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- Avoiding Problems With International Airport Connections - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2015 from Avril BettsAvoid Airports with Multiple Terminals for International Connections When flying to an International destination you want the process to be as smooth and comfortable as possible especially if you have to deplane and make a new connection. When buying your ticket there are a couple of things ...
Views: 1237 - BINARY OPTIONS – WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW - A CAUTIONERY TALE - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2016 from Avril BettsAbout 18 months ago after receiving numerous emails touting Binary Options I decided to try them out. Like most people I had been looking for something to supplement my income something I thought I would have some control over and could do from home. In simple terms Binary Options are ...
Views: 1538 - Destination Newfoundland & Labrador - Canada - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Avril BettsNewfoundland and Labrador is Canada's 10th province and consists of Newfoundland Island (new fin-LAND in Newfoundland English) and the mainland Labrador on the Atlantic Coast. The Capital is St John’s. This a huge Province and its wonders go back thousands of years. Take an opportunity to ...
Views: 1611 - Destination Prince Edward Island - Canada - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Avril BettsPrince Edward Island is the smallest of the Canadian provinces both in size and population. The capital is Charlottetown. Crafts, theatres, and festivals can be found throughout the Island. Visitors come to the Island to enjoy the relaxing pace, lobster suppers, white sandy beaches, or play golf ...
Views: 1448 - Developing a Cover Identity - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2015 from Avril BettsIn the movies after the spies load up on gadgets and get behind enemy lines they take on a cover identity. We can use cover identities as well, whether to blend in with locals, negotiate for the boss, or for any other reason you want to pretend to be someone else. In the movies they don't do ...
Views: 2302 - Fort Anne National Historic Site - Nova Scotia - Canada - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Avril BettsMany French settlers suffered great losses as a result of the closing of the Port Royal Habitation in Annapolis Royal. In spite of this some of the settlers remained in the area for many years to come. One of those settlers, Charles de Saint-Etienne de La Tour started a trading base at Cape ...
Views: 1762 - Great Britain As a Tourism Destination - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2015 from Avril BettsSteeped in centuries of History, the countries of England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland, collectively known as Great Britain have so much to offer the tourist. I am originally from England now living in Canada and to be honest I never appreciated the beauty and history of Britain when I lived ...
Views: 1206 - Hampton Court - Henry VIII's Palace - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2014 from Avril BettsOVERVIEW: As a child one of my favorite places to visit was Hampton Court, home of Henry VIII and his many wives. The gardens are beautiful and the maze is a real challenge. That's before you get into the Palace itself with the animated staff and furniture and décor from the original days of ...
Views: 1559 - Helping to Understand Body Language re Lying, Dating and Job Interviews - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2015 from Avril BettsBODY LANGUAGE Your body language says a lot about you and has a major impact on how others see you. As such you can learn a lot from the body language of others. Body language accounts for up to 55% of how we communicate. Body language along with verbal cues can indicate a number of ...
Views: 2245 - Hurghada on the Red Sea - Egypt - Visitors Info. - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Avril BettsWhen I first visited Hurghada in the late 90’s it was a small town, not really large enough to be called a city. Now it’s a bustling city and a hotspot on the Red Sea. Its coastal location and year round warm weather has made it an ideal place for holiday goers looking for a resort vacation, ...
Views: 1627 - King Tutankhamun's Tomb - Valley of the Kings - Egypt - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2013 from Avril BettsKing Tutankhamun (King Tut) was the young Pharaoh who succeeded his father Akhenaten towards the end of the 18th Dynasty. During his short 9 year rule he restored Thebes (Luxor) as the Capital of Egypt and started the return of worship of Amon. Little was known of the King other that he came to ...
Views: 1915 - Know Your Air Travel Rights - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2015 from Avril BettsIf you have ever had a flight cancelled, had a boarding pass but were denied boarding because they overbooked, been bumped just before boarding, sat on the tarmac for hours, or find that your luggage has been lost or delayed on arrival at your destination, you know how maddening it can be. ...
Views: 1278 - Nile Cruising Information - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Avril BettsWhen cruising, packing for your cruise becomes an integral part of your travel. The length of cruise, the destination and the category/style of cruise ship will all determine what you need to pack. Nile Cruises are River Cruises as opposed to the large sea going cruises. Most Nile Cruises are ...
Views: 1788 - Petra - Red Rose City in Jordan - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2014 from Avril BettsPetra in Jordan was possibly established as early as 312 BCE and is known as the Rose City due to the color of the stone it is carved from. The city is an archaeological and historical city and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the southern Jordan Valley famous for its architecture cut in rock ...
