Saturday, December 31, 2011
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Thursday, December 29, 2011
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
Celebrate New Year's in Belgrade
31 December: New Year's Celebration
Belgrade has a great heart which is open every year to those who are the most in need of love, attention, but also money. This year money will be raised for the city of Kraljevo, which was damaged by earthquake this year. On January 1st, from noon to early evening, in Makedonska and Svetogorska streets, actors and musicians, acrobats and singers offer a rich humanitarian programme. The manifestation "Street of Open Hearts" has been organised since 1988, when actors from nearby Atelje 212 Theatre wanted to cook food at the Serbian Café and to serve it to all those who had served them during the other days of the year.
Organised celebration on the main city squares and streets, with live music and fireworks. All restaurants and discos prepare special programmes. Due to a great number of foreign visitors, it is best to book a hotel room at least one month before the holidays.
Belgrade has a great heart which is open every year to those who are the most in need of love, attention, but also money. This year money will be raised for the city of Kraljevo, which was damaged by earthquake this year. On January 1st, from noon to early evening, in Makedonska and Svetogorska streets, actors and musicians, acrobats and singers offer a rich humanitarian programme. The manifestation "Street of Open Hearts" has been organised since 1988, when actors from nearby Atelje 212 Theatre wanted to cook food at the Serbian Café and to serve it to all those who had served them during the other days of the year.
Tuesday, December 27, 2011
Monday, December 26, 2011
TGV, the Train a Grande Vitesse
TGV, the ‘Train à Grande Vitesse’ is the fastest way to travel to more than 1400 destinations in Europe. With record-breaking speeds of up to 320 km/h, whether your destination is on the other side of France or beyond the borders you’ll reach it in just a few hours, and with magnificent views of the French countryside.
The electric, high-speed TGV, operated by SNCF, transports over 130 million passengers to their destinations every year. The total number since the service began in 1981 is expected to reach 2 billion in 2010, second only to Japan’s Shinkansen train. France is, quite rightly, very proud of its bullet train service!
The TGV network
Within France TGV trains connect 150 major cities and towns. Example train durations are given below:| Journey | Travel time |
|---|---|
| Paris – Reims | 0 h 45 |
| Paris – Nantes | 2 h 01 |
| Paris – Strasbourg | 2 h 20 |
| Paris – Avignon | 2 h 40 |
| Lille – Lyon | 2 h 55 |
| Paris – Bordeaux | 3 h 00 |
| Paris CDG – Marseille | 3 h 34 |
TGV trains also connect France with Belgium, Switzerland and Germany where you can continue your journey with other European high-speed services and rail networks.
Many of the TGV stations are architecturally outstanding; if you have time go outside and take a look at the exteriors. The Gare du Nord, Milano Centrale and Amsterdam Centraal are just a few of the network highlights.
Check-in & boarding
All TGV train journeys must be reserved beforehand, most tickets are available up to 60 days previously, or they can be reserved in the station before you board.
Make sure to validate your ticket using the yellow stamp machines, or composteurs, on the platforms before you board the train.
There are usually two steps up to the carriage so make sure you can lift your luggage, or find a friendly passenger to help.
Fashion king Christian Lacroix designed the interiors of the newest TGV trains, so expect to be impressed.Suddenly you see!
On some routes, the double-decker TGV Duplex trains offer an even better view of the passing countryside whilst at high speed.Aboard TGV trains, comfort is not a legend
With the TGV, only the train goes at high speed: you travel in peace and quiet with your family and benefit from the comfort of large seats and all of the services onboard. Upgrade to First class!
| Paris CDG – Brussels | 1h 14 |
| Avignon – Geneva | 2h 53 |
| Paris – Stutgart | 3h 40 |
Sunday, December 25, 2011
Where to go - Majorca holidays
Search for Majorca holidays and book online with confidence with The Co-operative Travel. Majorca is the largest of the Mediterranean Balearic Islands and one of the most popular destinations for all sorts of UK holidaymakers. Families, especially those with small children, are well catered for as are singles and couples of all ages on Majorca holidays.
Package holidays to Majorca have been around almost as long as the travel industry and the island has welcomed tourists for well over 50 years; its continuing popularity is testament to its universal appeal. The traditional triple attractions of sun, sand and sangria certainly help along with modern additions such as fantastic, well-equipped hotels and water parks.
Moving And Living In Spain
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Top Rated Hotels - Mauna Kea Beach
Hawaii, Big Island, Mauna Kea Beach Hotel
Founded by Laurance S. Rockefeller in 1965, The Mauna Kea Beach Hotel is a landmark of luxury on the Big Island's sunny Kohala Coast. Following $150 million in recent repairs and renovation, The Mauna Kea Beach Hotel features exceptional restaurants, the legendary Mauna Kea championship golf course, gracious guestrooms, and a timeless tradition of aloha. Set along the natural white sand of beautiful Kauna'oa Beach, this is Hawaii at its finest.
62-100 Mauna Kea Kohala Coast, HI 96743
Directions:
Directions from Keahole-Kona International Airport (KOA) to Mauna Kea Beach Hotel:
As you leave the Airport, turn left onto Queen Kaahumanu Highway 19, heading toward Kawaihae. Drive north about 27 miles, approximately 30 minutes. Half-way point: after about 15 minutes you will come to a stoplight (near the Waikoloa Resort area), from this point you are half way there. 2-mile landmark: look for the signs for the small town of Puako (from this turn off you are about 2 miles from the hotel entrance). 1-mile landmark: You'll pass the state highway sign for Hapuna Beach State Park, go over the overpass and look for the entrance to Mauna Kea Beach Hotel approximately one mile past this mark. On the left side of the highway, you'll see a lava rock wall with "Mauna Kea" on the side. As you turn into the driveway, you'll approach our gatehouse and our staff will direct you to the hotel.
Transportation:
Airport Transfer
Car Rental
Taxi
Founded by Laurance S. Rockefeller in 1965, The Mauna Kea Beach Hotel is a landmark of luxury on the Big Island's sunny Kohala Coast. Following $150 million in recent repairs and renovation, The Mauna Kea Beach Hotel features exceptional restaurants, the legendary Mauna Kea championship golf course, gracious guestrooms, and a timeless tradition of aloha. Set along the natural white sand of beautiful Kauna'oa Beach, this is Hawaii at its finest.
Directions:
Directions from Keahole-Kona International Airport (KOA) to Mauna Kea Beach Hotel:
As you leave the Airport, turn left onto Queen Kaahumanu Highway 19, heading toward Kawaihae. Drive north about 27 miles, approximately 30 minutes. Half-way point: after about 15 minutes you will come to a stoplight (near the Waikoloa Resort area), from this point you are half way there. 2-mile landmark: look for the signs for the small town of Puako (from this turn off you are about 2 miles from the hotel entrance). 1-mile landmark: You'll pass the state highway sign for Hapuna Beach State Park, go over the overpass and look for the entrance to Mauna Kea Beach Hotel approximately one mile past this mark. On the left side of the highway, you'll see a lava rock wall with "Mauna Kea" on the side. As you turn into the driveway, you'll approach our gatehouse and our staff will direct you to the hotel.
Transportation:
Airport Transfer
Car Rental
Taxi
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