Archive | July, 2007
Jakarta Goes Green

Jakarta Goes Green

If everything goes as planned, 14% of Jakarta will consist of parks by 2010.

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New UNESCO Site on Madagascar

New UNESCO Site on Madagascar

UNESCO recently voted the rainforest area Atsinana on Madagascar to their World Heritage List. Atsinana, the eastern part of Madagascar, have six national parks well worth a visit: Marojejy, Zahamena, Masoala, d’Andringitra, Ranomafana, Ihorombe and d’Andohahela. Masoala is the largest national park in Madagascar and have been recreated in Masoala Rainforest at Zurich’s Zoo in Switzerland.

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Luxury Shopping in Paris

Luxury Shopping in Paris

Few cities emphasize the concept of sophistication better than Paris. The city has inspired numerous writers, artists and designers with its haute couture and exquisite sense for grace and style. Prices on luxury pieces are undoubtedly high, but people on a tight budget can easily spend hours of window-shopping in the finest fashion districts. The [...]

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Mexico’s Best Design Hotels

Mexico’s Best Design Hotels

Residing in a design hotel with a hip ambience and a sophisticated feel will give you a remarkable vacation experience. These six Mexican hotels are a safe bet.

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Currency Converters

Currency Converters

Currency converters are a helpful tool to use before traveling abroad.

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Freighter Travel

Freighter Travel

Does the idea of traveling with a freighter boat appeal to you?

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Free Internet Access All Over Paris

Free Internet Access All Over Paris

In Paris, 400 wifi hotspots have been installed in public libraries, different parks, museums, and town halls throughout the city. There are still a few parts of some arrondissements without Internet access, but the estimation is that the whole of Paris should be covered by September. To find a wifi point near you, check out http://wifi.paris.fr and click at the link below “Localisation des [...]

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Cyber Cafes Across the World

Cyber Cafes Across the World

Could you be on the road for several months in a row without access to Internet? I’ve never tried. I could probably make it, but wouldn’t want to do it. Before your next trip abroad, don’t forget to visit cybercafes to search their database of 4208 internet cafés in 141 countries.

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New York City’s Best Bagels

New York City’s Best Bagels

I think all bagel lovers have found their favorite bagel bakery in New York, despite the city’s overwhelming options.

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Fresh Strawberries

Fresh Strawberries

Can you eat anything better than newly picked strawberries in the summer? I doubt it. In Sweden, strawberry picking is very popular during the summer. The best ones are usally eaten in June or July. Even if you live in a city it’s often not far to the countryside and big strawberry beds where you can pick your own [...]

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