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These are the Top Honeymoon Destinations

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What are the favorite honeymoon destinations worldwide? When one of the biggest bride magazines published the results of its travel agent poll, these were the places agents named as best for honeymoon couples. They appear in order of popularity. Search any of the names belong and you'll be able to find information on tourism, hotels, and more about perfect places for a romantic getaway. And don't forget that the best way to start your honeymoon trip is to reserve a limo or luxury sedan for your ride to the airport and back.

Here's some quick web bites about the first five on the list:

Hawaii:

Lush greenery, sparkling ocean, and spectacular sunsets...say "Aloha" to the honeymoon of your dreams in Hawaii. Oahu is all of Hawaii on one island. It's a place to spark your passion with romantic activities and create your own special Hawaiian memories.

Italy:

Your honeymoon in Italy can be the trip of a lifetime. What better spot than Italy, with its romance, magnificent scenery, cities filled with history and charm to make memories last forever. The rolling Tuscan hills, a gondola in Venice, a Renaissance villa in Florence. Stunning historic properties, the finest foods and wines make it the best. Panoramic lake-side settings, stunning vistas on the Italian Riviera or the enchanting Tuscan countryside are just some of the possibilities.

Tahiti:

The center of the universe for romance. There is no better place to celebrate your new life together or to celebrate a milestone of your relationship. Each of the many islands of Tahiti is a tiny paradise. Some isles are crowned with jagged peaks soaring magically out of the ocean in an explosion of green velvet while others appear as if gracefully tossed upon the ocean - barely floating above the breaking waves. Intimate resorts, small peaceful villages, and miles of quiet pristine beaches explain why Tahiti is ranked #1 in the world for "alone time."

Anguilla:

Come to Anguilla and experience "tranquility wrapped in blue." Anguilla's honeymooners and couples seeking a special, romantic getaway find a small island, gifted with 33 of the best beaches in the Caribbean -- some say the world. Stunningly white, powder soft sands meet gentle seas of pristine water colored in vibrant and varied hues of turquoise. Captivating sunsets, gentle breezes, friendly smiles, gracious hospitality, casual elegance and relaxed informality are just some of the reasons visitors named Anguilla one of the best honeymoon destinations in the world.

Fiji:

Pristine white sand between your toes; warm ocean breezes rustling palm tree fronds overhead; sweet aromas of tropical flowers wafting through the air; distant sounds of drums and harmonious singing; stunning sunsets reflecting off turquoise water. Yes, Fiji is romance. With hundreds of Fiji Islands to visit, there is plenty to see and do on your Fiji honeymoon. Snorkel and Scuba dive in some of the world's most beautiful tropical reefs, kayak along the coast line, or hike through one of the many tropical rain forests, the Fiji Islands have it all!

The top 50 destinations are as follows: Hawaii, Italy, Tahiti, Anguilla, Fiji, St Lucia, Mexico, St Bart's, Jamaica, France, Bali, Bermuda, South Africa, Costa Rica, Greece, US Virgin Islands, British Virgin Islands, Turks & Caicos, Nevis, Australia, Aruba,New Zealand, Antigua, Barbados, Cook Islands, England, Thailand, Florida, California,Ireland,Kenya, Las Vegas, St Maarten/St Martin, Dominican Republic, Switzerland, Bahamas, Belize, Canada, Cayman Islands, Monaco,Turkey, New York,Spain, Alaska, Chile, India, New England, Portugal, Scotland, Austria.

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Garden Statues Can Give Your Garden That Exclusive Look

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Gardens have lawns, gardens have flowers, and gardens have exotic plants and complicated landscaping. They also have the one thing that gives it an identity of its own - garden statues. People believe that the garden is the first thing a visitor would see and first impressions are always lasting impressions.

The history of garden statues dates back to the Garden of Eden. Those that belonged to Renaissance Italy were actually classical sculptures found amongst the ruins of Rome and Greece and were displayed here. A good example is the statue of Venus De Milo belonging to the 2nd century BC. Post Restoration in the year 1660, the concept of garden statues had reached England where the Victorian bent towards exotic art and a thirst for knowledge inspired this art to reach great heights. Italy was in a way responsible for the spread of garden statues to European countries. Ideas were represented in the new sculpture of the late 19th century art world.

Garden statues give the garden its uniqueness and a distinct of character. They compliment the picture, so to speak. They emphasize the flowers, the plants and the landscaping that grace its surroundings. There are all types of statues to be found. There are statues that are religious or mythological in nature where some Gods are known as the defenders of evil. There are statues that are whimsical like fairies or cupid, pixies and little bird houses. There are people who have a very artistic bent of mind so they would like to have statues that depict some altruism or a deeper meaning of life and living in general. If your theme is nature then you can have animal statues. Waterfalls of many types, colors, shapes and sizes can be added to garden statues to give it a hint of the lyrical.

The materials that can be used for garden statues are generally those which can handle the wear and tear of weather well. Stone is most commonly used and resin is now gaining popularity. There are marble and bronze statues to be seen also but people are hesitant to leave these at the mercy of the Elements. Concrete and cement are cheap options but they are not long lasting options. Fiberglass loses its color when exposed to UV rays of the sun over a period of time and steel, unless galvanized or painted, will not last long. Ceramic, on the other hand, is very durable and so is stainless steel. Wood has a tendency to decay and change with time so if your garden statue can adapt itself to the new weather oriented design then you may have something unique on your hands.

If you are a garden lover and want to do something different for your garden then go in for a simple theme and put in garden statues to emphasize the idea. Keep your budget and durability of the material in mind. Let your imagination and your creative instincts rule, the sky is the limit and the possibilities endless.

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