3191. The High-Altitude Orchids of the Swiss Alps
May 03, 2017
Throughout history and around the world the orchid has always been held in a certain high regard, captivating us with its exotic beauty and subtle, intoxicating aroma. So much so that an era was named after the height of the pursuit of the discovery of this seductive flower: the "orchidelirium
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3192. The Exotic Avian Species of Southern Morocco
May 03, 2017
The unique and dramatic landscape of Southern Morocco is a birder's dream, with the varied habitat providing a home for a vast variety of exotic North African avian species. For birdwatchers who embark on an adventure to Morocco, holidays that take in the rugged altitudes of the High Atlas Mountains...
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3193. Species Spectacular: The Beautiful Flowers of Madeira
May 03, 2017
The flowers of Madeira are famous the world over; the intense colours and astounding diversity of species makes the sub-tropical archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean one of the world's premier places for floral enthusiasts. During the peak of the spring flowering season, a huge array of endemic and int...
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3194. Identifying the Colours of Alpine Flora
May 03, 2017
The vibrant alpine flora that carpets the low lying meadows and high altitudes of the Swiss Alps every summer provides a profusion of colour unmatched anywhere else in the world. Spread over a landscape of changing altitudes, variations in sun exposure and wildly different vegetation, the many speci...
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3195. Enjoy the Natural Beauty of Madeira's Magnificent Gardens
May 03, 2017
So abundant with flora it's known as a 'floating garden', the island of Madeira is an absolute delight for amateur botanists or those who simply want to enjoy its extensive natural beauty for the sheer pleasure of it. While the island is just one of five in the Madeiran archipelago, it is the larges...
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3196. The Endangered Bald Ibis of Souss-Massa National Park
May 03, 2017
For nature lovers, Morocco holidays that focus on the country's avian species will invariably pay special attention to the endangered Bald Ibis. There are four known breeding colonies of the species in Morocco, three of which are found in the wildlife rich Souss-Massa National Park.
For thos...
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3197. The Abundant Birdlife of Skala Kallonis
May 03, 2017
The beautiful Greek island of Lesbos (aka Lesvos) is alive with the sights, sounds and vivacity of myriad migrant and resident birds. The island is renowned as one of the best places in Europe for birders, and those who embark on one of the dedicated bird holidays in Lesbos are in for the experience...
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3198. Best Birding Sites in Lesbos
May 03, 2017
As the third largest of the Greek islands, Lesbos (also called Lesvos) is popular for a number of things: olive oil, sardines, wildflowers and its fascinating mythology. But its greatest renown comes as one of the best bird watching sites in Europe. Dedicated birding holidays in Lesbos introduce par...
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3199. Try Via Ferrata in the Dolomites for Your Next Activity Holiday
May 01, 2017
The stunning UNESCO World Heritage landscape of the Italian Dolomites is the perfect backdrop for any summer activity holiday with its wide range of adrenaline-pumping activities, but none is quite so hair-raising as climbing the Via Ferrata trails.
Whether you want to combi...
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3200. Take to the Open Road with the World's Most Awesome Motorbike Routes
May 01, 2017
All our guests at Summit and Blue have one thing in common: a love of adventure and the open air. That’s what drives them to search out the ultimate activity holiday destinations, from the USA to Iceland and Finland to Antigua.
But while we all share a passion for adventurou...
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