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Discounts, heat fuel August US retail sales beat
Discounts, heat fuel August US retail sales beat
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U.S. Stocks Rise to Extend Biggest S&P 500 Advance Since July
U.S. stocks rose, with the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index building on its biggest rally in almost two months, after retail sales improved, initial jobless claims fell and pending home sales unexpectedly increased.
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Question by Kiké: What are some holidays that are celebrated in Portugal that are only celebrated in Portugal?
I’m doing a report on Portugal and I need 5 holidays that are only celebrated in Portugal.

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Answer by Heterónimo
Well,

25th of April, Carnation Revolution of 1974 that ended 50 years of fascism.

1st of December, 1640, when Portugal re-gained independence from Spain.

10th of June, Portugal day, also celebrates our biggest poet, Camões.

5 October, 1910, when Portugal became a Republic

and that’s it, all other national holidays are catholic and are also celebrated in other countries.

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Shoppers show their staying power in August
Consumer spending may have some staying power, as several retailers’ August sales beat expectations, helped by increased promotions, tax-free holidays and a pickup in back-to-school sales.
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Discounts, heat fuel August retail sales beat
U.S. retailers posted sales that beat modest expectations in August as consumers sought out bargains during the key back-to-school selling season.
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Question by yep: Group Teen Holidays South Wales?
Group of 10 teen girls, aged 16-17, looking for reasonably priced holiday, with facilities near towns, preferrably a holiday park with night clubs kind of thing. Near or in South Wales UK. x

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Answer by CαяOlιηα
Tenby, Pembrokeshire.
Porthcawl.
Butlins, alothough I think it’s in England. But still good.

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Defining standards for three-star hotels
Tourists are becoming increasingly de mand ing on how and where to spend their hard-earned money and will not put up with incoherent service providers. This is particularly relevant for Malta, one of the EU countries depending most heavily on income from tourism.
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After Caravaggio exhibition by Olaug Vethal
In June 2004, Olaug Vethal went through a passage of interpreting Caravaggio’s artworks. These artworks are to be exhibited at the Malta Maritime Museum, Vittoriosa seafront, in Birgu until 29th September 2010. As Olaug Vethal had put it “My pictures are all about life and after life, where we are now and where we cannot go. [...]
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LONDON TODAY:
Narrow down your options: Below is a full list of everything that is happening in London tomorrow. Click on the links below to take you to the area you are most interested in.
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Question by LiLo: Spain holidays?
Hi. Does anybody know any really good website where I can book a cheap holiday to Spain?

I have about £300 to blow For me and my husband. Something romantic, I’d like to suprise him.

Thanks

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Answer by suoomdee
http://money-moneyloan.blogspot.com

http://havelaw.blogspot.com

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Germany’s popularity among GCC travellers unabated
Dubai, 01 September 2010 – The number of overnight stays by GCC nationals in Germany increased by 16.4% during the first five months of 2010. During this time 243,759 overnight stays were recorded.
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Second Edition Cycling News, Friday, August 27, 2010
Andy Schleck (Saxo Bank) has claimed that he was neither surprised nor disappointed when Bjarne Riis signed Alberto Contador as his replacement for 2011. Speaking to Luxembourg newspaper Le Quotidien , Schleck also voiced his doubts that Riis and Contador would be capable of working well together.
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Question by sammy d: holiday recipes from Austria. However not for christmas or easter i need a different holiday with diff recipes
Please tell me some holidays from austria except christmas and easter…..and please tell me some recipes that go with them

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Answer by firefly
Pavlova

The Pavlova is a dessert invented in Australia and named are the great ballet dancer Anna Pavlova. Pavlova is a wonderful summer holiday dessert – and therefore makes a regular appearnace on many Australian Christmas menus.:

3 egg whites
1 pinch of salt
3/4 cup of castor sugar
1/4 cup of white sugar
1 tablespoon of cornflour
1 teaspoon of lemon juice
300 ml / ½ pints of cream
kiwifruit or strawberries for garnish

Preheat the oven to 150°C, 300°F or gas mark 2 (the temperature is reduced for baking). Beat the egg whites to a foam, add the salt and beat until soft peaks form which fold over when the beater is removed. Slowly beat in the castor sugar, beating well after each addition. Keep beating until the mixture is stiff and the peaks stand up when the beater is removed. Mix together the white sugar and cornflour. Lightly fold into the meringue with the lemon juice.

Line an oven tray with baking paper. Spread the meringue into a circle and pipe a decoration around the edge or swirl with a spoon if desired. Bake in a cool oven (80°C or 180°F) for 2 to 2½ hours. Turn off the heat and leave in the oven overnight to cool.

Top with whipped cream and decorate with sliced kiwifruit, sliced strawberries, passionfruit, or just about any tropical fruit, just before serving.

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The autumn hot list 2010
From the hip-hop artist who scares Kanye West to the funniest teens on the telly and the launch of Tom Ford’s must-have womenswear label, here are 20 highlights for the next season 1. Celebrity offspring It’s easy to be envious of second-generation celebrities. Not only do their genes mean that without even trying they look vaguely famous, but they also get an unfair leg-up when it comes to …
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In B&Q they cost 20p. So why does the NHS spend £99 for a screw to put in your hip?
In a damning expose, a medical sales rep, under the cover of anonymity, talks to VICTORIA ­LAMBERT about the used-car-sales ­tactics of ­companies which make millions from the NHS.
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UK & Europe Trail Emerging Economies on Expat Finances
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Holidaypedia: I know what you did this summer …
Here, at long last, The Holidaypedia, all the facts and figures you need to know about family summer holidays and the subsequent ordeal of returning to work – unless, of course, you were coerced into the hell that is the water park at Le Touquet, in which case returning to work will seem like a breeze and a delight and if you wish to kiss your desk and embrace it, everyone will understand.
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HAVAS : Strong increase in Net income, Group share of +22.5%
SURESNES CEDEX, FRANCE–(Marketwire – August 31, 2010) – 2010 First Half Results
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Question by Save the World: Abort a Baby: Don’t you think we should banish holidays like communist Russia?
every year i see more and more dollar signs, advertisements, and people acting like tools. Don’t you think we’d be better off without these obstacles blocking our path to truth and glory?

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Answer by JayJay
Absolutely! I hate holidays.. Its just a gimmick..what the heck are we truly celebrating anyways.!

