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Issue 2 November 2013

EuropeanTravelMAGAZINE

IN THIS ISSUE

Issue 2 November 2013

LONDON ZOOTh e fl ig ht le ss or th e sw ingi ng mo nk ey s, an un fo rget ta bl e an im al ad ve nt ur e aw ai ts th e enti re

family. TR AVE L T HR OU GH MA LAGA Youll be amazed at all there is to do when traveling around Malaga Spain.

EGYPT RESORTS AND ATTRACTIONS A trip to Egypt promises to be exotic and interesting expierence. 5 REA-

SONS SKIING IS GOOD FOR YOU Weve long suspected: skiing and snowboarding are good for you.

London Heathrow Airport What To Do In Faro Top Barcelona Hotels


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Destination of themonth: Algarve

The Algar ve The Per fect Fa mily Hol iday Dest ination

Taking a holiday in the Algarve,Portugal during the winter sea-

son is a wonderful way to escapethe cold and rainy weather andenjoy the warmth of this stun-ning area. The space and exibil-ity you can enjoy if you spendyour holiday in one of the manyAlgarve villas that are availablefor rent will make it that muchmore special.

This part of Portugal is in thesouthern most region of the

country and has a wonderfullymild climate all year round. Thecoastline also happens to be oneof the most beautiful in Europe.Portugal is a wonderful, safeplace for the whole family tostay, and at a price that will notbreak the bank.

With mile upon mile of uncrowd-ed, sandy beaches, the Algarvehas a superb year round climate.Pretty coastal towns and villages

boast old churches and bustlingmarkets, pavement cafes serv-ing excellent snacks, and shing

boats on the beach. The Algarvein Portugal boasts an average

320 days of sunshine a year,gentle breezes coming off theAtlantic, and a laid back lifestylethat you thought had vanished.

While you are staying in theAlgarve, you will be able to enjoysome of the ne attractions thatthe area has to offer. For the golflover there are some world classgolf courses. There are clubsand bars if you are looking for

some nightlife. You can also en-joy many outdoor activities liketennis and horseback riding. Infact, there is a little somethingfor everyone.

But the greatest form of relax-ation will be to simply mix withthe locals at the tavern in anearby village!

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The Holy Island Of Lindisfarne

The Holy Island of Lindisfarne is a tidal island off the northeast coastof England. It is also known just as Holy Island. It constitutes the civilparish of Holy Island in Northumberland. Holy Island has a recordedhistory from the sixth century. It was an important centre of CelticChristianity under Saints Aidan, Cuthbert, Eadfrith and Eadberht.

Things To See AndDo In Faro

If youre planning a trip to Por-tugals fabulous Faro but arelacking in inspiration, worry not!We have the perfect sugges-tions to satisfy everyone fromthe most die-hard sun seeker tothe art-loving culture vulture.

Fear Of Flying? JustRelax It Away

The process is so simple and naturalthat you will be amazed just howquickly you will see the benefits!Just imagine yourself laying onthat beach now. A thousand milsaway and not a care in the world!How fantastic would that be?

Five Great Reasons ToStay In A Boutique Hotel

Boutique hotels are usually in envi-able locations. A townhouse rightin the middle of the city, a chateauin rural France or a stunning beachretreat in the Maldives, boutiquehotels exist to provide you with thevery best location for your holiday.

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LondonHeathrowAirportGuide

Top Luxury4 & 5*BarcelonaHotels

EgyptResorts AndAttractions

ReasonsWhy SkiingIs GoodFor You

A GuideTo TravelThroughMalaga

LondonZoo - DaysOut WithThe Kids

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The Holy Islandof LindisfarneThe Holy Island of Lindisfarne is a tidal island off

the northeast coast of England. It is also known

just as Holy Island. It constitutes the civil parish of

Holy Island in Northumberland. Holy Island has a

recorded history from the sixth century. It was animportant centre of Celtic Christianity under Saints

Aidan, Cuthbert, Eadfrith and Eadberht. After

Viking invasions and the Norman invasion of Eng-

land a priory was reestablished. A small castle was

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HOW TO GET THEREThere are 3 main ways to get to Lindis-farne: walk across the sands at low tide(only advisable with a local guide), usethe shuttle bus service from Berwick-upon-Tweed or drive across the tidal causeway.

