Sentences with phrase «indian ocean area»

Keith Minto says: «Interesting, Bob, as this region being relatively shallow with close island chains, would provide some resistance to flow compared to deeper water, restricting the volume entering the eastern Indian Ocean area...»

Radegonde is considered to be a leading artist in the Seychelles and Indian Ocean area, and will be showing a variety of sculptures and mixed media works in this, his first solo exhibition in South Africa.

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The search for the Malaysian jet has been focused on a 7.3 - million - square - mile area in the southern Indian Ocean off the western coast of Australia.

Anxious flyers may have noticed we are just north of the area of the Indian Ocean where the search for Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 is continuing.

Happy Hearts Fund (HHF), founded in 2006 by Petra Nemcova after she survived the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami, rebuilds safe, resilient schools in areas impacted by natural disasters.

After the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, formula donations sent to affected areas resulted in immediate decreased rates of breastfeeding and higher rates of diarrhoea and mortality among young children.

These include unpopulated, unfished regions such as the Chagos Islands in the Indian Ocean, and areas that are close to towns and where fishing takes place — such as Kiribati and the Solomon Islands, also in the Pacific.

The coolest point beneath the ridges was found near the lowest point, an area of very deep and rugged seafloor known as the Australian - Antarctic discordance in the Indian Ocean.

When Joel Thornton at the University of Washington in Seattle and his colleagues looked at records of lightning strikes between 2005 and 2016 from the World Wide Lightning Location Network, they noticed there were significantly more strikes in certain regions of the east Indian Ocean and the South China Sea, compared with the surrounding areas.

Places like the southern Indian Ocean that showed the strongest warming signal the soonest tend to be the areas that will see the worst affects of warming, he explained.

Despite the importance of oxygen levels, relatively little information has been collected across the vast watery reaches of earth and this research is confined to six areas in the Atlantic, Pacific and Indian oceans.

Looking at the locations of 1.5 billion lightning strokes from 2005 to 2016, the team found nearly twice as many lightning strokes on average over major routes ships take across the northern Indian Ocean, through the Strait of Malacca and into the South China Sea, compared to adjacent areas of the ocean that have similar climOcean, through the Strait of Malacca and into the South China Sea, compared to adjacent areas of the ocean that have similar climocean that have similar climates.

How the marine protected area (MPA) in the British Indian Ocean Territory came about reads like the makings of a thriller, as described by Fred Pearce (27 September, p 26).

How the marine protected area (MPA) in the British Indian Ocean Territory came about reads like the makings of a...

Slows Coastal Erosion Following the Indian Ocean tsunami of 2004, a study led by Danish ecologist Finn Danielsen reported that coastal areas flush with mangrove trees were markedly less damaged than those without.

Farther north, in the southern Indian Ocean, Australia runs regular patrols around Heard Island, France patrols the Kerguelen Islands, and South Africa has a marine - protected area around its Prince Edward Islands, which are right along the northern boundary of the treaty area.

«But when the MH370 search area was moved to the southern Indian Ocean, scientists from Curtin's Centre for Marine Science and Technology decided to recover the IMOS acoustic recorders located west of Rottnest Island.

According to Josep Maria Gasol, CSIC researcher at the Institute of Marine Sciences and leader of the Malaspina block of microorganisms, samples «are especially valuable because they come from areas that have been poorly studied in a scientific sense up to now, such as the Indian and South Pacific Oceans.

In 1959, the world population of this bird stood at just 26 individuals on Cousin, an island in the Indian Ocean less than a third of a square kilometre in area.

«Interestingly, while some individuals that we tagged left the Red Sea and headed into the Indian Ocean, most remained relatively close to where they were tagged, suggesting that the area represents a critical juvenile habitat for this population,» Thorrold added.

During the Medieval period (7th - 15th century AD), maritime trade took off between this region and other areas of the Indian Ocean.

Around many seamounts in the Indian Ocean, which are often productive fishing areas, the team found accumulations of discarded fishing gear.

The oceans were one of the clear warm areas of the globe during the year, particularly the Indian Ocean and the tropical Pacific Ocean, which was under the influence of an incredibly strong El Niño.

Researchers have found seven new animal species living along the Southwest Indian Ridge, 3,000 metres beneath the surface of the ocean, in an area targeted for deep - sea mining.

March 22, 2014 • Images taken four days ago by a Chinese satellite show something large floating in the same general area of the Indian Ocean as in earlier pictures.

Analysis of radar images and some communications data have focused the search on an area of the southern Indian Ocean about 1,100 miles west of Perth, Australia.

March 21, 2014 • The focus remains on an area of the Indian Ocean southwest of Perth, Australia.

The focus remains on an area of the southern Indian Ocean.

The first set was in the Johannesburg - Pretoria area, and the following weekend it was near Durban on the Indian Ocean coast.

One of five villas located within Pantai Lima Estates, the villa features expansive views of the Indian Ocean from its ample pool terrace, interior living areas, and three of its five bedrooms.

Having been selected as Co-Sponsor of the upcoming World Travel Awards Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony 2016, Breaking Travel News editor Chris O'Toole here talks with Richard Omoro, area manager for Kenya Airways, about the upcoming event and the part it is expected to play in the revitalisation of the airline.

Shanti Spa, one of the largest of the Indian Ocean, with 25 treatment rooms including a dedicated yoga and meditation pavilions as well as a fully equipped fitness and Pilates area.