Views: 1395 - Planning a Trip to Alberta - Canada - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2013 from Avril BettsAre you planning a trip to Alberta? This will give you a small insight into the Province. Alberta is a land of natural beauty and has 5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Banff, Jasper and Lake Louise with the majestic Rocky mountains formed 70 million years ago, spectacular lakes and phenomenal ...
Views: 1556 - Pompeii - A Tourist Perspective - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2013 from Avril BettsPompeii is an ancient city located at the bottom of Mount Versuvius near the city of Naples in Italy. It became an active and prosperous port and town around 80 BC. The city was first occupied by Etruscans in 8th century BC followed by the Saminites and then Romans who took control around 200 ...
Views: 1571 - Queen Hatshepsut Temple - Luxor - Egypt - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Avril BettsThe Temple of Queen Hatshepsut also known as Deir El-Bahri is located on the West Bank of Luxor framed by steep cliffs and cut into the side of the mountain. This magnificent Temple was the inspiration of the Queen who would be King – Hatshepsut, daughter of Thutmose I. To know the history of ...
Views: 2373 - Samuel de Champlain – French Explorer - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2011 from Avril BettsIn 1598 Samuel de Champlain made the first of an estimated 29 sailings across the Atlantic Ocean on a voyage to the West Indies. In 1603 he traveled as a royal geographer on a fur trading mission to the St. Lawrence River. He sailed to Tadoussac, at the mouth of the Saguenay River, a long time ...
Views: 2716 - The Amazing Christmas Markets in the United Kingdom - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2015 from Avril BettsChristmas is coming to town! Discover the best Christmas markets in the most beautiful destinations in the United Kingdom. Enjoy their Christmas decorations, their beautiful Christmas trees, the best places to find original Christmas gifts for the whole family in the best Christmas destinations ...
Views: 1180 - The Galapagos Islands - A History - by Submitted on May 12, 2011 from Avril BettsThe Galapagos Islands otherwise known a Archipielago de Colon are a group of volcanic islands distributed around the equator in both the northern and southern hemispheres in the eastern Pacific Ocean, 973 km off the west coast of South America. The closest land is Ecuador to which they belong. ...
Views: 1548 - The Halifax Citadel - Nova Scotia - Canada - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Avril BettsIn the British Empire, from its founding in 1749 until the 19th century, Halifax was one of 4 principal overseas naval stations. In order to defend the port the British built a series of fortifications in and around the port, a system known as the Halifax Defence complex. The current Citadel ...
Views: 1979 - The Province of Quebec - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2013 from Avril BettsQuebec is a Province with unique scenic wilderness and modern cities with old world charm. Quebec is divided into 20 tourist regions all full of interesting attractions and history, heritage, monuments, lighthouses, covered bridges and more. Each region covers an immense area of exceptional ...
Views: 1507 - The Quebec Winter Carnival - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2015 from Avril BettsTHE QUEBEC WINTER CARNIVAL The Québec Winter Carnival held annually in Quebec City in collaboration with Loto-Québec has existed for over 60 years. Taking place in late January to mid February each year. The habitants of New France created a rowdy annual celebration just before lent of ...
Views: 1502 - Tips for Avoiding the Crowds When Traveling - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2015 from Avril BettsWhen you go on holiday you are looking to your new surroundings to find relaxation and enjoyment away from the hustle and bustle of your everyday life. If your chosen destination is a hot tourist spot then you are likely to be overwhelmed by masses of tourists, noise and long line ups at your ...
Views: 1246 - Traditional German Christmas Markets - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2015 from Avril BettsIn Europe the Christmas Markets take over the town center, the market square, or the narrow, cobblestone streets and they all come alive in the dark of winter with festive decorated wooden stalls offering hot wine, regional food, Christmas decorations, sweet confections, toys, regional crafts ...
Views: 1162 - Travel Packing List and Tips - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2015 from Avril BettsPacking for any vacation requires considerable thought since decisions will undoubtedly be influenced by the vacation's length, itinerary, type, and your own personal lifestyles. The following is intended to provide a suggested checklist so you don't forget to pack items of importance. It ...
Views: 1386 - Valley of the Kings - Egypt - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Avril BettsThe Valley of the Kings is situated in Luxor (Thebes) on the West Bank of the Nile. The Pharoahs’ believed that as the sun rose in the East this is where life began and where it set in the West where life ended so all tombs where always on the West Bank of the Nile. The tombs are about 2 ...
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