Walk: The Pilgrims Crossing is a clearly markedwalking route from the mainland to the island thatcrosses the sand and mud. However, due to thetidal nature of this crossing it is strongly advisedthat this route is only attempted with an experi-enced local guide.

Bus:Local bus service 477 runs from nearby Ber-wick-upon-Tweed, however it can be somewhatirregular due to tidal patterns, and does not runevery day through winter months. Travellers are

advised to make local enquiries before making ar-rangements around the bus service.

Drive:The main east coast road the A1 is con-veniently located for Lindisfarne. The turning islocated in the small village of Beal (which appearsto consist only of The Plough Hotel and a servicestation, both on the eastern side of the road). Theturning is signed as Holy Island. The distancefrom the turning to the island is approximately 5miles.

Access to Lindisfarne is affected by local tides. Thispoint cannot be expressed enough as many peopleget stranded on the causeway every year requiringcoastguard rescue (sometimes including helicopterrescue). Tide tables are available locally and arepublished on the internet.

The Holy Island of Lindisfarne publishes informationon and about the island on www.lindisfarne.org.uk

Due to its size and nature, Lindisfarne has veryfew roads. Those that exist tend to be narrow andoften have tourists walking on them. There is alarge car park available before entering the settle-ment on the island. The car park is pay & display,priced at 4.40 for a stay of over 3 hours (correctas of May 3rd 2008). On-street parking is virtuallynon-existant. Some B&B establishments may offerparking, however this should be checked whenbooking.

Lindisfarne has a number of small Bed & Breakfastestablishments, a small hotel and pubs offeringaccommodation.

Cafe Bean Goose: 01289 389083UK Cottages:Have holiday cottages on the is-land of Lindisfarne and in the surrounding area ofNorthumberland.

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A S T H E C A P I T A L O F P O R T U G A L S E V E R P O P U L A R A L G A R V E R E G I O N , F A R O I S O V E R F L O

I f youre planning a tr ip to

Portugal s fabulous Faro but are

lacking in i nspirat ion, worr y

not! We have the perfec t sug-

gest ions to sat is fy ever yone

from the most die- hard sun

seeker to t he ar t- loving culture

vulture.



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E U R O P E A N T R A V E L M A G A Z I N E

G W I T H T H I N G S T O S E E A N D D O .

Things To See

And Do In FaroAS THE CAPITAL OF PORTUGALS EVER POPULAR ALGARVE

REGION, FARO IS OVERFLOWING WITH THINGS TO SEE AND

DO.With temperatures reach-ing the high teens through

the winter and averagetemperatures regularlyexceeding a scorching30 degrees from June toSeptember, Faros Medi-terranean climate is idealfor anyone wanting toescape the British winterchill or to take advantageof continental Europesgreat summer weather.

Praia de Faro is Faros mosteasily accessible beach,and is a short bus ridefrom the centre of Faro.Other beaches are situatedon the sand spits (ilhas)in the area, and can bereached by ferry, whichleave regularly from thepier in Porta Nova. Thesebeaches feature idyllicstretches of white sand,

and are great for a peace-ful few hours of relaxation.The Ilha de Barreta is aparticularly beautiful beachwhich doesnt get too busy.

For anyone wanting toexplore Portugals greatoutdoors, Faro is conve-niently situated besidethe Ria Formosa lagoon.It is a Portuguese Natu-ral Park, and is visited byaround 30,000 birds each

year, so is a prime spot forbirdwatchers. There are

also bars and restaurantsin the area if you want toget out of the city centre.

The old town is brimmingwith winding streets andoutdoor cafes for a pitstopfrom the sun, where allsorts of traditional Portu-guese dishes can be pickedup. Food in Faro is reason-ably priced, and it isnt

unusual for Faros residentsto enjoy a full sit-downmeal for lunch. People inFaro tend to be very laid-back, and there is a strongfocus on fun and socialis-ing. Cities in the Algarveare also known for servingup a variety of top qualityPortuguese wines , so winebuffs can take advantage ofthe relatively cheap prices

to try a tipple or two.

