Good Friday

Posted on 29. March 2013 by Angelina

Good Friday is coming up on us quite quickly; this year it will be on 29 March – have you made any plans yet? What exactly is Good Friday anyway? Other than a day off work I mean. The day is part of the religious holidays surrounding Easter and the crucifixion of Jesus. Many people...
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Get away for the weekend to….

Posted on 28. March 2013 by Angelina

Sometimes we need to just step back and get away from our daily routine to recharge our batteries. A weekend getaway vacation is a perfect way to do that. Where can you go though…some place close enough that it only takes a couple hours at most to travel there, but far enough away that you...
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Take a chance, check out Macau

Posted on 26. March 2013 by Angelina

Most of us enjoy the thrill of putting a coin into a slot machine and pulling the handle...will you win something this time? Maybe you enjoy the roulette wheel, or a high stakes game of poker. However you look at it, we all secretly hope we can hit it big in a casino somewhere. There...
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Here a festival, there a festival, everywhere a festival

Posted on 20. March 2013 by Angelina

I love festivals. They are a time for people to get together, celebrate some event or person, and generally enjoy life in general. You have a chance to laugh at the silly antics of entertainers, listen to great music, sample wonderful food, and maybe even meet new people. I've attended a lot of festivals across...
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Oxford Cambridge Boat Race

Posted on 17. March 2013 by Angelina

The year was 1829; the location was the River Thames. A rivalry was heating up between Oxford University Boat Club and the Cambridge University Boat Club. Who was faster, who was better? The only way to really know was to have a race. Thus started a tradition that continues up to today – an event...
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Where do you go in China for the very best spa treatment?

Posted on 15. March 2013 by Angelina

Ah, the spa. You lay back and someone massages your face, and hands; it's bliss. You soak for a while in a hot tub, or sweat out your stress in a sauna. A few hours of this and your legs are jelly and you feel so relaxed you can barely put one foot in front...
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St Patrick’s Day

Posted on 14. March 2013 by Angelina

The 17th of March is coming up fast, and that means it's time to dress in green for...St. Patrick's Day. But, what exactly is this holiday and how did it get started. Well, the day itself is a celebration of the anniversary of St. Patrick, one of the patron saints of Ireland. Strict observers of...
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Can you plan a family oriented vacation China?

Posted on 11. March 2013 by Angelina

Let's face it; our family needs a vacation as much as we do. The children work hard a school, your spouse works hard, you work hard... you all work hard, and you need a chance to play, to explore, to learn and to bond as a family. I think China is one of those places...
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The four corners of China

Posted on 5. March 2013 by Angelina

When you mention China, most people think of massive cities, and industry on a scale the world has never seen before all contributing to breakneck economic development. Did you know though, that China has one of the most varied landscapes of any country in the world? As well, there are 43 UNESCO World Heritage Sites...
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Style and elegance at an amazing price

Posted on 4. March 2013 by Angelina

Shanghai is a pretty amazing city. With a population of over 23 million people, you can imagine that it can be a bit overwhelming at times. Sometimes you just need a place to wind down and relax; a place to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. There are quite a few hotels in...
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