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University of Colorado Helps NASA Decommission Satellite
University of Colorado at Boulder undergraduates, who have been helping to control five NASA satellites from campus, participated in the unusual decommissioning of a functioning satellite with a failed science payload in recent days, bringing the craft into Earth re-entry to burn up yesterday.The satellite, known as the Ice, Cloud and Land Elevation Satellite, or ICESat, orbited Earth for seven …
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Students help NASA decommission satellite
Undergraduate students, who have been helping to control five NASA satellites, participated in the unusual decommissioning of a functioning satellite with a failed science payload in recent days, bringing the craft into Earth re-entry to burn up.
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University of Colorado students, staff help NASA decommission satellite
University of Colorado at Boulder undergraduates, who have been helping to control five NASA satellites from campus, participated in the unusual decommissioning of a functioning satellite with a failed science payload in recent days, bringing the craft into Earth re-entry to burn up yesterday.
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Turkey’s Riviera To Host Europe’s Industry ‘Night Of The Year’
The Rixos Premium Belek, Antalya on the Turkish Riviera has been chosen to host Europe’s most important travel and tourism awards. The continent’s leading travel companies, operators and destinations are battling it out to be crowned the best of them all.
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UK economists have cause to be cheerful
Don’t panic. Fears that the United States might fall back into recession pushed London’s FTSE 100 to a seven-week low last Wednesday, but City bigwigs can return from their August holidays at their most optimistic since the pre-credit…
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IHG offers to pay airline checked-bag fees
InterContinental Hotels Group has chosen to reward its guests by reimbursing checked baggage fees charged by many U.S. airlines.
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Delhiites in a mood for vacations during Games?
Senior Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar may not be the only one opting to stay the “hell out of the country” during the Commonwealth Games as many Delhiites are planning vacations abroad, especially to south-east Asia and Europe, during the October mega event.
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Copyright Universal Music Group. I posted this video because there wasn’t any with good sound quality and I love it so much.
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Bløf and Counting Crows performing ‘Holiday in Spain’ live at Top of the Pops Netherlands.

Question by Ehab: Do I need a visa to visit the British Virgin Islands?
Hi..I’m from Saudi Arabia and I study in the UK with a student visa…I have a holiday now and I thought I should check the British Virgin Islands…do I need another visa or can I go there using my UK student visa??

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Answer by V.I CHICK 4 LIFE
NO YOUR GOOD.

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Tax cheats as sailboat owners become billion Italy dragnet
Mario Calabrese fumes as he stands near his 10-meter (33 feet) sailboat docked at the Rome Harbor where, days earlier, 20 inspectors swept through the port searching for well-heeled tax cheats.
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Victor Fehrenbach’s Sister on DADT
In the latest letter from a Servicemembers Legal Defense Network campaign, Angela Trumbauer, sister to Lt. Col. Victor Fehrenbach, writes about how the “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy hurts their family.
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Cresta Launches Dedicated Christmas Markets And Winter Breaks Brochure
The UK’s leading short breaks provider Cresta has launched its new edition Christmas Markets and Winter Breaks brochure for 2010/11.
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‘My team are not ready to face Inter or Chelsea,’ says Jose
After the whirlwind comes the deep depression. Jose Mourinho swept imperiously into Real Madrid two months ago but failure to get what he wanted in the transfer market has left him dreading being paired with an English team in today’s Champions League draw.
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UK Roads To Be Jam Packed This Bank Holiday, says RAC
Motorists advised to plan in advance of travelling on one of the busiest weekends of the year
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The remarkable Mrs Rhodes
When Lee Rhodes first landed on these shores, Europe was recovering from the horrors of World War I, a young agitator named Adolf Hitler had just been imprisoned, prohibition was in full swing in the US, the Wall Street crash was still five years away, King Vajiravudh (Rama VI) was this nation’s reigning monarch and Thailand was known officially around the world as Siam.
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Business & Finance
International bond market roundup – Yesterday, 10:46 Goldman Sachs Goldman Sachs Group Inc., the bank with the biggest trading profits on Wall Street, is losing market share underwriting corporate…
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ANALYSIS-US Mideast wheat sales to surge as EU sells out
ANALYSIS-US Mideast wheat sales to surge as EU sells out
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Question by cowboy: Cyprus Holidays?
I believe Cyprus now has the Euro,has anyone been there recently.
If so are the Meals and Drinks expensive.
I intend to go to Paphos in October can I expect the weather to be warm.

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Answer by Ian M
October is a good choice.

You will have missed the stifling heat of mid summer, expect temperatures in the low 30C range in the afternoon falling to about 20C overnight, humidity will also be lower. Best yet is that the lager lout tourists will have gone home.

Meals and drinks are considerably cheaper than the UK expect to save about 50% compared to UK prices.

Ian M

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The New Religious Intolerance
Throughout the U.S. and Europe prejudice against Muslims is reaching a fever pitch. How might this poisonous trend be stopped?
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Tiffany view a cloudy one
Tiffany gave a cloudy forecast for the fall and holidays, taking some of the luster off its shares. The New York jeweler — famous for the robin’s-egg-blue boxes that house its pricey trinkets — reported a 19-percent jump in second-quarter profit. But sales rose less than expected, and the…
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Question by Stormbash: When does the school holidays in germany start?
when in the year do they have school holidays

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Answer by blue_daffodil2005
There are different times for every federal state

http://www.sellpage.de/ferter_03.htm

Found a page in English:

http://www.deutschland.de/aufeinenblick/ferientermine.php?lang=2

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Question by Andrea: How do people in Northern Ireland celbrate holidays?
What holidays are there?
& how do you celebrate them.
..or if they celebrate them kind of like we do in the US…

anything helps.
thanks.
alright but the main thing i need to know is how they’re celebrated?
alright but the main thing i need to know is how they’re celebrated?

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Answer by buttercup
Northern Ireland observes some of the same holidays. This is the full list:

New Year’s Day(January 1st)*
St. Patrick’s Day (March 17th)*
Good Friday (2009: April 10th, 2010: April 2nd, 2011 April 22nd)
Easter Monday(2009: April 13th, 2010: April 5th, 2011 April 25th)
May Bank Holiday (First Monday in May)
Spring Bank Holiday (Last Monday in May)
Battle of the Boyne (July 12th)*
Summer Bank Holiday (Last Monday in August)
Christmas Day (December 25th)*
Boxing Day (December 26th)*

