During the 1940s, a new film genre started to emerge. The film noir genre flourished into life during the post war era in America, starting what was described as “the [...]
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Say Hello to a Fun-Filled Holiday
Planning your next great getaway can be tricky – you have to consider so many things, which include your flights, transfers, accommodations, entertainment options, and so much more. To relieve you from the headache of planning, however, you can go for a unique solution: all-inclusive packages. All-inclusive deals can be seen all over the world, [...]
The Hub – Changing Lives, Changing Futures
Bangkok sees a steady stream of travelers drawn in by its legendary hedonistic pleasures, ancient temples and chockablock markets. There are, of course, daily glimpses into Bangkok’s less-glamorous side; the beggar asleep in the doorway, the used needle in the kerb, the child begging. For too many, this is merely an annoyance, another hassle to [...]
Tooting: SW17 is Worth a Second Look
For those of you who are familiar with the Tooting area, you will know that it’s not the most happening of places when it comes to eating and drinking. And for those of you who have never heard of Tooting, I don’t blame you. Tooting gets over looked by its richer neighbours – Balham, Clapham [...]
One Love – Community, Circus, Change
“Community-led development” has become a bit of a buzzword in the NGO world, the Holy Grail, it would seem. More laudable, however, is “community-initiated,” especially when the people leading the change are children. In 1998, a group of children in the Ethiopian city of Awassa began to practice circus. They practiced with an untiring dedication [...]
Cottage Self Catering: An Excellent Option
Cottage self catering an excellent option There are many accommodation options for a family wanting to go on holiday. Some people prefer a hotel; it is a chance for mum to forget cooking and washing up for a couple of weeks. However, eating in the same hotel every night can be a little boring. There [...]
When in Rome…
It’s fair to say that Rome is one of Europe’s most in-demand cities right now, making the headlines for the new Pope, Francis. There’s no better time to visit the Eternal City and see it all for yourself on a short break to Rome. Iconic Ruins and Historical Sites Grab yourself a Roma Pass (€30) [...]
The Nightie: India’s Go-To Outfit
Like it or not, what we wear defines us- what we do, how much we earn, what music we listen to, young, old, off to the shops or out for a night on the town. Even so called wardrobe staples come in a bemusing array and will inevitably be shunned by one group or other. [...]
How Many Theme Parks Does Florida Have?
How Many Theme Parks Does Florida Have? There are three words that you will see together quite often. Care to guess what those three words might be? Those three words are Florida and theme parks. You may even see these three words together more often than you will see meat and pie. Have you ever [...]
Importance of Online Bookings for the Yacht Charter
Greece is undoubtedly an country where you can really enjoy seeing many different monuments, locations, as well as many of its awesome beaches. It is in the summers that place becomes abundant in tourists as it provides to the tourists with its awesome beaches and other fun activities. Advantages Of Booking Your Kroatien Yacht Charter [...]
Travel Series Germany – Dresden
Recently, I reported on the city of Leipzig as a travel destination. This week, City Connect is proud to present the world-famous Baroque city of Dresden, one of the culturally richest cities in the Western world. Dresden is about 800 years old and is the capital of the German federal state of Saxony situated at [...]
Villas in Tuscany
This week our guest writer Kristen Jonnes writes about villas in Tuscany/Italy: Villas in Tuscany for facilitating the different objectives of your travelling plan Apart from the zealous contribution of the region to the cause of tourism; the villas in Tuscany also testify to its socio cultural clime- the one responsible for abetting tourism along with [...]
Dhampur – Dinner is Served!
If you’ve heard of Dhampur, India at all, you’re probably thinking either ‘sugar mill’ or ‘don’t go out at night.” Chances are, you haven’t heard of Dhampur. Six long hours from Delhi, Dhampur hosts a bustlingly market, a sugar mill, some schools, lots of fields of sugar cane, and little else. Unless you are a [...]
Portugal’s Algarve – More Than Just Sun, Sea & Sand
It may be known for its beautiful Blue Flag beaches and an incredible 300 days of sunshine per year, but there’s so much more to Portugal’s Algarve region than sun and sand. The southern coastline is a real haven for those of you who need to de-stress and unwind on holiday, whether that means hitting [...]
The Wonders of Rishikesh
Whether it’s spiritual enlightenment, the swinging sixties or serious stretching, Rishikesh has long-drawn tourists and pilgrims from all over the world. Rishikesh is an obvious stop on the tourist travel- India compressed into one town: markets, ashrams, Ghats, picturesque mountains and a frightening abundance of monkeys. Rishikesh’s reputation as a holy city brings thousands of people [...]