Rudi Jagersbacher, Hilton president for Middle East, Africa and Turkey, and the company's area vice president of operations for Africa and Indian Ocean, Jan van der Putten, were joined at the hotel's opening ceremony by the country's prime minister, Ulisses Correia, justice minister Janine Lelis, the hotel's owners, and a host of dignitaries, ambassadors and guests.

The bar offers a collection of rum of over 180 types from 36 countries • La Kaze Mama, discover the truly Mauritian home cooking in a memorable outdoor setting being the Chef's herb garden restaurant • Red Ginger Bar & Pool Lounge where one can enjoy a cocktail while contemplating the magical sunset • Shanti Spa, one of the largest of the Indian Ocean, with 25 treatment rooms including a dedicated yoga and meditation pavilions as well as a fully equipped fitness and Pilates area • Complimentary unlimited green fee at «Avalon Golf Estate» (18 - hole golf course) including shuttle service, golf cart and driving range.

OTHER HAPPY SNAPS watching Jackass Penguins being released into the Indian Ocean and bird - watching at the various nature reserves in the area.

BIZ COMMUNITY interviews Marc Descrozaille, Area Vice President, Africa & Indian Ocean about Rezidor's expansion in Africa April 26, 2017

The 652 - acre resort will occupy less than one - third of the island's total area, and will be located on the northern side of the island directly on the coastline of the Indian Ocean.

Closest Landmarks: Knysna The Heads - 1.5 km View Point Eastern Knysna Head - 1.5 km Knysna Golf Club - 2.2 km Knysna Waterfront - 3 km Pezula Golf Estate - 3.2 km Knysna National Lake Area - 3.3 km Featherbed Boat Cruises - 3.3 km Pezula Golf Club - 3.7 km Pledge Nature Reserve - 4.3 km Linsay Castle by Noetzie Beach - 6.5 km Most Popular Landmarks: Simola Golf and Country Estate - 6.9 km Simola Golf Estate - 7.2 km Knysna Forest - 7.3 km Knysna Big Tree - 17 km Restaurants and Markets: Daniella's restaurant Cafe / bar - 0 km East Head Cafe Restaurant - 2 km Kwikspar Supermarket - 3 km Natural Beauty: Knysna Lagoon Lake - 0.1 km Indian Ocean Sea / ocean - 0.1 km The Heads Mountain - 1 km Closest Airports: George Airport - 62Ocean Sea / ocean - 0.1 km The Heads Mountain - 1 km Closest Airports: George Airport - 62ocean - 0.1 km The Heads Mountain - 1 km Closest Airports: George Airport - 62.7 km

Starwood Hotels & Resorts has announced the appointment of a new area manager for the Indian Ocean, and general manager for The St. Regis Mauritius Resort.

The mentawai islands are located in the middle of Indian Ocean, approximately 100 miles from Padang, west coast of Sumatra, Indonesia, the Mentawai archipelago is a stunning area rich in nature and beautiful beaches that has been ecologically isolated from mainland Sumatra since the mid-Pleistocene period, resulting in high levels of endemism amongst its indigenous flora and fauna.

Kenya's coastline offers 500 kilometres of tranquil Indian Ocean beaches, with Mombasa (including Mombasa Island), Nyali, and Likoni among the areas open for tourists to enjoy.

Experts are continually finding out how little they know about the area of the southern Indian Ocean where Malaysia Airlines...

There is also a spacious outdoor area, where diners can smell the fresh sea breeze while they drink in the views of the Indian Ocean...

The suite offers partial views of the magnificent Indian Ocean and has a bedroom and a living area.

With its dramatic and romantic cliff - top setting overlooking the Indian Ocean, its wide lawns, large purpose - built decked garden areas and superb guest facilities, Pandawa Cliff Estate is a dream wedding and event venue.

The bar and dining area overlooking the ocean is perfect for enjoying an early morning breakfast or sipping cocktails as the sun sets over the Indian Oocean is perfect for enjoying an early morning breakfast or sipping cocktails as the sun sets over the Indian OceanOcean.

• Full restaurant and bar • 24 hour security • Complimentary internet access • Braai area • Sparkling pool overlooking the Indian Ocean • Private access to beachfront • Same day laundry / dry cleaning service • Secure parking • Room service • Shuttle service • Selected DStv channels • 24 hour reception

KLAPA New Kuta Beach, soft opens in February 2009 offering 8 Outlets with consists Lounge (Dining area for indoor & outdoor with capacity of 500 persons), KLAPA Klab (International Standard rating for Club with capacity of 800 persons), Ice Bar (The only non smoking bar in the Island with capacity of 200 persons), Pyramid Garden (Perfect spot for wedding with area overlooking the Indian Ocean, Capacity 300 persons round table), Privee (Multi function room from Kareoke into mini theater.

Total 1 VIP room and 8 Deluxe rooms), Golden Lounge (Indoor dining area and can be turn into magnificent meeting room with Indian Ocean within the vicinity with the capacity of 500 persons), Beach Café (Planned to be the only outlets that serve breakfast and a superb delicious Pizza, capacity 55 persons), and Mediterranean Restaurant (A fine dining service experience serve mediterranian food, capacity 75 persons).

On the route you'll have beautiful views of the surrounding area's lakes as well as the Indian ocean.