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• Indochina Sails attends Intern Indochina Sails attends International Tourism Fair in Spain

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    Indochina Sails announces to attend the International Tourism Fair in Spain from January 30, 2013 to February 3, 2013. We welcomes all attendees to discuss about the possibilities of working together.
    Indochina Sails is the first and biggest company to offer overnight cruises on the bay, now widely known as the number one choice for discerning travelers, operating a fleet of six newly built wooden junks designed in time-honored traditional style, with contemporary and luxurious cabins and facilities. All Indochina Sails' boats feature spacious, well-appointed cabins and suites with large en-suite bathrooms, large sundecks with comfortable lounging furniture and elegant dining rooms and bars; they are designed and fitted to international standards while maintaining traditional styling, creating the perfect balance of modern comforts and nostalgic ambiance.
    
    
    From January 30, 2013 to February 3, 2013, the International Tourism Fair - Fitur is going to be held in Spain. Indochina Sails aims to promote Luxury Cruises in Ha Long Bay, Vietnam with the luxury segment, which is addressed to people who want to live a unique experience, with personalized service, privacy, tranquility and simplicity about the New Seven Wonder of the World. 
    Fitur - International Tourism Fair in Spain.
    Attendee: Le Phuong Nhi – Director of Sales and Marketing
    Hall: Pabellón 8
    Stand Number: 8E26
    Email: dosm@indochinasails.com
    Website: http://www.indochinasails.com
    Tel.: 84 4 3984 2362 / Fax: 84 4 3984 4150
    We look forward to meeting you!
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• Indochina Sails kicks off hot Indochina Sails kicks off hot offer for the Summer 2012

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    Halong Bay - one of the New Seven Wonder of the world, has become the most attractive destination for tourist when come to Vietnam. Visit Halong Bay, tourist will have chance to see the spectacular nature which the Creator award for Halong. Go with the development of Halong, Indochina Sails in over 10 years, has contributed in introducing the beauty of Halong all over the world by providing cruising overnight package on Halong Bay. Indochina Sails is one of the first companies to offer tourist cruising on Halong Bay and now it become one of the most luxury cruise in Halong Bay
    
    
    
    Backed by 10 years experience hosting international travelers on the tranquil waters of Halong Bay, Indochina Sails has set a new standard for luxury cruising. Now widely known as a number one choice for discerning travelers, Indochina Sails operates a fleet of four newly built wooden junks designed in time-honored traditional Vietnamese style, with contemporary and luxurious cabins and facilities. Now Indochina Sails have 6 Boats (4 Boats Indochina Sails and 2 Boats Valentine).
    
    
    Our boats feature spacious, well-appointed cabins and suites with large en-suite bathrooms, large sundecks with comfortable lounging furniture and elegant dining rooms and bars. We have designed and fitted our boats to international standards while maintaining traditional styling, creating the perfect balance of modern comforts and nostalgic ambiance.
    
    
    In order to refresh your coming vacation to Vietnam, Indochina Sails would like to give out the hot offer for thepromotion package 2012. If you book the 2 days 1 night or 3 days 2 nights overnight cruise on Halong Bay of Indochina Sails, you will have chance to catch out promotion package. This will be including:
    • Shuttle bus Hanoi - Halong - Hanoi
    • Kayaking on Halong Bay
    • Massage at Touch Spa in Hanoi at http://www.touchhanoispa.vn/
    This promotion is valid to 30 Sep. It is about one month left, if you are planning your vacation in Vietnam, just make your decision and we will do all the rest for you!
    For more information about the package promotion, please visit websitehttp://indochinasails.com/en/promotion.html
    
    
    Supported by Indochina Sails - The most luxury and safest cruises in Halong Bay
    
    
    INDOCHINA SAILS
    Hanoi Office
    Add: 27 – A6 – Dam Trau Quarter – Hai Ba Trung District – Hanoi – Vietnam
    Tel: +84 – 4- 39842362
    Fax: +84 – 4 – 39844150
    Email: info@indochinasails.com
    Website: www.indochinasails.com

    
    

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• Best cruise in Halong Bay – Ho Best cruise in Halong Bay – How to select!

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    Halong, literally “Descending dragon Bay”, is a true wonder of Vietnam and natural heritage site which is recognised by UNESCO. Around 3,000 limestone islets rise from the emerald waters, and no matter how many pictures, stories, and movies of Halong Bay you come across, you still need to see it with your own eyes.Cruising around Halong Bay can be enjoyed from small junk boats or luxury cruises. There are about 500 licensed boats, and on any given day, up to 300 of them will be plying the water.

    

    Halong Bay must be seen with your own eyes, but make sure to pick the right cruise. Therefore, choosing theright cruise for your vacation can be a hard job. Here are some tips for you to pick the best cruise inHalongBay.

     

     

     

    Don’t look for the cheapest option. Ask what’s included in the price and if safety equipment is provided. Please remember that you’ll get what you pay for in Halong Bay.

     

    Better prices are often offered by reputable travel agents or specialists. The prices listed on cruises’ websites are public prices which are more expensive than travel agents’ prices. In the low season from May to September, the prices can be 20 – 30% lower than the high seasons.

     

    Budget cruises are often full of guests and you can’t do much about the quality of food and services. Mid-range cruises are better in terms of cabins, food and services. They can also easily adapt your special requests. The luxury cruises offer additional services such as wifi, or massage. The food is better as are the cabins.

