Sentences with phrase «as sky islands»

Codename: Skywalker hoolock gibbon Name: Hoolock tianxing Compromised: January Known territory: Myanmar and southwestern China Physical characteristics: Downturned white eyebrows Notable skills / traits: ELITE STATUS: Tucked away in isolated mountains known as sky islands, these rare gibbons have taken careful tracking to find and identify.

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14 Then the sky receded as a scroll when it is rolled up, and every mountain and island was moved out of its place.

As a result, most of the natural action in the sky islands takes place in the vertical dimension, including the action of wildfires.

After being stranded on the island for what seemed like an eternity, the skies calmed and the clouds receded, revealing a way out as the rescue team came into view.

The Sacramento Mountains are seen as an «island in the sky,» a refuge of forest land in the otherwise harsh southern New Mexico desert.

The story, such as it is, sees daughter Sophie (the angelic Amanda Seyfried from HBO's Big Love, possessing a passable voice) about to marry boyfriend Sky (Dominic Cooper) on the Greek island she and her mom call home.

If Konami's - studio - formerly - know - as - Kojima - Productions had decided to wipe The Phantom Pain from the Metal Gear Solid canon, or if it had elected to begin a new entry in the Metal Gear Solid canon with wormholes in the sky sucking a bunch of soldiers off to an island populated by zombies and monsters, that would deserve some pretty sharp words from fans.

Hope's life takes a turn for the worse when a monster known only as Cancer falls from the skies and infects her island home.

Since the natives view their sky as hallowed and magical, the plan does not sit well with the island inhabitants, for whom Brian is asked to cut deals in order to receive their blessing.

MOUNT PROSPECT, South Island, New Zealand — We're well above 5,000 feet, the sky a wash of cobalt blue and El Greco's clouds as the helicopter banks hard toward a gray summit amid the endless range of snow - dappled peaks.

«Catch all the action as the Straw Hats search the exotic sky island of Skypiea for hidden gold and then journey to Water 7, a wondrous water metropolis constructed upon the ruins of a sunken city.

As darkness falls, Fraser Island's natives come out to play under the starry sky... we never know quite what we see, but we have fun trying to spot our nocturnal neighbours.

The eruption of a volcano on the Indonesian island of Bali for the second time in a week spurred the evacuation of at least 24,000 people and the cancellation of scores of flights this weekend as a plume of ash and steam spewed more than 19,000 feet into the sky.

You will marvel at just how large Fraser Island really is to look at from the sky as well as be amazed as how beautiful the oceans look from top view.

Some adventurous visitors can try sky diving over the island and its turquoise seas as well.

Moreover, recognised as the world's first Dark Sky Island in 2011, Sark's immaculate night skies are some of the finest in the continent for stargazing, so be sure to visit the local observatory.

Explosive sunrises and spectacular sunsets, shallow turquoise pools and midnight blue drop - offs, and blue skies as clear as the surrounding crystalline waters make Ambergris Caye a popular island paradise for investors, retirees, and for those who want a glorious second home.

In the distance, the snow - capped mountains of New Zealand's South Island shimmers in the sun, marked by Stewart Island at its most distant point, where seals and whales frolic in the icy waters, as the Aurora Australis fills the sky.

The sky could not look as remorseful as it did when we arrived at Siargao Island.

The hotel's culinary offering includes the Ca's Menestral Restaurant, which specializes in the cuisine of the Balearic Islands and Mallorca, in addition to offering a variety of international dishes, The Mmmallorca Coffee Bakery Bar in the lounge, serving delicacies such as Soller oranges or almond ice creams, and a sky bar, located in the penthouse.

Gorgeous sunsets are a given just about every late afternoon on the island of Aruba, and just as the sky is sure to be layered in hues of rose and amber, some coupIe, somewhere on the island is saying «I do,»

Head to the west side of the island, sit back with a couple of beers and watch the colors of the sky change as the sun sinks behind Bali's Mount Agung.

Lastly, we have an address for those who are looking for an exotic escape, an intimate island retreat, eco-friendly and laid - back atmosphere where beaches are as pure as the sky!

Built as a modern replica of a sugar... in a flagstone terrace looking out to the sea, blue skies and green islands in the distance.

Around 5 pm is perfect for riding the ferry back to Hong Kong Island as the sun is setting and reflecting off the windows of the surrounding sky scrapers — Plus you'll beat the commuter rush!

There are two deluxe, restful bedrooms suites and a breezy rooftop terrace for alfresco dining as the sun sets over the island and the starry night sky appears.

