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Write in (1)…The Mysteries of Tiwanaku by Jeff Houle
For a moment I understood why some would think that aliens had constructed these commanding ancient walls. Not even my site brochure would fit into the mortarless joints that separated the monstrous monoliths, whose journey to their resting place is not easily explained. I was in Tiwanaku in western Bolivia, 44 kilometers west of La…
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Write in (2)…Comments from readers
Previously my predecessor The Beetle requested readers help with naming her cheese, as produced on her farm in the Yorkshire Dales. Here are a couple of replies that might help other suggestions along and any marketing campaigns J Audrey from Florida says “I vote for Dales Select. Anywhere I can buy it here ?” Mac,…
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Write in (2)
Hello, Trailblazer is about to publish The Silk Roads: a route and planning guide 3rd edition. It’s a practical travel guide to the Silk Roads, the greatest trade route of all time. Content includes: * Planning your trip – information for all budgets whether you’re an independent traveller or joining a group * Practical information…
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Write in (exhibition at Grosvenor Museum)
Hi Everyone, There will be an exhibition in the Grosvenor Museum at beginning of next year and the organisers would like you travellers to be involved, so have a read and send your entries to: lucy.ashdown@cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk According to Lucy what would look good in the exhibition would be a selection of photos from Chester Globetrotters…
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News in the world of travel (1)
BP oil spill – the reality. TravelMole US Editor David Wilkening explains how misconceptions are causing further damage to tourism in the Gulf Coast. “Damage forecasts soon after the BP Gulf oil spill were bad. But then they got worse. Dead birds. Soiled beaches. The reality, however, is that the spill led to the deaths…
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News in the world of travel (2)
News in the world of travel US to start charging for tourist entry European travellers to the US will have to pay an extra $14 from next month for electronic visas. The visas, known as an Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (Esta), have been compulsory for UK tourists and other European visitors since January 2009.…
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Write for the eNewsletter
If you enjoy writing & travelling, why not write for the free Globetrotters eNewsletter ! The Ant would love to hear from you: your travel stories, anecdotes, jokes, questions, hints and tips, or your hometown or somewhere of special interest to you. Over 14,000 people currently subscribe to the Globetrotter eNewsletter. Email The Ant at…
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Web sites to muse about travel to:-
Web sites to muse about travel to From Matt Doughty about the UK and food http://www.travelmole.com/stories/1143210.php From Paul Roberts www.trekking-in-bhutan.com, a dedicated trekking site for Bhutan. And www.bhutantravelers.com and www.bhutanadventure.com for cultural sightseeing information.
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Welcome to eNewsletter June 2010
Hello all, Welcome to June and the inescapable football World Cup being held in South Africa. I realise that football isnÂ’t enjoyed by everyone, but personally I envy all those who are out there enjoying different parts of South Africa and mixing with fans from around the world. Despite its troubled history and its various…
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June meeting news from the London branch
Lois Pryce : Adventure motorcyclist Lois returned to the club to recount her latest exciting journey…”Red Tape & White Knuckles”. In a detail filled talk, Lois held us riveted with tales of bureaucratic border nightmares, roads that were little better than rivers, minefields and near culture shock at every corner ! She also filled us…
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