     

    Check the weather before you go. If storms and rain are forecast, don’t go because the cruises can be cancelled at short notice by the Authority of Halong Bay. The best time to visit is April or November.

     

    Do your homework before you book the cruise. There are hundreds of cruises in Halong Bay which means there are thousands of tour operators and travel agents selling these cruises. Prices vary and can be hundred of dollars different. So research before booking can save you money.

     

    There are some reputable cruises in Halong Bay such as Indochina Sails. Backed by 10 years experience hosting international travelers on the tranquil waters of Halong Bay, Indochina Sails has set a new standard for luxury cruising. Now widely known as a number one choice for discerning travelers, Indochina Sails operates a fleet of four newly built wooden junks designed in time-honoured traditional Vietnamese style, with contemporary and luxurious cabins and facilities. Now Indochina Sails have 6 Boats (4 Boats Indochina Sails and 2 Boats Valentine)..

    

    About the Itinerary, please visit http://www.indochinasails.com/en/itinerary.html for more information.

     

    Supported by Indochina Sails - The most luxury and safest cruises in Halong Bay
    
    
    INDOCHINA SAILS
    Hanoi Office
    Add: 27 – A6 – Dam Trau Quarter – Hai Ba Trung District – Hanoi – Vietnam
    Tel: +84 – 4- 39842362
    Fax: +84 – 4 – 39844150
    Email: info@indochinasails.com
    Website: www.indochinasails.com
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• Luxury Cruise through Vietnam' Luxury Cruise through Vietnam's Historic Halong Bay with Indochina Sails

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    Halong Bay, only 105 miles from Hanoi, is a UNESCO World Heritage site and considered to be one of the most beautiful places in the world. Guests will be surrounded by hundreds of lush islands, each with names that reflect their unique shapes, like Voi Island (Elephant), Ga Choi Island (Fighting Cock), and Qua Chuong Island (Bell). The over 900 islands are said to have been created when God sent a group of dragons to help the Vietnamese fight invaders.
    
    
    When the dragons spit out jewels and jade, the islands were formed and blocked the invaders' path. Once the dragons decided to stay in peace, many of the islands were given names to honor them. Bai Tu Long Island is where the young dragons looked after their mothers and Back Long Vi Island is where young dragons played in the sea and wriggled their tails.
    
    
    
    Indochina Sails, an extension of luxury cruise company Huong Hai Junks, boasts over ten years of experience, bringing guests from all over the world to the beauty of Halong Bay, Vietnam. Featuring tropical weather, guests aboard a cruise through the bay should expect warm, humid weather in the summer and cold, dry weather in the winters. Regardless of the season though, guests will be able to witness limestone karsts (which have undergone millions of years of various environments), isles in assorted sizes, and many caves with ancient legends surrounding them. Set in Quang Ninh province, the Halong Bay has a rich history and we think it would make for a beautiful luxury vacation.
    
    
    
    As one of the first companies to offer overnight cruises, Indochina Sails has six vessels in their fleet, each designed to reflect a traditional Asian style, while still supplying guests all the modern amenities needed. All of their boats have spacious cabins with large en-suite marble bathrooms (complete with massage showers), sundecks, freshly cut flowers, dining rooms and bars. Rich wood and large windows accent the rooms, with luxurious linens covering the bed to ensure a good night's sleep. The rooms vary depending on which of the six ships you choose for your cruise, whether it be one of the four Indochina Sails or one of the two Valentine vessels.
    
    
    Two Premiums ships are available, the Indochina Sails Premium and the Valentine Premium, each offering guests more space and more exclusivity. The Valentine is a full-service vessel and offers everything the other larger boats do, except this one only has two deluxe cabins on board. The Indochina Sails Premium is the newest to the fleet and features 24 cabins, a massage cabin, and a gym. With bigger windows than any of the others, guests will be able to relax in the lounge without having to sacrifice views of the bay.
    
    
    Guests are sure to be charmed by the many legends as they cruise through crisp waters and admire Mother Nature at her best. Indochina Sails offers a cruise for two days and one night, and a cruise for three days and two nights, each with an exciting itinerary. For the two days one night itinerary, on the first day guests will be taken to Luon Cave and explore it by either bamboo boats or kayaks. Titop Island is next up, where you can swim at the beach or hike up the mountain for photos opportunities. Day two will bring a Surprise Cave visit, where one can find a small fishing village and visits to some of the area's most untouched locations.
    
    
    Rates vary depending on cabin type, cruise length, and season but can range anywhere from $330 to $788 per cruise. The rates include sightseeing fees, tour guides, and insurance.
    
    
    For more information about itinerary, please visit our website http://www.indochinasails.com/en/itinerary.html
    
    
    INDOCHINA SAILS
    Hanoi Office
    Add: 27 – A6 – Dam Trau Quarter – Hai Ba Trung District – Hanoi – Vietnam
    Tel: +84 – 4- 39842362
    Fax: +84 – 4 – 39844150
    Email: info@indochinasails.com
    Website: www.indochinasails.com
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• Indochina Sails - Luxury Cruis Indochina Sails - Luxury Cruises on Halong Bay Vietnam

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    One hundred and seventy kilometers from Hanoi, in northeastern Vietnam,Halong Bay is a UNESCO World Natural Heritage website and undoubtedly 1 of the most gorgeous locations on earth.
    The bay is a magical blend of land and sea with thousands of limestone islands and islets in a myriad of shapes and sizes. A lot of the islands include caves and grottos, some hidden away for millions of years, but now accessible for our lucky guests to explore and marvel at their immensity and spectacular displays of stalactites and stalagmites. The bay is bordered on the south and southeast by the Gulf of Tonkin, on the north by China and on the west and southwest by Cat Ba Island and encompasses 1553 square kilometers.
    Backed by over ten years experience hosting international guests on the tranquil waters of Halong Bay, Indochina Sails has set a new standard for luxury cruising. The first company to offer overnight cruises on the bay, we are now widely known as the number one choice for discerning travellers. Our fleet of six newly built wooden junks are designed in time-honoured traditional style, with contemporary and luxurious cabins and facilities. What better way to experience the natural beauty and spectacular seascape of this UNESCO World Heritage site than on board an Indochina Sails junk!
    
