Crowne Plaza Hotel Policies & Reservation InformationThe Crowne Plaza Hotel Policies and Reservation Information page will provide you with all information you will need to make a reservation and stay at the Crowne Plaza.Guaranteed ReservationsTo guarantee a reservation at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, a valid credit card is required at time of booking. If a credit card is not available, your reservation will only be held for a minimal time...more
New Plymouth is a typical city in New Zealand where life trots along at a leisurely pace and the scenery is simply breathtaking. This picture postcard like city is the kind of place where one can completely loose track of time doing nothing but admiring the scenic beauty of the surroundings. This peaceful corner of the earth struck gold in the year of 1866 when a group of companies hired experts to locate and harvest the oil...more
No matter where you travel, you must always be aware of the potential for natural disasters. Specifically, which ones are common in that particular part of the world. Anytime you are near the coast, particularly the Pacific Rim, there is the potential for tsunami. This being said, the likelihood of getting struck by a tsunami is incredibly slim. However, you should always remain prepared.Here are a few tips to keep in mind, in case the worst should happen.1. Know your Region- Find out whether you are backpacking in a region that is at risk for being struck by a tsunami- Understand whether tsunamis have struck in the past 2. Look for warning signs- Are there signs on the beach that warn of tsunami danger- Look for signs that point which direction to run in case of a tsunami 3. Prepare- Get information on the elevation of where you are staying- Get information on what spots offer a safe elevation in case a tsunami were to occur- Develop a plan for escape for the worst case scenario (mentally prepare yourself for the emergency). The last thing you want to do is panic 4. Watch for Natural Warnings- Earthquakes, rumbling ground, ocean receding, panicked animals, are all signs that...more
We had decided to try the Caribbean as a January destination as it is always warm the whole year, the people speak English, the country is stable economically and otherwise, and it offered scuba diving. We tried destinations closer to home such as Eilat, Hurghada, Lanzarote and Tenerife. I was coming to scuba dive whilst Alison was coming to do...more
Hurghada holidays have been inviting keen divers here for the last 50 years. This thriving tourist resort in Egypt’s Red Sea Riviera began life as a small fishing village and has developed almost beyond recognition over the last half century. It is roughly split into three main areas, although these are now so well developed they...more
It is always every parents pride to have a baby. To this effect, they will make sure nothing is left to chance when it comes to the comfort of the baby. If only it is within their means, they will make sure the new born baby is actually given the best of reception into this new world.Baby stroller travel system is one of the many items parents would like to have in place for the travel needs of the baby. The benefits of this are quite many.For instance in your attempt to transport your baby, you would agree with me that a number of bodily movements within the car is involved. Again, you wouldn't do anything to disturb the child when enjoying its sleep. If those are the points then you would also agree with me that there is absolutely no way you can realize this without the baby being worried. This is exactly when the baby stroller travel system comes in to serve a purpose. This facility will allow the baby to enjoy a sound sleep without being awaken.One other thing aside knowing the importance of the baby stroller travel system is the period where you make the attempt of buying one. In fact, there are several of them currently but trust me, it wouldn't be a wise decision to jump...more
Considering the nature of children, it is always wise that every necessary attention is devoted to ensure their comfort. Children by all standards need your love and care in order to be happy. One thing that is worth knowing is the fact that your...more
Once the baby arrives, it often becomes difficult for people to be very mobile or move out of home. This is because babies are delicate and have very special and unique needs that require being well taken care of. When you are just a couple you can...more
Travel systems are of great utility to parents who have small babies and desire for some mobility. Mobility is always a casualty when babies are small, because one would end up disturbing baby and also perhaps also have some hassles in terms of...more
When it comes to traveling systems, there are a lot of people who are a little wary of these systems as they have certain misconceptions about these. That is why when they have babies that are home bound till baby gets a little older. They even give...more
Many people from the UK have bought Spanish property over the years, and Spain is a really popular destination for the Brits. The weather is glorious, the food delicious, it only takes a couple of hours to travel to Spain by air, and Spanish villas...more
Vacation destinations don't get much better than the world famous Sunshine Coast, it has the tropics, sun and sand that everyone wants. And in addition to this there is some unbelievable shopping.You can find every kind of apparel, crafts, foods and...more