NEW YORK, N.Y. – May 5, 2016 – KLM Royal Dutch Airlines’ new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner made its inaugural flight on May 4, 2016 between San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS). KLM’s first Dreamliner out of the United States features lower fuel consumption, a state-of-the-art inflight entertainment system, Wi-Fi for all passengers, and new World Business Class (WBC), Economy Comfort and Economy class cabins … [Read more...]
Looking At the Origins Of Blackjack; Where The Games Come From And Why It’s So Popular
Out of all the different casino games, blackjack is one of the most popular casinos games worldwide. A large part of its popularity may play a part in the fact of the games simplicity. Although the game requires great skill, and still to this day there are many guides on how to play blackjack and ways to test your skill on the game. It is still a game that most people are able to pick up very quickly which itself encourages people to play. … [Read more...]
Wine Trails, by Lonely Planet
52 perfect wine weekends await ... brought to life by Wine Trails, a hard-cover Lonely Planet published guide to 327 wineries spread throughout 20 countries. From France to the United States, this book covers the best of the old world with the new world. Coverage provided for each region is refreshingly not overwhelming - a short introduction is listed followed by a handful of recommended wineries (often both small and larger). The coverage … [Read more...]
A Few Interesting Notes about St. Barths in the Caribbean
Here are a few notes from what I was told by those living on the island and or from first hand experience. - Flying onto the short airport runway in a small plane is an exciting experience - The island is only 8 square miles but due to its mountainous topography feels bigger than it actually is - The island's electricity is powered by diesel generators - Homes have cisterns to collect rainwater - The roads are narrow and windy and people … [Read more...]
The Adventure Sports Capital of Colombia
The tiny town of San Gil, Colombia, is known as the “adventure sports capital of Colombia,” and my time there definitely lived up to the name. There are activities to suit every level of adventurer, including bungee jumping, paragliding, adventure caving, white water rafting, kayaking, cycling, rappelling, and canyoning. The central plaza in this friendly little town is a great place to unwind with a beer or a frozen mojito after a long day of … [Read more...]
5 Different Modes of Transport to Travel on Around the World
Transportation modes all over the world can be fascinating. If you are an avid traveller, for sure, you have noticed how means of transport vary from one city to the other. Keep on reading and learn more about some of the modes of transport that you can try around the world. Campervans in New Zealand If you are travelling with the family or with a group of friends, undertaking your journey in a campervan can prove to be an excellent … [Read more...]
Save the Date! 9th Annual Pebble Beach Food & Wine Returns March 31 – April 3 2016
A tradition that embodies the sophistication and refinement of the world’s finest culinary talents and restaurants in the world is set to arrive this spring for a once-in-a-lifetime food and wine celebration. WHAT: Pebble Beach Food & Wine, the preeminent food and wine festival attracting the most revered and talented chefs from across the globe, returns to Pebble Beach Resorts for the ninth year in a row, March 31 – April 3, 2016. Presented … [Read more...]
7 of the Most Luxurious Boltholes around the World
Luxury boltholes are perfect options to have some wonderful experience away from busy and noisy city life. If you want a change of scene and a break from the hustle and bustle atmosphere, consider spending some wonderful moments in some of the following luxurious boltholes around the world and escape your daily life: Water Villas in the Maldives The Maldives is always among one of the most popular luxury travel destinations in the world for … [Read more...]
Sark: Britain’s Lost Channel Island
'Welcome to Sark'- the sign read as I climbed the harbour steps onto the island. With rain lashing down, I ran through a short tunnel carved through the rock of the cliff- the only entrance to the island- and on the other side found a farming tractor, carriage in tow, parking up on the side of the road. 'There's the bus!' someone said, and everyone clambered on for the ride up the hill. This was Sark, an island of only a few square miles … [Read more...]
Time to exhale in the South of France
Provence triggers images of lavender, sun flowers and olive trees. Many have read the enjoyable novels written by Peter Mayle, visited anything Van Gogh in Arles and mused over the paintings of Cézanne. Everybody knows all areas of the Provence, or so they believe. There is a part of Provence less famous and therefore much less crowded than the Lubéron and the Midi. It is not a fancy area with famous wines or Michelin star restaurants but … [Read more...]
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