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Constance Moofushi Resort

Constance Moofushi Resort: 5 star Paradise hotel in the Maldives

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The name alone conjures up the crystal clear waters of the Maldives islands, sandy beaches and beautiful. And Constance Moofushi Resort does nothing to deviate from this stereotype pleasant. Its five stars shine above a beautiful sandy atoll of a circular shape: the coral reef surrounding a small patch of lighter color separating it from the dark blue of the ocean.

Constance Moofushi Resort

Each of the 110 villas, situated on the beach or on the water, offers an intimate and friendly atmosphere in a natural setting of extraordinary beauty, made of beautiful lakes, sandy beaches and verdant glades that will win you over right from the start. Read More »Constance Moofushi Resort: 5 star Paradise hotel in the Maldives

Statue of Liberty

The Statue of Liberty will reopen (maybe) in autumn

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August is not the best month to visit Manhattan in New York, when the asphalt bubbles, children play with the water that comes out of the hydrants, and to recover a little, ‘is almost obligatory to walk into a store, pretending want to buy something.

Statue of Liberty

In this case, if we arrive in New York this summer, it is good to know that the Statue of Liberty, one of the most visited spot in New York, is not yet open to the public, and that the recent rumors tell that it will be until the end of autumn, at the latest by the end of 2012 (we’ll see). Say it is not open, it means that you can not access to the Crown, the Fort and the pedestal of the statue, in practice it can be seen only from the “ground floor”, where you arrive and depart by ferry. A beautiful scams no doubt about it.Read More »The Statue of Liberty will reopen (maybe) in autumn

Flying with child

Flying with a child: our advice

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Although there is your “baby”, know that from 2 years, your child will not benefit an infant fee but a child rate… And up to 12 years only! Remember, if your child is 2 years during the trip, it will be a fee to Baby and Child Fare goes back!

Flying with child

However, for the minimum age, no problem: baby can take off from 3 days but pediatricians often ask to wait 7 days… Watch out for vaccines and procedures depending on the destination: it generally takes more than 7 days to obtain an identity document!

Each airline company applies a tariff policy different but overall, the reductions range from 70 to 90% for babies (while traveling on your lap or in a cradle) and 20 to 50% for children (with their own seat). Read More »Flying with a child: our advice

Eartha

Eartha: The largest rotating globe of the world, after the Earth

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Eartha

Reproduction of planet Earth made by DeLorme in Yarmouth (Maine, USA) presents itself as the world’s largest globe, even on the strength of its three-dimensional surface that reproduces the seas and mountains and the fact that performs the same rotation of our planet.

They called Eartha and locked in a large glass case inside the premises. Tourists and fans are allowed to see the ball land in 1999, after two years of work to put in place, it was entered in the Guinness Book of Records (thanks to its more than 12 feet in diameter).Read More »Eartha: The largest rotating globe of the world, after the Earth

Buckingham Palace

London: From July to October in the exhibition are the jewels of Queen Elizabeth

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From July to October in London you can visit Buckingham Palace. This year up to October 7 in the royal palace, in addition to the luxurious State Room and the treasures of the Royal Collection, you can see up close the jewels of Queen Elisabbetta II and its predecessors in the special exhibition “Diamonds: A Jubilee Celebration”.

Buckingham Palace

Just in the year of the diamond jubilee celebrations of the Queen, in fact, historical jewels, diamonds, crowns and tiaras will be visible to the many visitors to Buckingham Palace.

The exhibition will be on display to the public for the first time seven of the nine major stones cut from the Cullinan Diamond, the largest diamond ever discovered.Read More »London: From July to October in the exhibition are the jewels of Queen Elizabeth

whale watching cruises

Whale-watching cruises: scam or good plan?

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There are now whale-watching cruises in various places on the planet. From Quebec to New Zealand via the South African or Chile, regardless of the country where you go, you will find many offers to go to the whales and other marine mammals.

whale watching cruises

The first thing to check is the season when the whales frequent the waters on which you are visiting. Indeed, some companies will offer cruises year- round or almost, but sometimes you may be disappointed. And spending two hours in the cold and wet to see only small waves on the horizon and not a single fin can be very frustrating!Read More »Whale-watching cruises: scam or good plan?

Changing of the Guard

Free activities in London

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People tend to think that London is expensive, particularly because of the pound stronger than the euro… But there are many free activities in London to fill your days in the English capital, without spending a penny!

Changing of the Guard

Changing of the Guard: probably the most popular attraction in London, it is held at 11 am in front of Buckingham Palace where the two guards in traditional dress are identified by the two following. Another important ceremony takes place every evening at the Tower of London: the Ceremony of the Keys when the Chief of Guards closed the doors. Tickets are free but must be booked in writing at least two months before.Read More »Free activities in London

Dead Sea

The Dead Sea, your next vacation destination!

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Near Jerusalem, 85 kilometers from Tel Aviv, the heart of a mountainous landscape cut by steep gorges, the Dead Sea is actually a saltwater lake located in the heart of the Middle East, between Jordan, Israel and West Bank. The Israeli coast is the most popular because many tourist facilities have been completed and the sites offer modern comfort while allowing discovering the vast cultural heritage of the country.

Dead Sea

With an average salinity of 24%, no fish or no alga to survive in the waters of the Dead Sea and it is from this peculiarity it derives its name. This high salinity also results in a high density, so much a human being can float on water without a problem. It is, against dangerous and almost impossible to swim: the direct contact of water with the mouth or eyes may indeed be harmful.Read More »The Dead Sea, your next vacation destination!

try snorkeling

On holiday, try your hand at snorkeling…

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This year for your holiday at the sea, try snorkeling, accessible to all activity and that will leave you unforgettable memories!

try snorkeling

Snorkeling or free diving is to observe the seabed in shallow water, with a mask, fins and snorkel only. This mode is particularly interesting diving in warm waters and lively tropical seas.

You will be able to observe many species of fish directly by sunlight, and the famous sea stars, corals, octopus, and others. Snorkeling not asking to dive deep, it does not require special training and is quickly accessible to tourists.Read More »On holiday, try your hand at snorkeling…

prepare green plants

Prepare green plants before going on vacation

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Luggage: ok. Passports: ok. Children installed and secured in the car: ok. Breaker and cut other facilities, everything is ready to finally enjoy well deserved vacation. Nevertheless, for they are as successful and memorable, it is necessary that you return everything is in order, including an element that is generally forgotten within the scope of the frenzy: green plants.

prepare green plants

To learn how your plan does depart from you and with confidence, it is important to adapt your organization under your plant. Indeed, the vast majority of holidaymakers are closing their shutters before flying to their dream destination.

But many plants need light to thrive. We advise you not to leave the shutter open to give free scope to thieves, but simply to place them near a bathroom window or veranda/balcony, in your home.Read More »Prepare green plants before going on vacation