Archive for September, 2010
Air France launches New Paris-Orlando Service
Orlando, FloridaāSeptember, 2010āStarting in June 2011, Air France will begin operating flights on a code-share basis with Delta from Orlando to Paris-Charles de Gaulle.Ā The flights will be operated within the framework of the trans-Atlantic joint venture agreement signed in May 2009 between Air France, KLM and Delta and enlarged to Alitalia in July 2010. Under [...]
September 30, 2010
Posted in: Airlines & Railways
Exceptional cruises on an exceptional canal in France
The Canal du Midi is world famous and is listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. This exceptionally beautiful canal stretches over 240 kilometers between the City of Carcassonne and the Mediterranean Sea. The wonderful Mediterranean climate, the diversity of landscape, the rich history of the region, the established cultures, the acclaimed gastronomy and [...]
September 30, 2010
Posted in: France
Colombia touts Latin America as part of solution for UN goals
Story & Photo By Nelson Alcantara | September, 2010 (eTN) – Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos last week in New York at the UN General Assembly promoted the vital role that the resources of Latin America can play in achieving many of the global goals that the United Nations has set, from providing food to [...]
September 30, 2010
Posted in: South America
Icelandās foreign minister tackles climate change and same-sex marriage
By Nelson Alcantara | September, 2010 (eTN) – Geothermal energy could answer a substantial part of the energy demands of many poorer countries, Iceland’s foreign minister said last week in New York, telling United Nations Member States that it was time to consider initiatives to transfer expertise and financing to those nations in need.
September 30, 2010
Posted in: Iceland
The most mysterious place in the Czech Republic is Trosky Castle
What place is the most enigmatic, is woven with legends, and hides great mystery or the occult within? In a vote, readers selected several places that are sure to send shivers down your spine. Among them, for example, are the luminous passageway and phantoms of the Jihlava underground, the BĆ½ÄĆ skĆ”la (āBull Rock Caveā) for [...]
September 29, 2010
Posted in: Czech Republic
The 5th Annual Cherokee Art Market in Oklahoma to feature more than 130 Native American artists from the USA
TULSA, Okla., (September, 2010) ā If a pictureās worth a 1,000 words, then imagine the value of a room full of authentic Native American artwork. The 5th Annual Cherokee Art Market will feature more than 130 elite Native American artists from across the nation on Oct. 9 -10, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The [...]
September 29, 2010
Posted in: United States Central
Racing in Victoria – Canada’s Fittest City
2010 marks the 31st anniversary for the event that Runners World Magazineonce called a āMust-Do 26.2 Run Far Away Close To Home.ā The Royal Victoria Marathon now known as the Good Life Fitness Victoria Marathon, thanks to a new title sponsor, will take place October 10, 2010 in Victoria, BC.
September 29, 2010
Posted in: Canada
Leukaspis, Egypt – remains of an Ancient City Opened for Tourists
Two thousand years ago Marina was an important city. Nowadays, the Egyptian government supports archeological projects taking place there to make the site more appealing for tourists. The excavations of the ancient city will be opened to public.Ā Marina is a place where rich Egyptians have their holiday houses on beaches and where the elite relax. [...]
September 29, 2010
Posted in: Egypt
Tourists in Space by 2015!
Space travel has become quite an intriguing term in recent years. With Boeing’s recent news revelations, the first step into space tourism has been made and what can be called nothing else but āspace taxi’ may be launched as early as 2015.
September 29, 2010
Posted in: Outer Space
Discover Savings, Events & What’s New in California
Summer is winding down, but deals in California are still in full swing, as are a variety of events and festivals. September is officially California Wine Month, with great deals available throughout the state on wine-themed accommodation packages, making it an ideal time for a wine country getaway.
September 29, 2010
Posted in: United States West