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Travel cos come out with special packages for Oct
A large number of city residents — not wanting to be in the city during the Games — are booking holiday packages.
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Barnes & Noble posts 1Q loss, cuts annual guidance
Barnes & Noble Inc. posted a first-quarter loss on legal expenses related to its proxy fight with billionaire financier Ron Burkle and cut its annual earnings outlook on costs related to the fight.
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President Barack Obama invoked Christian and Jewish holidays on Saturday to urge nations to confront together the challenges he saw firsthand during last week’s marathon trip to Europe. (April 11)
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The game was released in Europe just yesterday, as I’m sure all you European subscribers are very much aware of, and I took a road trip to Valhalla! It’s Naughty or Nice Day, so to celebrate I brought some pitfalls. }:D Naughty or Nice Day is a holiday in the European game only and I got a nice stocking from Tortimer. There are also exclusive holidays in Japan, South Korea, etc. forums.the-bell-tree.com edit Oh and this holiday is the 5th in Austrlia =)
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The Paul Ubana Jones Interview
Last week we looked at Paul Ubana Jones’s upcoming gig at Downstage Theatre . And if you click on that link it will provide the information about the show this Sunday, some links to songs and to albums and I shared some of my experiences seeing Ubana Jones play; meeting Paul. And several readers shared their experiences and impressions too.
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Greek Island Holidaymakers Experience Record Temperatures This Summer
The heat-wave gripping Eastern Europe and the Mediterranean this summer reaches its peak this August, causing the Greek Health Ministry to issue advice to travellers.
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Gardeners’ Dirt: Window boxes and wall planters add curb appeal
My first vision of gardening with window boxes and wall planters was the nostalgic view of the cream-colored-painted stucco houses of Europe with window boxes and little old ladies tending their geraniums through the window. Then I thought of apartment dwellers who do not have a garden space for growing flowers and window boxes being their ideal solution. Then I thought of a kitchen window box …
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Small business stories
Optimism mixed with some trepidation from our 10 firms
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Nine O’Clock
Carturesti Books will host as of September 1 a two week display with the most recent works from Romanian born artist Sasha Meret. The exhibition entitles Urban Reveries focuses on the artist’s working city, New York and is a multimedia display.
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Museums-San Francisco Through September 5
ASIAN ART MUSEUM OF SAN FRANCISCO The Asian Art Museum-Chon-Moon Lee Center for Asian Art and Culture recently unveiled its new building in San Francisco’s Civic Center.
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Eastday-Cruise companies look for smooth sailing in Shanghai
Cruise ships that depart from Shanghai as a home port will climb to 66 this year, compared with 32 last year, while inbound and outbound tourists will rise 36 percent to 250,000, the city’s tourism authority estimates.
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Old friends Smyth and Branigan do like to be beside the Seapoint
GOLF: Paul Gallaghertalks to two stalwarts of Seapoint as they prepare for the arrival of next month’s 100th Irish PGA Championship
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Holiday over for French President Sarkozy
When President Nicolas Sarkozy returns from his Riviera beach vacation this week, it will be a swift return to reality: He will have to answer to criticism about France’s crackdown on Gypsies, and to street protesters over plans to raise the retirement age. France – Nicolas Sarkozy – President of France – Ethnicity – Romani
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Holiday’s over: Sarkozy faces discontent about pension overhaul, Gypsy crackdown
PARIS (AP) — When President Nicolas Sarkozy returns from his Riviera beach vacation this week, it will be a swift return to reality: He will have to answer to criticism about France’s crackdown on Gypsies, and to street protesters over plans to raise the retirement age.
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Funds for surveys, not for roads
The Transport Ministry has prepared a survey through which it plans to find out the routes taken by Romanian drivers during the holidays.
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Hansar Samui expects tourism jump next year
SAMUI : Hansar Samui Resort is confident it can achieve 70% occupancy next year as tourist sentiment improves, up from the current rate of 40%, says hotel owner Somboon Chayavichitsilp.
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Travel briefs:
As early as January, electric cars will be available at the nation’s two largest auto rental companies.
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Maldives Holidays See Strong Demand.
In the current age of austerity you may expect that demand for Maldives holidays are on the wane, but not according to one company International Travel Connections who have just launched a new brand, Maldives Connection, to cater for the continued strong demand for The Maldives.
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Question by dory_mac: What holidays does Holland celebrate?

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Answer by parrotjohn2001
http://www.southtravels.com/europe/netherlands/holidays.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_holidays_in_the_Netherlands

www.qppstudio.net/bankholidays2005/netherlands.htm

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6 days holiday in Minsk.
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Question by Grarmy: Where would you go on holiday in August in Europe?

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Answer by KazB
Balearic Islands, Spain. Great weather, good food and the night life is buzzing.

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Question by Ann B: Where in Europe will it be warm for a weeks holiday in February?
If there is nowhere in Europe, where can anyone recommend somewhere not too far from the uk, warm and not too expensive.

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Answer by allo
Portugal is the best..Cheap and Sunny

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US stockpiles at 20-year high may lead oil lower
The biggest US petroleum stockpiles in two decades are leading oil bears to predict further price declines that may lead Opec to restrict production.
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Korea National Oil Cash Offer For Dana Petroleum -11-
Korea National Oil Cash Offer For Dana Petroleum -11-
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Scotland’s beach holidays: guide to the coast and seaside – Sutherland
Caroline Shearing opens our guide to the best of the Scottish coast with a look at Sutherland.
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Scotland’s beach holidays: north coast – what to see and do
Continuing our guide to the best of the Scottish coast, we reveal what to see and do on the north coast.
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Question by Pinky: Traveling Europe for Christmas, Need Suggestions, as far as “WHAT ARE THE BEST TOURIST ATTRACTIONS OF EUROPE”?
My fiancé and I ( from Texas, USA ) will be traveling to Europe during the Christmas holidays for about 2½ to maybe 3 weeks. We will fly into AMSTERDAM then travel by train to other countries. From all we have read on this website, we would like to spend “X-MAS IN GERMANY”. Where should we spend “NEW YEARS EVE”? After Germany, we want to travel to ITALY, SPAIN, FRANCE and maybe Austria and Greece if time allows (not necessarily in this order ). In which order should we travel these countries? Can we travel to all of these countires by train (Rail Pass)? Can we see all these countries in this amount of time? How much time do you think we need to spend in each country? Which are the “MUST SEE SIGHTS” of each country? We don’t want to miss their main attractions. Please list the cities and their “MUST SEE SIGHTS”. This is our first trip to Europe and we want it to be a memorable vacation. Would love to hear from Europeans or Experienced Europe Travelers. Thanks a Million

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Answer by nagster123
Well, I have been to the 3 countries ( Spain, France and Italy)…I would take Paris…France over the other 2 in a NY minute.. between Italy and Spain.. it is a coin toss, however, given the time of the year I think Italy would be my first choice since Spain is more of a Summer country…by the way my cities selections are Spain: Barcelona , Italy: Rome, Florence and Vinece….in that order…other places to consider are Bruge, Belgium…Beautiful
Prague, Czech Republic…Awsome.
Montreaux Switzerland..out of this world (stay at Montreaux Palace)

