#spectacular crab spider

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little guy!!

Spectacular Crab Spider, male(?) (Thomisus spectabilis).

[gachacatt]

A while back when spider-verse was sweeping the screens, I drew my friend amybugs' Spectacular "Spider-Crab-Woman"! So I thought I'd share the sketch! 🦀🕸💥✨️ https://linktr.ee/amybugs Please check out my friend's amazing work!

[hollowsart]

Again me. X3

Why you're choose sloth for your spidersona? I can guess they're cute but maybe you have other reasons x3

One more thing.

Can you write your opinion on The Spectacular Spider-Man's Mysterio nd Jake Gyllenhaal's Mysterio? I'm alright if this will be different from what I'm thinking.

Hello hello again!

This will be a long response:

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1) I tried to make a spidersona before that was like a Spider Crab/Japanese Spider Crab because "spider" and also those are my favorite crabs ever, as well as just to be silly, however nothing was working, so I gave up and forgot about it until this year. I really love sloths, they're my favorite animal ever and so I had the brilliant idea to make mine a sloth instead of a spider! Really makes mine stand out from the rest, plus it wasn't too hard to design it in a similar way to spiderman! Lots of similar design elements, like the black around the eyes and all!

I am also archnophobic and think sloths would be more friendly. It also makes people underestimate me in a fight with their preconceived notions of how sloths are vs how I actually am because of my enhanced abilities from being bit by the genetically modified spider!

Also makes my spidersona more unique and personal to me 💕 and you're not wrong about sloths being cute!! They're adorable 🙏💕🦥

..I did recently draw up a quick concept of an alternate spidersona for myself that is actually based on a spider like everyone else, the spider I chose was a Bunny Harvestman:

They're the only spider I can withstand looking at surprisingly (they're kind of cool?), plus.. cute bunny.. and a nice color palette!

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2) I never saw Far From Home, but I am disappointed that the character isn't a rejected melodramatic theater kid with a background in the movie making business. That's all I've really gathered about him. I like my Mysterio/Beck to be a goofy funny silly guy who can be a real big threat and very serious when he wants or needs to be. I just feel his character wasn't done the justice he deserves, I guess. I don't have any desire to watch FFH to gain a more thorough opinion on Jake's take on the character tho, unfortunately.

I hope that's not disappointing?

TSSM's Beck/Mysterio, however, is by far my absolute favorite version of him and I've grown so fond of the one from the Amazing Mary Jane mini comic series where he works with MJ to create a biopic of himself. (Learned it's a part of a bigger more complex story and all but ehh, I'm gonna ignore everything before and after that little series. It's better that way. More enjoyable to imagine Beck just really wanted to make his own biopic movie with no real bad intentions or ulterior motives for making it. Genuinely his character was so cute and charming in that comic, oh my gosh 😩💖)

I haven't read really hardly any comics tho, but I just wanted to mention that!

Anyways TSSM's is absolutely my favorite above all others. He's everything I like about the character and then some! A shame the cartoon was canceled because I would have LOVED to see more of him. That's the version of the character that got me into him, got me to like him (also I mean, Mysterio's design in general from almost anything he's been in has been really eye catching and appealing, so..) and is also the main base of inspiration to my own version of Mysterio/Beck and his personality and overall design.

Smoochable blorbo 💖 would hold hands with him if I could..

[rjzimmerman]

Excerpt from this story from Earth Island Journal:

If the rufa red knot flew much farther south on its migration from the Arctic, it would soon be going north again. Each fall, this little shorebird, a threatened species the size of a robin, travels the delicate thread of a path from its Arctic breeding grounds, down the entire North American East Coast, through the Caribbean, and as far south as Tierra del Fuego, Argentina, a total distance of 9,000 miles.

A favorite spot on their return trip north is the Delaware Bay, where the wealthy and powerful of Washington, DC, among others, keep beach homes along the coast. These human visitors, though, are far outclassed by the red knots, who arrive each May on their way to the Arctic, having traveled many times farther. For these birds, the Delaware Bay isn’t convenient; it’s crucial. Or at least it has been. To refuel for the rest of their trip north, red knots rely on horseshoe crabs and their eggs, but that food source is in trouble, and so are the birds.

Horseshoe crabs have been laying multitudes of eggs in the sands along the bay for millions of years. They are biologically closer to spiders than crabs, but they don’t really resemble either. They are more of an armored shell with legs and a spiky tail, and when they spawn the beach looks like it’s littered with the helmets of soldiers.

The red knots time their arrival on the bay with this spawning, gorging themselves on a buffet of the horseshoe crab’s tiny, blue-green eggs. They aren’t dainty about it. They skitter around on long legs, drilling into the sand with their beaks. The beach is covered with the hopping, flapping birds, as they compete with opportunistic shorebirds and gulls. As spectacular as the show is, it’s becoming less and less impressive. The population of horseshoe crabs, whose blue blood is important to science and medicine, is on the decline along the Atlantic coast. The population of red knots has followed.

The rufa red knot is now a federally listed threatened species. From the 1980s, their numbers have dropped by an estimated 75 to 80 percent. The US Fish and Wildlife Service and state agencies report that some years the flock counts were over 90,000 in the 1980s. They averaged around 25,000 from 2012 to 2020. “For reasons that are still being investigated, aerial counts in 2021 and 2022 were the lowest on record,” according to the report.

Biologist Larry Niles knows the trends as well as anyone. Formerly with New Jersey’s endangered species program, he now runs his own company, Wildlife Restoration Partnerships. Niles says the Delaware Bay waters were cool in 2020 and frequently disturbed by storms, which delayed the spawn. When the shorebirds came, they found no eggs. The egg buffet returned the next year, but the red knots went elsewhere. They have begun to return, but it’s hard to know what the state of the population is, Niles says. “I think we’ve hit bottom, but I don’t know.”

There’s a lack of consensus on exactly how to fix the problem. New Jersey has banned all horseshoe crab harvests, while Delaware allows the harvest of males. Government agencies argue that limited, scientifically regulated harvest is not a threat to horseshoe crabs or red knots, while advocates like Niles disagree. Niles is skeptical of their statistics and argues that all harvesting of horseshoe crabs should stop until the species rebounds completely.

