'Voyage to Volcano' Pkg Selected as Top 25 New Trips for 2010
By Green Monkey Dive Shop
September 1, 2009

Montserrat, West Indies - The tourism package, "Voyage to the Volcano," created and offered by Montserrat's Green Monkey Dive Shop and Tradewinds Real Estate has been selected by National Geographic Adventure Magazine as one of their "Top Twenty-five Best New Adventure Travel Trips of 2010."  The Magazine, published by the National Geographic Society, will feature the story in their November issue, available on news stands in mid-October.  The Montserrat package was selected for inclusion from hundreds of trips submitted worldwide.

During the six day/five night package, visitors will engage in a series of activities designed to explore both the devastation and beauty of the small Caribbean island. The package includes: a boat tour along the Leeward Coast of the island culminating in spectacular views of the Soufriere Hills volcano and the devastated capital city of Plymouth; two kayak tours with snorkeling at secluded black sand beaches and Montserrat's only white sand beach; a private taxi tour including stops at the world renowned Montserrat Volcano Observatory and AIR Studios where music greats such as the Rolling Stones, Elton John and Paul McCartney once recorded; a trek with a local guide through one of Montserrat's numerous hiking trails to view the lush forest and search for the Montserrat Oriole, the island's national bird; a trip to the uninhabited island of Redonda for a day of diving or snorkeling in the pristine waters; and dinner at Olveston House, the private home -turned guest house- of Beatle's producer Sir George Martin.  In addition to accommodations and adventure tours, the package also includes airport transfers and car rental for five days.

 "Voyage to the Volcano" was created by the Green Monkey Dive Shop, a full service PADI Resort scuba diving and water sport facility located on the beach in the town of Little Bay.  Co-owner of the Green Monkey, Melody Schroer, said she was delighted to hear about the selection.  "The Montserrat Tourist Board notified us of the magazine's competition and shortly thereafter Susan (Tradewinds Real Estate) suggested that we combine forces to submit a package for consideration.  I took on the activity portion and tried to include all the things that make Montserrat so distinct from the typical tourist destination.  Obviously our volcano, though devastating to so many people on the island, is an attraction which sets us apart from other islands.  That, combined with our pristine diving, uncrowded beaches, and incredibly friendly people, makes Montserrat an exceptionally unique destination. We are very excited to have this opportunity to share our beautiful island with the rest of the world."

Accommodations for the trip are arranged through Tradewinds Real Estate and include five nights at one of Montserrat's private vacation villas perched atop the hills overlooking the volcano and Caribbean Sea.  Each villa has a full kitchen, cable TV, high-speed internet, fresh water swimming pool, and lovely sunset views.  Villas are located close to restaurants and grocery stores and many are within walking distance of the beach.  Susan Edgecombe, owner of Tradewinds stated, "After a challenging day of adventures, guests will enjoy the luxury of their own villa, their home away from home. Picture a late afternoon dip in the pool, then relaxing on the pool deck with a tropical cocktail. Watch the sun setting on the horizon as a few people stroll on the beach at Old Road Bay. In the distance, the volcano can be viewed in all its glory, the steam rising from the volcanic fumaroles joining the clouds above. What a magical way to end a day! We are very pleased to be able to offer these beautiful privately owned villas to complement the "Voyage to the Volcano Adventure" package."

The package is available throughout 2010 and the price ranges from US$885 to $955 per person (based on double occupancy). Group rates begin at $785 per person.  For additional information on the package, visit the Green Monkey Dive Shop's website at http://www.divemontserrat.com/.  Inquiries may be made to info@divemontserrat.com.  For more information on Tradewinds Real Estate and the villa rental and management services they provide, visit http://www.tradewindsmontserrat.com/.

The Green Monkey Dive Shop offers scuba packages, guided snorkeling and kayak tours, Dive Redonda trips, island boat tours, deep sea fishing, and water sport equipment sales and rentals. In addition, after a day of activities, guests can enjoy a refreshing drink on the beach deck at the Dive Shop's bar facility, The Monkey Bar.

National Geographic Adventure is a magazine for active, imaginative people who like to try new outdoor pursuits and want to travel to wild corners of the planet. Published 10 times a year, with a rate base of 625,000, National Geographic Adventure has 2.4 million readers for further information visit http://adventure.nationalgeographic.com/home.






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