3821. Great Barge Holiday Reads: The Little Paris Bookshop
September 30, 2016
Taking canal or river cruises in Europe is partly about seeing the beautiful sights of countries like France, Italy, Holland, Germany, Ireland and the UK, but it is also about taking time out of our hectic lives and enjoying the slower pace of life on Europe’s waterways.
Gliding leisurely th...
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3822. Behind the Crus of French Wine
September 30, 2016
Anyone who has enjoyed taking wine tours through the beautiful vineyards of France, or perhaps just toured the French section of the wine aisle in the supermarket, will have come across the term ‘cru’ on French wine labels. But while it may sound impressive and have us reaching for the bottle, have ...
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3823. Scientific Switzerland: A Visit to CERN
September 29, 2016
Many families wonder, after the age of Disney and rollercoasters, where to take their children that will garner that ‘wow’ look on their faces. Sadly, teenagers and young adults today are fairly difficult to impress.
However, there is rarely disappointment when visiting CERN in Geneva. Bein...
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3824. Cueva de los Verdes: Journey into the Heart of Lanzarote
September 29, 2016
On the surface it is obvious what makes Lanzarote a top holiday destination. The brilliant sunshine, sandy beaches, warm sea breezes, are all exactly what most holiday-goers look for in a getaway destination. However, Lanzarote’s beauty goes much further than its surface appeal. The Canary Islands’ ...
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3825. The IFRC: Geneva's One-Of-A-Kind Museum
September 29, 2016
The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, known as the IFRC, has a long and significant history of work all around the world. Their headquarters is based in Geneva where a museum, depicting their efforts towards humanitarian causes, has been established. The Red Cross Mus...
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3826. Behind an International Classic - The Patek Phillipe Museum
September 29, 2016
If one object could symbolise all the attributes and characteristics of Switzerland, it would definitely be one of the classic watches created by the famous Patek Phillipe & Co. The world-famous design company of these highly sought-after collectibles was founded in 1839 and is located in the centre...
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3827. Geneva's St. Pierre Cathedral: The Seat of the Reformation
September 29, 2016
St Pierre Cathedral embodies Geneva’s impressive culture and history. Over 850 years old, this architectural delight is not a landmark to be missed during your visit to the city. In the centre of the old town, a romantic walk over cobbled stones and past authentic buildings will lead you to the Cath...
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3828. National Lorry Week to Encourage Others to Climb Aboard
September 28, 2016
It is no secret that there is a shortage of HGV drivers in the haulage industry at the moment. Retirement beckons for 35,000 drivers in the next 5 years, while it’s predicted that only 17,000 people will be recruited for haulage work in that time. It is appropriate, then, that the Road Haulage Assoc...
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3829. Keeping Your Hands on the Wheel: Drivers and their Mobile Phones
September 28, 2016
I was surprised to read earlier this month that there has been a significant increase in the use of handheld mobile phones while driving on British roads. You would have thought by now that everybody, especially those of us involved in haulage work, would be aware of the dangers of taking your hands...
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3830. A French Canal Holiday: The Best French Châteaux to Visit
September 28, 2016
I love France! I love the food, the art, the history and everything about it. That’s why I go there at least once a year for a weekend break or on a French canal holiday (my favourite way of seeing the country).
France, like the UK is crisscrossed by a network of rivers and canals that provi...
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