Whale Watching from Land!

Hermanus, South Africa lies on the Western Cape two hours from Cape Town and close to the most southern point in Africa.  It is a major tourist destination in South Africa because it's simply the best place in the world from land to watch whales.  The peak time for whale watching there is from August to November.  During this time you can see whales everyday from a cliff path which runs the length of Hermanus.  There are many things to do there.  Whale watching, great white shark viewing, cage diving with great whites, diving, fishing, wine tasting, hiking in the Fernkloof Nature Reserve, beaches, sailing, paragliding from the mountains, and scenic drives with wonderful panoramic views.  ZAGOVA invites you to make a reservation with our friends at the Quarters Hotel in Hermanus. 

No shoes, no shirt, no worries.....Jost Van Dyke, BVI

Feel like dropping out of sight for a while, try the Sandcastle Hotel on Jost Van Dyke.  An island of approxiately 8 square miles northeast 7 miles from St. Thomas and north 5 miles from St. John.  Just bathing suits and shorts needed.  Barefoot Living!

Soggy Dollar Bar is named from the fact that everyone has to swim to get there.  They have a clothesline in the back to dry out your money.  They just clip your bills to the line.  In front of the bar you will find hammocks strung between palm trees.  Having a "PainKiller" (the well known Caribbean Rum Drink) wil get a nice Island buzz going.  ZAGOVA! 

HONG KONG

Everyone knows about the shopping and eating in Hong Kong.  Hong Kong city life is known throughout the world, but did you know just beyond the street life of the city one can find another world altogether.  Lush mountains, country parks, and quiet beaches on Hong Kong Island that are worth your time to see.

A short taxi ride or bus journey can take you to the southern side of Hong Kong Island to the seaside town of Shek O.  There are some amazing hikes only minutes from the skysrapers.  In fact hundreds of trails abound on Hong Kong Island.  Beaches, you ask?  Yes, check out Tai Long Wan,  A beautiful and underveloped beach of white sand surrounded by mountains.  It is completely deserted for the best part of the year.  Look for more info on ZAGOVA'S INSIDER INFO soon.

                                          Hong Kong

                                          Tai Long Wan

Sun, Sand, Ceviche, and a Cold Beer! Tamboo Tavern in Rincon, Puerto Rico

In Puerto Rico, Zagova recommends "The Tamboo Tavern and Tamboo Seaside Grill" located in Rincon.  It is a wonderful barefoot experience.  It offers great food in unspoiled natural beauty along with a beach bar that you can sit watch for whales, play in the sand, and listen to Latin rhythms.  Sit on the deck and enjoy their signature drink a world class Mojito.  ZAGOVA can take you there!