Archive for June, 2009
8 Strangely Named Foods from Around the World
posted in FCS, Food & Drink . posted by Florin Nedelcu on June 30, 2009 . 7 Comments
Should all foods be named in relation to their ingredients? If they were, we would be all be missing out on some good laughs before dinner. Some of these foods taste better than they sound, others taste worse, but they are all very interesting. Here are eight of the strangest food names in the world:
Head-cheese
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5 Great Walled Cities of Europe
posted in Europe, FCS . posted by Dave Emery on June 29, 2009 . 3 Comments
Remains of the ancient times and an evidence of the long and defensive history of a human settlement, the cities with walls are nowadays cities that breathe history. Europe has some of the best conserved pieces of this kind of architecture.
1. Carcassonne, France
Restored by Viollet-le-Duc, the name of this wonderful city has meanings both in … More
9 Incredible Family Reunion Resorts
posted in FCS, Guide . posted by Jenn on June 27, 2009 . 3 Comments
Family reunions can be fun and exciting but at the same time a lot of work. Those with large, extended families know how difficult it is to get everyone together for a weekend or even a day. The next time you plan a family reunion, consider this – try hosting your event at a resort … More
The 5 Most Beautiful Canyons on Earth
posted in FCS, Guide . posted by Florin Nedelcu on June 26, 2009 . 7 Comments
Carved out over millions of years, by the elements, canyons are undoubtedly one of the world’s most amazing natural wonders. Featuring extreme landscapes and offering some of the most spectacular sights imaginable, canyons have always fascinated mankind. Here are the five most beautiful canyons in the world:
Antelope Canyon
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Located on Navajo Land, in Arizona, … More
Pangkor Island – The Malaysian Paradise
posted in Asia . posted by Dave Emery on June 25, 2009 . 3 Comments
The Pangkor Island or the Pulau Pangkor, translated “The Beautiful Pangkor”, is a small island on the North West coast of Malaysia. The island has only 8 sq kilometers and about 25.000 inhabitants, but thousands of tourist visit the island due to its wonderful and breathtaking coral beaches.
Pangkor was a heaven for all the fishermen, … More
7 of the Best Small Hotels in the World
posted in Guide . posted by Jenn on June 24, 2009 . 1 Comment
There’s a very distinct and defining line between large hotel chains that give mediocre service and small hotels that provide amazing service to their guests. For many, the idea of staying in a small resort means less noise, comfortable amenities, and more attentive staff. Others simply prefer not to feel lost in the crowd – … More





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