While horseshoe crab blood can be harvested for medical purposes in a catch and release process, some nevertheless die as a result. Niles calls the practice shameful, since there’s now a synthetic alternative.

Meanwhile, the long, fragile route of the rufa red knot contains other perils.

That includes disturbance from humans, who also love flocking to the beach, and their dogs. In some parts of Latin America, people hunt red knots. Walsh also points to habitat loss from coastal development, beach erosion from climate change, and increasingly strong storms, among other factors.

[3techno]

PUERTO PRINCESA UNDERGROUND RIVER

#guidetophilippines

#Palawantouristspot

The park is located in the Saint Paul Mountain Range on the western coast of the island of Palawan, about 80 kilometers (50 mi) north of the city of Puerto Princesa, and contains the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River (also known as the Puerto Princesa Underground River). It has been managed by the Puerto Princesa city government since 1992. It is is also famously known as the Puerto Princesa Underground River. The 8.2-kilometer-long underground river boasts jaw-dropping cave formations, stunning limestone cliffs, and pristine waters, however, only a portion of the river, around 4.3km, is allowed for tourist explorations.

It was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999, and voted as a New7Wonders of Nature in 2012. It also became a Ramsar Wetland Site in 2012.

A major tourist destination, it is mostly accessed through road trips to the seaside village of Sebang from where one of the many Bangkas (Kayaks) take visitors to the park The river’s complex ecosystem has adapted to the underground environments over hundreds of years. Visitors can explore this natural wonder by joining a Puerto Princesa Underground River tour.

The variety of species in the caves is endemic to the river system, including fish, crabs, giant spiders, bats, swallows, and snakes. But bats and swallows are usually the only species you’ll see.

Puerto-Princesa Subterranean River National Park encompasses one of the world’s most impressive cave systems, featuring spectacular limestone karst landscapes, pristine natural beauty, and intact old-growth forests and distinctive wildlife. It is located in the south-western part of the Philippine Archipelago on the mid western coast of Palawan, approximately 76 km northwest of Puerto Princesa and 360 km southwest of Manila.

[rattyexplores]

Unfortunate.

Undetermined Cephrenes species Thomisus spectabilis, “Spectacular Crab Spider”

25/10/20

[tempural]

Here’s the two types of Normans I’ve been drawing for different situations.  One Dafoe flavored, one cartoon/comix flavored.

Nudity and scarring under the cut, along with some headcanon text barf!

Dafoe’s Norman has such a specific body type that I love so much and have mutated into my own strange crab-person.

Shorter!  5′5″ max!  

Straight auburn hair.

Large prominent ribcage of course.  Very bony, especially post-mortem.

His goblin glider stabbed him in in the nuts for whatever reason (thanks Raimi), so post-mortem he needed a penectomy.  This is a great way to nullify your faves AGAIN so they have no pp for your pleasure!!!

If he survived his goblin glider stabbing, Peter may have taken him to the hospital instead of to the Oscorp mcMansion.  Pete and Dafoblin would be on much better terms, but still uneasy due to the whole “alter-ego that murders people and terrorizes my family” thing.  

I’d love for Peter to feel guilted into being Norman’s caretaker, both physically and mentally :) Because with Harry dead, there’s literally no one else there for Norman.  Help gramps sort his schizophrenia meds!

Comx/Cartoon Norman is a big conglomeration of the things I like from various drawn media.  Which is to say, I LOVE spectacular spider-man’s whore-man but also the patheticness of early 60′s-70′s comix and 90′s cartoon Norman.

Tall hot GF!  About 6 feet?

Curly ginger hair, a brighter orange tone.  The vaunted Osborn waves!

Curvaceous body, with larger boobs and hips and more body fat.  He looks a bit healthier and younger, and he needs to fill out his green goblin spandex with his slightly thick thighs.

His goblin glider stabbed him in the chest, and he canonically DOES have a cross-shaped chest scar in some appearances!  Very sexy.  

He retains his lil’ pp.  For now.  Because I’m obsessed with him having curly renaissance sculpture fig-leaf-pubes.

We all know this kind of Norman never stays dead... and Peter HATES IT!!!  Very hard to forgive the guy who’s murdered and impregnated so many people close to you.  This Peter/Norman relationship is very contentious... lots of hate!!  The comix/cartoon Peter is much less dorky than Tobey, and much more angry, vengeful, and aggressive.  But you can’t just choke him out, cuz whattabout Harry?!  It’s very hard for me to conceptualize any sort of romantic relationship between the two... this Norman’s so naughty!

[chameleocoonj]

Septembug double spider finale spectacular!! Goldenrod Crab and Santa Rosa Wolf. 🌺🦀🌊🐺

[elvensemi]

This is crab-anon: it will be tragic to lose all your crab rants, so if you wouldn't mind tagging just anything visual (crab art? Claw visual??), that would work. Otherwise I'll have to accept 60% of your content being on my blacklist I guess because you are a crab maniac

This is the most valid thing ever, and kind of why I regret having to tumblr savior "spider" and "spiders" and miss a lot of Ship's most spectacular informative spider posts and also everything to do with spider-man. Okay, we can do this. From now on, all visual representations of Fuckable Crab will be tagged "visual crab," a phrase that DESPERATELY makes me want to design a full visual kei crab band. This vague and unspecific tag means that I can use it for any future crab designs as well, of which I pray there will be many.

[sitting-on-me-bum]

Pink Flower Crab Spider

The flower crab spider (Thomisus onustus) is a fascinating species, as it is able to change its color! It can be found in a white, yellow and pink form, while the pink form, which you can see here, is easily the most spectacular one, showing not only a plain color, but an exciting stripe pattern as well. The yellow and white form does not have these stripes.

By Christian Brockes

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Crabs??

*Does the Crab Rave* So...crabs. From Dungeness to King (King Crabs aren’t true crabs but whatever) crabs are some of the most eaten crustaceans next to lobsters. I think personally think they’re terrible taste wise, but they’re pretty cool in other ways. 

(Except when they invade other places and go absolutely nuts. *Cough* King Crabs *cough cough* No worries though. I’m pretty sure we got it under control. Maybe. I can’t find consistent reports. I’m pretty sure we’re good though. Maybe. Don’t quote me.) 