Travel Series Germany – Leipzig
Previously, I reported on the German city of Karlsruhe as a recommendation for an ideal city break. This week our travel series Germany will feature the East German city of Leipzig. The city is situated in the federal state of Saxony and has currently about half a million inhabitants, comparable to Glasgow in size and [...]
Nanital – Summer’s Winter Wonderland
Even with today’s high-tech fabrics, isotonic sports drinks, and ready supply of ice, India is hot. This year regularly saw record-breaking temperatures close schools and bring towns to a sweaty standstill. Is it any surprise then that India’s cool hill stations have long since been a favourite weekend getaway? Lake Nanital is Delhi’s closest hill [...]
India’s Ashrams
“So priketh hem nature in hir corages/Than longen folk to goon on pilgrimages.” Chaucer, of course, wasn’t speaking about India when he wrote his famous tales. But every year, millions heed the call and go forth across India in search of Gods and hopes. For many, bathing in the Ganges or receiving a blessing at [...]
Holiday in Haridwar
Located 32 km from the more famous Rishikesh, Haridwar is often merely a side trip on many Western traveller’s agendas. Bustling with temples, markets and rich historical past, it is a town more than worthy of its own distinction. For many, Haridwar’s primary attraction is its profoundly religious significance. Known as Mayapuri Kshetra, it was [...]
Art Deco in Amsterdam
Amsterdam’s artisan design movement today could be seen as an extension of its Art Deco past. Once home to Dutch Art Deco movement’s forerunner – Jan Torooper, his influence can be seen everywhere. Torooper was born and part-raised in former Dutch colony of Indonesia. His influence, and Indonesian past can be found in minute detail [...]
Mt Abu: In Search of the Eccentric, Esoteric and Enlighted
Bearing the unique distinction of being the Rajasthan desert’s only hill station, Mt. Abu emerges from the sweltering desert as a cool oasis. With its picturesque lake, famed sunsets, and abundance of temples, it is a favoured tourist spots for people across India. For many, it is where they will spend one of the most [...]
Talad Rot Fai: Bangkok’s Hippest Market
For the hip young things, Bangkok’s Chatacak market is old news. Overpriced, crawling with sweaty tourists and baby bunnies in tutus, swelteringly hot, row on row of the same stuff all held in a purpose built market. And, let’s be honest, a purpose built market? Who does that these days? If you’re all about the [...]
The Australian Outback Experience
Stark red earth, the dry gray-green of stunted plants, kangaroos and unending flat, disorienting planes; I doubt I am alone in these images of the Outback, culled from postcards, films and friends’ Facebook albums. But after a year of record rains, this is a land transformed. Blanked in thorny shrubs, frosty salt brush, and leafy [...]
Bagan: Burma’s Ancient City in Modern Myanmar
Thirteen centuries ago, the ancient kingdom of Pagan was the first to unify what we now know as Burma/Myanmar. At the kingdom’s height, the capital of Pagan was prosperous, deeply religious and a nexus of trade and learning. From 1044-1287, the wealthy citizens and their rulers built over 10,000 religious monuments in an area of [...]
ATD Fourth World: Empowerment, Change & Community
ATD Fourth World operates in twenty-five countries worldwide, championing the cause of the most vulnerable and impoverished with dedication, compassion and a human rights based approach. From its 100,000 members worldwide to its permanent delegation to the European Union, ATD Fourth World addresses the challenge of poverty on every level. ATD Fourth World believes it [...]
Burmese New Year: Happy Thingyan 2556!
The New Year is often seen as a time for new beginnings, gathering of friends, merriment and good tidings. In England, of course, it’s a night to shiver in sparkly dresses and watch the sky come to life with fireworks. Life grounds to a standstill as revellers take to the streets, pubs and parties. Families [...]
Let’s Go Punting
A list of the Top 3 Things To Do on a visit to Cambridge would probably include looking round King’s College chapel, seeing The Backs and going punting. Having lived in Cambridge for over a decade now, I occasionally find myself becoming rather blase about the city’s charms – before a trip to the historic [...]
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Can’t Sleep?
Sleep problems afflict more and more people in the developed world. Conventionally, sleep issues has not been seen as critical to health, as they are rarely a direct cause of [...]
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Choosing the Right Duvet for Summer
June has been colder than usual this year but as the weather hopefully warms up, it will be time to say goodbye to the heavier autumn/winter duvets we’ve been snuggling [...]
Relationships
How to Survive the Honeymoon Period
“The most important ingredient we put into any relationship is not what we say or what we do, but what we are.”(Stephen R.Covey)
Every day the papers are overpopulated with stories of unfaithfulness, impending divorces and [...]
