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The Panic Buyer's Creed - A Poem
In the worrying climate of the current Covid-19 crisis, this is a poem which addresses the anti-social behaviour known as panic-buying - as seen from the point of view of a panic buyer.
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The Domination of the World by Smartphone - The Evidence in Photos!
Smartphones are taking over the world! This is a lighthearted photoessay looking at the use of these phones in Thailand. I hope you enjoy the photos and the accompanying captions
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One Million Views - One Million Thanks
On 25th July 2017 I received my one millionth viewing on the HubPages network. This is a personal reflection on that milestone, and a brief thank you to all who have clicked and read my articles
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Thailand: The Chiang Khan Culture, Countryside and Riverside
Chiang Khan in Northern Thailand is a popular destination for local tourists and foreign backpackers. This article looks at some of the scenic and cultural attractions in and around the town
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Manchester - A Poem
A poem expressing thoughts and sentiments following the terrorist bomb attrocity in Manchester, England, on Monday 22nd May 2017
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Thailand: The Chiang Khan Walking Street
Chiang Khan is a small provincial town in northern Thailand, and its main thoroughfare - the 'Walking Street' - is one of the most popular Thai holiday destinations, as this photoessay will show
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Six Lesser Known 'Celebrity' Deaths of 2016
Many famous people who died in 2016 had their passing extensively covered and eulogised by the popular media. But these are the remarkable stories of just six who have been regrettably overlooked.
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Brexit: Was It an Anti-Establishment Vote? - Comparisons With the U.S. Election
Brexit and the US Presidential election result have been linked together as anti-establishment protest votes. But is that really the case? What are the similarities and what really motivated Brexit?
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The Oldest Songs in the World - And Other Landmarks in the History of Music
What is the oldest song in the world? What is the oldest song ever sung in English? Who was the first singer to be recorded? These and other historic musical firsts are described - and played - here
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Richborough and the Romans in Britain - Where it all Began
The ruins of Richborough in S.E England is a site of great historical importance, as many believe this is where the very first Roman landings in Britain took place. This is the story of Richborough
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Thailand: Thai Street Food (Desserts, Sweets and Drinks)
Thai street food is famous throughout the world for its variety, its taste and its availability. This photoessay illustrates some of the extraordinary desserts and cold snacks which can be found here
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Thailand: Thai Street Food (Cooked Foods)
Thai street food is famous throughout the world for its variety, its taste and its availability. This photoessay illustrates the extraordinary cooked foods to be found on the streeets of Thailand
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My Desert Island Discs
If ever I were to be stranded on the hypothetical island of the radio programme Desert Island Discs, these are the 8 records I would choose, as well as my answers to other questions posed by the show
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The Crystal Palace Dinosaurs
This illustrated article tells the story of the Crystal Palace dinosaurs – monuments to the Victorian era and the cultural and scientific advancements of the age.
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Brexit: The Exit of the United Kingdom From the European Union
On Thursday 23rd June 2016, the United Kingdom voted to leave the European Union. This article gives the author's first impressions of the referendum campaign, and the aftermath of the result.
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English Heritage in West Norfolk: Ancient Buildings History Tour
Explore eight English Heritage sites in the County of Norfolk. Learn about and see photos of Neolithic flint mines and medieval castles, priories, churches and gatehouses.
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The Adventures of a 21st-Century Neurotic in Medieval Norfolk
What happened when a reasonably experienced, but nonetheless not very self-confident, world traveller decided to visit historic and interesting places in his own country - apart from getting lost?
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10 Beaches of Unusual Colour
This article looks at ten sandy beaches of extraordinary colour, what they are composed of and how they are formed, with illustrations of all ten
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The Elephant Parade in Bangkok, Thailand
Explore the history and development of the Elephant Parade in the City of Bangkok, along with its aims and objectives.
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Fuerteventura - Photographic Impressions of the Island
Fuerteventura is a very popular island destination for vacationing Europeans. This personal photoessay gives an overall impression of this attractive island and some of its appeal to tourists
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Photo Essay of Bangkok Life: People at Work, Rest and Play
This article is a presentation of personal photos capturing the daily life of a cross-section of Bangkok residents.