Even being on the island is an experience itself as you can watch the sunrise from the beach, admire the multitudes of stars on a clear, night sky, snorkel, skin - dive or scuba dive to see the marine life, charter a boat round the island or go trekking.

As we said goodbye to Corsica, we took with us memories of a vivid and individualistic island full of peach coloured skies, turquoise waters, tiny ornamental villages perched on ragged cliff tops - all warmed by a kind Mediterranean sun.

On a distant shore, on an island known as the Rock, colors stand out against the grey skies, green forests, and dark, millenia - old stone.

Tropical Sky creates worldwide tailor made holidays to memorable destinations to the Caribbean, United States, Canada, Central and South America, Africa and the Middle East, Indian Ocean, the Far East, Australia and New Zealand, as well as the Pacific Islands.

Saint Lucia's twin peaks poke their 2,000 foot - high summits into the sky as one of the island's most well - known and famous landmarks.

Also known as Rakiura, «Place of Glowing skies» by the Maoris, Stewart Island is New Zealand's third largest island and newest NationalIsland is New Zealand's third largest island and newest Nationalisland and newest National Park.

As the horizon turns from sunset pink to deep blue twilight, watch the stars light up the sky, reflecting on the water — the perfect end to your evening cruise around Fiji's Pacific islands.

Head to the north west side of the island, sit back with a couple of beers and watch the colors of the sky change as the sun sinks behind Bali's Mount Agung.

Despite a few more clouds in the sky and the occasional showers that rock the islands, the so - called «wet» season from November to March, is still a good time to visit the Gili Islands; as most days are dry and the temperature is always plislands, the so - called «wet» season from November to March, is still a good time to visit the Gili Islands; as most days are dry and the temperature is always plIslands; as most days are dry and the temperature is always pleasant.

Townsville Serviced Apartments boast a fantastic central location, close to all that makes Townsville such an exciting city such as tours and trips to Magnetic Island, fishing and sailing charters, scuba diving on the Great Barrier Reef, seaplane adventures, sports and music stadiums, golf courses and tennis courts, sky diving, art galleries and much much more.

Of course all of them are on their superb vessels such as the luxurious Island Sky.

As we navigate the perimeter of Nigei Island beneath sunny skies, we spot more wildlife.

Head to the west side of the island you are staying on, find a spot in the sand or a chair in a beach bar and watch the sun paint the sky orange as the sun sets behinds Bali's Mount Agung.

The villa's multiple levels house comfortable bedroom pavilions with private sky gardens and sun terraces, all of which draw in calming views of the ocean and a picturesque, uninhabited island known as Koh Matlang.

A soft colored sunset decorates the sky off Northern Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada as a couple of...

A glorious sunset lights the evening sky over Johnstone Strait as seen from the hills of Northern Vancouver Island near Port McNeill.

As the sun rose in the sky we arrived in the northern part of the Iris Strait, around the island of Dramai.

Onboard entertainment is most notable on the sunset cruise which is a perfect way to watch the sunset over the island of Bali from the water as the views of the beautiful eastern coast change along with the colors of the sky.

As the sun rose in the sky, we arrived around the island of Boo, where our first dive happened, in Boo West.

The region's tourism attractions and experiences are as diverse as the landscape itself and include: river cruises, fishing charters, island day trips, reef trips, liveaboard reef trips, snorkelling, scuba diving, kayaking, white water rafting, drift snorkelling, nature parks, animal reserves, wildlife sanctuaries, horse riding, ATVs, cableways, scenic trains, cultural parks, indigenous tours, bush tucker, hot air - ballooning, scenic flights, helicopter charters, glass bottom boats, jet skis, parasailing, sky diving, bungy jumping, hiking, camping and pretty much anything else you can think of!

Weather wise today here on the holiday island it was as good as it can get for a Sunday, mostly clear blue sky with a midday top temperature of 31 degree's Celsius.

In Windscape you play as a young girl living on your parents» farm, set in a lovely world made up of floating islands in the sky.

You'll get to fly everything from hang gliders, planes and jetpacks as you take to the blue skies of Wuhu Island (first introduced in Wii Sports Resort) with your Mii, and, just as long as you have the eyes for it, it can also be viewed in glorious 3D.

It seemed to me as if the game just threw a bunch of cliched settings together (Cave Man Habitat, Floating Island In The Sky, Post Apocalyptic World, you get the idea) and they loosely tied those together with a time travel plot.