Proceeds for the organic and sustainable Marley coffee go to the non-profit Kicks for Cause

As its name suggests, the Marley Resort & Spa in Nassau, The Bahamas  is owned and operated by the children of Bob Marley, and the resort with its 16 luxury rooms and suites is now offering up its unique line of single origin and blended coffees.

With beans plucked from the Blue Mountains of Jamaica, Central America, Indonesia and the birthplace of coffee, Ethiopia Yirgacheffe, Marley Coffee is certified organic and sustainably grown. “Our coffee is fantastic, but all that goodness doesn’t stop at the cup,” said Stephanie Marley. “Partial proceeds of the sale go to the non-profit Kicks for Cause, which aims to get kids in all these coffee growing countries caught up in soccer and not the clutches of child labor. That’s a whole lot of enjoyment in every sip!”

A dream of Bob Marley’s made real by his son, Rohan, Marley Coffee is an international gourmet coffee company with a 52-acre private estate that sits atop the Blue Mountains, long revered as the region with the world’s most desirable coffee beans. “I’m proud to introduce all of the Marley Coffee lovers of the world to our wonderful home away from home, the Marley Resort & Spa in Nassau, Bahamas,” said Rohan Marley. “Plus, we want our customers to know that when they decide to visit the resort, they will be comforted knowing that their favorite Marley Coffee will be served.”

Situated in the Bahamas, the Marley Resort & Spa is set in the lush grounds of Cable Beach, Nassau, just a 60-minute flight from Miami. The summer retreat of the Reggae Royalty now welcomes guests to 16 luxurious, themed suites, all of which reflect the musical legacies of Bob and Rita Marley. The property has two free-form pools, a five-star personal concierge service, a boutique featuring Cedella Marley fashions, a music gallery, and a Caribbean-fusion restaurant that offers some of the Marley’s favorite dishes.

Of all the Canary Islands, Tenerife is still one of the most popular, with thousands of people flocking to its shores every summer.  The only question you really need to ask yourself is where in Tenerife should you stay and what should you do once you get there – besides lie on the beautiful beaches, work on your tan and soak up the sun? Tenerife.co.uk can help you with all these choices, with their complete guide to the island along with expert local knowledge. With 346 hotels across 23 resorts, you can choose from a myriad of lodgings ranging from one star (for the budget conscious) to five stars (for those who wish to splurge) when it comes to Tenerife and Tenerife holidays.

If you’re looking for a relaxing, quiet holiday with some of the most spectacular views of the Mount Teide volcano, then head to Bajamar, the small, sleepy fishing village on the North East coast of Tenerife. Here you can walk the Anaga Mountains, and swim in the natural rock pool.

For a relaxing holiday head to Bajamar and walk the Anaga Mountains. Credit: tenerife.co.uk

However, if you’re looking to really kick your heels up, then Playa de las Americas is probably the most famous and popular resort for families, couples and groups. The resort boasts six beaches and a slew of water sports, including diving trips, catamaran sailing trips, paragliding, pedalos, jet skiing and water rides. This is also the place to head to if you’re looking for swinging nightlife and lots of clubs and bars.

Playa de las Americas boasts six beaches and is perhaps Tenerife's most famous and popular resort. Credit: tenerife.co.uk

Of course, you can take an entirely different route, and if you’re looking to combine a coastal resort holiday with a taste of traditional village life, then Los Silos is the place to go. Located on the North Western coast of Tenerife in the area known as Isla Baja or the Lowlands, the resort is a quiet picturesque town with traditional architecture as well as narrow cobbled streets with a few bars and restaurants.  Head out to the Teno Rural Park, home to the forests and fields of Monte del Agua and La Tierra del Trigo, or down to one of the two main beaches — Charco de la Arana and Playa de Agua Dulce – both of which are perfect for scuba diving.

Los Silos combines a coastal holiday resort with a taste of traditional village life. Credit: tenerife.co.uk

No matter what type of holiday you’re looking for, you’ll have no problem finding a resort in Tenerife to cater to your every wish.

