevent his client's death sentence.

As 1967 draws to a close on Jamaica, five teenager graduates of Jamaica College, an elite secondary school in the capital of Kingston, set out on a hike that diverges from the established trails into the island's Blue Mountains. Their subsequent experience in which this young group become lost and disoriented, and the attempts to locate them by the Jamaica defense forces, constabulary and frantic family members, form the driving narrative of Geoffrey Haddad's book. Beyond that and perhaps just as important, the wider description of a time and place and its moments of family and social life provide the canvas which brings this first-hand account fully into perspective.

brought alive with chilling detail and insight Revealed in each story are characters in desperate situations far from the wider world's gaze, brought alive with chilling detail and insight - a woman in her final hours mourns the child and marriage she lost, or the reclusive resident of a high-rise apartment building recounts the bizarre end of a young window washer. From the interiors of sleazy bars or chic resort hotels, shabby apartments and in open streets and avenues with no escape, the tales of San Juan Noir trace the doomed routes of their victims and villains with an acute social and tragic awareness. These journeys keep the reader transfixed and understanding this Caribbean city in entirely new ways.

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The plot that takes Swyteck from highend neighborhoods to seedier parts of the greater Miami urban map also depicts the personal and professional conflicts of Swyteck himself, his pregnant wife Andie who works for the FBI, and their various associates and adversaries - along with the hidden pasts of the Burgette family. Swyteck's mission to uncover the truth about a troubled young woman becomes an intriguing challenge for this passionate attorney to navigate. Along the way, James Grippando's revelation of his characters and their motives remains empathetic and always insightful.

For readers with a background in Jamaica, roots elsewhere within the Caribbean or from Geoffrey Haddad's generation, this detailed recollection of a harrowing episode in the wild will resonate strongly. While the book is centered on this story of survival in Jamaica's dense interior by a group of young men, the author also delivers an extensive description of the wildlife and natural growth they encountered.. The result is a vivid tale of challenge in the outdoors, of self-sufficiency and team skills, and even a practical guide to others who might undertake their own exploration into what remains the formidable Blue Mountains.

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Delicious seafood in a cozy restaurant. We serve a wide variety of excellent seafood, delivered daily from local fishermen and flown in from Europe. Every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday we serve fresh lobster and oysters. For the menu see our website. Open from Monday till Saturday from 6 pm till 10 pm.

Mariscos deliciosos en un acogedor restaurante. Servimos variedad de excelentes pescados y mariscos, se entrega todos los días de los pescadores locales y viajó desde Europa. Todos los miércoles, jueves y viernes de langosta y ostras frescas. Para el menú, consulte nuestro sitio web. Horario: lunes a sábado, 6 a 10 pm.

Baoase Culinary Beach Restaurant is a unique fine-dining restaurant in a romantic setting on the beach. A worthwhile visit when in Curaçao! Baoase is perfect for your special evening or a pampered beach day. Soak up the sun and relax with our beach day passes. For $50 you can enjoy our plumped up sun lounger, large beach towel, snacks served throughout the day and unlimited ice water. A reservation is required. Romantic gazebo and private picnic available upon request.

Baoase Culinary Beach Restaurant es un restaurante exclusivo en un ambiente romántico en la playa, perfecto para su noche especial o para consentirse con un día en la playa. Tomar el sol y relajarse con nuestro pase de día por $50. Se requiere una reserva.

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Otrobanda Waterfront, de Rouvilleweg 9, Curaçao T (+5999) 462-5999 W www.de-gouverneur.com www.facebook.com/GouverneurCuracao

Jan Thiel Beach (Office), Curaçao T (+5999) 767-9998 W www.bountyadventures.com

Pietermaai 51, Willemstad, Curaçao T (+5999) 465-0478 E info@pietermaaihotel.com W www.pietermaaihotel.com

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Situated directly at the harbor entrance, with a beautiful view over the Handelskade or dining outside in the distinct courtyard garden under the Caribbean night sky, De Gouverneur (The Governor) quickly became a 'must visit' on Curaçao. The colorful and colonial atmosphere combined with an internationally oriented menu with a good twist of local ingredients and local cuisine, make this restaurant very popular amongst locals too.

Situado directamente en la entrada del puerto, con una hermosa vista sobre el Handelskade o poder cenar fuera en el jardín del patio distinto bajo el cielo de la noche caribeña, De Gouverneur (el gobernador) se convirtió rápidamente en una 'visita obligada' en Curazao. El ambiente colorido y colonial combinados con un menú internacional orientado con un buen toque de ingredientes locales y gastronomía local, este restaurante es muy popular entre los locales también.

