One of the best things about Negombo is the fact that it is a multi-ethnic city that is most often than not easy-paced and traveler-friendly. In addition to its gorgeous beaches, the city is also popular for its fabulous sea food offerings. From live and kicking crabs to colorful prawns, the selection of seafood at any of the towns great restaurants is simply astonishing. Slowly but surely Negombo seems to be developing over the recent past and...more
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Kerala is the land of backwaters, snake boats and exciting boat races. Snake boat Race is one of the exceptional features in the festive calender of Kerala , which attracts thousands of curious onlookers from within and outside India on to the shores of Punnamada Lake in Aleppey, where the annual Nehru Trophy boat race is held. Usually, a snake boat is manned by four helmsmen, 25 singers and 100-125 oarsmen, who row in unison to the fast rhythm of Vanchipattu (song of the boatman). As the excitement and frenzy hits the crescendo, people on the shores join in the excitement and the thrill of the boat race by crowding around the water's edge and cheer along as the boats cut through the waters in a stunning photo finish. The fast drum beats and boat songs will set off the spectators and the oarsmen into a frenzy of activity.Typically held during Onam, the harvest festival in August/September, the snake boat race it is a feast for the eyes. Scores of long snake boats accompanied by smaller country crafts participate with zest and zeal as the ores men encourage and cheer their team by beating and drumming and other smaller crafts participate in these events. Feted as the largest team...more
I disappeared for a week.It was intentional though I had hoped to leave some signs of life while I was gone!But life rushed me out the door, to the airport and on a surprisingly full plane from Israel to Turkey. I travelled to join the 4th International Women's Sailing Week, a phenomenal initiative of the Turkish conceived and run 'Women's Sailing...more
There are very less people know about boat lifts? Probably boat owners and working with this industry. Boat lifts used to be called davits, and while many of us may have heard of those devices, we think about them on large ocean liners.Approx 40 year ago, many boats were lifted with a davit system, or pair of davits that contained a fore and aft...more
The warmer weather brings poplular boating trips in Canada for all different types of watercrafts and various degrees of experienced captains. Some of the trips in boats in Canada are near the US and could be a day trip for Americans while other requires careful planning and reservations at either cabins or campsites. There are many places that allow boats to navigate the waters and then dock along the shores while their captain and passengers hike the trials and pitch tents for the evening.In order for a captain or anyone who wants to take a boat out on the water, the kind with a motor, not just the kind with oars; they must pass a boating exam and obtain a boating license similar to a car license. If one looks online, they will find several places that offer free or low-cost study guides to help an individual prepare for a boating exam, although, there is really no replacement for getting out on the water with the boat and practicing in order to pass the boating exam.Just as with a roadway, there are many different waterway signs that a boater must adhere to when navigating the waterways and yield when other boats are near them. For instance, a circular sign with a small arrow...more
Roger and Rosemary Preen opened Calcutt Boats for business in 1973 offering fibreglass cruisers with outboard motors for hire. At the time, the business had no road access and very little in the way of facilities for their hirers.Thirty seven years...more
If you want to know exactly where you are on the waterways and what's around you, a digital canap map is a must.Canal Maps The Perfect Solution For You And Your Boat By: Kym Fordham About the Author (ArticlesBase SC...more
Are you in the market for a new boat top or cockpit cover set for your Doral Boat? If so, now is a perfect time to purchaseHave we provided you a quote for new canvas in the last 30 days? If so you need to act on that quote nowSave The HST Sale is on...more
Boating is one of the best experiences that you can have on open water. Boats involve a large amount of cleaning and maintenance, though, which can be time consuming and not particularly fun. Some boat owners spend as much time, if not more,...more
Hiring boats is receiving a lot of attraction from the vacationers and natives these days. People hire houseboats where they can enjoy with their family and friends, the magnificence of flowing water and arresting scenery. A river boat charter is...more
Boat docks are not just practical for docking boats but can also be used for other activities. In some instances they can provide a decorative feel to a property that is large enough to include a lake or any other body of water. Once you are...more