As for those looking for aspot of Portuguese cul-ture or to learn a littlemore about the history ofthe area, there are somefascinating museumsdocumenting the Algarvesarchaeological ndings,cultural heritage and mari-time history. These are awinner for curious kids andhistory-loving adults alike,

and are a brilliant way towhile away a few hours.

If you want to see someof the lesser-known partsof Faro, you might wantto head to the forest closeto the Praia de Faro. Hereyou can spot birds, but-teries and lizards, and isa secluded, serene place togo for a walk. If you hire acar in Faro you can explorethe attractive whitewashed

hillside town of Alte, whichis around a 45 minute drivefrom Faro Airport. Its sur-rounded by trees and feelsauthentically Portuguese,and is just 20 minutes fromthe beaches of Albufeira.

Faro Cathedral, in itsRenaissance and Baroquestyle, is located in theheart of Faros medieval

quarter, and is a must-see.The sprawling vistas of theAlgarve can be observedby climbing the cathedralstower. Another rather moremacabre experience isa trip to the Capela dosOssos, decorated withthe skulls and bones ofmore than 1,000 monks.

There are so many optionsin Faro that your only prob-lem might be tting it all in!

The City Hall

Carmo Church

Square in centralFaro

Faros CivilGovernment

building

Faros marina

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I F Y O U A R E T I R E D A N D

F E A R O FF LYI N G? J U S TR E L AX I T AWAYThe advancements in sci-

ence and industry in that last100 years have left us humanssomewhat bafed. You willoften hear it said that in the lastcentury, we as human beingshave made more accomplish-ments than at any other time inrecorded history. But did it allget a little big, a little to fast?

It seems that these days peopletend to be more afraid of differ-

ent things and as humans; weseem a lot more phobic thanour recent ancestors. I dont forone minute think that we haveevolved into complete phobicbeings, but more like the world,science and industry have allevolved and left us behind, thuscreating loads of new unnatu-ral scenarios to intimidate us.

I believe that one of these un-natural scenarios is ying. Forinstance it was only a couple oflife times ago (if that) that theWrite Brothers created their y-ing machine. And It wasnt untilthe middle of the last century(not even a lifetime ago) that webegan to y commercially andstart taking our holidays abroad,however just because it maybe unnatural, it doesnt meanthat we have to keep any fearsof ying that we may have.

Hypnosis, EFT and NLP can allbe used with extreme effective-

ness to eliminate your fear of

ying, however I use all threeas to make sure it goes awayand stays away! This way youarent always sitting there justwaiting for it to come back, butactually enjoying the experi-ence that once terried you.

Whether it affects you in yourbusiness life or just the fam-ily holiday, a fear of ying cancause no end of upset and

unhappiness, however thereis now an effective and inmost cases a quick solution.

For years Hypnotherapy hasbeen used by so many peopleworldwide to allow them toswiftly get rid of their fear ofying and allow them to feelcomfortable and in fact ratherenjoy the whole experience.

If you are tired and alwaysregretting not doing the thingsthat you have always wantedto do because of a fear of y-ing, then why not see howHypnotherapy and Self Hyp-nosis can help you further.

The process is so simple andnatural that you will be amazedjust how quickly you will seethe benets! Just imagineyourself laying on that beachnow. A thousand mils awayand not a care in the world!How fantastic would that be?

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W A Y S R E G R E T T I N G N O T D O I N G T H E T H I N G S T H A T Y O U H A V E A L W AY S W A N T E D T O D O

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PriceThe term boutique hotelsmay give the impression thatthese hotels are all expensive,but thats not the case. In fact,you may be surprised by howaffordable many of them are.For the same price or very

slightly more than you mightpay for a very ordinary chainhotel, you could be stayingsomewhere with real atmo-sphere and real service. Whilstsome of the boutique hotelsare very exclusive and there-fore very expensive, many ofthem are perfectly affordable.