    Each of our boats functions spacious, well-appointed cabins and suites with significant en-suite bathrooms, a large sundeck with comfy lounging furniture and an elegant dining room and bar. We have designed and fitted our boats to international standards whilst maintaining traditional styling, producing the best balance of contemporary comforts and nostalgic ambiance.
    Our boats are built in Vietnam, utilizing neighborhood supplies and the handiwork of skilled craftsmen and artists. The wood featured in the interiors is known as “go huong”, which translates as aromatic wood, it is a highly durable and beautifully grained wood which adds to the wealthy and warm character of the boats.
    
    Our new boat, the Indo three, also features ceramic artworks handcrafted in Bat Trang, nicely identified as the house of the country’s most talented ceramic craftsmen. All of our boats are decorated with silk from Van Phuc, the “Silk Village”.
    The “Valentine”, perfect for those searching for a much more exclusive and intimate expertise, is a full service vessel offering all the facilities and amenities of our bigger boats, but with only five cabins 4 Deluxe cabins at 19 square meters every single and one Suite cabin at 30 square meters, all with Jacuzzis.
    Whichever of our boats you sail on we make your journey special proper from the commence by supplying our own private pier to embark from.
    Supported by Indochina Sails - The most luxury and safest cruises in Halong Bay
    INDOCHINA SAILS
    Hanoi Office
    Add: 27 – A6 – Dam Trau Quarter – Hai Ba Trung District – Hanoi – Vietnam
    Tel: +84 – 4- 39842362
    Fax: +84 – 4 – 39844150
    Email: info@indochinasails.com
    Website: www.indochinasails.com
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• Indochina Sails - Luxury You D Indochina Sails - Luxury You Deserve

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    Discover Halong Bay tours by cruise Halong Bay Vietnam. Backed by over ten years experience hosting international guests on the tranquil waters of Halong Bay, Indochina Sails has set a new standard for luxury cruising. The first company to offer overnight cruises on the bay, we are now widely known as the number one choice for discerning travellers. Our fleet of six newly built wooden junks are designed in time-honoured traditional style, with contemporary and luxurious cabins and facilities. What better way to experience the natural beauty and spectacular seascape of this UNESCO World Heritage site than on board an Indochina Sails junk!

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• WILD BEAST MIGRATION. WILD BEAST MIGRATION.

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    Safe Ride Tours and Safaris is a Kenyan locally registered tour operator manned by highly qualified, experienced and friendly staff.  We handle incoming clients who want to experience the best of either Kenya or Tanzania  wild Beast migration .Our main objective is to help our clients realize their holiday expectations,leaving sweet memories that will outlast the actual adventure.

    Safe Ride has its own, well maintained fleet of safari vehicles driven by highly trained, professional English and Spanish speaking driver guides. Our mountain climbing guides and porters are also highly trained on rescue and first aid services.
    Our Safaris: We have Safaris and itineraries spread from Kenya to Tanzania,including climbing both Mounts Kenya and Kilimanjaro, thus giving our clients a rare chance of visiting two countries at the cost of one.
    Quality and Reliable Services: We strive to offer high quality services that one can always rely on. Our efforts in quality and reliability have been widely recommended by visitors from all corners of the world. The widely referred LONELY PLANET TRAVEL GUIDE, in their current 2009 edition (Page 72), 2006 edition(Page 65), and the previous 2003 edition have also recognized our consistentsuperior and reliable service.

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• 2012 Luxury Hotel Barge Cruisi 2012 Luxury Hotel Barge Cruising Brochure Available from European Waterways

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    European Waterways has officially launched its 2012 hotel barge cruising season with a colorful new brochure that features the newest addition to its fleet, the 12-passenger Panache, and their newest on-board amenities. Europe’s largest and most distinguished luxury hotel barge cruising company, European Waterways’ vessels cruise in France, Italy, Scotland, England, Ireland, Holland, Germany, Belgium and Luxembourg.

    “With the largest fleet of hotel barges cruising Europe’s picturesque canals, rivers, and lagoons, we offer sophisticated travelers the widest choice of destinations and experiences,” said Derek Banks, Managing Director of European Waterways.  “We have been in business since 1974 and are recognized as the first choice for luxury hotel barge vacations.  Our discerning passengers look forward to escaping the crowded cities and immersing themselves in the scenery, history and relaxed lifestyle of Europe’s beautiful countryside – all while sampling some of the best local and regional wines and enjoying superb cuisine expertly prepared by our on-board master chefs.”

    Every all-inclusive six-night cruise features escorted excursions to nearby historic and cultural attractions, gourmet lunches and dinners onboard, plus meals at select fine dining establishments, an open bar stocked with top quality wines and spirits, the use of all outdoor barge amenities such as bicycles and spa pool, and local transfers to/from the barges upon arrival and departure.