While I could’ve gone with a nice little Purple Shore Crab I decided no, not today. We’re going to talk about something that probably shouldn’t exist. The Japanese Spider Crab. If you don’t know about this unholy beast already, then good for you. You’re about to. 

Now don’t get me wrong, I love these big bois, but look at this bitch and tell me it belongs here:

[ID: A picture of a Japanese Spider Crab on a black background. End ID]

Remember, the ocean is terrifying and we should be very careful about exploring it, this is only the beginning of what’s down there. Only the beginning. 

People used to think that they dragged sailors off boats to their deaths, and I mean can you blame them? If I were a sailor, doing my sailor things, trying to flirt with the captain by keeping my shirt unbuttoned, and saw this, I too would think death was near. I also would go and pet it so I have no survival instinct it seems. They don’t actually pose a threat to humans, they scavenge carrion and hunt tiny animals or eat plants. So I suppose if you’re under 5 feet you’re in danger /j. Sorry 4′10, you were meant for a spectacular death /j. 

Japanese Spider Crabs are tall, and Big. Their leg span alone is on average 12.5 feet or 3.81 meters. *Legs by Lucian Piane starts blasting* And for looking quite thin, they weigh 42 pounds or roughly 19 kilos on average. 

Compare that to the Dungeness Crab, a very common and popular crab in culinary use, who at best only gets 10 inches/25 centimeters in width. At best. More common is 7-8 inches/17.78-20.32 centimeters. Big Big Bois. 

So, you’d think for having that much leg they’d be well built, right? Wrong. They’re weak and poorly attached at the joints. They looked Survival of The Fittest in the eyes and laughed. When caught, they’re usually found with missing legs, which will regrow when they molt. So I guess it’s alright to have weak ass legs if they regrow. 

These guys live a long time, about 100 years. So remember, these things are older than you and often will outlive you, a baby will likely be there past your life, past your child(ren)’s lives, and maybe some of your grandchild(ren)’s lives. Assuming you have kid(s) and they have kid(s). Some things exist to keep us humble and remind us of the inevitable end and remind us how small we are in the whole universe, and this is one of them.

These guys live at about 50-600 meters under the surface, mostly in Honshū,  Kagoshima Prefecture, and Tokyo Bay. Deep as fuck. 

King Crabs are a type of decorator crab. Juveniles put little sponges and other things on their shells to camouflage. Adults don’t seem to exhibit this behavior, given they have very few predators where they live. Which is like, what the heck evolution I want a giant crab with a little sea sponge on it’s head. Eat a dick. And go fix what you did with humans and periods instead of pulling this shit-

Ehem. 

While this species has not been reviewed for conservation status, they are thought to be doing just fine, there has been a decline in large-scale fishing for them because of how deep they live so deep. And climate change doesn’t seem to be affecting them so far. The moral here is if you evolve to live so deep capitalism won’t bother you. So this is why I am moving into the midnight zone wanna come- 

 Though Japan considers them a delicacy, but will not allow fishing during breeding season. Which is awesome! This prevents a severe decline by letting them reproduce and make more so that when a some adults are taken for food it doesn’t hurt the population. When we don’t do this, we end up with empty lakes/rivers that have to be filled with farm grown fish that aren’t as big as they were before. This has literally happened in the US. A lake/river my dad and/or other male family member used to fish in was overfished and a farm grown population had to be made to replace them. Don’t overfish y’all, don’t take home small fish, they’re likely babies/juveniles, and make sure that there’s a firm limit and little/no fishing during a breeding season. 

I don’t believe that has been done with ocean animals, the best we can do then is rescue injured creatures and release them when better, and prevent them from getting to endangered in the first place. 

I love my dear Japanese Spider Crabs, even if they’re slightly terrifying, they deserve to be protected forever. 

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Cape of Death  the region of great infamy, its dry, its deadly, its full of spectacular natural beauty, and some active volcanos. roughly the size of real life spain the peninsula separates the sand sea from the ocean. it also acts as a buffer from the sea to the west. because the bobda region to the west takes the brunt of the rain, often leaving the region dry but also prone to electrical storms and wind storms though not as harsh as the winds in the cosmirian mountains. sandstorms from the sand-sea often blow in over the region as well. the region is highly prone to flooding, and about once a year during the highest tide large regions are flooded over by the tied and sea water. when these tides recide they leave behind a lot of minirals, especially salt, creating salt flats. though other parts get nutrient rich silt deposits. the northern parts of the coast is covered in tidewater caves and sinkholes. some of these caves are known to have la’qual, the growing crystal, that grow  in them. the la’qual of the region is is a red-ish, brownish grey to clear in color. it grows slowly. these caves are deep and dangerous, even sea people will not venture down into them too far. they have tales of pale scaled sea witches that live in them. the locals often say the caves are entrences to the underworld or the center of the world, where a spectacular other world is to be. though most of the common religions in the world lack afterlifes, the cape of death often says the spirits of the dead go to these caves. other folktales said thats where certain creatures crawled out from in creation. the creatures that live here are tough.many are reptile like, with spikes and armored plates. a lot of crabs, and crab like creatures, scorpions, spiders. plants in this region often need to be  drought resistent but also able to handele the flooding and the more salty earth. there's plenty of swafts of land where nothing will grow. people do still live there. especially around more habitable rivers, where thin wispy or thicker more tuberous trees grow. most of the food they eat is imported in trade for salts and spices they can grow in the region. they do grow a maze like food and these red starchy tubers that look like they bleed when you cut them. the locals are often seen as swindlers, pickpockets and outlaws. now despite this in the more modern era the region became popular for two reasons, one was the large amounts of trade that went up some of the rivers.  this made the place common to travel through. the next reason was the eventual presence of the organization circus, outcast flocked to the region. then eventually something like las vegas started to form as the organization made a city in the region one of their home bases. so a reputation for power and entertainment still surrounds the region to this day. species of the region. -Arachne, the Arachne are very common in the region as in an interesting twist very few gorgans live in the region. the gorgans say something about a curse, the Arachne think them silly. spiders, scorpions, are the most common.  -Reapers, demon kin . they are seen as one of those odd between kin creatures, as a lot of them are said to be able to stalk into shadows.  they are considered to be one of the most dangerous kinds of demon kin. As its said they eat souls and shadows, and well they do in-fact eat energy. luckily they and the animals with simular powers to them near exclusively live in this region. -demilions, i’ve said it many times, they are everywhere. the ones that live in this region are notably seen to have frilled ears like the sea folk, and thier bodies are covered in quills. -humans, the most common kind of human kin in the region are the elv and specifically the  that are known to have a mostly masculine population. - kangaroo mice, though the locals call them hopping shrews.  -horned toads, and many other desert dry-land adapt lizard. snakes, and such. the lizards feed a lot on the abundant insect population, especially on locusts -owls, they often make homes in the cacti or desert palm. -vicker, these colorful horned people come from gargoraqi usually as merchants, but then stay. they tend to not stray far outside the region due to their colorful appearance. - the skvi, these anima kin are adept swimmers, and have frills that allow them to absorb water from the atmosphere. they have long sensitive ears, and four eyes. their necks can extend and retract. -the parascopti, strange birds that can change the length of their legs and stay standing in the high tides of the flood waters. -cactus cats, like the ones that live in the cosmotarian mountains. -flamingos, they eat shrimp and migrate into the region once a year. (all photos are stock photos and are used only to help in visualization, if a photo is not a stock photo it was not known to me)