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Klein Curaçao (Every Day) Sunset Sail, Luncheon Snorkel Sail. All our trips include our fabulous cuisine and our fully stocked open bar, including alcoholic drinks!

Bounty Adventures' trips are just out of this world!

A Klein Curaçao (Todos los días) Paseos a la puesta del sol, Paseos de esnórquel al mediodía. ¡Todos nuestros paseos incluyen comida de nuestra fabulosa cocina y bebidas de nuestro bien abastecido bar abierto, incluso bebidas alcohólicas! ¡Los paseos con Bounty Adventures son algo verdaderamente de otro mundo!

When you choose Pietermaai Boutique Hotel, you choose location and authenticity. Our 36 boutique style rooms including kitchenettes are all situated in different historic urban villas and their accompanying attached houses, where history and modern facilities meet each other perfectly. Right in the middle of daily city life. The center of Willemstad is only 500 meters away.

Al elegir Pietermaai Boutique Hotel usted elige ubicación y autenticidad. Nuestros 36 habitaciones de estilo boutique incluyendo cocina, están situados en diferentes villas urbanas históricas acompañado por sus casas unidas, donde la historia y modernas instalaciones se encuentran perfectamente justo en el centro de la vida cotidiana de la ciudad. El centro de Willemstad está a 500 metros de distancia.

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Henck Arronstraat 53, Paramaribo, Suriname T (+597) 520-520 / 520-525 E info@sulliessuites.com W www.sulliessuites.com

Wagenwegstraat 55, Paramaribo, Suriname T (+597) 410-700 E info@anaulanatureresort.com W www.anaulanatureresort.com

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Sullies Suites is a comfortable bed and breakfast hotel.

With our friendly and welcoming staff and conveniently located within the historic town center of Paramaribo, we offer fully air-conditioned rooms with or without a kitchenette, Free breakfast, wifi, bathrooms with hot/cold water. The hotel has a swimming pool and our rates start at $45 per night. Visit us.

Sullies Suites es una posada cómoda. Con nuestro personal amable y acogedor y situado en el centro histórico de la ciudad de Paramaribo, ofrecemos habitaciones con aire acondicionado con o sin cocina, desayuno gratis, wifi, baño con agua fría y caliente. El hotel tiene una piscina y nuestros precios comienzan en $45 por noche. Visite nos.

An island located in the upper Suriname river, at the foot of the Ferulasi rapids. The place where the pristine nature meets the unique maroon culture in the melting pot called Anaula Nature Resort. comfortable place to relax at the pool, for kids at the playing ground or to join e.g. forest walks, spotting caimans during an exciting overnight trip, visit local village communities etc.

Una isla ubicada en el alto Río de Surinam, a los pies de los rápidos de Ferulasi. El lugar donde la naturaleza prístina se encuentra con la cultura única marrón en el crisol llamado Anaula Nature Resort. Un lugar cómodo para relajarse en la piscina, un terreno de juego para los niños, la posibilidad para participar por e.g. en caminatas por el bosque, observación de caimanes durante un excitante paseo nocturno o posibilidad de visitar comunidades locales.

Hosting a gigantic palapa on the white sand beach, overlooking the Caribbean Sea. A laid back beach bar featuring a myriad of tropical cocktails, cold drinks, beer and wine. An open-air seaside restaurant offering an array of tempting choices for breakfast, lunch or dinner and the best view of the island.

Moomba tiene una palapa gigantesca en las hermosas playas de arena blanca, combinada con una de las mejores vistas al mar de Aruba. Un bar de playa para relajarse donde se puede dizfrutar de una gran variedad de cocteles tropicales, cervezas, vinos y toda clase de bebidas frias. El restaurante tambien es al aire libre donde se ofrece una gran variedad de platos para el desayuno, almuerzo y cena mientras los clientes se deleitan con la mejor vista de la isla.

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Paramaribo, Suriname T (+597) 475-050 E info@bergendalresort.com W www.bergendalresort.com

Paramaribo, Suriname T (+597) 475-050 E info@bergendalresort.com W www.bergendalresort.com

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Hotel Krasnapolsky is located in the middle of the dazzling city center of Paramaribo. This reputable hotel, with 84 rooms, 3 international fast food chains, a pool terrace and a lounge café, is the ideal location for tourists and business travelers who appreciate quality in combination with the famous Suriname hospitality. Due to the attractive surroundings of the hotel, one immediately feels at home upon arrival.

Hotel Krasnapolsky se encuentra en medio de la deslumbrante ciudad de Paramaribo. Este hotel de buena reputación, con 84 habitaciones, 3 cadenas internacionales de comida rápida, una terraza y un salón cafetería, es el lugar ideal para turistas y viajeros de negocios que aprecian la calidad en combinación con la famosa hospitalidad de Surinam. Debido al atractivo entorno del hotel, uno inmediatamente se siente en casa a su llegada.