    New this year is the “Barging and Biking” option, for the more adventurous passengers. This complementary option provides clearly marked maps with suggested routes, backpacks containing a hearty boxed lunch, and everything else the bikers might need to explore the surrounding countryside and charming villages along the way.  Some barges also carry tandem bicycles, offering another romantic way for couples to enjoy their relaxing barge cruise.  In addition to booking cabins on scheduled cruises, an entire vessel can be chartered for family events, as well as by groups of friends or members of clubs or associations. The charter cruise itineraries can be customized for family-oriented activities, wine appreciation, walking and hiking, golf, and other interests.

    “All the favorite vessels and cruises are back, from Burgundy to the Scottish Highlands, from the River Thames to the lagoons of Venice,” said Banks.  “Our 2012 season is already shaping up to be one of our strongest yet.  With special pricing on select Spring cruises, it’s an even better reason to enjoy this unforgettable experience, and take advantage of the great value, that is a European Waterway’s hotel barge cruise vacation.”

    Bookings are now being accepted for the specially priced Spring cruises and all other European Waterways’ 2012 cruises.  Prices are from $3,230 per person and from $23,400 for full boat charters. For a copy of European Waterways’ 2012 brochure, log on to www.gobarging.com, where you’ll also find additional information on cruise rates, discounts, cruise schedules, and itineraries. European Waterways can also be contacted at 1-877-879-8808 or by email at sales@gobarging.com.

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• Lumina Luxury suites and Mexic Lumina Luxury suites and Mexico City

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    The Lumina Luxury Suites Hotel is a modern, 8 month old private enclave in the Polanco section of Mexico City. The hotel is within walking distance (10-15 min walk) of Chapultapec Park - the zoo and many of the major museums are in the park.
    
    The Lumina is a true oasis in the hustle & bustle of Mexico City. It is for residents only and you get buzzed in - reception is manned 24/7. The hotel & decor is modern with lots of black, white, silver, and pale pastels in the color scheme. On check in you are greeted by Barbara, the hotel manager and shown to your room and given a tour of this wonderful hotel. Check in is quick, pleasant and very efficient. Right now most of the guests are business travelers with a few of us leisure travelers - they would love to start getting more leisure travelers and Barbara was happy that I was going to do a write up of the place.
    
    There are 12 suites in total - 1 and 2 bedroom. All of the 2 bedroom suites have private courtyards and only 1 of the 1 bedroom suites has a private courtyard. We had a 2 bedroom and I highly recommend the 2 bedroom suite - a true home away from home. Our suite had 1 bedroom with a king bed and the other bedroom had 2 twin beds. There is a living/dining room combination, a full kitchenette, 2 bathrooms and 1 large courtyard and a smaller courtyard. All areas of the suite were tastefully and comfortably furnished and the kitchen came equipped with china and silverware for 4, pots and pans, microwave, coffee and tea maker and a reasonably priced fully stocked mini bar. The bathrooms are large and had robes, slippers, hairdryer and nice toiletry articles - very soft and fluffy towels too! Even q-tips and cotton pads for wiping your face. The living area had a comfy leather couch and the dining area had a table and chairs for 4. Everything you would need for an extended stay. Bose sound system with a removable Ipod that you could take for your walks around the city and what was really neat - when you check in there is mobile concierge service - they give you a mobile phone that is programmed with the Lumina's number that you can take with you on your travels around MC -if you get lost or just tired - hit the number for Lumina and they will immediately send a cab to pick you up - we did not need to use this but it was nice to know that we had this option if we needed it!.
    The courtyard off the living area was truly private with comfortable chairs and a table and we enjoyed sitting out there in the mornings and evenings. The smaller courtyard had 2 chairs and a table if you wanted to eat outside. The courtyard walls are composed of Lumina's signature living garden walls - pretty neat concept - concrete walls entirely planted with flowers. The beds were the most comfortable hotel beds I have ever slept on - soft as silk linens and a very fluffy comforter - I felt like I was sleeping on a cloud all enveloped in my cozy nest - did not want to get out of bed in the morning!!! On check in they ask what time you would like your continental breakfast and what kind of juice, teac, coffee, etc. you would like - it is delivered and they set the table for you and you are ready to eat - good selection of breads, rolls, fruit and excellent service. The hotel also has a small gym, steam and sauna rooms, great spa (we did not have time to use the services but the information they sent me had some very enticing treatments listed) and a real nice rooftop deck.
    The restaurant is for guests and their friends only and since we only had 2 nights we ate in the restaurant both nights and food and service were excellent.
    We arrived around 12 noon and wanted to go to the museum - the concierge got a map and great directions all ready for us and away we went to Chapultapec park - walking throught the park is very pleasant with lots of statues lining the way. We passed the zoo which was huge and wished we had time for a visit. We arrived at the National Museum of Anthropology and it is a must see for any visitor to Mexico City - wonderful exhibits of all the different time periods and indigenous people of Mexico. After about 4 hours in the museum we headed back to Lumina for a wonderful dinner and a comfy nights rest. 2 nights dinner and laundry services ran us about $130US - pretty reasonably priced for a 5 star hotel.
    The next day we used the services of Wayak tours for a trip to Teotihuacan - Wayak has very reasonably priced tours and very informative guides - I would recommend them for your stay in Mexico City - they also have tours in many other places in Mexico and a whole fleet of buses that can take you all over Mexico. Our tour not only included Teotihuacan but the Shrine of the Virgin of Guadalupe and a brief 45 min stop in the main zocalo of MC. All place that any visitor to MC should see. Teotihuacan is awesome and so big!
    I am sorry we only had 2 nights in this wonderful hotel & city - we could have easily spent a week at Lumina! I am not usually a big fan of real modern hotels and decor but it worked well here and you felt at home - we absolutely loved it and would go back again!

