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Posted on: 05 November, 2005

Author: Jakob Jelling

The Rias Altas in Spain

The Rias Altas located in Spain are part of a group of larger formations spread within the coast of Galicia, conformed by the Rias Altas and the Rias Bajas. The Rias are estuaries origin when sea levels rise as well as they can be created by other geographical factors. The rias in Galicia where formed after he Ice Age after the sea level rose and gave shape to several indentations or estuaries throughout the coast line in this area. The Rias, in Galicia, are considered to be among the main fishing areas in the world. Due to their nature, the...

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Posted on: 23 October, 2005

Author: Jakob Jelling

Tarazona

Because it was built at the foot of the Moncayo Mountain, there was little flat land to build upon anyway.  The kings of Aragon lived here once. The Romans, as in most places in Spain, predated t... Because it was built at the foot of the Moncayo Mountain, there was little flat land to build upon anyway.  The kings of Aragon lived here once. The Romans, as in most places in Spain, predated them. Today you can stroll the medieval streets fronted with tall facades in the barrios of the town. Tarazona's Gothic cathedral, started in the 12th century and...

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Posted on: 22 October, 2005

Author: Jay Moncliff

Stay at a Five Star Prague Hotel

If you are planning a visit to Prague there are many excellent, top quality hotels to chose from. Five star ratings abound in this historic city. The Hotel Le Palais is one of the five store properties in Prague.  This beautiful property is a fine example of belle epoch architecture and has been lovingly restored with historical accuracy.  Several portions of the structure are classified as historical buildings.  This fine example of 19th century design will provide a lovely backdrop for your luxury visit to Prague.  There are 60 rooms, all with updated bathrooms for your enjoyment.  Another 12 elegant...

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Posted on: 25 September, 2005

Author: Jay Moncliff

Finding Cheap Hotel Rates

The days of showing up at a hotel and paying whatever price is posted are over simply because it is so easy to find cheap and discounted hotel rates online. Some people still call up a hotel to make reservations and pay whatever the rate is, however people are wising up to the many cheap hotel rates to be found online and since saving money is always a motivating factor many people are shopping and booking online and as a result are receiving cheap hotel rates for the same room in the same hotel for the same dates. What you...

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Posted on: 22 September, 2005

Author: Jakob Jelling

Monaco

Monaco isn’t quite part of France, but it may as well be. It’s a principality ruled over by a prince, and is located in the middle of the Cote d’Azur, also called the French Riviera. Nice is only nine miles west, and Italy is about five miles to the east. Monaco consists of several hills and a peninsula that juts south into the Mediterranean, and its total area is less than one square mile. But in that square mile is some of the most expensive and luxurious property in the world. With beaches, beautiful views of the sea and mountains,...

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Posted on: 22 September, 2005

Author: Jakob Jelling

The elegant Chaillot Quarter

From that time on, Chaillot Quarter became a very important part of Paris and one of the most visited ones. This neighborhood is one of the most elegant of the entire city and one which contains some ... From that time on, Chaillot Quarter became a very important part of Paris and one of the most visited ones. This neighborhood is one of the most elegant of the entire city and one which contains some of the most luxurious and biggest mansions as well. While being in the area of Chaillot Quarters, visitors could meet many interesting places, such as...

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Posted on: 22 September, 2005

Author: Jakob Jelling

An approach to French art

France and art are both strongly attached to each other and it would not be possible to think of world art without thinking of France or think or Frances main characteristics without thinking of art. ... France and art are both strongly attached to each other and it would not be possible to think of world art without thinking of France or think or Frances main characteristics without thinking of art. French art has had a very important influence not only in the French culture but also in the rest of the world. The importance of art in France can...

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Posted on: 20 September, 2005

Author: Jakob Jelling

Spanish beaches - A perfect place for relaxing

These coast lines offer a great variety of different spots and beautiful beaches, some of them visited year around by people from many different spots of the world. One of the most visited coast line... These coast lines offer a great variety of different spots and beautiful beaches, some of them visited year around by people from many different spots of the world. One of the most visited coast line areas in Spain is the Costa del Sol, meaning the sun coast. Costa del Sol contains a group of amazing beaches which go from the southern area of Spain to...

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Posted on: 13 September, 2005

Author: Jakob Jelling

Granville, a great summer resort

This town, located in the region of Normandy, is constantly receiving visitors from the entire world as well as from France since it is ideal for relaxing and spending a great vacation. The town of G... This town, located in the region of Normandy, is constantly receiving visitors from the entire world as well as from France since it is ideal for relaxing and spending a great vacation. The town of Granville has been considered a great summer resort and tourism spot since the XIX century. Although it always has been seen as a very beautiful spot and has received...

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Posted on: 13 September, 2005

Author: Donald Saunders

Jet Lag – Coping on arrival at your destination

Although many people are aware of the problem of jet lag and make adequate preparation to combat it both before and during their flight, the need to take action to counter its effects after arrival at your destination is also vitally important.  This article looks at just some ideas for coping with jet lag following your flight. With the best preparation in the world before leaving home, and having taken a few simple precautions during your flight, you will inevitably suffer the effects of jet lag, unless you also continue your "no jet lag" plan once you arrive at your...

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