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Fire Festival in Scotland

When we’re getting snowed under and hit by frost, Scotland is already greeting spring. In honor of the season of renewal and blossoming, the traditional Fire Festival takes place there-a picturesque, bright celebration that is over 1,000 years old.

Since Viking times, the fire celebrations haven’t changed much. At dusk, numerous torches light the streets of Scottish villages and cities as people bring light from far off to the central square.

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Posted by: To Trip on Thursday, 10th Apr, 2008

London Events - January 2008

Visitors to the 2008 Collins Stewart London Boat Show, which takes place from 11-20 January 2008, are spoilt for choice with things to do, see and hear throughout the Show. Now in its 54th year, the Show promises to offer something for everyone and will welcome some 140,000 people.

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Posted by: To Trip on Tuesday, 8th Jan, 2008

London accommodation: hotels, apartments, bed and breakfast, budget options

When living in London it is important to remember that the nearer you are to the centre of London, more expensive it will be. The standard of accommodation will vary according to the type of hotel, flat or house you choose, in addition to its location.

As a general rule, hotels can be expensive and you may want to seek accommodation in a
flat/house share/halls of residence as a cheaper alternative. Rates can vary according to time of year.

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Posted by: To Trip on Tuesday, 8th Jan, 2008

Getting around London

The easiest way to get around London is by public transport. Oyster is the cheapest way to pay for single journeys onTubes, buses, DLR and trams in London. You can store your Travelcard/Bus Pass and/or cash to pay as you go on your card. Just touch your Oyster card flat on a yellow card reader each time you make a journey. Remember, You can store cash on your card to pay for single journeys as you go.

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Posted by: To Trip on Tuesday, 8th Jan, 2008

London accommodation: Best London hotels

If you are looking for accommodation in London we offer you Top 10 luxury hotels in London.

Parkcity
18-30 Lexham Gardens
Kensington
London W8 5JE
England
The deluxe Parkcity Hotel, set within the exclusive district of Kensington and Chelsea, London, epitomizes total elegance and style. Offering a high level of service, the property offers the ultimate in modern facilities.

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Posted by: To Trip on Friday, 13th Jul, 2007

London attractions: London Eye (aka London wheel, Millennium Wheel)

Although London is a great place for tourists with a lot of signs and historical places, London Eye (aka “Eye” and “Millennium Wheel”) is definitely a “must-see” when visiting London.
British Airways sponsored London Eye, so it officially named “the British Airways London Eye” while visiting observation wheel called “flight”.
Eye grants you the best bird’s eye views of London. It’s incredible photogenic at sunset.
It moves slowly, so you will have enough time for Central London sightseeing and enjoy the ride.

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Posted by: To Trip on Thursday, 5th Jul, 2007

Liverpool restaurants

Liverpool’s restaurant and bar scene has blossomed over recent years, so you can choose the place with your taste and budget.

You can find a good variety of trendy restaurants and bars in the Albert Dock which is a five minute walk away. There’s a good restaurant guide that you can get free from tourist centers. Look for a little square booklet - beige and red on front. Some of the best places are on Hope Street.

Frankie and Bennys is nice theres one on the east lancs to. Also good is ASK in Queens Square its Italian and looks v.posh but actually its really nice very reasonable and great food and service.

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Posted by: Pretty Tourist on Thursday, 5th Jul, 2007

London dining: Rules restaurant

While searching for London dining - take a look at one of the famous restaurants in London located near the Charing Cross (35 Maiden Lane, Covent Garden).
London restaurant guide will tell you that Rules restaurant, opened in 1798 by Thomas Rule is one of the oldest. Decored in high Victorian style, it will give you experience of high society dining where you can feel the style of an old gentleman’s club with old-good style mannered waiters.
Rules restaurant provide it’s customers, most of those are acting professionals, British cuisine and is a must-see place for the good quality traditional British cooking.

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Posted by: To Trip on Saturday, 30th Jun, 2007

London seafood restaurants

I’d like to advise you trying seafood. It’s a source of protein in many diets around the world. There are many seafood restaurants with food of great quality. They suggest trying any sea animal or seaweed that is served as food or is suitable for eating. These restaurants offer Bouillabaisse, Calamari, Ceviche, Cioppino, Clam chowder, Moules frites, Sashimi, Sushi by the best Fresh Seafood Recipes. I suggest the best seafood restaurants include celebrity favorites for romantic meals out and restaurants, which welcome larger groups, and also London seafood restaurants average prices.

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Posted by: Pretty Tourist on Sunday, 17th Jun, 2007

London restaurants with kids

There are two places all kids love, whether London or Brighton, and that’s Gourmet Burger Kitchen (best burgers in London!) and Wagamama (oriental, not Chinese, some Japanese + Thai blend style) . This restaurant will appease all of you.

Both informal dinning experiences, child-friendly with kids menu & portions to suit.

Try Giraffe, locations around London.

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Posted by: Pretty Tourist on Wednesday, 13th Jun, 2007