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The Martin Arms

1 of 5 stars
pegbundy39
nova scotia
Nov 21, 2009

after our company paid big bucks for our christmas party,were were treated like crap!!!!! the customer service was terrible,wouldnt hurt the staff to smile. the rooms were dark and filthy,the bed...more

“A Very Pleasant Stay in a 1900th Century Inn”

Queen Anne Inn

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MontrealPeregrine
Montreal
Nov 21, 2009

For the second year in a row, we stayed at the Queen Anne Inn. We made a point of coming back to the inn as it was the highlight of our stay in that very pleasant town and one of the best...more

“If you like fossils, this place is fascinating!”

Joggins Fossil Cliffs Interpretation Centre

5 of 5 stars
shsch
Humboldt County, CA
Nov 20, 2009

The new Fossil Centre is well worth the visit, as is the walk on the shore below the cliffs if the tide allows it. Additionally, if you are really interested in fossils and geology, a visit to the...more

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  • Major features: beaches, nightlife, jungle tours, swimming with dolphins, water sports
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  • Resident population: 47,874 (est.)
  • Major features: beaches, water sports, ecotourism
  • 8,834 TripAdvisor reviews of 430 accommodations, 43 attractions and 75 restaurants
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  • Major features: beach resorts, water sports, coral reefs
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A cluster of idyllic atolls in the Indian Ocean, about 200 of the Maldives' 1200 islets are inhabited. Another 100 are private resort islands.
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  • Resident population: 10,248 (est.)
  • Major features: beaches, water sports
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  • Resident population: 103,065 (est.)
  • Major features: beaches, water sports, casinos
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