There is a popular assumption that if you move to higher
latitudes (toward the poles) you can escape the heat, and that
by moving to lower latitudes (toward the equator) you can escape
the cold.
The equation is simple. But is it real? If it was, then the most
northerly capital, Reykjavík, would also be the coldest...at
least until they establish a country on Antarctica. Yes, it
appears that latitude is slacking off and failing to keep
temperatures in line.
This was brought home to me when prepa...
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July 2nd, 2009 in
Travel
Phuket, the largest island of Thailand has emerged today as a popular beach destination inviting tourists from all over the world. The pristine sandy beaches, crystal clear sea water, beach activities, adventurous water sports activities and tourist sites make it the ideal place of visit as far as recreation and relaxation is concerned Phuket hotels are there to add to your comfort during your stay in these hotels. A visit to this place would remain incomplete, without exploring its nightlif...
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July 1st, 2009 in
Travel
Thailand is one of those destinations, which is forever teeming
with tourists. The country holds an exclusive position in the
hearts of all vacationers for the place has much more to offer
than anyone can expect. Thailand lies in the South East Asia
region and can be taken to be the land of Buddha. Almost all the
Buddha devotees desire to visit this country once in their
lifetime. This is due to the fact that Thailand has some of the
unique and exquisite Buddha temples where perfect tranquility
...
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June 30th, 2009 in
Travel
Phuket is Thailand's biggest island. The water itself may not be
as breathtaking as Phi Phi or Similan island, but it's still
beautiful. My suggestion is you stay at Phuket and then take a
boat to Phi Phi, Similan or other smaller nearby islands for a
snorkeling or diving trip.
Phuket Thailand becomes lively during the night -- with all the
pubs, bars and restaurants opening until midnight or later. You
can choose to stay at your Phuket hotel and have romantic dinner
there. Or you can choose to...
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June 29th, 2009 in
Travel
Ely Castle was in the cathedral city of Ely in Cambridgeshire. Its probable site is a mound near the cathedral which is now called Cherry Hill.
This was a motte and bailey castle built by William I in 1070 in his conflict with Hereward the Wake to subdue the Isle of Ely.
Once Ely was quiescent the motte was abandoned. However it was refortified in 1140 during the Anarchy by Bishop Nigel but surrendered to King Stephen. In 1143 Geoffrey de Mandeville was placed in charge of the castle. ...
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June 24th, 2009 in
Travel
Aberdeen Airport is an international airport, located at Dyce in the City of Aberdeen, approximately 5 miles northwest of Aberdeen city centre. 3.29 million passengers used Aberdeen Airport in 2008.
The airport was the second busiest airport in Scotland, and sixth busiest in the UK by number of flight movements in 2008.
The airport is owned and operated by BAA, which also owns and operates six other UK airports, and is itself owned by an international consortium led by the Spanish Ferrovial ...
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June 23rd, 2009 in
Travel
Originally, a large waterfall flowed over the Cove at Malham as a glacier melted above it. The remnant of a stream which once fell over the cliff flows out of the small lake of Malham Tarn, on the moors above the cove. The stream now disappears underground at the aptly-named 'Water Sinks', one and a half kilometres before its valley reaches the top of the cove.
A stream of a similar size emerges from a cave at the bottom of the cove. It used to be assumed that the two streams were one and...
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June 23rd, 2009 in
Education
In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, beauty can escape us.
It is only by living in the moment that we can experience our
wondrous environment. Sometimes traveling to a new and exciting
place helps us to take notice of our surroundings.
Christmas Away From Home
My husband and oldest daughter, Angie, were my traveling
companions as we left Grand Rapids, Michigan on the morning of
December 24. It was the beginning of the first snow storm of the
year. At 7 a.m. we had about 3 inches of snow an...
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June 21st, 2009 in
Travel
How many times have you experienced going to a place that seems
interesting yet you have no idea what are the tourist
attractions that city or country has to offer for its visitors?
You would be fortunate enough if you have a friend, a family
member or a travel agency that can guide you in that place you
are visiting. Unless money is not an issue for you, going
through a travel agency could also be costly and many times many
of you would say, "I wanted to see more of blah blah blah but I
did no...
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June 19th, 2009 in
Travel
It is tourist season here in Guanajuato. The streets are once
again crawling with pasty-white-legged gringos looking for a
good time and wanting to blow a tremendous amount of money.
Here is where I come in as your humble, sincere, and most
observant columnist. I would like to offer a few of today's
observations on the 2005 Guanajuato Tourist Season.
Tourism'here is how it is supposed to work:
You spend many hours at your job and work lots of overtime to
save up enough money to take the family t...
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June 18th, 2009 in
Travel