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• Blessing of the Fleet, Darien Blessing of the Fleet, Darien GA

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    Just a girl (ok, woman) and a dream: to go to as many wacky small-town festivals as possible. And the Blessing of the Fleet seemed perfect.

    Which fleet? Well, it’s for the shrimp boats, which isn’t exactly beshert for a someone who keeps kosher, but feh, it’s a FESTIVAL! Go anyway! I don’t have to eat the shrimp, just celebrate someone else’s livelihood.

    So high school friend Regina and I loaded up the car and drove to Darien (an hour South of Savannah). Dad suggested we take the scenic route to avoid the highway. Sage man. Except that apparently even the scenic route to Darien is quite dull.

    And sadly, that was foreshadowing; the festival was also dull. Your basic parade (B-), bouncy things for the kids, crafts including hair bows, hand-made miniature shrimp boats (impressive), and an unnecessary number of “artists” painting their perspectives on the landscape. We ate some stomach-ache-inducing lunch, looked at each other, shrugged and said, “I could leave.”

    I was guilt-stricken for talking up festivals and then not delivering; Regina was heart-broken on my behalf. That’s what good friends do: wrestle emotionally without cause, play a fun song and get over over it!

    We opted not to go back the next afternoon for the actual blessing. Each boat would be blessed individually. One at a time. Not efficiently all together. Plus we had read the blessing already on the website:

    “May God in Heaven fulfill abundantly the prayers which are pronounced over you and your boats and equipment on the occasion of the Blessing of the Fleet. God bless your going out and coming in; The Lord be with you at home and on the water. May he accompany you when you start on your many journeys: May he fill your nets abundantly as a reward for your labor; And may he bring you all safely in, when you turn your boats homeward to shore…. Amen”

    We turned our boat (AKA crossover vehicle) homeward and were much happier for it!

    See you at the next festival – it surely will be better!

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• package tour in Egypt. package tour in Egypt.

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    Tour In Egypt has been operating since 2000. Mr. Belal Bahgat started the firm. We have worked in tourism for more than 10 years, and built an excellent name and reputation in that field.

     

     

    Tour In Egypt specializes in internal and international tours. We offer all kinds of service including :

     

     

    * Organizing sightseeing tours

    
    * Religion Tours

    
    * Creating tailor made programs on request

    
    * A fleet of Air-Conditioned buses, minibuses, and limousines ready for transferring you any time, anywhere in a most comfortable way

    
    * Meeting and assisting services upon arrival and departure.

     

     

    
    Tour In Egypt has built its reputation working with respectable people like you. Our experience of working with big names ensures that you find a professional management and experienced team.

     

     

    There are at least six valid reasons why it would be advantageous for you to do your tour with us :

     

     

    * All our operations are computerized

    
    * VIP treatment for all our clients

    
    * An assistant will provide all you need at any time even during sight seeing or long distance transfer

    
    * We offer professional tour-guides at any time in any language even during emergency cases

    
    * All means of transportation are air-conditioned

    
    *We reconfirm flights and train tickets on request.

     http://WWW.tourinegypt.net

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• East Mooring Basin East Mooring Basin

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    The fishing fleet is in!

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• The Shady Dell The Shady Dell

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    Shady Dell RV Park in Brisbee Arizona offers a fleet of vintage Airstream trailers for guests.

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• Fort Flagler, WA. Fort Flagler, WA.

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    Fort Flagler, along with the heavy batteries of Fort Worden and Fort Casey, once guarded nautical entrance to Puget Sound. These posts, established in the late 1890's, became the first line of a fortification system designed to prevent a hostile fleet from reaching such targets as the Bremerton Naval Yard and the cities of Seattle, Tacoma and Everett. Construction began in 1897 and continued in one form or another until the fort was closed in 1953.

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• Fort Flagler, WA Fort Flagler, WA

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    Fort Flagler, along with the heavy batteries of Fort Worden and Fort Casey, once guarded nautical entrance to Puget Sound. These posts, established in the late 1890's, became the first line of a fortification system designed to prevent a hostile fleet from reaching such targets as the Bremerton Naval Yard and the cities of Seattle, Tacoma and Everett. Construction began in 1897 and continued in one form or another until the fort was closed in 1953.

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• Oops Wrong Way...Let's Go To K Oops Wrong Way...Let's Go To Krk Instead

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    We left the Neboder Hotel in Rijeka about 9:00 am in our rented Skoda for a day trip to the Istrian peninsula.  Navigating the city in our first full day in Croatia was not as straight forward as we had thought, and we found ourselves heading east out of the city instead of west.  By the time we realized our mistake, we were already about 15 kilometers east of Rijeka.  Rather than turn around and retrace our route, I suggested that we see if we could get to the island of Krk, off the southwest coast of Hrvatska, as the Croatians call their nation.  I had read a little about the island during our trip planning, and since we weren’t on a rigid schedule, away we went!

     

    Our first stop was at Kraljevica, on the mainland of the Adriatic coast, for coffee and a stretch of the legs.  Like many Croatian port cities, Kraljevica is a blend of the old and the new, modern ships unloading their freight, a centrum complete with a castle, shopping, cafes, and everything you would expect in any city, but small enough to get around quickly, and with few tourists. 

