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Hi all
I just thought I would let you know that today I went to PADSTOW with my Mum, DAD and little boys.
We got there and waited. When I arranged this meet up I said to my dad “I WILL MEET YOU IN THE FIRST CAR PARK AS YOU DROP INTO THE TOWN”. I got there early and got my boys into thier winter cloths, it was bitter today.
11:00 was the meeting time and we were ready and waiting. 11:05 phone rang “WHERE ARE YOU?” We were in the first carpark, but not the right one!!
Any way, we fianlly met up and had a great day. We visited Rock on the ferry ( my lads just wanted to go there) We had a pub lunch, that was really good and filling. We then wondered around in the town for a while before we headed home.
Padstow is a great place for a visit. Rick Stein has helped make the town in recent years. He has made a difference although the towns folk may not agree. The food is great. The town is clean and the sea smell great.
November 18th, 2006
The Centre for Contemporary Arts in Glasgow presents the very best in contemporary visual art, performance, film, music, spoken word, club nights and more.
CCA is an environment where everyone can encounter experimental art or just enjoy the creative atmosphere. Whether you come to see a new work or have a cup of coffee, we want to provide the best experience possible. We have the confidence to be different and we present work that takes chances.
CCA is committed to presenting a challenging and diverse artistic and educational programme across art forms. The programme focuses on three key areas: visual arts, contemporary music and film, while also remaining committed to presenting dance, performance and spoken word through ongoing partnerships with other organisations in the city and beyond.
With financial assistance from the SAC Lottery fund in October 2001, CCA relaunched after a £10.5 million building development programme to redevelop the site at 350 Sauchiehall Street. Building work commenced in June 1999 the new building opened to the public in October 2001. Since that date, CCA has received over half a million visitors.
The building incorporates:
five performance/exhibition spaces
an education space
two Cafe-bar / restaurant facilities
a bookshop
space for up to ten cultural tenants
Scotland’s Cultural Entrprise Office headquarters
a studio flat for visiting artists and speakers
The CCA was established in December 1992 at 350 Sauchiehall Street, retaining the premises as a valuable city centre location for cultural use. As one of only four such contemporary spaces in the U.K., including ICA, London, Arnolfini, Bristol and Chapter Arts Centre, Cardiff, as such CCA has a clearly stated national role within Scotland’s cultural infrastructure.
CCA is established and recognised as one of Europe’s leading contemporary galleries, and in addition works with a range of artforms including visual arts, performance, live art, dance, music, talks and events. Recent additions to CCA’s remit include a defined music policy centred around improvised, experimental and electronic music. CCA:film concentrate on screenings of experimental and independent arthouse film and documentary film and films you may not otherwise get to see in Glasgow.
By awarding CCA with Lottery funds, The Scottish Arts Council showed recognition of CCA’s contribution to Scottish culture, commitment to the young emerging Scottish artist, creation of opportunities locally, nationally and internationally for that sector.
Likewise Historic Scotland’s financial support of the project illustrates the value to Scotland of the premises in terms of architectural excellence and uniqueness. In addition, the restoration of this Grade A listed building, designed by Alexander ‘Greek’ Thompson, within the heart of the city, illustrates that, together with the Mackintosh buildings surrounding it, this quarter of the city is a focus of architectural interest and the cultural usage of these buildings has a unique cultural tourism attraction.
November 11th, 2006
Many people with a desire to live overseas have difficulty in deciding where to go and are sometimes in search of help in making their decisions. Cultural and other activities frequently play an important role in the decision making process. One useful parameter to consider when deciding on where to live and work, I term the “Intellijeune” factor.
Intellijeune is compounded from the English (or French) word ‘intelligent’ and the French word ‘jeune’. meaning youth or literally young person.
The intellijeune factor or ratio is the ratio between the number of university or college students and the total inhabitants. Whether you are thinking of moving within your own country or of living abroad, the intellijeune ratio can be a useful parameter to consider.
The availability of higher education facilities benefits a city and its area in many respects. Not only is the visitor more likely to be exposed to young people and be able to interact with them on a higher intellectual level, but the community benefits too. Cities with a high student population are more likely to offer lively and diverse nightlife and cultural events.
Some students will remain in the city after their studies, thus helping to ensure a more stable economic future for the area. It might be dangerous to equate higher education with financial acumen, but that is my assumption.
That in short is the intellijeune factor. Could it be important to you in your decision making on where to live and work?
