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Seeking Seokbulsa by Hal Swindall
Religious architecture being an interest of mine, I have visited as many Buddhist temples in Korea as I have had time for. Naturally, therefore, when I lived in Busan a few years ago, its largest temple, Beomeosa on a mountain named Geumjeongsan, was on my list of places to see. However, I have particular preferences…
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World of travel December 2016
Here are some interesting websites from the World of travel that eNewsletter readers have sent in. Bending Light by Beverly http://www.bendinglightbybeverly.com The books, adventures and various escapades of Lois Pryce http://www.loisontheloose.com The Ultimate Guide to Snorkeling http://www.jenreviews.com/snorkeling/ If you have any interesting links please send them in.
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Upcoming meetings
London On December 3rd, 2016 we had talks by Brian Anderson – Tierra del Fuego – ‘The Land of Fire’ and Richard Evans – Laid Back around the World in 180 Day and on Saturday, January 7th, 2017, when we had 4 talks and 5 speakers, Rosemary Alexander on Beijing; Adam Lang speaking about Beijing…
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Globies eNewsletter – Winter eNewsletter 2015
Dear Globies, friends and fellow travellers, Welcome to the Winter eNewsletter, packed with tips, news and discounts as always. I hope many of you have been enjoying the digital edition of Globe magazine, we’ve had many new members join us since the switch over so I’ll take that as a good sign! This edition is some…
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Join us at the Adventure Travel Show 2016
The Adventure Travel Show is returning to London’s Olympia on 23rd & 24th January and is the UK’s only event dedicated to off the beaten track travel experiences, featuring over 100 FREE Inspirational Talks. The show is the UK’s only event that is dedicated to off the beaten track experiences, featuring once in a lifetime adventures, wildlife encounters,…
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Write in (1)&Mm Danielle Mitterrand, the Ashaninka and Annis in Acre Again by Tony Annis
In advance of Tony’s trip to the interior of Brazil later this year, I have dug up the account of his previous adventure, with Mm Mitterand and the . Globetrotters Club members recall Tony presenting an abridged version, but for those who wish to know more… The Ant The small plane lifted of the tarmac,…
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Free London Museums: Museum of Childhood
Teddy Bear Centenary in London: the centenary of the teddy bear is being celebrated with a major exhibition at London’s Museum of Childhood, Bethnal Green (March 29 – December 31). The exhibition features about 400 bears, from some of the oldest surviving examples to present-day models, plus ‘celebrity’ bears such as Winnie the Pooh, Paddington,…
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No camera, so no pictures
A seasoned traveller of deserts and jungles, Tony Annis, explains how he was conned in the urban jungle of Albuferia, Portugal. Whilst in the water section of the supermarket Intermarche at approx. 1700 hours of the 7th September 2013, a group of three Brazilian girls approached me and asked for my help. I speak Portuguese and…
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Write in (2) – Chinese Highways 2007 by Hal Swindall
Despite its reputation for road accidents and poor preparation for this year’s Olympics, China does offer this century’s traveller one ray of hope: long-distance bus rides, at least in the coastal provinces, are much more safe and comfortable than they used to be. In many respects, China is the supreme example of plus ca change,…
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