     

    Between my limited Russian, a little pidgin Croatian I learned for the trip, and my wife’s passable Italian, no English was spoken at all during our visit because no one we met spoke any.  It was obvious that few Americans have ever taken the road down to the center of the city to the coffee shop at the end of the main street.  We hung at the central park for a while and visited the Kastel Zrinski before getting on the road.

     

    From Kraljevica we headed east to the Krk turnoff.  We weren’t sure if there was a ferry or not.  Turning south, we found a modern bridge as impressive as anything you will see on the interstate highway system in the United States.  After paying a modest toll, we drove through the rolling hills of the northern part of the island.  The two-lane highway was comparable or better than the rural highways in our home state of Nevada.  In about an hour, we were on the outskirts of Grad Krk. 

     

    Krk (pronounced just like the renowned starship captain) is a mecca for Italian tourists, but visited by few Americans.  Small kiosks sell grappa and souvenirs outside the walled city, sharing space with the Sunčani sat (a stone vertical sundial), and outdoor restaurants.  The large marina serves a fleet of small craft and yachts and is very picturesque.

     

    There are four entrances into the city.  We chose entry through the southwestern entrance, a small portal marked by a Roman plaque that is barely noticeable between the vendor stalls.  Inside, the city is a maze of narrow polished cobble-stone streets and adjoining buildings and homes all built with native rock and completed with painted plaster in most cases.

    
    

    

    Our first stop inside the city walls was the Kamplin, a large public square adjacent to the Frankopan Castle.  The oldest tower of the castle dates to the late 12^th century and construction was completed in the mid 13^th century.  Today the area is used for festivals, concerts, and outdoor theater.  A single art vendor, his cat, and a few strolling couples were the only inhabitants on this sunny autumn day.  A small gate on the north walls of the castle opens to a rock stairway down to the sea.  A great view of the harbor, the modern residential sections of the city, and the rocky coast were well worth a few minutes braving the brisk Adriatic winds.

    
    

    Most visitors enter Krk through the main entrance on the west which opens into the Vela placa, a public square where modern banks, restaurants, and shops give little indication of the rich history of the city.  The strange mix of old and new is perhaps most reflected by the ornate cistern which was built in 1557 but moved to its new location during restoration work in 1997. We had a memorable lunch of fresh anchovies at the Terasa café and tasted our first Karlovec beer (one of the Croatia’s leading brands).  We were not disappointed in either the fish or the brew.  Cats, which seem to be ubiquitous in the old town sections of Croatian cities, waited none too patiently for treats from the tourists whose language was strangely unfamiliar to them.

    
    

    One of the prominent features of the Vela placa is the Old City Hall Tower, a two-story structure completed in 1493.  The old arched entrance into the city now serves as the location of a modern coffee shop. 

    The tower includes a unique clock with a 24-hour face.  Originally, the clock only had one hand, probably because of the limits on the mechanical clockworks  A minute hand was added to the clock in the 1990s, when the old mechanical works were replaced with an electrical system.

     

    The skyline of Grad Krk is dominated by the domed bell tower of Krk Cathedral, built in the 11^th and 12^th centuries on the site of a 5^th century basilica.  The cathedral is part of a complex that includes the Romanesque Saint Quirinis and Saint Margaret churches. We also stopped at the Roman frescoe which was located in a small room next to an equally small bar.  We did not have to time to visit the many other city attractions such as the Benedictine Convent of St. Mary, the Stanic Gallery, and the Freedom Gate.  The weather was a little to cool and windy to take advantage of any of the city beaches.  After enjoying Grad Krk, we studied the road map and decided to take a circuitous route back to the mainland.  We had no idea where we are going or what we might find, but the map showed that we would eventually end up where we wanted to be and, figuring that we might never again be on the island of Krk, set off on our way.

     

    Ĉižići lies on the east of the island, across a small bay from its sister city of Solini.  The two towns are separated by a picturesque tidal flat where the locals come to bike, wade, sun, and relax.  A narrow man-made spit extends northward into the sea with a dramatic view of the mainland coast in the background.  We enjoyed a picnic snack and then headed for Rodine on the east side of Island Krk. Unfortunately, we arrived at Rodine too late to visit the Biserujka caverns (maybe next time).

    
    

    

    Along the way, we saw a shepherd slaughtering a sheep.  We stopped, and when he quizzically looked at me, I showed him my camera and asked “photograph?”  In perfect Italian, he simply shrugged his shoulders and went about his work.   I made a picture of his efforts as his sheepdog patiently waited for scraps.

     

    The northeast part or the island is harsh terrain with stunted vegetation and a landscape of boulders and rocks.  Unsuitable for cattle, sheep are the major agricultural commodity.  According to the Croats we spoke with, this part of the island was once forested but had been denuded of its timber to supply Venice with pilings to keep that Italian city above water.  Once the trees had been cleared out, erosion removed the native soils, leaving behind a stark landscape of rocks and boulders. 

    
    

    

    Not to be stopped, the Croatians of Krk lined the roads with rock walls more than a meter tall, constructed circular sheep corrals that are visible on Google Earth, and built every house and building, including new construction, with the native rocks loosely bound together with mortar and a few precious wooden lintels and roof beams.  Rocks and boulders everywhere, a dreamland for geologists.