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Bull spectators got just deserts
There isn’t a lot to smile about on the news these days, but I was delighted to see ‘Billy the Bull’ do an Eric Cantona and leap into the crowd of sad spectators in the bullring in Spain, scattering and maiming. Related Stories Pakistan victims need our money The job we had to do in Iraq
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Fairness rallies the start – more to come
Several thousand workers rallied in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch today in protest at the Government’s proposed employment law changes. The rallies, organised by the CTU brought together workers from every sector of the economy in a celebration …
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Carrossa Giorgia “Spiritual Revolution” Holiday on Ice 2009: Spirit/Elements
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Montenegro: High times for Balkan hikers
Even in Montenegro’s land of giants, I was bowled over by the height of the policeman who sauntered into Caffè Lazaret on the quayside in Petrovac. He was at least six foot eight, his shoulders almost broad enough to warrant walking in sideways. A one-man crime deterrent, I thought, as he responded courteously to my “dobro vece” (good evening). Montenegro may be one of the smallest countries in …
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Oil prices close below $US75 a barrel
Oil prices closed below $US75 per barrel on Thursday, down for a second day in a row, as weak US data fuelled worries that the economic recovery is stalling.
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Question by Miss Lacoste: How long before my student visa expires can I come back to England from holidays?
Hi everyone! I’m on the UK student visa, which expires on the 30th of November 2010. At the moment I am home for holidays, but want to go back for my graduation ceremony in early November 2010. Does anybody know if it is possible to do so? How long before my visa expires can/should I go back to England?

Thanks in advance.

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Answer by andie.rose
Your visa expires the moment you leave the country. I unfortunately learned that myself when I went traveling around Europe.

They may still allow you in if you tell them its for graduation. They were jerks to me because my semester was over and therefore technically I was no longer a UK student. They still let me in but they were not happy about it. They seriously asked me “what the hell are you thinking…” blah blah blah

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Question by Jenny S: My UK passport expires in June and I want to go on holiday to gibraltar in May will I have to renew?
Will my passport still be valid even if it runs out in June ? I dont really want to go to the expense of renewing it just yet?

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Answer by gjgkal
I don’t really know about the UK but in the US if your passport within 30 days of travel they won’t let you go. I suggest you renew now so you don’t have to worry. Good luck. Have a good time in Gibraltar.

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Door2Tour.com Reports a Record Breaking July 2010
Door2Tour.com reports record breaking sales for July 2010 amidst a booming year for coach holidays
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LME MORNING – Base metals uplifted on absence of stock inflows; diverge from broader sentiment
London, 19 August 2010 – Base metals diverged from the broader market mood to trend higher in Thursday pre-ring sessions, as counter-seasonal inventory declines and receding fears of a double dip allured investors, although volumes were still modest amid summer conditions.
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Pakistan flood: UN yet to raise half of aid target
Crops destroyed, millions homeless, children hungry. The scenes from flood-hit Pakistan are wrenching – but the global response has been criticised as sluggish.
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After Slow Start, Aid Finally Reaching Pakistan
After slow start, aid finally flowing to Pakistan
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After slow start, aid finally flowing to Pakistan
Crops destroyed, millions homeless, children hungry. The scenes from flood-hit Pakistan are wrenching — but the global response has been criticized as sluggish.
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Question by Kitty: Which are the nearest city/countries to Vienna/Austria worth for holidays?
Which are the best time to go there?

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Answer by linda
Hungary, Budapest. Visit this homepage:

http://www.budapestinfo.hu/en

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holiday in bosnia and herzegovina, monstar Sarajevo medjiugorie
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Question by Irish: What is Leskovac in Serbia like? Has anyone ever been there? What are prices like for going out,eating out etc?
Thinking of going to Serbia for a holiday and wondering about Leskovac? Don’t really like capital cities so avoiding Belgrade, thought about Novi Sad the second city but it seems to be a little pricey for the Balkans.

Is it true southern Serbia is cheaper than northern Serbia? Any info appreciated. Thanks.

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Answer by MP
Why do you hate capital cities? Belgrade is probably one of the most important places you could visit in Serbia, especially the Kalemegdan fortress. Leskovac is a place that has seen better times. It used to be the major textile center in the Balkans and made high quality textiles before WWII. It was destroyed by Allied bombing in 1944 and post-war Communist mismanagement and then the 1990s wars. They have a famous “grilled meat” Oktober-festish thing in September: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rostiljijada

Nis is the 3rd largest city in Serbia (in the south, so probably cheaper) and has some interesting Roman sites there (Constantine the Great was born there) as well as the skull tower. Other things you could see are castles (Maglic, Smederevo, Bac, Uzice, Golubac, Manasija ( http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_fortifications_in_Serbia ), national parks and mountains such as Zlatibor, Kopaonik, Stara Planina, Tara, Djerdap ( http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_national_parks_of_Serbia ) or medieval monasteries such as Zica, Mileseva, Sopocani, Djurdjevi Stupovi, Studenica, Manasija, or the churches of Kosovo.

Check this page out for cool pics and that might help you decide: http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=706754

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Immigration status tests jail
They’re questions every inmate entering the Allen County Jail is asked: Where were you born, and are you here legally.
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Harrington relying on wild-card option
WHO WOULD have thought it? The shoo-in needs a favour. Whether Pádraig Harrington will be at Celtic Manor for the Ryder Cup in October is at the whim of Europe’s captain Colin Montgomerie.
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Australia holding up well, so far
There are signs that the weakness in the global economy could pull Australia down. But, for the moment, they are signs only amid a body of evidence to the contrary.
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Jurisdiction Special Focus: Antigua and Barbuda
In common with many of its Caribbean neighbours, Antigua & Barbuda, the subject of this Investors Offshore jurisdiction focus, is probably a location more synonymous with the upmarket end of the tourist trade than as a place in which to invest.
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Volunteer With Projects Abroad This Holiday Season and Experience a New World of Traditions
‘Tis the Season for Giving Across the Globe With Projects Abroad Programs in 26 Destinations
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Travellers told not to import plants
Swiss holidaymakers should resist the temptation to bring home exotic plants to put in their gardens, experts have warned.
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World’s most beautiful lakes
These 10 lakes go to all the right extremes — highest, deepest, clearest — and showcase nature at its most spectacular. Soak up the views from a boat, a cable car, a trailhead or a castle tower.
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Summer breather in Greece ahead of austerity push
On the heels of a debt crisis that pushed their country close to bankruptcy this year, Greeks are savouring a badly-needed summer breather ahead of a new austerity drive expected next month.
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Fireworks and freedom
Fireworks were once a symbol of a decadent monarchy – not any more, says historian Lisa Jardine in her Point of View column.
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Big bang
Fireworks once meant decadence, but now freedom
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Question by thememphians: Can I get an all inclusive cruise to europe from the U.S. over the Christmas holidays 4 around 00 a person?
Or even a trip there, doesn’t have to be a cruise. I’d actually not prefer a cruise, but it doesn’t matter. Whatever’s the cheapest! I’m a teacher and don’t make any money! Speaking of that, are there any teacher discounts?

