Jockey’s Ridge contains three unique ecosystems: the Ronake Sound, the dune system and the maritime forest. For your friends and your family, the park offers picnic facilities, visitors Center, Auditorium and Museum. There are many reasons why you should visit this park. Firstly, Jockey’s Ridge is the tallest natural sand dune system in the Eastern United States with peaks up to 80 – 100 ft/24 – 30 m. Secondly, during summer months, the sand on the dunes is incredibly hot. On average, the sand’s temperature will be from 25 to 30 degrees hotter than the air temperature.
Another major reason you should visit this place is the fact that high winds, extreme temperatures, shifting sands and lack of water, will make you feel like you live in desert. The temperature can reach 43°C/110°F. Visitors are kindly requested to bring water with them. In such a particular spot, the best thing to do is to perform one of the most popular activities, Hang Gliding. Year-round winds, blowing up to 10-15 mph/16-24 kph, make the place ideal for this exhilarating activity.
Bear in mind that only gliders with a USHGA 1 are allowed to perform on the spot. All Hang Gliders must register with at park office. Furthermore, Hang Gliding activity stops one hour before the park closure. The park also provides outside bathrooms facilities.
Lake Havasu is situated behind Parker Dam on the Colorado River, just on the border that joins California with Arizona. On the eastern shore of the lake lies Lake Havasu City.
Saarbrücken is found near the French border pointing at the heart of a metropolitan area of a great people concentration. Saarbrücken as the capital of the State of Saarland, is a commercial and cultural center.
Gauteng is the smallest province in South Africa, yet its economic power house. It is located in the heart of South Africa's Highveld Region and is highly urbanized and densely populated. Gauteng offers to its visitors an option to explore the hustle and bustle of its urban life or the natural attractions outside its main cities, Johannesburg and Pretoria.
Cortina d' Ampezzo has been since the 70' the most important flying area in Italy and Europe as well. The Free Flight Italian Federation has been founded on the spot in 1976, while many free flight clubs have started to operate in the same year.
Valle de Bravo is a town and municipality situated on the shore of Lake Avandaro, in the state of Mexico. It is a popular weekend destination for Mexico City's wealthy families, since it is only 2 hours away from the capital. Valle de Bravo is also a popular area for paragliding and hang gliding.
Wenatchee is the largest city of Chelan County, located in North Central Washington and lies on the west side of the Columbia River. The city is also known as the Apple Capital of the world, due to the valley's many apple cultivations.
Virginia Beach is an independent city, located in Hampton Roads in the metropolitan area of Virginia. Not only is Virginia Beach the most popular city in the States, but it is also the 39th largest city in the United States.
If you feel that it is time for action, Wrightsville Beach is the most appropriate place to visit. If you remember the film ''Sleeping with the Enemy'' with Julia Roberts starring, then visit this place and be witness of the movie setting. Wrightsville Beach is a town in New Hanover Country, North Carolina, United States.
In order to enjoy themselves, many people viist Atlantic Beach every year. It is a town in Carteret Country, North Carolina, United States. Atlantic Beach is one of the five communities, located on Bogue Banks.
Virginia Beach is an independent city, located in Hampton Roads in the metropolitan area of Virginia. Not only is Virginia Beach the most popular city in the States, but it is also the 39th largest city in the United States.
Dewey Beach is an incorporated coastal town in Sussex County, Delaware, United States. The fact that Dewey Beach has been awarded with a 5 star rating for its excellent water quality, attracts many people from every corner of the earth.
If you need a change and you are looking forward in something different, then Atlantic Beach is the most appropriate place to visit. It is a town in Carteret Country, North Carolina, United States. Atlantic Beach is one of the five communities, located on Bogue Banks.
Atlantic Beach is a town in Carteret Country, North Carolina, United States. It is one of the five communities, located on Bogue Banks. Atlantic Beach attracts many people who want to escape from the daily routine and enjoy themselves.
Carolina Beach is a town in New Hanover Country, North Carolina, United States. It is partially located in the Wilington metropolitan area. In this place, visitors will have many choices to enjoy themselves and discover this amazing spot.