     As dusk fell, we headed back west to the main highway and a journey to the mainland and Rijeka, reaching our hotel about ten hours since our departure.  While we did not have the opportunity to see the entire island, we were able to turn our wrong turn in the morning into a wonderful day trip that allowed us to experience and enjoy a special part of Croatia. 

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    Scandanavia and Russia Cruise

    Aboard RCL Jewel of the Seas

    May 17 – 29, 2009

     

     

    Embarkation at Harwich Pier

    Since Harwich pier is about 2 hours from Heathrow Airport, we arranged for a private driver take us to the pier.  Some people may opt to take the train or metro but I must caution not to have more than 2 pieces of luggage.  Our private driver, Matthew, arrived promptly and we had wonderful conversation on the drive to the pier.  It’s always nice to talk with someone from the area who can explain how the “real” people live.

     

    RCL’s The Jewel of the Sea is a beautiful ship with a real feeling of light and space.   We had an interior cabin and it was nice, but I must say that a Baltic cruise necessitates a balcony cabin (or at the very least a window).  What better way to enjoy the wonderful scenery as you sell into port than relaxing on your private balcony.  Just think a scenic Alaska cruise multiplied by 3.

     

    Copenhagen, Denmark

    The ship docked within walking distance of the Little Mermaid statue. And yes it is little.  Home of fairy tale writer Hans Christian Andersen, Copenhagen is chock full of attractions, including Strøget, Europe’s longest pedestrian shopping street. Don’t miss the dazzling display of the Danish crown jewels at Rosenborg Castle.  I particularly liked the bicycle clock in the town square.  Tivoli is an amusement park with a twist -- even the merry-go-rounds are special, using a fleet of Viking ships instead of the usual horses.  The Danes love this place and frequent it often.

     

    Copenhagen is considered the "fun" capital of Scandinavia and is also the most affordable.  We found the city full of charm, with all its canals, narrow streets, and old houses; very clean and easy to walk around without getting lost.

    
    Stockholm, Sweden

    At about 6:30 am we cruised the magnificent archipelago, which lines the coast and leads into the city of Stockholm, Sweden.  This is a sight to behold and worth waking up early to witness.  Sailing into Stockholm through the archipelago was smooth as glass and reminded us of Alaska's inside passage without the really tall mountains. Beautiful, expensive homes all along the coast and with the early sunrise we had great views

     

    The ship docked away from the town.  Rather than buy shuttle tickets, the Hop On Hop Off bus people pull right up to the ship. Shuttle bus was $12 per person round trip and the Hop On bus was $25 per person for the day.  If you want to plan ahead, you can also pre-purchase a Stockholm card which provides admission to the Vasa Museum, City Hall tour, Canal Boat Tour and the Museums of the Royal Palace.

     

    Most European countries have churches, but Stockholm has its city hall, which is where the Nobel peace prize is awarded.  Don’t miss the Vasa Museum, which houses a royal flagship raised from the harbor more than 300 years after she sank in 1628 on her maiden voyage.  This ship was commissioned 300 plus years ago by the King and was to be the grandest war ship of it time.  Unfortunately, bad engineered coupled with an arrogant king who refused to listen to the experts, the ship sank on its maiden voyage.  It was discovered INTACT and brought to the surface 320 years later.  It took 20 years just to prepare the ship for display after it was raised.  It is an amazing sight.

     

    Families were out enjoying the day all over the city since the day we arrived was a holiday.  And there were bicycles everywhere, as well as public bicycles you could use for free.  Just put in a coin, use the bike for as long as you want, return it and you get your money back.  Now that’s what I call a good deal.

     

    The Danes practice their own joie de vivre.  According to our guide, they are a bit unconventional but affable, have big hearts, party to get drunk, love saunas, and are tolerant of all lifestyles and persuasions.  She also admitted that  that there is al rebellious streak of independence in them.  She mentioned that their cartoonists even dare to depict Mohammed as a physical person, which would get them into trouble in less tolerant societies. But at the same time, they tell their King what to do and consider him as nothing more than a figure head to be used to promote Sweden to the rest of the work.  Kind of a contradiction to me.  And the whole tolerance thing I could not really understand.  Some may think this is good, but I could not help thinking.  If they tolerate everything, does this mean that they don’t stand for anything?  Just my thought.

     

    Helsinki, Finland

    The ship docked in a very industrial area.  You might not want to walk into town as it was rather far with no clear path. We caught the HOHO bus right at the pier for 24 Euros.  You can also pre-purchase a Helsinki card which provides public transportation, admission to the museums, and a bus tour. If you choose to see the city on your own, do take the shuttle bus into town.

     

    Our tour took us to the White Church, Olympic Stadium with views of the city from the tower, Sibelius Monument and again a traditional meal for lunch.  We found Helsinki to be a very cosmopolitan city.

     

    St Petersburg, Russia

    Our cruise included an overnight stay in St Petersburg and was the highlight of our trip.  Founded in 1703 by Peter the Great, St. Petersburg is among the world’s most beautiful cities.

     

    Please note that even though you are on a cruise, you can not get off the ship in Russia without a visa or you are not part of a scheduled tour.  I would like to pause a moment to stress the benefit of having a private guide in this country.  For instance, at the Hermitage we went straight to the front of the line. Although the museum was extremely crowded, several times we would walk into a room and have it to ourselves.  We also in the room alone to hear a wonderful men’s group sing and the acoustics were great.  I felt bad that I left my purse in the bus and was not able to give them a tip.