St. Andrews boasts some of the best golfing in Scotland, if not the world. Credit: Your Golf Travel

It’s a proud moment when you can boast that you have played a round (or two) of golf in Scotland – the home of golf. So it’s time to head the Highlands, where your passion for the sport is matched only by the over 550 courses on offer. Your Golf Travel can help you pick the best places to indulge in some golf in Scotland.

Scotland’s east and west coasts have some of the most renowned courses with famous names from Open Championship history. If you want to head straight to the true spiritual home of golf then of course you must make a beeline for St. Andrews, where you’ll have seven courses to choose from. You’ll be charmed by the golfing fever that St. Andrews has on tap, but don’t forget that the surrounding Fife also boasts some of the best golf on Scotland’s east coast. Then of course there’s the to-die-for resorts; both Fairmont St Andrews and the Old Course Hotel offer outstanding bases from which to venture forth into the remarkable golfing landscape.

Of course there’s no rule that says you have to go to St. Andrews. Scotland boasts a plethora of superb golfing regions and no one will mind if you choose to head out to the glorious west coast. From the Kintyre Peninsula to the Inner Hebrides, you can combine your golfing holiday with some spectacular coastal sightseeing.  The Kintyre Hotel & Cottages is situated in the heart of Machrihanish and just a few steps from the famous first tee of Machrihanish Golf Club, or you can  head to the renowned Machrie Hotel & Golf Links.

Whether you head east or west or somewhere in between, you’ll be guaranteed superb golfing and first class Scottish hospitality, too.

The Dolce Chantilly Resort has an easy to navigate 6,781-yard course. Credit: Your Golf Travel

When UK travelers want to leave the country for a golfing holiday, they often choose to tee off in France. And why not? With a plethora of superb golf courses throughout the country, a golfing holiday in France with Your Golf Travel  is the perfect way for you to combine your favourite sport with some superb gastronomical delights, a country rich with art and culture, a fascinating history and superb scenery. It’s the perfect destination if you want to indulge in some golf in France, and there are plenty of attractions available for non-golfers too.

So where do you begin? Le Touquet is one of the most popular holiday resort destinations in Northern France, with both excellent nightlife and excellent golfing.  If you have a hankering to spend some time in Paris (and who doesn’t?) there are a myriad of choices in the surrounding area including comprehensive resorts including Dolce Chantilly with its 6,781-yard layout. It offers an easy-walking challenge for the average golfer, with a relatively flat terrain.

If you prefer to head further west to Normandy, Brittany and the Western Loire, you’ll be spoiled for choice with golfing opportunities.  Golf International Barrière La Baule is just one of a myriad of major draws.  Non-golfers can lounge on the famous sandy beach, while avid golfers can indulge in the 45-hole golfing complex.

Then there’s the South of France, always a favoured destination, offering up both wonderful resorts and golf courses including Fregate, designed by Ronald Fream and considered to be one of the most beautiful courses in all of France. As the course winds around the resort’s impressive estate, visiting golfers are presented with awe-inspiring views down over the Mediterranean coastline.

Superb golfing awaits at the Vilamoura in Portugal. Credit: Your Golf Travel

When you head to Portugal for a golfing holiday, you’re guaranteed top quality courses, hotels and resorts. Aside from top-notch places to tee off, the region has a steady, pleasant climate year round, so there’s no excuse to not get in some golf in Portugal this summer, together with a relaxing holiday. The biggest decision you’ll have to make is exactly which resort or region to choose, and Your Golf Travel can help you make that choice.

In Lisbon, the Praia del Rey is celebrating its 10^th anniversary this month and today is ranked as one of the finest layouts in Europe. Set in an extensive estate of pine forests and undulating dunes with views over the Atlantic Ocean and the Berlenga Islands, you’ll be able to play some first class golf here and indulge in some first class rest and relaxation.

If the Algarve coastline is more your scene, then the Vilamoura is just one resort to choose from in the region, not just for its superb golfing, (including five championship courses) but also for its thriving nightlife on the marina. Or, you can head to the charming island of Madeira, where you can take in both spectacular mountain views and spectacular golfing at a variety of locations, including the Santo da Serra Golf Club, home of the Madeira Open, and located location high above the Machico Bay.

