If like me you are an avid follower of the satellite (or digital) station channel Dave then you will probably have watched every single episode that has ever been made of a programme called Top Gear. Now, you would have to have been living under a substantially hefty rock for the past couple of decades to have never heard of Top Gear, but for those of you who are, shall we say, less enlightened I will lay out the basics.It is essentially a...more
Recently, four of my good friends returned from a cycling holiday around the southern French coast. They went for two weeks, camping and staying in tiny little B&Bs on consecutive nights, drinking far too much French wine and getting rather horrific saddle rash. Now, let me be quite clear here, cycling holidays are not my idea of fun. Horribly tight clothes and tiny tiny shorts, sat in an awkwardly painful saddle all day and having to spend eight...more
With its strange, barren lunar landscape and extraordinarily civilised and cosmopolitan city culture, Iceland is one of the most fascinating and alluring countries in Europe.Most people who visit here find themselves drawn back by the people, the culture and even the changeable weather.Five Tips For an Enjoyable VisitBefore you take the plunge and book your holiday here are five tips that should make your time more enjoyable: IcebreakersIcelands very own low-cost airline Iceland Express offers flights from both London Stansted and Gatwick, and from many other European cities. If you're flying from the UK and you're planning on parking at Gatwick it pays to book in advance through a company such as Essential Travel they offer up to 60% discount on the list price of Gatwick Airport Parking. Danger: Hot Water!Iceland is situated on a geothermal hotspot and the islanders use this very much to their advantage with Geothermal power plants supplying much of the islands electricity and hot water pumped straight into the home already pre-heated. This disadvantage of this to the uninitiated is that the water is very nearly boiling when it comes out of the tap a scalding 80...more
The Acropolis of Athens is one of the most spectacular ancient sites in the whole world, a legacy of perhaps the most influential civilisation that has ever existed and a testament to the enduring ideas that underpin most of what we currently know and believe in the West. With many companies, such as TravelZoo, now offering low cost holidays to...more
Being the second largest island of the Mediterranean Sea, Sardinia can easily be the Romantic Destination for one and everyone.So if it is the Moment, with a capital M of your lives, then pack your bags, grab your partner by the hand, and quickly book a holiday in Sardinia. Please do not forget the ring...It would be a pity! The wonderful...more
Vibha Lifesavers - Hi flying aviation provides a general guideline for patients to choose the right air ambulance services for domestic and international patient transfers. Questions you should ask - Answers you should get - DOES THE AIR AMBULANCE SERVICE HAVE A MEDICAL DIRECTOR AVAILABLE FOR MEDICAL CONSULTATIONS? Each patient should be evaluated by the medical director of the air ambulance service prior to transport. Because many medical conditions are affected by air travel, the Aviation Medical Specialist is trained to determine the proper equipment, personnel and aircraft required for each transport. Aviation physiology may affect the patient, so particular attention must be given to his/her condition and previous medical history. WHAT ARE THE TRAINING REQUIREMENTS FOR THE AIR MEDICAL TRANSPORT TEAM? All physicians, nurses and respiratory therapists should have extensive experience in critical care medicine. The doctors and nurses should be certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support, and be further trained in aviation physiology. WILL THE AIR AMBULANCE SERVICE PROVIDE BEDSIDE TO BEDSIDE CARE? It is important that the aviation medical team takes patient...more
The banks were also keen to facilitate anyone with an interest ensuring they werent going to be left out. Then the inevitable happened, banks foreclosed some even closed. The extent of the problem was laid bare for all to see. There were accusations...more
If you see a lot of kids wearing costumes and knocking on your doors to ask for candy and treats then it's Halloween. Costume is a tradition in these events and it wouldnt be fun for you, as well as for the rest of the family if you dont have...more
As a world famous resort, France is the most attractive place for all the people. So, many people who want to have a sight-seeing or do business have decided to learn French. Some people learn it from college; some from friends; some...more
Many gamblers consider Baccarat to be among the best of all the casino games available to players. The object of the game itself is pretty simple. Players can choose to bet on one of the two hands dealt at the table-that dealt by either...more
Have you ever stopped to wonder what we did before the internet was around? It seems a strange concept to contemplate a time without it. In fact for many teenagers the Internet has always been around. They have always been able to book holidays, book...more
Jet Airways has built a name for itself not only in the domestic but also in the international arena. The first name that comes in the mind of the travellers to get airline ticket, whenever they plan their air trip is to go for online jet airways...more