FI VE GR EATRE A SO NS TO STAY I N

A B O U T I Q U E H O T E LIF YOUVE NEVER STAYED IN A BOUTIQUE HOTEL

BEFORE, HERE ARE SOME REASONS WHY YOU

SHOULD BOOK ONE TODAY.

LocationBoutique hotels are usually in

enviable locations. A townhouseright in the middle of the city,a chateau in rural France or astunning beach retreat in theMaldives, boutique hotels exist toprovide you with the very best lo-cation for your holiday. City hotelsare in prestigious shopping areas,next to great restaurants, within astones throw from the theater orstumbling distance from the topnightspots. They provide a retreat

in the middle of town where youcan wind down, rest your wearyfeet and take advantage of thestaffs outstanding local knowl-edge. Alternatively, chill out on aprivate beach, where your bed-room doors fold open onto thesand and where you can snorkelwithout seeing another humanbeing. Or just take in the country-side from a castle on top of a hill.

DesignIf you want to experience realdesign, choose a boutique hotel.More than a few art-deco orna-ments or modern art in the foyer,these hotels have design run-ning through their core and it is

a pleasure to stay somewherethats been designed and deco-

rated with an eye for detail andnish. From the accessories in thebathroom to the china in the res-taurant, everything is design-led,without being design-conscious.

SizeBy their nature, boutique hotelsare small. Even in large buildings,these hotel owners reduce thenumber of rooms available so thatthey can increase the size of the

rooms and the public spaces andprovide better service. The size ofa hotel in this sector isnt basedon how much foor space it has,but how many rooms it offers,because this affects the ambianceand the service.

ServiceService is all-important in bou-tique hotels. Hotel staff aretrained to ensure that guests wantfor nothing, and yet the serviceis discreet, so guests dont feelhassled or intimidated. The lowernumber of guests at each hotelmeans that the service can beimpeccable, and it usually is.

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LONDON

HEATHROWA I R P O R T G U I D EIN TERMS OF PASSENGER NUMBERS, HEATHROW

IS THE LARGEST AIRPORT IN EUROPE.

The airport lies on the edge ofGreater London, 24 kilometers

west of the city center. There arefour terminals (1-4) Terminals 1,2 and 3 are connected with eachother, and Terminal 4 is accessibleby the free Heathrow Expresstrain.

A new terminal was opened in2008 on the west side of theairport, but nishing this terminalis not the end of the work which

will actually be done in 2015.Heathrow will then have the

capacity for 90 million passengersper year.

LOCAL TRANSPORTTrainThere are train stations in theCentral Hall of Terminals 1, 2and 3 and in Terminal 4. TheHeathrow Express leaves every15 minutes to Paddington Sta-tion, travel time is 15 minutes.A cheaper alternative is the slow

train Heathrow Connect, whichalso goes to Paddington Station,travel time is 30 minutes, butdoes not leave from the stationin Terminal 4. Trains leave fromPaddington Station to the westand southwest of England, and itis also an important station of theLondon metro network. In addi-tion the airport is the end point ofthe Piccadilly metro line.

Car & BusThe airport lies along highwaysM4 and M25. For Terminals 1, 2and 3 you take the M4 exit 4aand on the M25 exit 15. For Ter-minal 4 you take exit 3 and exit14, respectively. Bear in mind thatthe roads around London andespecially around the airport canbe extremely busy.

The A2 Airbus stops at all termi-nals and goes to Kings Cross Sta-tion, this station is on an intersec-tion of the metro and train lines.At night the bus line N9 goes to

the center of London. Many local

bus lines go to Heathrow Airport,most have their stops in thecentral area of Terminals 1, 2 and3. Furthermore, there are longdistance buses that go to morethan 500 destinations in GreatBritain. The largest bus companyis National Express.

Car RentalIn all terminals there are coun-ters for car rental companies:

National/Alamo, Avis, Budget,Enterprise, Hertz and Sixt.Taxi

The famous black taxis of Lon-don are in front of all terminals.Expect that a ride to the center ofLondon takes a minimum of onehour.