La Cala Resort & Spa is the biggest golf complex in Spain. Credit: Your Golf Tours

Summer is already on our doorsteps, so if you’re thinking about taking a golfing holiday this year, now is the time to start planning… and booking. From Marbella to Malaga,  Your Golf Tours has a myriad of options to choose from, and if you don’t want to forgo glorious sunshine or beautiful beaches when it comes to setting your sights on great links and pristine greens, then head to the Mediterranean coastline of Spain. You’re practically guaranteed summer sunshine every day if you decide to enjoy golf in Spain.

Your Golf Travel offers holidays with quality courses all along the Spanish coastline, including in the Murcia region on the Costa Blanca – home of Europe’s most famous resort – La Manga Las Lomas Village, repeatedly named European Golf Resort of the Year and boasting three championship courses. Or head south to the Costa Brava where there are a slew of courses to choose form in the Girona area. And of course nothing beats the Costa Del Sol, also home to some of the most spectacular golf courses, including La Cala Resort and Spa – the biggest golf complex in Spain. Not only is La Cala home to three 18-hole championship courses, it also houses and an executive 6 hole par 3 course.

No matter where you choose to spend your Spanish golfing holiday, all of the resorts on offer provide top notch amenities and of course some of the best golfing on offer.

Win a holiday to Beach Rock Village, Okinawa. Credit: Noriaki Furuya

To celebrate the release of Island Story, One Peace Books will host the “Island Story Eco-Island Getaway” sweepstakes. The winner will win a 5-day/4-night trip for two to Beach Rock Village Eco-Resort in Nakijin Village, Okinawa, Japan.

The Eco Island Getaway Package, valued at nearly $4,000.00 will include: 5 day/4 night accommodations for two at Beach Rock Village, Nakijin Village, Okinawa, Japan. Breakfast and dinner provided during the stay at Beach Rock Village Two round-trip coach plane tickets from nearby major US airport to Naha Okinawa Local transfer from Naha airport to Beach Rock Village Horseback riding through the Mountains and to the Beach on the Sea of Okinawa Subtropical Hiking Expedition into the jungle surrounded by nature and beautiful waterfalls. Okinawa Sea Beach Experience Okinawa Catamaran Sea Cruise Two signed copies of Island Story: A True Story of a Never Ending Summer.

Island Story chronicles best-selling author Ayumu Takahashi’s eight year long quest to create a new green living environment. Resplendent with vibrant, lush, and breathtaking photographs, Island Story, a Japanese best seller, chronicles Takahashi’s dream to build a paradise out of nothing. From enlisting the aid of friends to help make this dream a reality, to the incredible opposition along the way, Island Story is an extraordinary, inspiring tale about how Ayumu and his companions created their little piece of paradise known as Beach Rock Village, one of the first Eco-friendly resorts in Japan.

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The sustainable E-Domes are designed to help Haitians survive the hurricane season.

In the wake of the devastation left by the earthquake in Haiti earlier this year, the White House administration is backing sustainable, green initiatives to help rebuild the country.

The move comes following a recent visit to the White House by a Haitian delegation, to celebrate Haitian Independence Day.  Among the efforts being undertaken are E-Domes (eco-friendly domes), shelters designed to withstand hurricanes. The concept is a timely one, as Haiti prepares for the upcoming Hurricane season.

Currently, the International Green Technology Institute of the Tom Bradley Legacy Foundation has plans for 50 E Dome Villages to be distributed throughout the country in the next 18 months to house 100,000 people. In a statement, Erik Peterson, Principle of the Claremont Environmental Design Group, noted that the  “Village in a Box” could be erected in a month, once the site is selected and the proper grading completed.  Project Green Haiti training leader, Rob Srinivus, President of Eco-Hut Academy added in a prepared statement, “Our goal is to develop an eco-entrepreneurial society, therefore, we will train the people to construct the E Villages as well as install the solar energy systems. Our goal is to empower a green generation of Haitians to rebuild their villages where one can live, work, play, learn, shop, and care the environment and each other.”