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Top restaurants in Santiago de Compostela

The city has many attractions, but without a doubt, one of them is its gastronomy. Do you have doubts on where to eat in Santiago de Compostela? Despite being a small city, it is full of restaurants and places to eat with charm and traditions. In Santiago there are places to eat for every type of people. There is nothing better than to watching a football game while eating the best traditional plates in all Spain. Santiago de Compostela is one of Europe’s best destinations for food lovers. With the country’s tapas culture, extraordinary cuisine and rich regional gastronomic offerings, travelers are spoilt for choice.Boanerges Market & Boamar Restaurant, by Yayo Daporta 📷 There is a unique place in Compostela that has brought the experience of most traditional Galicia’s “Plazas” and food markets or “mercados de abastos”. A menu based on food markets’ produce links the local farmers and the visitors in an adventure full of sensations. Ten different options reunited in one place invite you to taste them one by one.On the second floor we find the heirloom of this place. The Boamar Restaurant. This place, run by prestigious chef Yayo Daporta. In the menú you can find some of chef’s classics like his “cocido Gallego”, grilled mussels or “zamburiñas” and dishes created from his trips around the globe as the chili spiny spider crab and the “Arepa de vaca vieja gallega con aji amarillo”.Asador Gonzaba 📷The wind and rain on the northwest coast of Spain produces some of the best seafood and meat in the country. Gonzaba is more than a restaurant, it is a whole project in homage to Galicia. It’s not accidental that Galician cuisine can be found throughout Spain. Since 1976, the plates recreate the cuisine of our mothers and grandmothers that will most likely generate great memories. The ingredients used are from local farmers and fisher men. Their specialties are “chuletón” which they offer from veal, ox or old cow cooked on the grill.Casa Marcelo 📷Saint James’ Pilgrims from all over the world complete their pilgrimage at the monumental Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. Casa Marcelo is adjacent to this World Heritage Site and it has been a reference for Galician avant-garde cuisine since 1999.Its founder, chef Marcelo Tejedor, rejected the Michelin star in order to redesign his restaurant in 2012. After opening the new proposal, Tejedor was awarded with a Michelin one more time.The restaurant with a menu of Spanish tapas, is perfect for sharing. The cuisine offered in this restaurant is a magnificent fusion between fresh Galician food in the Japanese culinary.O Curro da Parra 📷If you are planning to have dinner here in good company, we can guarantee that everything you try will be spectacular. An elaborate and simple cuisine with authentic flavors, with deep respect for the product is what we find behind Curro da Parra.Mesón-Restaurant O’42 📷A great option to eat good in Santiago de Compostela is the Mesón-Restaurante O’42. You can try the best dishes of traditional and homemade Galician cuisine. The dishes are prepared with the best products from the sea and the land of Galicia.You can try spectacular dishes such as chops, cod or barbecues, but you can’t leave without trying the best tapas such as squid, empanada, octopus and scallops. In addition to the menu, there are always great deals and menus at very affordable prices. Mesón O’42 is your place to have good wine. Whether you want to have some beers or sit down to enjoy traditional Galician cuisine, it is all prepared with great care.O Dezaseis 📷A classic restaurant can be found on “San Pedro Street”.  Besides the grilled octopus, this place offers a variety of dishes where the Galician product plays the most important role. The creation of the dishes invite the diner to have a different traditional food experience. This restaurant offers menu of the day where you can choose between two appetizers and two entrees, drink, dessert and a cup of coffee.

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What to do in Dubai for Adventure: 15 Awesome Activities in Dubai

Dubai is known for its opulent architecture, lavish malls, never-ending deserts, and rich culture. But there is more to the city beyond its glitz and glamour. Would you believe that the city also has an adventurous side to it? Yes, it is true. If you crave for some thrill and excitement, then here is the ultimate list of what to do in Dubai for Adventure. It is time to try something offbeat in Dubai and indulge in some awesome activities in Dubai.

Dhow Dinner Cruise

Credit: beccacantpark Flickr The Dhow dinner cruise is one of the most fascinating experiences in Dubai. Sail along the Dubai Marina on a traditionally decorated wooden boat. This 2-hour cruise lets you experience Arabian hospitality to the fullest. Take in picturesque views of the city sailing past and spot some iconic landmarks such as the Rolex Tower and the Logo Island. Spend a night under the twinkling stars while you sit back and enjoy some cultural performances such as Tanura Dance Show. Enjoy a delicious buffet dinner with mouth-watering local and international delicacies.

