The Emir is the ruler of Qatar. Rule is hereditary, with power transferred from father to son. If no son is available, power is transferred to the person whom the Emir chooses within the Al Thani family. The Emir is the head of the constitutional aut...
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Jasper to Prince Rupert: continued
Trains on this less popular route still run three times a week in each direction and take about 33 hours. The overnight stop in the logging town of Prince Georg...
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If you like to do your own thing and not be part of a larger group then you might enjoy a gentle exploration of Shingle Creek which is accessed from the 192 at junction 15, just half a mile east of Medieval Times. You have a choice of craft f...
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Istanbul, Gilded domes, glittering minarets, aristocratic pavilions and sultan’s palaces rise amidst a vibrant- uber-cool metropolis. An intoxicating fusion of warm spices and Middle Eastern flavours scent the air of outstanding contemporary culture,...
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If you have time to just have a quick visit to Athens then it can be hard to decide what to do. There are many guide books which offer advice but it can also be like a child in a sweet shop, with so much on offer that a decision is hard to make. r ...
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Did you think Goa is all about the beaches? Then you’re in for a major surprise, because from jungle treks to plantation tours, Goa has everything.
From Majorda to Amboli, Goa is the biggest surprise package when it comes to tourism. ...
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This small slice of East Anglia’s coast is an untamed blend of endangered landscapes, unusual history and unique wildlife waiting to be discovered. If you like walking or bird watching then this trip is for you.
Golden sands and candy...
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If you are lucky enough to be able to combine a trip to Orlando with a few days in Miami, then you will find lots to do and see. We often fly in via Miami, as flights can be considerably cheaper, and we love the area as it is so diverse. A cou...
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Falcons Fire Golf Club is where it all comes together! The designers have combined a resort style atmosphere with a links style course in a great location only minutes from the airport and central Florida attractions. The signature 13th hole (394 yar...
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Day two starts with a trip to the river which slices through the heart of the city. The Moscow River offers the best way to get a proper sense of the capital’s sprawling centre as it winds through the city. Capital Shipping Co runs sightseeing river ...
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Belmond La Résidence D’Angkor
This was one of the first luxury hotels in Siem Reap, the tranquil, 59 suite hotel borrows from classical Khmer meets French colonial design motifs to create a garde...
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After the hustle, bustle and excitement of Orlando, Mickey Mouse and a trip to Kennedy which I can assure even those of you which are not technically-minded is a very interesting trip, why not stay next time in the south-west of Florida? Engle...
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Grande Island is an epitome of beauty, flora, and fauna. The tiny emerald isle is for nature lovers as well as adventure enthusiasts.
There are water experiences for all levels here and I can tell you that the scuba diving and snorkel...
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In part 2 of these guides I mentioned that if we did not find what we were looking for, or if we just wanted to do more shopping, after we left Premium Outlets just off the I4 we go to Prime Outlets which is located on the original Belz site at the e...
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On a recent trip to our villa in Orlando we decided that, having had a busy time ensuring that our home was in perfect condition, we would take a well-earned break with a cruise from Port Everglades, Fort Lauderdale. We drove down the Florida Turnpik...
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Hobart is the second oldest city in Australia after Sydney. It was set up over British concerns about the presence of French explorers. The first settlement was started in 1803 as a penal colony at Risdon Cove on the eastern shores of the Derwent Riv...
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Although we were now all getting tired we headed off to Reebok as everyone wanted to buy something. They have a good selection here for all the family men women and children are catered for so everyone wandered about individually.
You can...
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Part 2
For a more basic style of food, pork chops and mash for example, the Crackerbarrel on H192 is pretty good if a little bland for my taste, but I have heard good things about it from people. For the best ribs, especially baby back rib...
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If you fly to Florida with an American carrier such as Delta, then you may well fly into John F Kennedy Airport, or JFK as it is more usually known. Originally known as Idlewild Airport, it later became Major General Alexander E Anderson Airport – qu...
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And here are some more of the origin of Florida place names
Lets start with Hialeah in Hillsborough County. Again this has its origins in Muskogee and it translates thus; haiyakpo is a prairie and hili means pretty so there we are, pretty ...
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The population of Myanmar is just over 6 million and the language spoken is Burmese however there are around 100 tribal languages and dialects also spoken. Some English is spoken in towns and main tourist areas. If you are planning on calling back to...
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So here are some more Floridian place names and their meanings.
MIAMI
Most of us have been to Miami at some point. And certainly in the early days you would have flown through Miami airport before you travelled on to Orlando. S...
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You can get a different perspective if you decide to take a different view of the area via the ‘Journey behind the Falls’ tour. A lift at the brink of Horseshoe Falls takes you down and behind the tumbling waters. This cost C$14 and really does give ...
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Aldi has come to town! Aldi is a German owned supermarket that I have recently discovered the 9th biggest retailer in the world! The first store in Florida opened in 2008 and their hub is in Haines City.
For the benefit of our American me...
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According to legend, ‘once Key West sand gets in your shoes, you’ll return again and again’ and that is certainly true of people like President Harry S Truman, and Ernest Hemmingway, who both lived here, and fell in love with its quaint charms and la...
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