Airport ParkingThere are short-term parkingareas close to all terminals, a littlefurther away there are the Busi-ness Car Parks and even furtheraway are the areas for long-term

Contact

AddressLondon Heathrow Airport234 Bath RoadHarlingtonMiddlesexUB3 5APGreat Britain

Telephone, fax, emailTelephone: +44(0)870 000 0123Fax: +44(0)20 8745 4290

Airport codesIATA airport code: LHRICAO airport code: EGLL



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parking, the areas are developed

by NCP

SERVICESA shuttle bus (Hotel Hoppa) goesfrom Terminals 1, 2 and 3 to thelargest hotels in the city, anothershuttle service, Hotelink goes tohotels in the center of London.

Shops & RestaurantsHeathrow Airport offers whatyou would expect from one ofthe largest airports in the world,an enormous range of shops,bars, cafes and restaurants in allterminals.

BaggageThere are counters in all terminalsfor the Excess Baggage Company,you can store baggage there. Inaddition there are counters inall terminals for lost and founditems.There are porters present.

InformationThere are general information

counters in all terminals that you

can also reach directly throughspecial telephones that are onthe wall in many places in theairport. Information about publictransportation is available throughseparate counters in Terminals 1and 3 and outside Terminal 4. Inaddition there is a tourist kiosk inTerminal 3 called the Hotel andTraveler Center.

Disabled FacilitiesHeathrow Airport is extremelyaccessible for the disabled. Thereare wheelchair ramps, adaptedelevators, restrooms and tele-phones. There is an inductionloop for the hearing impaired aswell as a special telephone line.Furthermore, there are reserved

parking places and seating forth

disabled. A wheelchair accessibleshuttle bus goes between the ter-minals. Most buses and trains arealso accessible for wheelchairs.

Other ServicesThere are ATMs and moneyexchange ofces in all terminals,there is a post ofce in Terminals2 and 4. There is wireless internetpresent and an internet cafe inTerminal 4. Furthermore, thereare childrens play areas and babychanging rooms. The First Aidofce is on the ground oor ofthe Queens Building. There is apharmacy in Terminal 1 that candistribute prescription medica-tions.

A new terminal was opened i n 2008 on the west s ide

of the airpor t , but f inishing th is terminal is not th eend of the work which wi l l actual ly be d one in 2015.

Heathrow wil l then have the capaci ty for 90 mil l ion

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Top Luxur y 4 & 5*

Barcelona Hotels

H E S P E R I A F I R A S U I T E S 5 *

Apartments: suite-apartments equipped with bed-room, living room, fully equipped kitchen, en-suitebathroom with hairdryer and magnifying mirror,free digital safe, minibar, independent fax/com-

puter connection, air conditioning, heating and lcdat screen tv in the living room and the bedroom.facilities: cafe-bar, business corner and wi-freeservice (free wi access throughout the hotel).

M E L I A B A R C E L O N A S K Y 4 *

This modern architecture building constructedby architechture domnique perrault is a land-mark for innovation as far as the image of theheart of barcelona is concerned. the building is

an avant-garde skycrapers with modern tech-nologies and design. it boasts several cuisineoptions with three restaurants, as well as a spa,a pool in the 6th oor and a solarium, a gym.

E U R O S T A R S B C N D E S I G N H O T E L 5 *

A perfect oasis for your vacation weekend, comesee what eurostars bcn design is known forLocated in the city centre of Barcelona.24 Hour Check-In, Coffee shop, Restaraunt, InternetAccess, Cable / Satellite Television, Fitness Center,Laundry Service, Currency Exchange, 24 Hour RoomService, Business Centre, 24 Hour Room Service

C L A R I S H O T E L 5 *

In the ancient vedruna palace (19th century), thehotel combines tradition and modernity, antiqueand vanguard design. renovated in 2012, thehotel offers luxury rooms, full of original artwork(indian sculptures, napoleon prints and antique

furniture), jacuzzi (some rooms), minibar, satellitetv, air conditioning, telephone, safe and internet/fax. executive rooms feature pre-columbian art.



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H I L T O N B A R C E L O N A 5 *

Enjoy the convenient location in the heart of Bar-celonas nancial district at the Hilton Barcelonahotel. Travel to the hotel by car from BarcelonaInternational Airport in just 15 minutes and from

Sants Train Station in ve. Walk for just ve min-utes to reach the Maria Cristina undergroundstation or take a bus from in front of the hotel.