Guests at the Bergendal River Resort will be delighted by the blend of tranquility, relaxation, adventure, nature, culture, history and wellness which make this resort a one of a kind, vacation destination. Whether it's adventure you're looking for or simply peace and relaxation in a comfortable surrounding, Bergendal River Resort is the perfect choice for a unique Amazonian-Caribbean experience in the heart of the Rainforest, only a 0.5 hour drive from the JAP International Airport.

Los huéspedes del BERGENDAL River Resort estarán encantados por la mezcla de tranquilidad, relajamiento, aventura, naturaleza, cultura, historia y bienestar que hacen de este resort uno de un clase, destino de vacaciones.

Si se trata de aventura simplemente buscas tranquilidad y relajación en un entorno confortable, Bergendal River Resort es la opción perfecta para una experiencia única amazónica Caribeña en el corazón de la selva sólo 0,5 hora en coche desde el aeropuerto internacional de la JAP.

At Bergendal Adventure Center guests can enjoy a range of nature oriented activities. Experience challenging and interactive adventures in a fun, safe and ecologically responsible way. Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of nature and marvel at its ability to reduce the stresses of your everyday lifestyle. Soar through the treetops of the jungle on our exhilarating canopy zipline or try one of our other activities.

En Bergendal Adventure Center los huéspedes pueden disfrutar de una variedad de actividades concentradas alrededor de la naturaleza. Experiencia aventuras interactivos y desafiantes de una manera divertida, segura y ecológicamente responsable. Sumérgete en las vistas y sonidos de la naturaleza y asómbrese de su capacidad para reducir el estrés de su vida cotidiana. Elevase a través de las copas de los árboles de la selva en nuestra emocionante canopy zipline o intente una de nuestras otras actividades.

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Peggy's Restaurant Review FOR OVER 25 YEARS, MANHATTAN BASED TV CHEF PEGGY TJIN, HAS TRAVELED THE WORLD AS A GLOBAL FOOD CRITIC OF HIGH-END VENUES AND REPORTS BACK TO HER FOLLOWERS. WE PROUDLY PRESENT PEGGY TJIN'S

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SPICE QUEST Dr. J.F. Nassylaan, Paramaribo, Suriname T (+597) 520-747

FLAVORS [MARRIOTT] Anton Drachtenweg, Paramaribo, Suriname T (+597) 456-000

This romantic, hidden treasure is just off the Kwattaweg, on the Virolastreet at Uitvlucht.

This place, with seating in and outside, attracts all of Paramaribo's young and trendy. The menu offers a lovely variety of Thai dishes and use local ingredients making them even more striking. I find the prices reasonable, but then I am from Manhattan where everything is overpriced, so it seems to me that this kickass place is spot on value.

The service is ok as tables are spread over the whole yard so the staff has to run around a lot, but available when you need them.

On the sandy part of Dr. J.F. Nassylaan, you will find a venue that will rock your world. Let no one dare say Suriname does not know about culinary food because here you will meet the Surinamese master, Patrick Woei, the humble owner of Spice Quest who has put a lot of energy into sharing his knowledge with the youth of Suriname to continue the flow of culinary skill and beauty. The ambiance brings up different emotions; outside you can enjoy a lovely romantic meal; inside you have a more intimate setting and upstairs you can party while you eat! The menu includes large variety of reasonably priced dazzling dishes, using local ingredients and a well-selected wine list.

In the Courtyard of the Marriot, you will find this 'badass' restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, Sunday brunch and sometimes a 'killer' buffet. The menu is reasonably priced, there is an elegant wine list and the service is outstanding! The breakfast buffet offers a large variety of local dishes that change every day - sometimes they even serve 'pom'. Every buffet offers a wide variety of lovely local and international fruits and dessert, including the mind blowing Bojo, made from coconut and yucca. The evening buffet offers all kinds of pastas, veggies, meat and fish all prepared with great care. On Friday the fish market day is a dream come true with beautiful white fish right from the ocean. The chef prepares it any style you prefer, served with different sauces. On different occasions they have the chef's table, which is Epic; the chef serves 8-9 dazzling dishes of a high end NYC style quality and so reasonably prized.