Hot Air Balloon Dubai

What better way to experience the deserts of Dubai than to go on a hot air balloon ride? Watch the mesmerizing view of the rising sun against the backdrop of the Hajjar Mountains from 4000 feet above the ground. If you are lucky you can spot some gazelles, camels, and Arabian oryx in the sand below. Enjoy the antics of the falcons as these intelligent birds keep you entertained. Once you touch down, enjoy a gourmet breakfast consisting of a spread of local and international dishes. >>>One of the Best places for hot air balloons

Dubai ZipLine

The longest and fastest zipline in the world is located over Dubai Marina. Measuring one kilometer, and a speed of 80 km/h, XLine has an incline of 16 degrees and is also of the steepest ziplines around the globe. Two parallel zip lines are running currently so you can enjoy the company of a friend or family member with you. You can feast your eyes on the jaw-dropping views of the Dubai Marina. The age criteria for this activity is between 12-65 years and a minor has to be accompanied by a legal guardian. The best part is that you get to carry pictures and videos of the entire activity. 

Dubai Museum of Illusions

One of the Middle East's most unique attractions, the Museum of Illusions provides you with an unforgettable experience. The place houses 80 plus exhibits that will play with your mind, challenge your senses, and leave you utterly confused. Nothing is what it looks like. Deceive your senses with various optical illusions, holograms, and photo illusions. Some of the famous attractions here are the Chair Illusion, Vortex Tunnel, the Infinity Room, and the Ames Room. 

Hatta Heritage Village

Credit PYP Flickr Visit the Hatta village to get a sneak-peek into the Emirati life centuries ago. Owned by the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, this village was restored in 2001 and consists of approximately 30 buildings. Located in the Hajar mountains, this village has a fort, two watchtowers, and a mosque. The original structure of the house was made with natural materials such as mud, palm fronds, and stone and are still retained. Don't forget to visit the house of the local chief, called Bait Al Wali. The village museum houses a wonderful collection of exhibits such as weapons, furnishing, crockery, jewelry, handicrafts, and musical instruments. The palm tree farm nearby called Al-Sharia Site uses one of the oldest irrigation systems called Falaj and is a must-visit. 

Mountain Biking in Dubai

Head out of the city to enjoy a wild day out in the rugged terrains of the mountains. Mountain Biking has gained a lot of popularity in Dubai in recent years. The hilly region of Hatta is the most picturesque destination in UAE for mountain biking. The roads can easily be navigated by amateurs and professionals with difficult levels of difficulty. There are many bike rentals options in the city to cater to your needs.

Sky Dive Dubai

In recent years, skydiving has become one of the most popular adventure sports. And now you can experience this thrilling activity in Dubai. Experience a free fall at the rate of 120 miles an hour, from a height of 13000 feet above the ground. Witness breathtaking views of incredible Palm Jumeirah or the Arabian desert. You can also witness some of the fascinating sights of the city from above. You also get to carry a video of your sky diving experience that you can cherish for life. This is a prime example of what to do in Dubai that you should certainly not miss. 

Dubai Aquaventure Waterpark

Aquaventure Waterpark is one of the largest and best waterparks in UAE. It has more than 30 thrill slides and attractions. Relax at a 500-meter private beach or enjoy Dubai's longest river, the Lazy River. Ride through the twisting Aquaconda water tunnel or battle with the King of the Sea at the Tower of Poseidon. Explore the ruins of the lost city of Atlantis and get some interesting information on marine life. Visit the Lost Chambers Aquarium that houses more than 65000 aquatic animals such as sharks, stingrays, sea lions, and dolphins.

Ski Dubai Snow Park

Credit 123_456 Flickr This is your chance to experience snow bang in the middle of the desert. Located in the magnificent Mall of the Emirates, Ski Dubai is an indoor ski resort. It is the perfect opportunity to take a break from the scorching heat of Dubai and cool off at the ski park. It has an 85-meter high mountain with different levels of slopes and an ice cave. You can take part in activities such as snowboarding, tobogganing, and skiing. There are rides such as chairlift, snow bumpers, zorb ball, and a mountain thrill ride. The most delightful part is the March of the Penguins where these exotic creatures perform various activities that will surely leave you amazed. 

Desert Safari Dubai

Deserts are synonymous with Dubai and your trip is incomplete without a trip to the vast deserts of the city. Brace yourself for a bumpy ride across the desert in a 4x4 vehicle. Indulge in some exciting activities such as quad biking, sandboarding, and dune bashing. Retire to the Bedouin campsite for some unique Emirati experience. You can take pictures in traditional Arabic garments, smoke a shisha pipe, ride a camel, and the womenfolk can get their hands painted with Henna. Enjoy some cultural performances such as Belly Dancing, Tanura Dance show, and Fire show. Relish a lip-smacking BBQ dinner with an array of vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes. Put this item of what to do in Dubai on your bucket list. 

Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo

Credit globetraveller Flickr Located in Dubai Mall, the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo is one of the largest indoor aquariums in the world. It also holds the Guinness World Record for the 'Largest Acrylic Panel'. It houses over 30000 marine animals consisting of over 140 species. You can get up, close, and personal with sharks, piranhas, stingrays, sea horses, crabs, penguins, jellyfish, and more. There is even a terrifying King Croc weighing approximately 750 kgs and the largest collection of sand tiger sharks. 

Camel Polo in Dubai

Credit landrovermena Flickr The traditional camel race gets a makeover in the form of Camel Polo. Camels have been an integral part of the Arabian culture for a very long time. And Camel Polo is a favorite pastime of the locals for many years now. The only difference is that the traditional jockeys have been replaced with Robot jockeys that are controlled by operators driving in SUVs alongside the camels. This is through and through a complete entertaining experience. 

IMG World of Adventure

Credit rollercoasterphilosophy Flickr This majestic indoor park spans across an area of 2.5 million square feet. Enjoy some adrenaline-pumping attractions at the Marvel Zone. Get up, close, and personal with your favorite superheroes such as Iron Man, Thor, Hulk, Spider-Man and others. Your most loved cartoon characters such as Powerpuff Girls and Ben 10 come to life in the Cartoon Network Zone. Enter the prehistoric era in the Lost Valley zone which is home to some of the most gripping rides such as Dino Carousel, Predator, The Velociraptor, and Forbidden Territory.