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My Career, My Writing, My Future - Greensleeves Hubs on HubPages and Elsewhere
2016 is a year of change for me - in life, and in my wriiting. In this article I will say why the year is an important one, and how it will impact on my writing.
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10 Nail Houses & Holdouts: Weird Buildings That Won't Go Away
Explore 10 examples of nail houses and holdouts. These quirky buildings have remained in place long after their neighbourhoods have changed.
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Thailand Pages; A Tourist's Guide to Bangkok Transport
Finding one's way around a busy, unfamiliar road system is always a problem for tourists on their first visit to a foreign city. This is a basic illustrated guide for first time visitors to Bangkok
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10 Amazing Bird Courtship Dances and Displays
Ten of the most amazing dances, displays and rituals engaged in by birds for the sole purpose of attracting and keeping a mate. All are accompanied by a video and descriptive text. Hope you enjoy!
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Thailand Pages; The Erawan Museum - Bangkok's Bizarre Three-Headed Elephant
The Erawan Museum is a colossal three headed elephant sculpture and museum perched on a pink pedestal. This unique building houses a beautiful yet bizarre collection of Thai relics and artwork
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Relative Values: The Need to Preserve our Historic Architecture from Acts of Cultural Vandalism
Recent events in Iraq and Syria have dismayed all who believe in the need to preserve our culture and historic architecture. This article reviews the tragic loss of some historic sites
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Spite Houses—A Selection of Maliciously Eccentric or Delightfully Spiteful Buildings
Examples of architecture designed, constructed or renovated with malice by a seriously annoyed and very determined individual. A fun page of quirky buildings!
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Thailand Pages; The Shopping Malls of Thailand
The shopping malls of Thailand are a delight. Not merely for the obvious appeals of the retail experience, but even more so for the other extraordinary attractions to be found in these modern plazas
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10 Good, Bad, Ugly Stories About Garbage
This article includes 10 interesting tales about garbage, its historical significance, and its present influence on our society, along with some novel solutions to the garbage problem and messages of hope and despair for the future.
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Gran Canaria Island: Driving in the Mountains, History & Scenery
The mountains of Gran Canaria offer a great contrast to the beaches which attract tourists to this Canary Island. Explore the beautiful landscapes and cultural history to be discovered here.
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Gran Canaria: Dunas Suites and Villas Resort
This is a personal review of the Dunas Suites & Villas Resort in Maspalomas in southern Gran Canaria—a 4-star accommodation that should be considered by any who wishes to visit this island on vacation.
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Gran Canaria: The Maspalomas Dunes
The popular Gran Canarian resort of Maspalomas lies on the edge of one of the world's most spectacular yet easily accessible sand dune formations. Learn all about the Maspalomas dunes.
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The Paris Atrocities of January 2015 - and a Message of Hope for the World
Terrorist attacks in Paris in January 2015 led to an unprecedent public demonstration of support for freedom of speech and harmony of ethnic and religious groups. This page looks at this phenomenon
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Film Review - Starman (1984)
'Starman' is the story of an encounter between a lonely woman still grieving for the husband she lost, and an alien visitor who assumes the husband's form and takes her for a road trip across America
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Venice: A Visitor's Guide to the Island of Murano (With Photos)
Most visitors to Venice stay in a hotel on the main island, but one alternative is to stay on the neighbouring island of Murano. Learn about Murano's history, things to do there, and more.
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5 Venice Islands in the Lagoon You Have to Visit
When visiting Venice, you should spend some time touring the lagoon's other islands. Learn about five of these islands: San Giorgio Maggiore, Murano, San Michele, Burano, and Torcello.
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Venice: Cruising Down the Grand Canal
This article looks at the sights which can be seen as one cruises down the four kilometre Grand Canal in the heart of the city of Venice - a journey which any visitor to the city should take
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Venice; A Brief History of a Unique City, and the First Impressions of a Visiting Tourist
This photoessay is a collection of first impressions of the historic city of Venice, and advice on how to make the most of a short visit to this architectural and scenic wonder of the world
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Film Review - Witness (1985)
'Witness' is the story of the burgeoning romance between tough city cop and an Amish woman, set against the backdrop of an extraordinary culture clash and a trio of killers who are hunting them down
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Leeds Castle: 'The World's Loveliest Castle'
Leeds Castle in England has been described as 'the loveliest castle in the world'. This is a photographic essay about the castle, its long history and its recent development as a tourist attraction.
