Prince William of Windsor Royal Family
Posted on August 17, 2009 - Filed Under Arts & Culture, Travel | Leave a Comment
Windsor, England is very well known for its beautiful castle. The name Windsor itself, is also strongly associated with Great Britain’s current royal family. Queen Elizabeth II is the current reigning British monarch. Her son, Prince Charles has been the long standing heir apparent, and his eldest son Prince William follows after him. The chance [...]
Read More..>>Dining at the US Open
Posted on August 17, 2009 - Filed Under Dining, Entertainment, Sports | Leave a Comment
If you have decided to make your way out to the New York City area this year for the US Open tennis tournament, there are many things you need to take into consideration. Where you are going to stay and what you are going to eat is going to be top on the list of [...]
Read More..>>The Diversity of the Channel Islands
Posted on August 13, 2009 - Filed Under Arts & Culture, Travel | Leave a Comment
Jersey is one of the Channel Islands that sit off the coast of France, however they are part of Great Britain. This fact has been considered an anomaly throughout history as the islands Alderney, Guernsey, Jersey, Herm and Sark are not under legal administration of the United Kingdom, as other regions are administered via the [...]
Read More..>>Chinese New Year in Cardiff
Posted on August 12, 2009 - Filed Under Arts & Culture, Travel | Leave a Comment
Participating in my first Chinese New Year celebration was actually really enlightening. The Chinese celebrate the New Year later than the rest of the world. I was staying a week in a Cardiff Hotel where I accidental came across one of the largest Chinese celebrations of its kind in Wales. I was stunned really. Wales [...]
Read More..>>Jersey, the Largest of the Channel Islands
Posted on August 11, 2009 - Filed Under Travel | Leave a Comment
The Channel Islands are located just a few miles off of the coast of France. They belonged to the Normandy until 1066, when they were taken by the British army. During the second World War they were occupied by the German forces. Today both French and English are the languages used by those living on [...]
Read More..>>A different take on Bristol
Posted on August 7, 2009 - Filed Under Travel | Leave a Comment
I’ve been to Bristol many time on business trips and during those trips managed to take the most available common tours for tourist. But, this time, during my stay at a Bristol Hotel, and not on business, I’m going to explore on my own and find out some alternative points of interest. I love museums, [...]
Read More..>>Buxton Caving
Posted on August 6, 2009 - Filed Under Travel | Leave a Comment
I’m a caver, I explore caves. On this years trip, I’m exploring the Thirst House Cave which is not far from Buxton in Derbyshire. I booked a room, a year in advance I might add, at one of the Buxton Hotels, because this ensures I will, through out the year, make plans that lead up [...]
Read More..>>State Fair is Major Event in Most States
Posted on August 5, 2009 - Filed Under Entertainment | Leave a Comment
Cities all across the nation have many annual activities and events that celebrate their particular history and unique vision and national pride. Along with this, the states themselves will hold annual fairs that draw attendees from across the land to experience the food, games, rides and entertainment events that are included. State Fairs have along [...]
Read More..>>Pittsburgh Steelers One of the Oldest Sports Teams
Posted on August 5, 2009 - Filed Under Sports | Leave a Comment
The Pittsburgh Steelers won the 2008 Super Bowl against the Arizona Cardinals. Since they were initially founded in 1933 they have been something of a fan based controversial team and are either loved or hated by most football enthusiasts. However, this has not stopped them from winning the most Super Bowl titles than any other [...]
Read More..>>Sundance Festival is a Major US Event
Posted on August 4, 2009 - Filed Under Arts & Culture | Leave a Comment
The Sundance Film Festival is the largest independent film festival that is based in the United States. It takes place every year in the state of Utah. It began in 1978 with the intention of attracting more attention to Utah for filmmakers. It has certainly succeeded in putting Utah on the map of significant film [...]
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