Dubai Seaplane Flight

The Dubai Seaplane takes you on an aerial journey that will leave you enthralled. The ride takes around 20 or 45 minutes based on the package you choose. Take off from the dazzling waters of the Persian Gulf and enjoy the spectacular sights of Dubai's skyline. Feast your eyes on some awe-inspiring sights of the most celebrated wonders of Dubai such as the Burj Khalifa, Palm Islands, Hotel Burj Al Arab, Dubai Creek, Dubai Marina, and Hotel Atlantis, The Palm among others. There is no better way to experience the splendid beauty of Dubai. 

Water Activities at Jumeirah Beach

There are many pristine beaches in Dubai which have become a favorite hangout of locals and tourist alike. One of them is Jumeirah Beach that caters to all your water sports needs. The safety and security of people are top-notch, so you need not worry. There are multiple activities such as jet skiing, wake-boarding, banana boat ride, donut ride, fly fish, seabreacher ride, and scuba diving to name a few. This is a perfect place to spend a leisure day with your family. >>Best Beaches in Washington

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Dubai gives you an amazing opportunity to experience a wide variety of water and land-based activities. Dubai adventures and activities are what make this city an interesting travel destination. So next time you are in this fabulous city, let go of yourself and indulge in a bit of daredevilry. This article was written by Neha Singh

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Two Weeks In Costa Rica: The Ultimate Costa Rica Itinerary

From the epic volcanoes at Arenal and zip lining in Monteverde, to the wildlife on the Pacific and Caribbean coasts, it’s time for the last word two weeks in Costa Rica.

I’ve simply returned from my SECOND journey to Costa Rica. Whereas I noticed quite a bit on my first go to in 2014, it undoubtedly left me wanting extra! A couple of weeks in the past I obtained my Costa Rica itinerary and wow did it look AMAZING. The massive attraction? The very fact it could take me to locations I’d by no means been earlier than, together with Corcovado Nationwide Park – one of many world’s prime locations for recognizing wildlife.

Toucan

I do know numerous you select to spend two weeks in Costa Rica, which I might say is the right period of time to get a really feel for the nation. So I figured essentially the most helpful submit I may write was a giant fats Costa Rica itinerary – combining the very best of the very best from my two journeys.

From the unimaginable volcanoes near La Fortuna and the wildlife of Puerto Viejo and Corcovado, to  the seashores of the Pacific and Caribbean, lovely views in Orosi and Naranjo and adventures together with zip lining and white water rafting, this actually is the easiest way to spend two weeks in Costa Rica! 

Two Weeks In Costa Rica: The Final Costa Rica Itinerary

To design this Costa Rica itinerary, I’ve chosen my prime seven locations from each of my journeys and urged what number of days to spend in every. Clearly, with journey time, you would possibly want a number of further days if you wish to see ALL of them, however it’s a superb start line for those who’re planning to spend two weeks in Costa Rica.

Costa Rica is ALL about nature. Whereas some areas have gotten a little bit overrun with vacationers throughout excessive season, there are nonetheless loads of nice locations that also really feel ‘secret’. I’ve included a pleasant combine on this Costa Rica itinerary. I feel you’d remorse it for those who don’t go to a number of components that really feel actually off the crushed monitor. 

MAP: TWO WEEKS IN COSTA RICA

I’ve marked all the important thing spots from my Costa Rica itinerary on this useful map…

La Fortuna: 2 Days 

One in every of my favorite spots on my Costa Rica itinerary! For me, this space actually is the very best of the very best in Costa Rica. The looming 1,670m peak of Arenal Volcano is definitely one of the spectacular sights you’ll see in the entire nation. I’d suggest basing your self within the city of La Fortuna, which has the volcano as its backdrop. There’s a mixture of lodging within the space, from luxurious lodges with non-public swimming pools, to hostels good for backpackers and solo travellers.

Together with adventures across the volcano (together with some pretty scorching springs shut by) don’t miss a visit to La Fortuna waterfall. It’s in a gorgeous location in the course of the jungle, however from the second you begin the descent, you’ll hear the sounds of the plummeting weight of water. The waterfall is 65m excessive, and whereas the water is cool, you may take a dip for those who’re feeling courageous!

Arenal Volcano, Costa Rica

  Monteverde: 2 Days

You’ll have heard about Costa Rica’s ‘cloud forests’ and Monteverde is THE place to see a few of the nation’s most original surroundings. Stroll the Sky Stroll (six hanging suspension bridges) and also you’ll really feel first hand what it’s wish to be submerged within the low hanging mist and clouds inside the lush forest. There’s additionally the sky tram – gondolas that glide proper by the epic surroundings.

Skybridge in Monteverde Cloud Forest

In the event you like adrenaline, spend a day at 100% Aventura Excessive taking up the longest zip traces in Central America, ending with the Mega Tarzan Swing. The swing is among the scariest issues I’ve finished up to now because it includes a free fall of 35m, earlier than you swing over 30m backward and forward! The zip traces are numerous enjoyable, and make a change from the mountaineering and exploring that you simply’ll little doubt be doing throughout your two weeks in Costa Rica.

Ziplining in Monteverde, Costa Rica

  Naranjo / Zarcero: 1 Day  

After a few of the extra excessive actions, I’d suggest an evening at Chayote Lodge up within the hills above San Jose. It’s most likely not an space that options on many Costa Rica itineraries, however that is a type of particular ‘secret’ spots away from the vacationers. For me, San Jose isn’t a tremendous metropolis, however you’re prone to go to it as a part of your journey, whether or not that’s to fly out and in of the airport, or to move by as you enterprise from one a part of the nation to a different.

Dawn from Chayote Lodge, Naranjo, Costa Rica

The lodging at Chayote Lodge is gorgeous, designed across the previous espresso receiving stations. The espresso theme continues by the interiors the place you’ll discover previous espresso sacks for wall hangings, an enormous espresso bean desk and naturally, scrumptious recent espresso for breakfast! But, nonetheless a lot I really like espresso, it’s the views from Chayote Lodge that make me suggest it. Three volcanoes, layers and layers of gorgeous morning mist and epic sunsets, together with lush gardens stuffed with extra hydrangeas than I’ve ever seen in my life – it’s simply beautiful.

