All aboard – the Ark Hotel

January 18, 2011 By 1 Comment
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It looks like a cross between Noah's Ark and something out of a 1970s science-fiction film.The futuristic Ark Hotel has been designed to withstand floods caused by rising sea levels.The floating behemoth is a 'biosphere' conceived as a safe, self-contained haven in case of disaster. Boasting a green, self-sustaining environment for guests, the shell-shaped hotel would withstand tidal waves and other natural disasters.Architects say the Ark's shell-like construction of arches and cables evenly distribute weight so it is also invulnerable to earthquakes.The design uses solar panels and a … [Read more...]

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The Beauty of Kazakhstan from the Air

January 10, 2011 By 1 Comment
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Astana - the capital of the Republic of Kazakhstan (since December 10, 1997). The city's population of about 700 thousand people. The city is second in the country by population after the Alma-Ata. The city is located in northern Kazakhstan on the river Ishim in place of its closest approach to the river Nuroy. Astana - the coldest capital of the world, after Ulan Bator, the capital of Mongolia. Central Concert Hall "Kazakhstan" Retail and entertainment center "Khan Shatir" (Khan's Tent) Residence of the President of Kazakhstan "Ak Orda" From left … [Read more...]

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Top 10 Experiences in Jordan

January 7, 2011 By 2 Comments
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There are so many amazing sights to see in Jordan, here are the top ten experiences that will leave you wanting to return to this fascinating country again and again. Feeling the breezes at Wadi Mujib On your journey south along the famous King’s Highway through the Jordanian hills, the landscape is suddenly cleft by a gigantic canyon, almost half a mile deep and two-and-a-half miles across. This is Wadi Mujib, dubbed “Jordan’s Grand Canyon” – and it will take your breath away. Literally. Drifting through the Red Sea Jordan’s beach resort of Aqaba hosts … [Read more...]

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Beat the Winter Blues and Hire a Castle in January

January 5, 2011 By 2 Comments
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Why not get all the family together and go rent a castle for a week or long weekend or even have yourselves a relaxing romantic break in one of the smaller castles. After all the Festivities of Christmas, rushing to get presents and food for all the relatives, who are visiting your home at Christmas, then the New Years Celebrations that follow, don’t you think you deserve a little bit of luxury or even a bit of peace and quiet. These places would be ideal if you are planning a wedding or some kind of special celebration, or you just want to get away from it all, especially as some of these … [Read more...]

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Marc Crumpler landscapes

January 3, 2011 By 2 Comments
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Amazing Lightning Landscapes by Photographer Marc Crumpler Definition of Landscapes from Wikipedia: Landscape comprises the visible features of an area of land, including the physical elements of landforms, water bodies such as rivers, lakes and the sea, living elements of land cover including indigenous vegetation, human elements including land uses, buildings and structures, and transitory elements such as lighting and weather conditions. Combining both their physical origins and the cultural overlay of human presence, often … [Read more...]

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U.S. Traditional Christmas Decorations

December 29, 2010 By 3 Comments
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The U.S. has a good tradition - decorating the house for Christmas and New Year, giving the children Christmas and New Year mood. Look, look like sleeping areas in the Christmas-New Year period in American Houston (Texas). Have you been searching for a cute cookie dish for Christmas holiday decor? Looking everywhere for an Advent calendar to add to your Christmas home decorations? Exploring the stores Christmas tree decorations for the perfect Snowman? Your Christmas holiday decorations quest has finally ended! This section includes a … [Read more...]

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Lands End to John OGroats by Motorbike

December 28, 2010 By 2 Comments
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My Dad and his friend are planning to do this next year, maybe in the summer. It has always been one of their dreams, so I thought I would do a little research for my own curiosity and to give them a few ideas.They won’t of course be travelling the direct route via motorways etc, they will also be taking time to visit some places on the way and possibly even doing a walk or two. I have decided to write it up into an article for everyone who is thinking about doing this journey, just to give some tips and point out some lovely places to visit along the way. Lands End B & B , … [Read more...]

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The Center of my world Photography Series

December 23, 2010 By 2 Comments
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This self-portraits in the center of various landscapes, the photography that Jonas Fornerod gave special attention to natural and artificial lighting. Photography from Wikipedia: Photography is the process, activity and art of creating still pictures by recording radiation on a radiation-sensitive medium, such as a photographic film, or electronic image sensors. Photography uses foremost radiation in the UV, visible and near-IR spectrum. For common purposes the term light is used … [Read more...]

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Christmas tree lighting ceremony at Rockefeller Plaza

December 18, 2010 By 2 Comments
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November 30, the last day of autumn, a ceremony of lighting the main Christmas tree USA. Giant spruce height 22,5 m was installed at the central square of New York's Rockefeller Plaza in mid-November. It took workers several weeks to decorate this gigantic green beauty: a garland for decoration, used a length of 8 kilometers from the 30,000 light bulbs and eat the top capped a huge star from Swarovski crystals. The annual opening ceremony of the Christmas tree is an important tradition initiated by the 30's, during the Great Depression. How many years before, in the ceremony to light the … [Read more...]

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Top 10 Best Europes Ski Resorts

December 17, 2010 By 3 Comments
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When the topic of skiing gets mentioned its easy to imagine yourself transporting yourself away on a skiing adventure to the likes of the world famous Aspen or the French Alps in Switzerland to test your sporting skill. However, it seems that the well travelled and ski enthusiasts out there have been hiding a little secret from the rest of us. It just so happens that there are tons of places around Europe which offer amazing places to ski to rival these famous spots! The likes of Bulgaria and you would think the extremely unlikely Greece, are now becoming famed for their skiing … [Read more...]

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