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The Swastika: A Symbol of Great Good and Ultimate Evil
This is the story of the most controversial symbol in the world. The swastika was for millennia a symbol of good. But all that changed in the 20th century. Can the good ever be reclaimed out of evil?
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The Origin of Surnames and Family Names in the English Speaking World
This page looks at the diverse range of surnames or family names to be found in the English language. They are our own names, and yet how many of us know where they came from?
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The New Zealand "All Black" Haka: The Great War Dance and Sporting Spectacle
The New Zealand Rugby Haka is one of the great sporting spectacles, anticipated with trepidation by opposition teams but loved by fans of the game from all nations.
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Tenerife: Mount Teide National Park
Mount Teide is the largest mountain on Spanish soil. Dominating the island of Tenerife, this massive volcano is the focal point of a beautiful and important national park, as this photo essay reveals.
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Tenerife: The Santa Cruz Palmetum
The Palmetum of Santa Cruz de Tenerife is a botanic garden that features an attractive collection of palm trees. Learn about its development and many plant species.
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Tenerife: Experiencing Carnival in Santa Cruz
A photo-essay of the Santa Cruz Carnival on the Island of Tenerife - one of the best and most colourful carnivals in the world - impressions and advice on how best to enjoy the day of the main parade
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Is Superman a hero? Is Batman a Superhero?
Superman and Batman - Superheroes? Heroes? Or whatever? A light-hearted personal look at what these characters really are and a serious look at what a 'hero' really is. Hope I don't evoke their wrath!
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Plants and Flowers in Myth, Legend and Song - The True Stories Behind 10 Famous Plants
The true stories behind some of the most famous plants to appear in literature, film, music and legend - Edelweiss, Mandrake, Frankincense, the Mayflower and Lotus blossom. And many others.
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Lanzarote: The Papagayo Beaches on the Island of Lanzarote
On the southern tip of the Island of Lanzarote is to be found a stretch of some of the most beautiful unspoilt beaches one could ever wish to discover. This is a photoessay about the Papagayo Beaches
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Lanzarote: The Volcanic Landscape of Timanfaya National Park
Timanfaya National Park on the Island of Lanzarote is one of the world's great volcanic sites, a place of craters, lava flows and eruption debris. This photoessay is a personal view of the park today
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Lanzarote : First Impressions by a Visiting Tourist
This is a basic guide to the sights and experiences available to anyone visiting Lanzarote as a tourist. It is a photoessay by a first time visitor, and covers his impressions of this holiday island
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50 Funny and Bizarre Excuses Given to Police and Insurance Companies Following Car Accidents
This page lists 50 of the funniest, silliest, most confused excuses and explanations given to policemen or insurance claims reps in the aftermath of a road traffic accident. All are apparently genuine
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Tug Of War - A Sport for the Modern Olympics
Tug of war is a sport which has long been trivialised. This article argues that tug of war is one of the purest of all sports, and makes a case for it to be included once more in the Olympic Games
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Film Review - Alien (1979)
This review of the movie 'Alien' celebrates the features which make this a stand-out film in the genres of Science Fiction and Horror, the first - and best - of a major film franchise
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Literature Review - The Little Book of Thunks; (Part 2) Questions Which Raise More Questions in the Minds of Children
By asking simple philosophical questions, the true intellectual ability of a child can be uncovered in a fun way. Such questions are the theme of this book, and 3 examples are explored on this page.
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Literature Review - The Little Book of Thunks; (Part 1) Philosophy for Children and for Everyone Else
This is a review of a small book with a big idea - the idea of asking simple philosophical questions which encourage children and everyone else to think for themselves rather than just memorise facts
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Reflections on a Lost Relationship
Expressions of emotion composed in the first two weeks after the end of a relationship, and reflections of the thoughts which flitted through my head.
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Film Review - The Caine Mutiny (1954)
The Caine Mutiny is one of the great war time dramas and features one of the finest acting performances by one of the biggest of all Hollywood stars, Humphrey Bogart. It is a movie well worth watching
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Shades and Tones of Grey
This page looks at the creation of the colour grey (gray) in electronic devices. What exactly is grey? And its associated hues of black and white? Are they true colours? Or shades? Or what?