M A J E S T I C H O T E L & S P A B A R C E L O N A 5 *

A 5 star luxury establishment offering numerous op-tions for business or pleasure. featuring 275 guest-rooms with a classic decor, 41 suites with views ofthe paseo de gracia and a 300m2 penthouse with

private terrace, outdoor jacuzzi and breathtak-ing views of the sagrada familia. guest facilitiesinclude the pool with city views, the majestic spaand 2 bars anmd restaurants serving haut cuisine.

L E M E R I D I E N B A R C E L O N A H O T E L 5 *

Among the facilities and services include wi- inpublic areas and in conference centre, banquethall, meeting rooms, restaurant and bar with ac-cess to the ramblas and a fully equipped tness

centre. the hotel offers 233 rooms and suitesequipped with features such as bathroom withspecial shower system, air conditioning, 42 plasmatv with satellite interactive system and lcd screen.

O H L A H O T E L 5 *

Located on the former site of the rst count ofbarcelonas palace; the current building contrasts itsavant-garde design interiors with a neoclassical fa-cade punctuated by sculptural pieces by artist fred-eric amat. it offers 74 rooms, a rooftop swimmingpool and views of the city, gym & wellness centre,meeting room and the michelin-star restaurant.

P R I N C E S A S O F I A H O T E L 5 *

The Princesa Soa is a luxurious 5 star hotel,located in the heart of Barcelonas most exclu-sive residential, nancial and shopping district.The hotel is arranged over 19 oors and is sur-rounded by beautifully maintained gardens anda terrace. The hotel ranks as the largest in Bar-celona; 500 guest rooms elegantly combine styl-ish design with extensive modern amenities.



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Shopping

For those wholike shopping, theSharm El-Sheikh

mall provides shopswith both foreignand local products,including jew-elry, leather goods,clothing, potteryand books. No-body leaves Sharmel-Sheikh withoutseveral uselessbut very pleasantsouvenirs. Like

Hurghada, Sharmel-Sheikh is famousfor diving too, but ithas more diversityin corals

Information

When you goingto Egypt, be awarethat 3-star hotels inEgypt have nothingto do with 3-starhotels in Europe.So, its better tochoose 4 or 5 starhotel. Probably itsaves you frommany inconvenienc-es. Often, the largehotels have zoos,playgrounds, dis-cos, bars, a numberof pools and even

small theaters.

E G Y P T R E S O R T S

A N D AT T R A C T I O N SIF YOU MAKE A DECISION TO SPEND YOUR VACATION IN

EGYPT, USUALLY YOU HAVE A CHOICE OF TWO SEA RESORTS

Hurghada or Sharm ElSheikh. They both are verypopular, but Hurghada issituated in African conti-nent while Sharm El Sheikhlies on Sinai peninsula.About 30 years agoHurghada was just asimple shing village. Butnow, with its a resortwith crystal clear water,untouched reefs. It has be-come one of the best Egyp-tian tourist destinations. Asignicant part of its fameHurghada gained as one ofthe best diving centres ofthe world. Like all orientalcities Hurghada make livingout of trade, so if when

you walk along the city,be ready to beat off thepressing offers of the sell-

ers, deserving to make youbuy their souvenirs. Thereare some more entertain-ments except shoppingand diving in Hurghada.You can make a jeep tripto a desert, visit Bedouinsvillage there; you can seecorals and some naturalpreserves. Hurghada is alsohas aqua-park. Fishing isone of the popular touristsactivities in Hurghada too.Today, Hurghada is knownas a party town, particularlyamong Europeans. Localsand others will tell youthat life begins at night inHurghada, with the many,many clubs.

The best time to visitHurghada is October-November. In winter there

are strong winds and itbecomes dark very early.When you are in Hurghadadont miss the chanceto see one of the mostoutstanding monuments ofEgypt history Luxor andthe Valley of the King. Pha-raohs tombs and ancienttemples are worth visiting.Sharm el-Sheikh is one ofthe most accessible anddeveloped tourist resortcommunities on the Sinaipeninsula. All around areBedouins, colorful tents,mountains and sea. NaamaBeach is one of the centerof the tourist activities. Lo-cated just north of Sharm,this area is developing intoa resort town of its own.