Actor Leonardo DiCaprio is hoping others will join forces with him and the WWF to help save the tigers. Credit: IMDB

Actor Leonardo DiCaprio has launched a wildlife preservation charity designed to protect endangered tigers. Working together with the World Wildlife Foundation in a campaign called Save Tigers Now, the plan is to double the number of wild tigers by the next Year of the Tiger in 2022.

DiCaprio hopes to raise $20 million to help strengthen current projects to save tiger habitats, support anti-poaching efforts and encourage governments to ensure the future of tigers worldwide. In a press release, DiCaprio stated, “Tigers are endangered and critical to some of the world’s most important ecosystems. Key conservation efforts can save the tiger species from extinction, protect some of the planet’s last wild habitats and help sustain the local communities surrounding them,”

DiCaprio is currently in Asia with the WWF to learn more about the tigers, and how to save them. For more information visit Save the Tigers.

We’ve all dreamed of heading to a gorgeous Caribbean island to swim in crystal clear waters and meander along pristine white beaches. This type of relaxing holiday isn’t just for youngsters, either, a la Brooke Shields and Christopher Atkins in “The Blue Lagoon.” We all need a place to unwind, where time is something that leisurely drifts along while we drift along with it. The only real question that needs to be addressed when booking a Caribbean island vacation is which island do you choose? We say St. Thomas. It isn’t the biggest (that honour goes to St. Croix), but it does have the very best the US Virgin islands has to offer when it comes to beaches, views, resorts, shopping and nightlife.

Coral World's undersea observatory boasts allows you to view marine life in its natural habitat. Credit: courtesy Coral World VI

Coral World Marine Park & Undersea Observatory
Give yourself plenty of time to explore this three story underwater observation tower, located just 100 feet from the shoreline that allows you to see marine life simply hanging out in its natural habitat. Then head to the 80,000-gallon glass-enclosed coral reef tank. If you’re feeling brave visit the shark pool where you can pet a shark or feed a stingray. For kids, there’s a children’s touch pool where you can pet a sea cucumber or hold a starfish.  And if you’re ready to get wet with some sea creatures, try a Sea trek helmet dive or swim with the sea lions. This is by no means your average aquarium. From sea horses to scorpions, there’s a myriad of things to see and touch here.

Indulge in some Duty Free shopping at Havensight Mall. Credit: courtesy Havensight Mall

Duty Free Shopping
Okay. So you may not have come all the way to Caribbean to shop till you drop, but there’s nothing to say you can’t indulge in a few luxuries. After all, St. Thomas is where you can find some of the Caribbean’s best duty-free bargains, and who doesn’t love a bargain? From jewelry and electronics goods to designer fashions and alcohol, you don’t have to pay any sales tax on your purchases. Head to anyone of these four main shopping districts:  Downtown, Havensight, Yacht Haven Grande or Crown Bay Center for your bargain basement goodies.

Take the tramway up to Paradise Point for spectacular views over Charlotte Amalie harbour. Credit: courtesy USVI tourism

St.Thomas Skyride to Paradise Point
Hop one of the six Skyride cars and take in the sweeping views of Charlotte Amalie harbour, as you rise 700 feet above sea level. Once at the top you can spend your time admiring the little people far, far below or peruse the shops, grab a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. For a truly romantic trip, take the tramway car up at sunset. Take time to wander the nature trail and perhaps catch the exotic bird show. You can even have your photograph taken with a parrot perched on your shoulder.

Built in 1671, Fort Christian is St. Thomas's oldest standing structure. Credit: courtesy USVI tourism

Walking tour of Charlotte Amalie
Now that you’ve seen the port city from above, it’s time to head back down to this bustling waterfront town and immerse yourself in the history of the area. Once the world’s biggest slave market as well as a landing point for sailors and pirates, today the old warehouses that once housed stolen pirate goods, are home to some of the town’s most popular stores.  Put your best walking shoes one and tour the towns’ historical buildings and landmarks, including Fort Christian  - St. Thomas’s oldest standing structure (built in 1671), now designated as a national landmark. Visit the Fort’s museum featuring artifacts that help tell the story of the USVI from a historical and cultural perspective, as well as detailing the natural history of the islands.