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Answer by Michael B
You are traveling during peak time on what is usually a very expensive trip. I think you will need to reevaluate your budget. Check with AAA to see what kinds of deals they might have, a cruise might not be realistic, because they are all inclusive, and that gets expensive.

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Czech GP: Gresini Racing preview
As has been tradition for a number of years the Czech Republic Grand Prix signals the end of the summer holidays and a return to work for the MotoGP paddock, which pitches up at Brno this week after a short break following the USGP at Laguna Seca. Marco Melandri is hoping the extra weekend off has served to put him in better physical shape, having recovered mobility in his injured shoulder and …
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Czech GP: Team Aspar preview
The holidays are over for the World Championship circus, which pitches up at Brno this weekend for the tenth round of the MotoGP season, the Czech Republic Grand Prix. This event traditionally kicks off the second half of the season although this year it has less intrigue than normal, with the current series leader some 72 points — the equivalent of almost three race wins — clear of his …
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Tiger back in the old routine as Garcia faces Ryder rejection
When the fog eventually lifted to allow the 92nd USPGA Championship to tee off here yesterday a familiar figure emerged to make a familiar march to the top of the leaderboard – before what has recently become a familiar slip took him straight back down again. Nevertheless, compared to last week’s horror show, Tiger Woods’ 71 was the stuff of Hollywood dreams.
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Montgomerie warns Garcia: win USPGA or miss Ryder Cup
Sergio Garcia must win the USPGA Championship here this week if he wants to make his sixth appearance in the Ryder Cup. That is the uncompromising message from the Europe captain Colin Montgomerie.
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Vina monks to brew abbey ales
CHICO Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
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Stocks Slump on Economy Concerns
Stocks plunged on concern that the U.S. recovery is faltering. The dollar surged the most in 19 months against the euro
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Spain draws 1-1 in 1st game since World Cup
Spain returned to action exactly a month after winning the World Cup with David Silva scoring in injury time to salvage a 1-1 draw at Mexico, while the Netherlands drew 1-1 at Ukraine in its first game since losing the final. Silva scored in the second minute of added time for the Spanish, who trailed for almost the whole of what amounted to a practice game for the out-of-shape world champions …
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Soccer: Cup champ Spain ties Mexico in friendly
LONDON — Spain returned to action exactly a month after winning the World Cup with David Silva scoring in injury time to salvage a 1-1 draw at Mexico, while the Netherlands drew 1-1 at Ukraine in i…
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Skyscanner Travel Trends July 2010: The Indian and Australian Advance
Delhi, Mumbai and Melbourne Rocket; Albania enters Top 100; Beijing, Boston and Birmingham bale out
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Skyscanner Travel Trends July 2010: The Indian and Australian Advance
EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND–(Marketwire – 08/10/10) – With the summer holidays in full swing, the end of the South Africa World Cup and a mixed bag of weather for the UK all having an effect on travel patterns, cheap flights comparison site Skyscanner reveals the flight trends for July 2010. Spain clung on to its top three spots, with Malaga, Alicante and Palma in positions one, two and three. But it …
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Question by benn q: I am married to a French national and would like to visit Luxembourg for holidays.?
Do i apply for a Schegen visa via the french consulate or the luxembourg consulate.

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Answer by Willeke
If you plan to fly into and out of Luxembourg, that is the nation you apply for visa.
But if your visit also includes a visit to France, to meet up with relatives or something like that, you can also apply at the French consulate.

The French and Luxembourg consulates should both use the same set of rules, your being married to an EU member national, regardless of which country.

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Soccer Capsules: Silva’s late goal gives Spain 1-1 tie at Mexico
MEXICO CITY (AP) — David Silva scored two minutes into second-half injury time, giving Spain a 1-1 exhibition tie against Mexico on Wednesday in the first match for La Furia Roja since winning the World Cup.
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Bovespa Futures Decline on Global Growth Concern, Europe Industrial Output
Bovespa stock-index futures fell as commodity prices retreated on concern the global economic recovery is faltering and European industrial production missed forecasts.
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The 10 best safaris in Africa
A trip into the African wilderness will always be life-changing. We pick ten of the best options.
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Question by sweet_dreams: HOLIDAYS IN SICILY??? WHERE SHOULD WE STAY?
Im planning to go to palermo for 10 days at the end of august. Me and my friends wanna rent a car there and travel around. But where should we book a hotel? Should it be in Palermo or other area?? We need a nice hotel..beach and close to center with all entertainments.

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Answer by giograceffa
Palermo is great for the Arts. A bit hectic. People flock to Taormina for the beach. I personally don’t like to walk on pebbles. For me, the best beaches I’ve been to is in San Leone, near Agrigento. Long stretches of fine sandy beaches along the southern coast of Sicily are all fine powder. Also, there are many hidden or seldom used beaches such as Punta Bianca. I’ve been to a few, but was taken there by my relatives that know all the short cuts.

For a bit more info, see the following link.

http://www.thesicilysite.com/Pages/Sanleone.htm

Agrigento is about an hours ride south and has lots of Ancient Roman and Greek ruins and artifacts, including a huge museum dedicated to the same.
Plenty of hotels to choose from.

I think you’re better suited in or near Agrigento since it also has a pretty good night life in San Leone during the summer only. If you do reconsider, you’re better off flying into Catania instead of Palermo.

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Burning Russia battles to defend nuclear sites
Russia fought a deadly battle Tuesday to prevent wildfires from engulfing key nuclear sites as Prime Minister Vladimir Putin took to the air in a water-bombing plane to join the firefighting effort.
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Russia defends nuke sites
Russia fought a deadly battle to prevent wildfires from engulfing key nuclear sites.
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Last minute campers
How holiday parks are adapting to late-bookers
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We’re in the money! But maybe we won’t get that much
Taxpayers could end up making a profit of less than £5bn from bailing out the Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) and Lloyds Banking Group, far lower than previously hoped.
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EU wheat falls after surge on Russia export curb
EU wheat falls after surge on Russia export curb
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Question by Shipston Boy: Group Skiing Holidays Austria 2008?
I am in the process of trying to book a group skiing holiday to lofer Austria for November 2008 the problem is getting a self catering chalet that can accommodate 18 people!

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Answer by True Justice
Hunters House is a excellent Austrian Chalet located in Lofer it can take upto 20 people, I know we had a group skiing holiday there last year.

Their website is http://www.austriaholidaychalets.co.uk

One thing, I would book early because Hunters House is extremely popular with british people looking for quality accommodation in lofer, austria.