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R E A S O N S W H Y S K I I N G

I S G O O D F O R YO UAT LAST, SOLID PROOF FOR WHAT WEVE LONG SUSPECTED:

SKIING AND SNOWBOARDING ARE GOOD FOR YOU.

And thats not just becausetheyre both great funand put a smile on yourface but because this alsoimproves our health, hap-

piness, red blood cell countand makes us live longer.The evidence has alwaysbeen there for us to see:the bearded septuagenar-ian bounding past you forthe fteenth time as youstruggle down your rstrun of the day. Heres hissecret

Sunlight.

Are you SAD? 1 in 50people in the UK sufferfrom seasonal affectivedisorder which is a type ofdepression which common-ly occurs during the wintermonths when the days areshorter. You travel to andfrom work in the dark, arecooped up in the ofce allday, and levels of serotonin,the brains natural moodlifter, drop. SADs can varyfrom mild winter blues toa more severe form wherepeople cant function in thewinter without treatment.So get treatment and getup on the mountain. Youmay get depressed aboutthe cost of a beer on theslopes, but thats not quitethe same thing.

Adrenalin.

Were all just animals,obviously some creation-ists may disagree, but we

need to exercise our ghtor ight responses. Whatsafer, or better, way ofdoing this than searchingout the steepest black run

you can nd, or somethingjust a little bit beyond yournormal comfort zone. Theadrenalin surge will activatethe beta receptors in yournervous system causingyour heart to beat fasterand increasing air to thelungs. This stimulates thebrain, and the endorphinrush of relief when its over,will make you feel like a

super human after everyrun. You can then undo thegood work done by cele-brating with some aprs skiin the bar afterwards.

Altitude.Can the news get any bet-ter? Just being at altitudecan make you thin, tand desirable at leastthe rst two are true. Acouple of years ago theAustrian Moderate AltitudeStudy was carried out. Menwho were overweight andsuffered from high bloodpressure and high choles-terol were prescribed walksat an altitude of between1400m and 2000M. Theresult? Exercise at altitudeimproves heart functionand circulation, lowersblood pressure and burnscalories. There was also anincreased number of youngred blood cells. So, as far

as the theory goes, skiingrocks and just getting offat the top of the Aiguilledu Midi (3842m) could addyears to your life.

Fresh Air.Spending time in the greatoutdoors helps to preventdisease and boost recovery.You can avoid the prettynasty particles which oataround in the urban air.According to some Harvardbofns in their Six Cities1993 study those peopleliving in the most polluted

cities have a 26% greaterrisk of dying young thanthose in the cleanest. Sogive yourself a break fromthe congested trafc andpolluted air and breath inthat fresh, crisp, revitalisingmountain air.

Learning.Learning is good for us.Your parents told you soand they were right, butthey and you need to heedthat advice. Learning newskills later in life can slowdown the onset of demen-tia. Attempting challengessuch as learning a foreignlanguage which you canpractice at the bar or newskills, such as skiing, willreduce the risk of gettingage related symptoms anddiseases such as Alzheim-ers.

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This cathedral was began to bebuilt in 1528 however construc-

tion was an on and off againthing for about the next 200years or so, which was sim-ply due to the lack of funds.This one Cathedral thereforehas a multitude of differentdesigns within it since construc-tion was started and stoppedso many different times.

Youll surely have no shortageof history to witness and ex-

plore before you in the Costadel Sol, as well as be able toenjoy the great weather as wellas be near some of the nestbeaches and ports in the world.

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Youll be amazed at all there is todo when traveling around Malaga

Spain. Youll nd this city on theCosta del Sol, which is near theMediterranean Sea. Youll enjoythe beautiful warm Mediterra-nean weather and climate of thisarea. Everyone of course lovesto visit in the summer when theweather is nice and hot, but aswell visiting in the Winter monthscan be quite pleasant too due tothe near perfect mild tempera-tures that youll experience.