November 11th, 2006
A Six Star Luxury Experience / Radisson Cruises- Best Cruise Value
Radisson cruises come under the flagship of six star luxury cruises offering an opportunity to explore and discover three hundred ports on 6 continents, including Antarctica. All the luxury liners share the same style of accommodation, service, dining and amenities. Radisson Cruise has been twice chosen as the World’s best small Cruise line.
The passenger guests aboard the Radisson Cruise experience high standards of excellence in cruising and exciting discovery experiences across the globe. You are able to get some improvements, benefits or special events on a complimentary basis or at a minimal charges and some ‘extras’ with the cruise fares such as gratuities, non-alcoholic beverage all along your trip, wines at lunch and dinner, a wide liquor selection in the suite bar or a welcome wine or champagne upon embarkation. World Cruise and Cruise Liner Society has awarded the ‘Best Cruise Value’ Radisson Cruise for eleven consecutive years.
You can visit online to get information on the various destinations offered by the Radisson Cruise. During the summers, it is extremely popular to cruise to Alaska to enjoy its majesty and its wilderness. With Radisson, you experience a difference in cruising with its Seven Seas Mariner and all-suite all-balcony vessel sailing through Alaska. If you are interested to explore quaint fishing villages, colorful markets and ancient cultures - where you go fishing for marlin in Mazatlan, play snorkel in Cabo San Lucas or visit the Puerto Vallarta beaches, the Radisson Mexican Cruises provide excellent service.
Perhaps you would like to explore the idyllic islands of Tahiti with the Paul Ganguin ultra luxury cruise vessel with 320 guests aboard. The Paul Ganguin is equipped with doors, balconies and airy windows, appealing the tropical breeze. You can step off the sea-level water sports platform to experience a coral lagoon. Aboard this luxury vessel and discover the bewitching islands in fascination.
About The Author
Colin Hartness
Looking for information about cruises? Go to: http://www.whatcruises.com
‘What Cruises’ is published by Colin Hartness
- An excellent resource for Cruises!
November 9th, 2006
by: Greg Bessoni
Whether your flying out of Oakland International for business or leisure, we all know how parking at Oakland Airport can frustrate any human being. The lack of space, the price, the thought of your car being at an unsafe, insecure lot. As a frequent flyer myself, I understand that the person who only travelers maybe twice a year or 20 times year, the same holds true. Airport Parking is the toughest part of the trip. I have compiled a list of reason why it is extremely advantageous to “reserve” your airport parking before your trip out of Oakland Airport.
Reason 1: You will save money. The website I use is www.parkingaccess.com. They negotiate lower rates from the parking facility and offer them to you. You book online by making a deposit of the 1st day of parking, plus a small convenience fee. The 1 day of parking is then deducted from the total bill when you exit the facility. Parkingaccess.com provides you with a total quote as well. For instance, if you’re planning a trip for 7 days, parkingaccess.com will quote you 7 days, but only require the first day to be paid online. When you leave the facility, you’ll be responsible for only the remainder, or 6 days of parking.
Reason 2: You will save time. When you reserve airport parking, you know exactly where you are parking and that you have a guaranteed space. Unlike on-airport parking, where you drive up and down the rows looking for a space, the facilities that parkingaccess.com works with guarantee your space and directs you to it.
Reason 3: You car is safe and secure. Parkingaccess.com does a fabulous job making sure the parking facilities they work with; live up to the highest standards of customer service and security. Facilities are fenced, lighted, and open 24/7.
Reason 4: Never get lost again. After making your reservation, parkingaccess.com provides you with a map and directions that you can easily print out and bring with you on your way to the airport. We’ve all been there, trying to find a facility a friend or colleague told you about and waste 20-30 minutes searching for it.
Reason 5: Customer Satisfaction. Unlike on-airport parking, where you wait and wait for a shuttle bus to come pick you up, parkingaccess.com parking facilities either valet your car, or follow you to your car when you enter the lot. The shuttle bus drivers will even help you with your luggage and drive you immediately to your terminal, FREE of charge.
If only to look through the site to find information about the parking options at Oakland Airport, I highly suggest you visit the site before your next trip.
Parkingaccess.com will also assist you with any questions by emailing them at care@parkingaccess.com. Your trip starts and ends with parking, why not make it an experience you will remember, not dread to do again the next trip you make.
About The Author
Mr. Gregory Bessoni provides editorial on airport parking. Mr. Gregory Bessoni is the CEO and Founder of parkingaccess.com, one of the leaders on the Internet of providing airport parking reservations and airport hotel park and fly reservations.
greg@parkingaccess.com
This article was posted on June 21, 2004
November 5th, 2006