     

    St. Petersburg Day 1  -

    It was not a problem getting off the ship for our private tour.  Outside, we found the SBP Tours (Demurs and Red October guides were all there too) and our guide and driver.  Tim, our guide, is a professor of Russian Literature at the St. Petersburg State University and very intelligent with excellent English skills and a lot of knowledge regarding the history of St. Petersburg and details about the royal families, the architecture and the buildings and interiors.

     

    We wanted to experience “local life” so our tour included a ride on the subway metro station, hydrofoil, and canal ride.  The escalator to the subway descended several hundred feet and the station was beautiful. No pictures allowed. It was rush hour and we had been asked to leave our belongings and passport in the car with the driver. The people on the subway didn't look very happy and didn't smile or make eye contact with us or even with each other.  This began to make me a little uncomfortable so I made eye contact with a woman on the subway and smiled.  After a brief hesitation, she smiled back and other smiled also. We rode two stops and ascended to meet our driver. The stations are elaborate and clean.

     

    Once back in the van I asked Tim if there was prejudice or racial inequality in Russia.  He explained that although the rest of the world thinks capitalism is a good thing, after years of communist rule, it is very hard for many Russian people to adapt.  This helped me to understand the unhappy faces and my perception of coldness on the part of the people in the street.

     

    From there we drove to Catherine's Palace. At all stops, our tour operator pre-purchased our tickets and said the magic words "SBP Tours" to get us past any lengthy lines. The palace was under renovation in some areas, which is understandable when you see the size of the palace. Next we drove to Peterhof town, to visit Fountain Park. Don't miss it. Thousands of tulips were in bloom and there were fountains, ponds, statues and people everywhere. We had lunch at a small restaurant that only locals visit.  We had pancakes, but not the ones we are used to.  I thought they would be like crepes but they were much heartier.  Mine had chicken and mushroom.  Yummy.  Next stop was Yusopov's Palace and then return to the ship.

     

    Day 2 – The next day we met SBP Tours on the pier at 9:00 am and took excursions to St. Peter and Paul Fortress, the Hermitage, Church on the Blood and St. Isaac's Cathedral. Each and every stop was breathtakingly beautiful and ornate. We stopped at a local souvenir shop that had the best deals of our trip.  Just wish I had more money and more time. 

     

    Again we had lunch at a place where only the locals go.  I know this to be true because there was not a tourist in site and I did not hear English spoken.  This time I had hot borscht (made with beet root as its main ingredient which gives it a strong red color, and rabbit pie.  It was delicious and loved it.

     

    Tim was knowledgeable about the history of the families (all the Peters and Catherines and Alexanders began running together that I wishied we had a diagram of a family tree). The Hermitage is so large we were told it would take 8 hours a day for 8 years to see all the exhibits. Original masterpieces by Gauguin, Picasso, Van Gogh, Monet, Renoir, Matisse, and many, many others. Fabulous rooms with magnificent chandeliers, painted ceilings, gold, mosaics, malachite and lapis vases and tapestries everywhere!

     

    The city is full of unbelievably beautiful buildings and artifacts, and the history is complicated and sometimes tragic with invasions by the Swedes and Germans, wars, murders within royal families and other political assassinations. We can't even imagine how much time and money were spent to restore St. Petersburg after the Germans occupied the palaces and bombed them on their way out.

     

    Tallinn, Estonia

    Tallinn is a beautiful medieval city.  We took the HoHo bus for a tour of the city.  After Bill went back to the ship, I just wandered the cobble stone streets and took copious pictures. No set itinerary, just wandered in and out of churches etc; munching on roasted almonds distributed in the city square by girls in authentic dress, enjoyed the parks and old city walls.  Finland is only 53 miles across the Baltic so this is probably a great weekend getaway for people in the surrounding countries.

     

    Oslo, Norway

    We sailed into Oslo early, passing beautiful hillside and coastal homes and the vegetation is beautiful and green. The Jewel docked downtown across the street from Akershus Castle, situated on a cliff just above us. It looks more like a fortress than a castle, and has beautiful grounds and cannons pointing to the harbor.

     

    We purchased tickets for the local trolley at the local currency exchange booth right on the pier.  It was only a short walk to the train stop and we were on our way to Vigeland Sculpture Park. 

     

    The Vigeland Park is the largest sculpture park made by one single artist in the world.  The park is separated into 7 sections – The Main Gate, Bridge, Children’s Playground, The Fountain, the Monolith Plateau, The Monolith, and the Wheel of Life.  The park houses more than 300 intricately carved sculptures signifying human life on Earth. Very green and graceful and the artwork was fascinating.

     

    We saw lots of families out and about so decided to leave the park and walk through the surrounding neighborhoods.  The first thing we saw was the Greek embassy and walked upon a family preparing for a party in a church converted into a restaurant.  Lots of families pushing baby strollers. A word of caution - Food is very expensive in Oslo. We saw Pepsi for $5.00 and a simple salad for $30.   Therefore we came back to the ship and had lunch in the Windjammer.

     

    Overall Impressions

    We loved this itinerary and thought the ports were scenic, clean and the people friendly. Biggest surprise of all was Tallinn, which we'd expected to be a bit grim but was quite pretty and interesting. The sail into Stockholm was well worth getting up at 6am to see.
    
    The weather in May was wonderful.  We had light rain in St. Petersburg and most of the dreary weather was during sea days.  We have found that late May or early June are great times to visit that region. The weather is warm and the water is calm. The number of tourists is high, but not overwhelming.   I would high recommend this cruise.

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