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Chayote Lodge, Naranjo, Costa Rica

Exploring the beautiful gardens at Chayote Lodge, Naranjo, Costa Rica

Little question you’ll be visiting a number of waterfalls throughout your two weeks in Costa Rica, and at 90m Catarata Del Toro is one in every of Costa Rica’s most spectacular. When you can see it from simply past the customer centre, I’d suggest the trek to the bottom of it. It’s tiring however value it, particularly as soon as you are feeling the spray and the drive of the water.

Catarata Del Toro, Costa Rica

Catarata Del Toro, Costa Rica

Additionally, because the area has espresso at its coronary heart, I’d suggest reserving onto an Espiritu Santo Espresso Tour the place you may find out how espresso vegetation are remodeled into the morning cuppa you’re used to. It’s fascinating to see the vegetation and processes up shut. You’ll by no means have a look at a cappuccino in the identical manner once more! 

Espiritu Santo Espresso Tour, Naranjo

Espiritu Santo Espresso Tour, Naranjo

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Corcovado Nationwide Park: three Days

Corcovado Nationwide Park in Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula has been on my bucket checklist for some time! When it comes to wildlife, it’s one in every of Costa Rica’s prime spots, and let’s face it, Costa Rica is one the very best nation’s on the planet for seeing wild animals of their pure habitats. From whales and turtles, to monkeys, snakes and frogs, there’s SO a lot to see right here, plus it’s additionally paradise for chicken lovers.

It’s not the form of park to discover alone, so guide onto a tour (lodges will have the ability to suggest native wildlife guides), set your alarm for 4am, and head out early for an expertise you’ll always remember.

Historic timber in Corcovado Nationwide Park, Costa Rica

Exploring the seashores in Corcovado Nationwide Park, Costa Rica

Throughout the day we noticed all 4 of Costa Rica’s sorts of monkey (squirrel, spider, howler and white-faced capuchin), coatis, agoutis, macaws, Halloween crabs, and learnt all concerning the park’s spectacular timber, sea turtles and extra. I cherished it! We didn’t see any sloths sadly, however they’re usually chilling out within the timber right here.

Tree frog

Squirrel monkey

DON’T MISS There are many lodges and lodges in spectacular places round Corcovado, however the final must be Lapa Rios Lodge. This distant resort is one in every of Nat Geo’s ‘Distinctive Lodges In The World’, and if you test in, you’ll perceive why! Simply have a look at that staircase!

Wonderful spiral staircase at Lapa Rios, Osa Peninsula

Set within the rainforest, Lapa Rios has 17 wood bungalows, every with terraces overlooking the ocean. There are not any glass home windows, solely nets, so that you’ll go to sleep listening to the howls of the howler monkeys, croaks of frogs and extra. It’s someplace you’ll really feel actually immersed in Costa Rica’s unimaginable nature, particularly if you spot macaws from the breakfast desk, monkeys in your terrace, or discover a frog in your door (true story!!)

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My room at Lapa Rios, Osa Peninsula

Dawn from Lapa Rios, Osa Peninsula

In the event you’re spending two weeks in Costa Rica, I’d suggest round three days within the Corcovado area. Because it’s such a distant space to get to, try the flights that run from San Jose to Puerto Jimenez. Not solely will it prevent time, however you’ll even be handled to gorgeous views like these…

Views on the flight from Puerto Jimenez to San Jose, Costa Rica

Views on the flight from Puerto Jimenez to San Jose, Costa Rica

Orosi: 2 Days

South of San Jose, Orosi is residence to rainforests, volcanoes and rivers. It’s additionally one in every of Costa Rica’s most historic areas, the place you’ll discover the oldest Catholic Church nonetheless in use within the nation. That is one other spot I might say is a little bit on the key facet. It’s not experiencing the mass tourism of Arenal and Monteverde, and is a superb place to flee the crowds throughout your two weeks in Costa Rica.

Whereas close by Tapanti Nationwide Park (aka the wettest spot within the nation, with rain approx. 360 days a yr!) is a gorgeous place to go mountaineering and exploring, I’d suggest taking issues up a number of notches with an adrenaline-fuelled white water rafting journey down the river.

The river in Orosi

It was my first time rafting, and I used to be actually nervous as I waited by the sting of the river listening to the protection briefing. The guides have been enthusiastic and enjoyable, and I began to really feel relaxed… till I hopped on the raft and we set off!! The water was flowing so quick, and virtually instantly we reached one of many trickiest spots on your entire course. After an intensive soaking, I relaxed into the expertise, whooping and screaming as I paddled. I cherished it and would say it’s one in every of my favorite experiences from the journey!

White Water Rafting in Orosi, Costa Rica

Orosi can be an exquisite area for rest, with my favorite spot being Hacienda Orosi – a thermal mineral spa with completely spectacular views. Up within the hills, with low hanging clouds and several other thermal swimming pools, it’s a fantastic place to unwind after plenty of out of doors adventures.

Hacienda Orosi, Costa Rica

Hacienda Orosi, Costa Rica

In the event you’re searching for someplace actually distinctive to remain, I’d suggest Queveri. This eco lodge is situated within the mountains overlooking Orosi and has spectacular views of Irazu volcano, waterfalls and extra. There are many mountaineering routes close by, plus wildlife proper on the doorstep together with pumas, mountain lions, monkeys and coatis! The proprietor will deal with you such as you’re a part of the household too. It’s a stunning expertise, though I’ll warn you now, it’s a steep and bumpy drive to get there!

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Views from Queveri, close to Orosi

Puerto Viejo De Talamanca: three Days

Then it’s time to go to the Caribbean coast to expertise a very totally different facet to the nation. To be sincere, rastas and reggae wasn’t one thing I naturally related to Costa Rica, however if you’re in Puerto Viejo you’ll really feel such as you’ve landed on a Caribbean island.

Anticipate chilled daytimes and a little bit of a celebration after darkish. It’s an space in style with backpackers too, so a fantastic place to base your self for those who’re travelling solo.

I feel it’s a fantastic space to spherical off your two weeks in Costa Rica, because it’s one other fab area to identify wildlife. Just like Corcovado, Cahuita Nationwide Park’s rainforest sits proper on the seashore near Puerto Viejo. There you may spot all of the animals you’d dream of seeing in Costa Rica together with toucans, sloths, monkeys, lizards, iguanas, snakes, large crickets, leaf cutter ants and extra.