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Tahiti and Latin America, by Juan Rimsa
VILNIUS – Those who suffer from the heat in Vilnius’ Old Town can take temporary refuge in the palace of a former nobleman of the Lithuanian Grand Duchy, on Didzioji Street 4, where the Vilnius Picture Gallery (a branch of the Lithuanian Art Museum) is situated, and enjoy the cool temperatures and the spiritual heat of paintings by Jonas Rimsa (internationally better known as Juan Rimsa).
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New Conservative Israeli siddur aimed at all Israelis
Israel’s new Masorti prayer book hit No. 4 on Israel’s non-fiction best-seller list last January, and is aimed at all Israelis, not just Conservative Jews.
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Starwood Hotels Bets Big on Puerto Rico
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) is gearing up for the November opening of The St. Regis Bahia Beach, Puerto Rico, the island’s first luxury project since 1997. Underscoring the recovery in luxury hospitality, the 2 million resort is nearly sold out for the December holidays. This month, Starwood President and CEO Frits van …
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Take the Stress out of Holidays With Hertz’s New Family Pack Solution
Hertz, the world’s largest general use car rental brand, is helping to keep the cost of family holidays down by providing parents a discount of GBP25 for a child or infant seat, and no charge for an extra driver.
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Mass. gov calls for 8 debates with rivals
Gov. Deval Patrick is proposing eight debates with his rivals in the governor’s race — one per week between Labor Day and the November election. Labor Day – Deval Patrick – United States – Holidays – Politics
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Question by Walking On Sunshine: Holidays in montenegro?
Hey I just wonder if anybody could give me an advice what place and hotel to choose. I wanna rent a double room+ additional bed and i’m gonna live with my mom and 14 year-old brother.I also would like the hotel to have it’s own beach and to be situated not far from the town. any ideas?
Thanks in advance

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Answer by Plane
In the area of Mojkovac you can find cheap accommodation which suits your budget

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Media Plan of the Year 2010
Digital, Less than Mil. Bob Porcaro had a problem.
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Holland Legion Post Marks 90 Years
Shortly after World War I, the first American Legion posts appeared across the country, created to serve those who were active during times of conflict. Holland’s post began during the initial wave and next week will celebrate its 90th anniversary in the community and its many long years honoring local veterans.
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Travel business soaring along, despite Tory talk of security scare
Travel agents and airlines say their customers aren’t showing any signs of concern over security and that business is even thriving, contradicting claims from a Conservative MP who says some Canadians are so afraid to fly they are considering cancelling their summer travel plans.
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What’s on: Weds’ picks
Events listings for Weds, Aug 10
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Question by Chris: Luxembourg?
Which places and buildings are representative for Luxembourg? I know that the capital has several important institutions of the European Union, but what about touristic attractions? I need to know for a project.

Thank you very much!

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Answer by šмάЯŧ И pЯοϋđ
There are a lot of tourist attractions in various parts of Luxembourg. You can find lots of small towns / villages, also christian sites and prehistoric museums, along with artistic attractions.

Visit this site for more info :

http://www.planetware.com/tourist-attractions-/grand-duchy-of-luxembourg-l-l-lux.htm

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Umrah package rates rise by 50%
10 August 2010 RIYADH – Local tour operators have raised round-trip Umrah package rates from Riyadh by at least 50 percent, with prices expected to further increase by 150 percent during the last 10 days of Ramadan.
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Suspicious package found at bus stop
POLICE have found a suspicious package in central Hobart, and have closed off a major street.
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Question by berry4357: Best Way to travel from Madrid to Minorca, Spain?
I see that one can take planes, trains, and ferries to get there but which combination is the most cost effective/quickest/easiest. I was looking at flying to Ibizia for about or Mallorca for 0 then taking ferry from there.

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Answer by natureschaos2
I always travel by train…From Madrid to Barcelona and ferry to Mallorca then to Menorca

But there seems to be a flight from Madrid to Mao, Minorca for 2 which would be faster and easier.

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Wales has happiest people
Wales is the happies region in Britain, according to a new survey. Just under a fifth of people living in Wales describe themselves as perfectly happy, compared to a UK average of just 12%, according to research by distance learning provider Home Learning College.
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Wales Denies Request for Funding
The Wales Town Board has declined a request from officials of Lothlorien Therapeutic Riding Center on Reiter Road to help the organization with a yearly contribution from the town’s general fund, in an apparent shift in policy toward non-profits. The Town Board has annual appropriations to volunteer organizations on a regular basis in the past.
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2010 Holland Hills Classic (UCI 1.2)
2010 Holland Hills Classic (UCI 1.2) Grace Verbeke wins 2010 Holland Hills Classic on top of the Cauberg. Belgian best of ten rider break rounding off a solo of 20 km. Chantal Blaak and Iris Slappendel second and third. Report, Results and Photos..
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Holland Legion Post Marks 90 Years
Shortly after World War I, the first American Legion posts appeared across the country, created to serve those who were active during times of conflict. Holland’s post began during the initial wave and next week will celebrate its 90th anniversary in the community and its many long years honoring local veterans.
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Holland swimmer Eric Solis 40th at national swim meet
Eric Solis of Holland finished 40th in the 200-yard intermediate medley at the ConocoPhillips USA Long Course Championships Friday
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A trip all around the Mediterranean’s third largest island — Cyprus!
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Sleepwalking British tourist injured after falling from Majorca hotel window
The 28-year-old, who has not been named, suffered severe head injuries and broke a leg as he fell 35 feet from his room in a five-star hotel in Majorca.
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Question by Bum Tas: Bringing a laptop to Greece from India.Can i get a universal plug converter in greece?
Or should i buy it from india? Although indian plug converters wont work in greece and we dont get outlet with two males (that used in greece) in india? Also visiting germany ,italy, switzerland, france. Will laptop charge?
We use 230 V- 50 Hz in india.

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Answer by david
Buy yourself a new power-cord in India – it’ll work!

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Question by mochochina: Can you name off all the holidays in November and December?
They can be of any religion and any country.

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Answer by Kim
for me and my family all of the Holidays in November and December are Thanksgiving and Christmas. Then New Years eve/ New Years day.

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Question by sball124: lithuania?
has anyone traveled to lithuania? i want to take my boyfriend to lithuania and maybe watch a soccer game…without contacting a travel agent just yet, cuz i find them to be a little pressuring….anyone know of a good way to make a trip like that? any good sites we HAVE to see? about how much can a trip like that range? hotels? food? advice? Ive never been to out of the US, so this is all new to me. any advice will be appreciated. when is soccer usually going on?

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Answer by hdsla
Well, never been to Lithuania but I did live in Poland (next door neighbor) for a year. Best thing to do is check every website you can think of for good flight deals. expedia.com, travelocity.com, cheaptickets.com many of these can also find you a good deal on a hotel. Eastern Europe can be a bit tricky legally so definitely check out the American Embassy in Lithuania and the Lithuanian Embassy in Washington D.C. websites for more info there. Eastern European countries are generally VERY inexpensive compared to the United States. On the soccer issue, I can only offer this advice: when talking to Europeans, call it “football” or they’ll peg you as an ignorant tourist & you don’t want that.

