A Main Sea Port

Stornoway is a burgh on Lewis in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland. It is situated 30 miles off the north west coast of Scotland and it is the main seaport of the Hebridean Island. It is also the administrative centre for the island. In 1887 the lifeboat station was established and a boat house and 43m slipway were built at a cost of one thousand pounds. In 2005 the Lifeboat Medical Adviser Brian Michie was awarded the MBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours. During the 1800s there were over 1000... Read more »

The Gateway to the Isles

The town of Oban is the unofficial capital of the West Highlands know as the Gateway to the Isles. Oban itself literally means little bay, derived from the Gaelic An Ob. the largest town between Helensburgh and Fort William It is a busy working port. As fishing goes their main catch is prawns, scallops clams, crabs and lobsters. About 75 percent of the catch goes to France, Spain and Italy. The Harbour is the real heart of this West High land town. The Corran Esplanade is great for walking a long,... Read more »

City Break In Menorca

If you are looking for a holiday that is something a bit different from usual then a city break sailing in Menorca could be just the thing for you. This is a unique and exciting break that you are unlikely to forget any time soon. One of the best places to go sailing in Menorca when on a city break in Fornells Bay. This is because it is completely enclosed, safe and protected from the waves. This makes it a great place to start regardless of whether you are an expert or have never sailed before.... Read more »

The Capital City of Papua New Guinea

Port Moresby lies on the southeast shore of New Guinea. It is the city capital and administrative centre of Papua New Guinea. British Captain John Moresby, named the port after his father. Port Moresby is a sprawling modern city with a population approaching half a million. A ridge divides the older town from the newer island suburbs. Its exports are plywood, timber copra, coffee, rubber and gold. Saw milling, brewing, tobacco processing, and the manufacture of handicrafts and concrete are the principal... Read more »

Looking For Discount Theme Parks

It seems like you can find theme parks wherever you look. These theme parks are in many cases very affordable but very crowded. Sometimes you will need to come when the season of fun is just ending for tourists. This way you are sure to find many types of discount theme park coupons or tickets. When you enter on a discount theme parks could be blocked with lots of people all wanting to have fun in a variety of rides. The ticket or coupon that you have in your hands is like a golden pass key in some... Read more »

Island of Ship Wrecks

The Isles of Scilly forms an archipelago of islands off the south western most tip of Great Britain. There are 55 islands in total 5 inhabited and 50 uninhabited. The largest island, St Marys then Tresco, St Martins, Bryher and St Agnes. Scilly is famous for its danger to shipping and its many shipwrecks. Tourism is estimated to account for eighty five per cent of the island’s income. In 1975, the islands were designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The capital is Hugh Town,... Read more »

What Disneyland Ride Do You Want To Enjoy?

I am very sure that every one has heard of the Magic Kingdom. That fantastic place where your dreams seem to come true, and all of your worries just vanish away in a puff of smoke. The place that I am speaking of is Disneyland. Here in this fantasy world you can whirl your way through all of the great Disneyland rides that you can find. Now just in case you think that these Disneyland rides are like the one you will see in other theme parks, hold on to your hats. For as you plunge through icy caverns... Read more »

The City with the Leaning Tower

Pisa is the capital city of the Province of Pisa and is on the right bank of the mouth of the Arno River on the Ligurian Sea. In the 20th century Pisa started again began to flourish, thanks to the development of its trade, industry, university and, in more recent times, its fame of tourists world wide. Pisa is becoming a popular destination for short breaks and backpacking trips. With a number of low-cost airlines now flying to the city. The city has retained much of its old charm, with the 16th... Read more »

Home of the Chine

Shanklin is a popular seaside resort on the Isle of Wight it is on the south east side of the island. It is one of the oldest towns on the Isle of Wight. A pier was built in 1890 and the cliff lift was opened in 1892. The pier, was destroyed in the Great Storm of 1987. The name of Shanklin derives from its famous Chine. There is the Old Shanklin, which has picturesque thatched cottages and gift shops selling lots of unusual gifts. A grassy strip on the duff top is known as Keats Green, named after... Read more »

A City on Hong Kong Island

Kowloon is located north of Hong Kong Island. Kowloon City is a district in Hong Kong. The name Kowloon means Nine Dragons. It is mostly residential with a few commercial centres. It is built on the site of the ancient Kowloon Walled City. To get to Kowloon is by the Star Ferry from Central to Tsim Sha Tsui, or most of Hong Kong’s rail lines also converge on Kowloon. It is the place to go for cheap and authentic Chinese food. The place is heaven for shopping. The main area for shopping is... Read more »