Magens Bay beach is regarded as one of the Top 10 beaches in the world. Credit: courtesy USVI tourism

Magens Bay Beach
Obviously no trip to the Virgin Islands would be complete without spending some serious time at the beach. There are plenty to choose from but Magens Bay Beach is among the best. Listed as one of the Top 10 beaches in the world by National Geographic, Magens Bay beach boasts a heart-shaped bay, pristine turquoise waters, and the requisite white sands. It also has everything you could possibly want in a beach, including picnic tables for family get together and the opportunity to rent every piece of apparatus you could possibly need to enjoy a day on the water; from kayaks and paddleboats to sailboats and snorkeling equipment. And if you forget your beach paraphernalia, you can rent chairs and buy bathing suits and suntan lotion. Dine at the local restaurant, get a drink from the bar, or hike the nature trail.

Explore pirate hideouts, take a mansion tour and channel your inner pirate at Blackbeard's Castle. Credit: courtesy Blackbeard's Castle.

Blackbeard’s Castle
Ahoy, matey! Built in 1679 by the Dutch as a watchtower for the harbor of Charlotte Amalie, Blackbeard’s Castle is located at the highest point on Government Hill, where it served as a lookout point for Danish soldiers to spot enemy ships and protect Fort Christian from attacks. Originally named Skytsborg Tower, over the years it took on the name of Blackbeard’s Castle as a nod to the infamous pirate that sailed the surrounding waters in the early 1700’s.  Aside from its fascinating history, Blackbeard’s Castle is also a truly fun place to explore, complete with pirate hideouts, historic manor houses, botanical gardens, archaeological sites, sparkling pools, waterfalls, museums, bars and shops, making this national historic landmark is the Caribbean’s premier historical site.

Take a snorkeling and kayaking trek with Virgin Islands Ecotours. Credit: courtesy USVI tourism

Virgin Islands Ecotours
If you want to do more than laze around on the beach, eat well and shop, then spend a day with Virgin Island Ecotours and you won’t be disappointed. There’s a myriad of tours to chose from including one where you will kayak from Frenchtown to Historic Hassel Island in the Virgin Islands National Park; paddle past Danish and British Colonial ruins and Careening Cove before setting out on a ten minute hike to Fort Willoughby, a British Fort from the Napoleonic era. You’ll then visit Garrison House and the Creque Marine Railway before hopping back in your kayak and heading to a secluded and picturesque beach, where you can go snorkeling and swimming, before heading back to Frenchtown by day’s end – a mere five minute paddle away.

The view of the Virgin Islands from Drake's Seat is one of the best in the region. Credit: briandrum

Drake’s Seat
Head to the very top of St. Thomas for one of the best views of most of the Virgin Islands. Drake’s Seat (so named because of a bench bearing his name at the lookout point), overlooks Drake’s Passage, the channel where explorer Sir Francis Drake sailed with his fleet en route to the British Virgin Islands. Drake’s Seat also features an abundance of yellow cedar, a common flower in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Legend claims Drake came to this overlook to keep an eye on his fleet and approaching Spanish galleons.

Tee off at the Mahogany Run's "Devil's Triangle" overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Credit: courtesy USVI tourism

Mahogany Run Golf Course
There’s nothing like teeing off as part of a relaxing holiday, and The George and Tom Fazio-designed Mahogany Run Golf Course offers one of the best greens around. The 6,022-yard, par-70 course, course offers 18 challenging holes culminating in the spectacular “Devil’s Triangle,” the world-renowned signature holes on the Atlantic Ocean. Don’t worry about bringing your own clubs. The pro shop is fully stocked with everything you could possibly need – either for sale or for rent.

Witness some of the most brilliant butterflies at The Butterfly Farm. Credit: joyosity

The Butterfly Farm
Spend a magical day at this butterfly oasis, conveniently located at the WICO cruise ship dock in Havensight Mall. Like something out of a fairytale the butterfly farm boasts a lush tropical rain forest with trees, flowers, ponds and a trickling waterfall. Amidst all this beauty are scores of butterflies flitting overhead and minding their own business. Spend a day in their world, meandering among the meshed enclosures and spying dozens of the jewel-toned creatures. Make a day of your visit and you can actually see the butterflies hatching and taking