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Question by bigmeech_jr: all inclusive?
when they say an apartment cost say
0 all inclusive, what does that mean?

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Answer by pearlmel
all utilities are included

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Question by the*cellphone*chik: ……………turkey?
ok everyone, this is my first time preparing a thanksgiving dinner, and i would just like to get tips on what type of seasoning to use for the turkey, i have no idea and i also don’t know how much seasoning to use, any advice would help, thanks
ok, someone told me to use fajita seasoning and someone else told me to use poultry seasoning, but didn’t specify on how much of it to use

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Answer by chefgrille
I used lemon, garlic, and fresh sage and rosemary. It was incredible.

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Question by alhelleren: Denmark!!!!?
Can you please help me with some of these questions!!!

How are the danish goverment elected?
What are some of the religions in denmark?
What is the infant mortality rate?
What is the death rate?
Do all people have access to health care?
What are the main diseases, health problems and causes of death suffered by the people in denmark (most commen)?

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Answer by karin
You can find quite a lot of info at this site.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Denmark

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Question by Amy W: Where can i get cheap package holidays?
I want to go abroad again next year but i am on a tight budget anyone know where I can get a great deal. I would like to go to the canary islands. Thanks

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Answer by bernard
Go to www.lovechangingdestinations.com< see what they have, also if you became or owned a online travel business you can really get good deals, you can do that on that site, and there others thats the one me and my wife likes, but there are others.

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Exclusive: Republic of Ireland’s Marco Tardelli And Giovanni Trapattoni – Spartak Moscow Move Would Be Good For Aiden …
Republic of Ireland assistant manager Marco Tardelli has given Aiden McGeady’s proposed transfer to Spartak Moscow his approval believing it could benefit the national team.
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Republic’s recession ‘worst in the world’
The Republic’s budget targets remain on track despite the country being €10bn in the red, the Government said last night. Related Stories Innovative waste firm sets sights on global markets Majority of consumers won’t change habits after rise in VAT Lloyds revival cranks up the heat on banks Store ponders property options Banking giant Santander snaps up 318 RBS outlets
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Hearts’ target Elliot in city to discuss possible deal
REPUBLIC of Ireland international striker Stephen Elliot has arrived at Riccarton for contract discussions with Hearts as the mystery transfer target identified by manager Jim
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Question by Sarah C: wales ?
has anyone here been to swansea in wales?????

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Answer by quokka
Yes wonderful place
A great rugby team too

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Inaugural TriStar111 Estonia Set For Saturday
The first TriStar111 Estonia event will take place this Saturday, August 7 in Pühajärve, Otepää, Estonia. The event features a unique
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Gatlin wins 100m in Estonia in first race since ban
RAKVERE, Estonia (AP) — Former Olympic champion Justin Gatlin won a 100-meter race in 10.24 seconds Tuesday in his first competition after a four-year doping ban.
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Justin Gatlin wins 100-meter comeback race in Estonia
RAKVERE, Estonia — Former Olympic champion Justin Gatlin won a 100-meter race in 10.24 seconds Tuesday in his first competition after a four-year doping ban. Estonia – Sport – Justin Gatlin – Rakvere – United States
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European Travelers, Holidays in Europe and Skipping the Longest Lines — Perfect Together With Viator.com
Skip the Line Activities From Viator.com Let European Travelers Experience More of Their Favorite Destinations
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Hodgson’s start has Liverpool dreaming
Roy Hodgson has kept Steven Gerrard and Fernando Torres, won a game in Europe and signed Joe Cole – a dream start When Roy Hodgson outlined his mission statement during Liverpool’s pre-season training camp in Switzerland, he warned the club’s supporters that it would not be possible to dispel the “doom and disenchantment overnight”. The Liverpool manager was correct, of course, although what he …
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Question by aint_ez_lovin: Latvia!!!!?
Does anyone have any thoughts about latvia i’m welcome to all. good or bad. Is it safe for an american, have you been there? stuff like that
Thanks in advance

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Answer by cutiepie
its beatuiful

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Question by hocuspokusgeorge: Greece!!!!?
Everyone tells me that Greece and specially its islands
are great for vacation.
And i believe it worths going there for vacations. Do you Agree ?
Which place of Greece to go ?
Greece now. I am in thessaloniki!!!!
Great city. And the white tower is magnificent !!!More US people should come here !!!! God Bless

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Answer by Athena
Um yeah, ok. What’s your question?

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Question by MistyFlower: What are the holidays in July at North America?
I want many different holidays you can think of that are in July. Most important, can you make it a holiday that’s in North America? For a reminder, can you not put made-up Holidays that you make? I don’t need any of your personal made-up holidays. Reply with me with a national holiday, or something close to that.

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Answer by DanceGurl
Independace day is pretty popular in the United States.

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Travel industry roars back to life
Shares of Priceline were up more than 20% Wednesday after the “Name Your Own Price” travel site announced earnings that blew away analyst expectations.
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Sato Travel again gets contract to run travel officers in Europe
GRAFENWÖHR, Germany — Carlson Wagonlit/Sato Travel has won back a contract to run 35 commercial travel offices at U.S. military bases in Europe two months after it lost it to another firm.
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Question by xhes_: albania???
could you give me some travel information on albania

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Answer by e z
I took a day trip to Albania whilst on holiday in corfu. Weather was hot,service in restaurants etc was excellent.Very cheap but we were surrounded by beggars in the street within minutes of arriving.But If you take an official tour with a local guide, there will be no problems with the beggars.Most of the roads were still under repair.this was 3 years ago so should have improved the roads by now.

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Question by Forrest Gump: Poland……………………….?
Hey!
Im from England and im thinking of driving through Poland on a road trip through Europe and check Poland out. Do lots of Polish people speak fluent English in Poland?

Thank you. :]

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Answer by izka
no most of them about 90 % speak polish but maybe they speak english to but you will hear ALOT of Polish and Poland is beautiful !!

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Sales tax holiday kicks off Friday
Sales tax holiday.
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Back-to-school: A playbook
The days before school starts are sometimes frantic for families. (The first full day of school is Aug. 11 in Hamilton County public schools.) Times Free Press reporters have prepared the following lists and short reports to make the back-to-school transition easier.
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Question by .: Bulgaria??????????
You ever been to Bulgaria? What did you think?

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Answer by carmelo_sabato
No lets go i heard is nice !