Snake in Cahuita, Costa Rica

One other wonderful place for wildlife is the Jaguar Rescue Centre. Nope, it’s not a house for jaguars, however a refuge for sick, undesirable or underdeveloped wild animals.

I really like the backstory of this place. It was arrange by a few biomedical scientists from Europe who moved to Costa Rica for a change of tempo. Little did they know, as quickly as they moved to the realm, locals heard they may assist animals and turned up on the doorstep with sick monkeys, owls with damaged wings, and blind crocodiles! They determined to arrange the rescue centre and it’s been increasing ever since.

Sloth in Costa Rica

Once I visited a number of years in the past I used to be invited to take a seat inside one of many monkey enclosures whereas spider and squirrel monkeys performed round. It was additionally wonderful to see sloths up shut!

I hope these options assist with planning your two weeks in Costa Rica. In the event you’re visiting for longer, I’d suggest including in locations resembling Manuel Antonio Nationwide Park, Tortuguero, and a few of the nation’s lovely seashores to your Costa Rica itinerary. 

Helpful Data For Planning A Journey To Costa Rica

Forex: Whereas colones are the native foreign money in Costa Rica, plenty of locations will settle for US {dollars} too. In the event you pay in {dollars}, you’re prone to obtain colones as change. On my latest journey I observed much more locations accepted bank cards and contactless funds.

‘Pura Vida’ is a lifestyle in Costa Rica! I heard it used as hey / goodbye / thanks. Translating actually because the pure life, however the which means is extra a couple of good life, a relaxed life and a cheerful/content material life. Slip it into dialog and also you’ll actually impress the locals!

Do it is advisable to converse Spanish to journey round Costa Rica? No, however it’ll actually assist in extra distant areas. As tourism is a big a part of Costa Rica’s economic system, plenty of guides, drivers and shopkeepers converse English. I’m certain after two weeks in Costa Rica you’ll have a number of key Spanish phrases at your fingertips too.

Is Costa Rica protected? I feel it’s very protected. In comparison with its neighbours, Costa Rica is an especially peaceable nation. It doesn’t even have a military! Persons are heat, pleasant and useful, plus there’s an enormous ardour for the nation’s nature and landscapes – the Costa Ricans actually need to protect their nation, as they know greater than anybody else, that it’s a really particular place.

Journey: Whereas Costa Rica isn’t a giant nation to drive round, a few of the roads are windy, rugged and bumpy, so what appears like a 2-hour drive, may find yourself taking 4. In the event you’re brief on time, check out inner flights to hurry journeys up.

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I hope you’ve loved studying my Costa Rica itinerary and it helps you propose your vacation! Whether or not you’re spending two weeks in Costa Rica, or a number of months exploring at a slower tempo, have a tremendous time, and be at liberty to remark under when you’ve got any questions!

Huge due to Go to Costa Rica for inviting me again. You’ll discover a lot extra data that can assist you plan your travels on the Go to Costa Rica web site. 

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Singapore diaries

French fries are actually not so bad. But the only thing is that if you have too much of it it can really get on your nerves . Recently when I was in Singapore vacationing , I was having a really really hard time trying to decide what to eat when there was no vegetarian option be it in Sentosa island , Universal studios or even the cafeteria at the Sea aquarium .It was something out of pure desperation that I had to survive for three consecutive days with just french fries as the only vegetarian option. In the past 30 yrs of my life ,I have never been at so much of a loss as to what I should eat ;the only options around me being seafood which I will never ever be able to push down my throat and french fries .The smell of the seafood itself was so nauseating to me but in the oriental countries seafood is the most sought after and by that I also refer to the other type of non vegetarian options. We spent the first day in the Sentosa island. It kick started with a cabin car ride to the island. It was a city within a city. I had been only to a few amusement parks which were huge but this was humongous. Hordes of tourists thronged about and after buying a ticket I was pretty confused as to where I should start because the a large variety of attractions were offered . Ranging from the butterfly forest to the bird park , the wonders of nature were for all to see. I came to the Madame Tussuads wax museum a soon as I entered . Strolling by casually with cup full of fresh fruits in hand, I soon found myself in front of a gigantic man made water fall and the famous Sentosa lion . I tried to take some photos of the rainbow coloured parrots there but the park officials restricted me from doing so . The Light and Sound show was held later in the evening around 7 and was something spectacular. The 3D laser beams were in perfect sync with the oohs and aahs of tourists. I was in complete awe of the Flower Dome and the Cloud Castle ,and later decided to indulge in dimsums,one of my favourites, only to find a chef vigorously cutting a lobster. Right next to it was a crab resigned to it s fate . I won t bother u with the rest of the details ; I m sure all my other veggie friends must be having their fair share of nightmares. Once through with the inspection of my dimsums, I made my way out only to find myself in the Flower Dome again where it is perpetual spring. Universal Studios was a sight to behold with its own Sea aquarium full of varied aquatic life - blue frogs, spider crabs,eels,starfish, rayfish to mention only a few. Candylicious : the candy store - a child s dream come true , was a store full of candies and other goodies too. They had shopping carts high enough for a child of about 6-7years . Sections were allotted to chocolates from Kit Kat, Hersheys, M&M's among others and candies. Here my dear nephew bought a pair of disgusting looking boxers . Here, I was greeted politely by streetside vendors offering more potato wedges and caramel popcorn. The Universal Studios were identical to the Disneyland in Hong Kong. The only difference being that the latter was full of rides for all age groups but Universal Studios had both . There were plenty of souvenirs to choose from and all the comic characters who have featured in animated films produced by Universal Studios were there. Each section had been assigned a comic character be it the Smurfs or the Minions. Had it not been for some indian restaurants I would not have managed to come back home. After each meal came a loud burp -from my side of the table - my compliments and blessings to the chef. My advice to those travelling to Singapore would be to have an umbrella handy in case mother nature decides to shower her blessings upon you in her fashion and of course several packets of packaged meals . Very soon I shall set out on a new adventure without any pre planning. Only to find myself staying in the godowns or garages of strangers and sampling the varied local dishes- veg of course .Until next time then .