Travel and Holiday Guide

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2009 everybody! It’s been a while since my last post. Been really tied up along these weeks that I cannot find time to update anything.

But since the fire is still here. I would like to talk a bit about how new year’s eve was celebrating in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Different people have different ways to celebrate the new year’s eve. It’s true. Some just having small family party, some will find it hard to resist offer celebrating with glamour party in hotels. For many of Jakarta residents who were not celebrating in either way, they have a tradition of spending the night on the protocol streets that lead toward main monument (Monas Square) and/or to the Taman Impian Jaya Ancol. It’s a vacation sites that becomes one of the icon of Jakarta. The government usually organize massive celebration in Taman Impian Jaya Ancol with live shows, grand fireworks party, etc.

Along many corners in Jakarta, we could easily find sellers of colorful paper trumpets with many variety of shapes, and we could buy it in very cheap price. Many people are willing to spend their times on their cars, or motorcycles, among the traffic jam that could last for hours even after the countdown has over. For those who have not reached Monas or Ancol when the new year’s countdown start, they still looked exciting being part of the mass with other strangers on the street, and together everyone blew the trumpets on the first seconds of January. It’s a simple and cheap way on celebrating the new year. And still not lessen the excitement created by the situation.

Actually, the fireworks are not only held by the government. In many elite housing area, many private residents sponsored the fireworks show. I am lucky enough to live in one of such areas and witnessing the beautiful fireworks from the comfort of my home, that was held around my neighborhood area. It’s awesome! I don’t have to spend hours on the street, sweating all around with many people that gather in Ancol beach area, and still can enjoy the beautiful fireworks. But yes, the excitement and fun will be different of course.

Fuerteventura is second major Canary Island and offers remarkable Spanish experiences, if considering it as your holiday destination. The island has really long beaches and is known for its cuisine, natural environment and lots of striking tourist attractions.

Following are some of the things to do when holidaying in Fuerteventura:
Betancuria

Capital of Fuerteventura, this part of the island is really small, but has remarkable archeological and history rich structures and museums, for those interesting holiday in Fuerteventura.

Spanish Finca

This countryside is not a big attraction but can be visited when holidaying in Fuerteventura for the delicacies like sauces, jams and cheese, local Craft ware and Aloe Vera. From abundant plants amazing flowers, to marvelous scenery, this attraction is worth paying a visit.

El Museo de La Alcogida

El Museo de La Alcogida is an open-air museum presenting the essence of rural and rustic village culture and life. The show puts forward humble and self effacing farmers, craftsmen and houses of old times, worth making it a superb tourist attraction. When on a holiday in Fuerteventura, the museum can also be visited for experiencing the low-ceilinged and shady café-bar.

Oasis Park

This tourist attraction is spread across the area of 50000 square metre and also supports a botanical garden, as well as a zoo. There are amazing camel safari and stunning views from up hills.

Casa Santa María inside Museo Artesanía

This picture perfect restaurant surrounded with laurel trees, parasols, bougainvillea, citrus trees and cactus garden . This restaurant is a tourist attraction in itself as it helps tourist and visitors unwind, when on holidaying in Fuerteventura. Some of the delicacy you can relish in this place include home made cakes and wines, Lanzarote smoke salmon and sizzling pork fillet. Many said that to have its local cuisine is the best way to enjoy a great holiday in Fuerteventura.

La Lajita Zoo

Located at the eastern coastal rural community of La Lajita, this zoo is perfect way to enjoy family time when holidaying in Fuerteventura. From small animals, camel safaris, horse rides, a parrot show, palm trees to a beautiful bar, this tourist attraction offers a lot.
Islote de Lobos Nature Reserve

This tourist attraction is a natural reserve and is quite admired by tourist and visitors holidaying in Fuerteventura. Many people simply visit this reserve for tranquility, abundance of natural beauty, peace of mind and lots of recreation. The easy way to reach this attraction is via a boat ride from the land of Corralejo. Islote de Lobos does not just offers freshness and calmness, but also has breathtaking views to capture.

Best time to visit of holiday in Fuerteventura

Many believed that the best time for a holiday in Fuerteventura is between November and February, because there are less heat and not much of rain.