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Dragons
June 13, 2008 · Leave a Comment
A dragon boat is a very long and narrow human-powered boat used in the team paddling sport or dragon boat racing which originated in the country of China. For racing events, dragon boats are always rigged with decorative Chinese dragon heads and tails. At other times the decorative regalia is usually removed, although the drum often remains aboard for training purposes. Dragon boat races are traditionally on the day of the Duanwu Festival, also known in English as the Dragon Boat Festival, making dragonboating the only... [Read the full story]
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Warning !
June 13, 2008 · Leave a Comment
The stress of a house party does not only begin with inviting friends and end with cleaning up. A house party could result in serious fines and serious damage if proper precautions are not taken. “People who host parties are their own worst enemies,” said Eddy Philips of the Antwerp City Control Group. “They hold parties they can’t control.” Out of control parties may seem like a good idea, but the negative consequences can far surpass just one night of fun. Fines are the most common consequence... [Read the full story]
Motor Racing
Jumping Jack
April 18, 2008 · Leave a Comment
Jack Middelburg began his racing career in 1974, and was crowned Dutch Champion in 1977 and 1978 in the 350 cm3, 500 cm3 and 750 cm3 series. Because of his rough riding style, he was nicknamed “Jumping Jack”, after the Rolling Stones song “Jumping Jack Flash”. Together with Wil Hartog and Boet van Dulmen, he was part of a contingent of Dutch riders who competed at the highest levels of Grand Prix racing in the late 1970s. Middelburg never earned a factory-sponsored race bike, yet managed to post some... [Read the full story]
Profession
Transportation
May 15, 2008 · Leave a Comment
Transport or transportation is the movement of people and goods from one place to another. The term is derived from the Latin trans (”across”) and portare (”to carry”). Industries which have the business of providing transport equipment, transport services or transport are important in most national economies, and are referred to as transport industries. On my travels I’ve come across all manner of odd transport which we are not used to see in Europe. For example in Asia there is the tendency... [Read the full story]
Visual Art
City of Culture
May 30, 2008 · 1 Comment
Abu Dhabi is currently developing a cultural capital (estimated to be worth about $27 billion dollars) to be built in a “cultural district” on Saadiyat island in the Gulf. Those spearheading the project want art to draw in a tourist crowd. The Louvre Abu Dhabi will be one of five museums, including a Guggenheim contemporary art museum taking its name from its New York parent,. The island will also boast a vast complex of luxury hotels, golf courses, marinas and private villas for some 150,000 people, set for completion... [Read the full story]
IAmsterdam
An unique city
June 13, 2008 · Leave a Comment
Thanks to Amsterdam’s unique mix of classic and contemporary, the city is now a leading tourist destination, a coveted place to live and a prime spot for business. The city’s beauty and cultural attractions alone draw over 7 million overnight stays a year. Cross-streets lined with shops, cafés, creative businesses, and cultural venues assure a lively and contemporary scene for its residents. The warehouses once used for trade have now been converted into lovely apartments that mix comfortably with international... [Read the full story]
Team Alice in MotoGP
Team Alice in Donnington
Surely a proof of character for Toni Elias who, starting from the last position in the British Grand Prix, gritted his teeth giving all he had from the first to the last turn. At... [Read more]
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The adventures of a Global Gypsy
In the Heat!
Most visitors come to Dubai in the winter season, between November and March, when Dubai weather is warm and sunny without being unbearably hot. Winter temperatures are around... [Read more]
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