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Princess Letizia, Daughters & Prince Felipe Do Summer Style In Majorca (PHOTOS)
Princess Letizia of Spain was out and about on Tuesday with her daughters in Palma de Mallorca, and the ladies made for quite the stylish trio.
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Galway girl (10) helps save toddler from pool drowning
IRISH WATER Safety has paid tribute to a 10-year-old Galway girl who helped to save a small child from possible drowning on the Spanish island of Majorca.
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Student dies after Majorca balcony fall
A Lancashire teenager who fell from the seventh floor of an apartment block in Majorca has died, the Foreign Office has confirmed.
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Finland eyes Bengal bond
Finland, the home of Santa Claus and Nokia with a yen for speed on the F1 tracks and cutting-edge design, is keen to bond better with Bengal, with primary focus on tourism and cultural exchange.
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Finland Head Coach Stuart Baxter Bittersweet At Sealing Celtic Advisory Role
Finland head coach Stuart Baxter is happy to have pleased the nation’s football association after a compromise was reached to take on a consultancy role at Celtic.
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Finland risks digging itself into a nuclear grave as it moves ahead with plans for more reactors, new deep undeground …
Finland’s plans to build two new nuclear reactors and a nuclear repository in close vicinity to the Baltic Sea were not taken lightly by ecological activists, who voiced their concerns in a statement submitted to the Finnish embassy in the Lithuanian capital Vilnius during a picket held in mid-May as part of the international Baltic Sea Infotour. The tour, still in progress, will culminate in a …
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Question by Fes: Serbia!!!!!!?
Something about Serbia????

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Answer by i <3 the red sox
franz ferdinand from serbia, was assasinated and caused a stupid war that i had to learn about in social studies.

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Question by Pumking!: TRAVEL ?
If you travel at a constant speed and the distance you travel varies directly with your travel timeSuppose in 1.5 hours you can walk 5 miles What is the costant of variation and how did you find this?

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Answer by LegendaryDaniel
You divide the numer of miles travelled by the number of hours and the result – the constant of variation – is 3.66 (recurring) miles per hour.

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Question by Kavya magical: Should I book travel packages or individual hotels for a holiday in Kerela?
I am planning a holiday in Kerela during October.I dont have much information about that place & was confused whether to book an entire package from Kolkata itself or to reach there & approach different hotels.Which would be better?Any other information regarding Kerela Holidays is welcome.

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Answer by monu
It is better to book in advance. Through kerala govt official site even u will get approved Home stays,and other details. places like Munnar, Tekady, Kumarakom, Wynadu all lovely .Hearty welcome to God’s own Country.

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Tax holiday survives state revenue crunch
Last year, North Carolina forfeited an estimated .3 million in sales tax revenue during the state’s three-day back-to-school tax-free weekend.
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Four years later, murder suspect John Wayne Thomson still awaiting trial
Four years ago today, police in two states were franticallysearching for murder suspect John Wayne Thomson when the body ofLongview resident Lori Hamm was discovered near Castle Rock. ByAug. 7, 2006, Thomson was in jail and would be charged with threemurders: that of Hamm, an elderly man in Spokane and a businessmanin California.
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Russia Faces Wildfires, High Winds as 500 Square Miles Burn
Russia is experiencing intensifying wildfires amid a heat wave and strong winds, the country’s Emergency Situations Ministry said.
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Russia fires cover 100,000 hectares
Forest fires in Russia’s Far East region covered 100,000 hectares, an official at the region’s forestry department said Sunday.
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Russia sends army to battle deadly wildfires
Russia sent the army on Saturday to battle wildfires that have killed at least 28 people and were threatening dozens of towns and villages. Thick smoke and ash slowed firefighting efforts and thousands of people were being evacuated.
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Russia begins to localize fires, others rage
Russia’s armed forces mobilized Saturday to fight hundreds of wildfires that have wiped out villages and vast areas of woodland. Officials said the worst blazes were under control, but evacuations continued.
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Question by becky711: Finland????????????????????
I have a report on finland and need to know its culture.
what are the people like today?
what problems do they face?
do they have speacial custums or festivals????
please help
thanks!!!!!!!!!

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Answer by Alex
You will probably find a lot more about Finland on wikipedia or google searches than on here.

Like most nodic countries, they have special celebratons for the summer solstice. Tractors are important in Finland, as are Saunas. I know this sounds a bit strange but it is true.

It is dark very early in the winter time, right about now even.

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Gazetteer Of British Place Names.
The Gazetteer provides an exhaustive Place Name Index to Great Britain, containing over 50,000 entries. It lists the historic county and the main administrative areas in which each place lies. An invaluable resource to those with British ancestors.
Gazetteer Of British Place Names.

Candle Making Virgin
This site will lead and educate anyone in the candle making process.
Candle Making Virgin

City break holidays: deals of the day – July 16
The best last-minute city break deals, including a stay in Hong Kong and discount flights to Milan.
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Beloved Italian eatery closing temporarily
Roma D’ Italia, founded in Tustin in 1961, is closing its doors temporarily after this weekend, according to the restaurant’s Facebook page. “This is our last weekend in Tustin before we close for our renovations! Hope you can join us for…
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Travel agency based in Bridgewater accused of bilking South Brunswick customers
SOUTH BRUNSWICK — A travel agency operated out of a Bridgewater home has caught the attention of authorities in New Jersey and New York after police say the owner may have bilked customers out of more than 0,000.
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Travel news in brief
The latest travel news stories in brief, including the latest on insurance fraud and new cruise security measures.
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European championships men’s 4x400m relay overview
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Aspen Skiing now releasing visit figures.
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Skiing: Nationals to be first competition for Demong en route to 2014
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Lithuania’s GDP Rises In Q2
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Lithuania records first post-crisis growth
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Austria, Israel Sign Tax Treaty,
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Question by Jason D: Malta………..?
-i wanna no about malta
-some places in malta
-food in malta and snacks
-drinks in malta
-wat is maddonna
-is there any thing that makes a maltese a maltese
-anybodz from malta
-how they dress

Best answer:

Answer by (Βυτικι) Koupepe Koupepe
Jahson I told you in the other question
“It’s somewhat hard to believe that a country so small like Malta, has areas of the country that the night life has been compared to the scene in Ibiza. The difference between Malta and Ibiza is that Malta’s price list for cocktails and beverages is extremely lower to that of Ibiza.
There we can find Hard Rock Cafes, Beach bars, Banging Nightclubs, Irish Bars just every type of themed and intriguing pub and club you could think off!! On every beach you will find numerous beach bars and open restaurants. These venues offer entertainment every night. And let’s be Blunt, it’s Cheap!!!! beach bars are amazing!! Also, the loud Party areas are divided away from the quieter resort areas, and the local villages; comfort always comes first in Malta.
Answering your another question, Madonna refers to Mary (Mother of Jesus) but It can also means: Ma donna -> My lady. If u will go to Malta, Have a nice trip!”

Now about the dress It’s more summer dress coz we are in summer now, they are really fashion also.

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