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Film Review - Phone Booth (2002)
Stu Shepherd is a vain and unscrupulous publicist who one day answers a phone in a booth on a New York Street, unwittingly setting in motion events which will destroy his ego and may cost him his life
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100 Funny and Witty Quotations About Politics
Politicians say the funniest (and wisest) things. They also say utter nonsense at times. Enjoy this selection of the most memorable of all political quotes and jokes.
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Remembering Mum and Dad and their Role in my Life; A Brief History of Me. (My 100th Page on HubPages)
In 2012 I lost my father. Ten years before, I lost my mother. This page relates the role of my parents in my life, and how my life developed under their influence. It may or may not be of interest to others, but I wanted to write it down
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Imhotep the High Priest; a Movie Horror Mummy? Or the First Genius in Human History?
For many, Imhotep is an evil spell-casting character from Hollywood horror films. In reality this Egyptian High Priest was quite probably the first genius in recorded history. This page tells you why.
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Shades and Tones of Yellow and Orange
Of all the colours in the spectrum, bright yellow and bright orange are two of the most vivid and intense. Of course they are two colours which are also related to each other. Yellow, in the visible spectrum lies adjacent to orange. But how are these two colours created in visual display units? And...
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Internet Comments - Freedom of Speech or Freedom to Abuse and Subvert Free Speech?
Internet comments may be the greatest expression of free speech in the modern world, or they may be a medium for ill-considered, irrational and defammatory bullying. This page examines that potential
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Film Review - Red Corner (1997)
Jack Moore is an American in Beijing, and he's in trouble; accused of murder under a brutal judicial system. Even the young female lawyer assigned to his case doesn't seem to believe him - at first.
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Shades and Tones of Colour - Colour Creation using the RGB Code, CYMK, Pigments and Dyes
This is the home page to a series of articles which look at colour. Specifically they look at the RGB colour creation system used in modern visual display systems in computer monitors and in television sets. These pages describe how subtle changes in the intensities and proportions of just three...
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Gun Control and the Right to Bear Arms: a Foreign Perspective on the Pro-Gun Lobby
America is passionately divided on the issue of gun control and the 2nd Amendment, and some, it seems, will go to extreme lengths to counter any changes in the law. This is the reason for this article
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The 2012 London Olympics and Paralympics: A Personal View
In 2012, London was host to the 30th Olympic Games and the 14th Paralympic Games. These are my impressions of both events.
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30 Favourite Christmas Carols - Their Origins and History
This is a page which tells the history and the meaning behind 30 of the very best Christmas carols ever written, with video presentations of some and links to videos of all the others. Hope you enjoy!
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The Peter Principle - A Simple to Understand Business Principle with Profound Effects on Efficiency
The Peter Principle can be described as a business principle, or a principle of human behaviour. Either way, it is a simple concept to grasp, but a concept which has a huge impact on the efficiency of business companies. This page explains it.
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Film Review - Shenandoah (1965)
'Shenandoah' is one of the great Westerns - a powerful and evocative drama about one man's attempts to keep his family together in the midst of the escalating conflict of the American Civil War This.is a movie which has qualities to appeal even to those who have no fondness for the Western genre
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Thailand - A Travel Guide with Links to other Pages about Thailand
This page includes a brief resume of key facts about Thailand, the principal tourist attractions, the people and the culture. Also included are links to all of this author's pages about Thailand
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"The Emperor's New Clothes": A Lesson for the 21st Century
'The Emperor's New Clothes' is a fairy tale for children, but it is also a perceptive commentary on the human condition. In this review, I look at the story, its history and its great wisdom.
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Film Review - The Eagle has Landed (1976)
'The Eagle Has Landed' is a World War Two adventure story in which a platoon of renegade German soldiers who have incurred the wrath of the Nazis are given an almost suicidal mission to complete - nothing less than the kidnapping or assassination of Winston Churchill. Starring Michael Caine, Donald...
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10 Favourite Hubpages on the Subject of Wild Plants and Flowers
This is my review of ten of the very best hub pages devoted to the subject of wild plants and wild flowers. The review is specifically about the plants in their natural environment and will not therefore include hubs concerned with botanical science or horticulture. I hope within these criteria, my...