Of course summer is the busiestin this area of Spain, so youllwant to be speedy about mak-ing your reservations to ensureyou get the best deals on ights,hotels, and even rental cars ifneed be. If you do need to renta car you can actually do so rightat the airport at arrival, if notyou can hire a car service whichwill drive you to your destinationhotel and also bring you backto the airport at the end of thetrip. However, waiting until youget there, especially in the sum-mer is not recommended beingthat its such a busiest time,you may get stuck (literally).

There is certainly no short-age of things to do when youvisit around the area of Costadel Sol and Malaga Spain.

If you enjoy seeing old architec-ture and experiencing a bit ofhistory then visiting the Alca-

zabo or the Citadel, which is thegreatest fortress in Andalucia

would be a great choice for yoursightseeing agenda. This cita-del was built sometime betweenthe eighth and eleventh century.Youll also, as a history buff, wantto hit one or two of the museumthere on the site of the citadel.One is actually an archeologicalmuseum and is an area favorite.

If you love fourteenth centuryarchitecture and buildings then

be sure to check out the castlethat is located in Malaga. Thisis the castle of Gibralfaro, andis open for you to tour to actu-ally experience the areas fulland beautiful history. Youll beable to enjoy a beautiful viewof he entire city as well as theport from Gibrlfaro. This castleis actually very near the citadel,which makes it a convenienttour for you and can probably beaccomplished in just one day.

There is actually an amusementpark in the Costa del Sol, whichis the Tivoli Amusement Park.This is great if youre visiting thearea with you entire family or justlooking for an adventure. Thepark hosts daily shows, has greatrides, and has beautiful botani-cal gardens for you to tour.

If you want to see a great land-mark of the area then you shouldvisit The Cathedral of Malaga.

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London Zoo - DaysOut With The KidsA day at the London Zoo with the kids can

be one of the most memorable days of their

childhood. Whether the kids seek an adven-

ture lled with animals of the sea, the slith-

ering reptiles, the magnicent airbound,the ightless or the swinging monkeys, an

unforgettable animal adventure awaits the

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The London Zoo is located in the heart of Londonnear Primrose Hill and Regents Park. You will beable to access the zoo by automobile, bus or tube.It is important to note that the zoo does not allowfor re-entry once you leave the premises, so becertain to plan for the entire duration of your visit

prior to walking through the entrance.

Have a PlanThe zoo is quite large with a number of exhibitsand animal attractions. In order to fully maximizeyour time at the zoo and to ensure everyone in thefamily leaves happy, devise a plan at home. Createa list of must see animals and animal attractions,the animals everyone would like see and one forthe animals everyone can live without seeing ifyou run out of time or the weather becomes un-favorable. Keep in mind, a number of animals are

housed indoors and several indoor exhibits existon such occasions.

The Older KidsKids between the ages of 11 and 15 are able toparticipate in the Junior Keeper For A Day program.The children will spend 3 hours in the morningon a supervised excursion of a behind-the-sceneslook into the life of a zookeeper and to be ableto meet the animals up close. They will feed theanimals, learn about the animals and learn exactlywhat it takes to care for such animals.

LogisticsChildren often have loads of energy in the morn-ing and they begin to lose momentum come theafternoon. Consider the logistics of your adventureto accommodate the energy levels of your childrenas a way to maximize the enjoyment of your timeat the zoo. Start at the far end of the zoo in themorning and work your way to the front as theday progresses. Once the children are sufcientlyexhausted, you will be near the exit which willhelp to preserve the cherished memories of theday rather than to struggle to get your childrento the exit while passing all of the animal exhibitsonce again.

Save MoneyThe zoo has a tiered payment scale based on ageand time of year. It is far more affordable to visitthe zoo during off-peak season rather than duringpeak season. You will receive a discount by bookingonline and if you have a membership for those whointend to visit frequently. Do not forget that oneadult enters for free with any child registered inthe Junior Keeper program. You might also consider

bringing your own snacks; however, be certain tocheck the food policies on the website prior to yourdeparture to ensure the policy has not changed.



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