I start with an elegant cocktail - flavorful and dazzling on my palate followed by a Tom Ka Kai soup to clean my taste buds. This is a fabulous, flavorful Thai chicken soup - lemon grassy, coconutty, not too spicy and with nice chunks of white chicken. I continue with Marinated Beef in a Tamarind Sauce, which is striking and brings heavenly flavors together, however I do not like the beef quality. The Bang Bang, a local fish, steamed with ginger in a black bean sauce is perfectly cooked and delicious. The Green Chicken Curry is another favorite dish and proves they really understand Thai cuisine using a perfect amount of curry paste in the sauce, balancing the flavors beautifully. The most epic dish ever is the Fried Squid Salad with Green Apple (normally with pear) and Cashew. They marinate the salad with sweet and sour spices and it's simply amazing. What an awesome experience!

The Banana Fritters are too doughy for me but have lovely sesame and vanilla flavors.

very well balanced and delicious flavors I start with a creamy Tajerblad (local spinach) Soup with some Tempura Butterfish on the side, which is an explosion of flavors on my palate. Although the Beef Carpaccio looks like nothing I've ever seen before, this sweet, crispy, garlic and Teriyaki-flavored dish is 'to die for' and I wouldn't have it any other way. The grilled Salmon Teriyaki, served with local veggies, yams, and okra, is luscious and enjoyable and the Cinnamon Parbo Beer stew, with mashed potatoes and fried plantain, lives up to my imagination - very well balanced and delicious flavors - absolutely my favorite dish of the evening. For dessert, I taste the Watermelon, Orange Meringue, served with a breathtaking pandang rice ice cream: a perfect end to this epic meal! I say: Go Woei! Woei!

I decide to start dinner with a crème of taro (root), which is heavenly with beautiful earthy flavors and a rocking presentation and continue with the Trio of Seafood, which is also perfectly cooked and beautifully presented. I must admit, I never knew that smoked Bang Bang could be so flavorful and fabulous and this chef serves it with feta, watermelon, ginger wasabi and caviar, which is right up my alley: all natural flavors and no added salt.

My main dish is a lovely piece of meat cooked perfectly, however the cute tortilla cup salad is soggy and flavorless. Dessert is a perfect 10: Chocolate Mud Cake with orgasmic Coulis and I would also recommend their best ever cheesecake, which is whipped into a light and delicious mousse - Epic!

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RULES To solve these Sudoku puzzles, place a number into each box so that each row across, each column down, and each small 9-box square within the larger diagram (there are 9 of these) will contain every number from 1 through 9. In other words, no number will appear more than once in any row, column, or smaller 9-box square. By working with the numbers already given as a guide, complete each diagram with the missing numbers that will lead you to the correct solution.

REGLAS Para poder resolver estos puzles Sudoku, hay que poner un numero en cada casilla para que cada fila, cada columna, y cada región (cuadrícula de 9 casillas) dentro de la cuadricula de 9x9 contenga los números del 1 al 9. En otras palabras, ningún número aparecerá másde una vez en cada fila, columna o región. Usando los números ya rellenados en algunas casillas, complete cada región con los números que faltan para resolver estos sudokus.

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Fun Flight for Kids

FIND THIS MONSTER'S SHADOW

SUDOKU To solve these puzzles, draw a colored circle in each box so that each row across and each column down, will contain a circle in every color (blue, red, yellow and black). In other words, no color will appear more than once in any row or column.

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TINYPULSE PERFORM Not only were Blair and Dani able to see the US states from fresh perspectives that were tied into each conference, but they also were able to connect with leaders

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TINYpulse Perform: the next generation of performance management around the globe and learn from experts on best practices and innovative solutions to the problems they were facing at Ocean Design. At TINYcon, an employee engagement-focused conference they attended that was put on by TINYpulse, Blair realized that Ocean Design essentially needed to learn how to better facilitate conversations between managers and employees throughout the year, which was something TINYpulse put great emphasis on. Ultimately, Blair and Dani decided that Ocean Design would start using TINYpulse Perform, which is a new performance

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management tool used to help facilitate these conversations and prevent issues from getting out of hand. They quickly realized that TINYpulse Perform is the next generation of performance management.

INCREDIBLY EFFECTIVE The tool from TINYpulse saves time by eliminating irregular and unproductive conversations and implementing regular 1:1 meetings each week. It is incredibly effective, as it encourages team members to work together in order to agree on team goals, review performance, and make necessary adjustments, which ultimately helps establish clear objectives. Finally, it is transparent, which is incredibly important in the workplace. TINYpulse Perform fosters a culture of feedback and transparency through regular discussions, as opposed to waiting until the annual performance review to deliver feedback.

As Blair and Dani ended their trip and returned to New Zealand, they connected with their team and shared the best practices of keeping transparency and communication high and 1:1 meetings frequent. TINYpulse Perform helped them see the importance of these values and encouraged them to implement these practices at Ocean Design. Blair and Dani realized that finding a tool that is time saving, effective and transparent is mutually beneficial for both themselves, as employers, and their employees, which is exactly what they were seeking.