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The History, Development, and Future of the Union Jack, Flag of the United Kingdom
The Union Jack is one of the most recognisable on Earth. But where does this famous flag come from? How does it relate to the four home countries of the United Kingdom? And what is its future?
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Astronomy; Comet Ison - The Great Comet of 2013?
In September 2012, the news was broken that a new comet had been discovered. Based on its size and trajectory this new comet - Comet Ison - might just become the most spectacular arrival in the night sky in the past 100 years when it approaches in 2013. A visitor to our Solar neighbourhood, even...
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Buddhists at Prayer at the Erawan Shrine in Bangkok, Thailand
The Erawan Shrine is a much-loved devotional site in the center of Bangkok. And yet, it is just a tiny statue on a traffic-jammed crossroads. Learn more about this remarkable little shrine.
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Florida Water Birds: A Photographic Guide
When visiting coastal Florida, the lakes and rivers, or the great Everglades wetlands, you're sure to see a rich variety of birdlife. Here's how to make the most of the experience.
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Reflections on Beauty
'Beauty is in the eye of the beholder', so they say. In this collection of poetry, prose, sentiments and reminiscences, I am the beholder, and these are my thoughts on the subject of beauty and what it means to me
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Film Review - Rear Window (1954)
A Hitchcock thriller set almost entirely in just one apartment room, with bored, incapacitated James Stewart idly watching his neighbours through the rear window. It's innocuous enough - until he begins to suspect one neighbour just may be a murderer
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10 Favourite HubPages on the Subject of Folk Music - A Greensleeves Review
Folk music is a term which first originated in the 19th century to describe the music of the common people, music passed down through oral traditions frequently expressing cultural values and stories of a poignant nature. In the 20th century the term has diversified to incorporate the folk revival...
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Thailand Pages; Shows, Entertainments and Attractions in Bangkok
This page looks at four entertainments to be found in and around the City of Bangkok, and appraises their merits - attractions reviewed are Ocean World, Siam Niamit, Safari World and Madame Tussauds
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Astronomy; Neil Armstrong - A Tribute to the First Man on the Moon
Neil Armstrong died in 2012. This is a brief tribute to a man who played a central role in one of the greatest moments of human history, and a man who very possibly will one day become the most famous human being in history
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The Dragons of Bangkok, Thailand
Varanus salvator, the Asian water monitor, is one of the most accessible large lizards on Earth. If you know where to look, you can get up close and personal with these giants of the reptilian world.
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The Folk Song Greensleeves - Its Origins and History
This page relates in text and videos, the history of one of the most famous melodies in the world of music, and one of the most beautiful too. It also provides my username - Greensleeves Hubs.
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HubPage Questions and Answers; the Support of an Internet Community
HubPages is an online site where one can write web pages for publication. But HubPages also likes to think of itself as an online community of writers. Can it really a genuine community, offering supportive advice in all aspects of life? In this page I write of one specific example of the support...
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Astronomy; Links to my Articles - My Astronomy Home Page
This is the home page to my astronomy articles on HubPages. The page includes a brief description of the various aspects of astronomy which make this such a fascinating subject to study for both professionals and amateurs alike. This page will also include links to all of my articles on astronomy...
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Film Review - The Grissom Gang (1971)
The Grissoms are a family of violent crooks in 1930s America. When their paths cross that of young heiress Barbara Blandish, the gang abduct her and hold her to ransom and then kill her. But psychotic Slim Grissom begins to fall in love with her ...
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10 Favourite Hubpages on the Subject of Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Life - A Greensleeves Review
Every little boy has a great fascination for dinosaurs - grotesque yet real monsters. The fascination is understandable, yet it is all too often lost with maturity. For some however, the fascination remains and extends to include other prehistoric life - the first creatures in the sea, the first...
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The Chicken and the Egg - Which came First? An Accurate, but Not Very Serious Analysis
It is one of the great conundrums - which came first, the chicken or the egg? Here I will endeavour to answer this question with a mix of light science and humour. And yes, there IS a definite answer!
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Florida Wildlife: A Photographic Guide
Florida may be a major tourist destination, but it's also a subtropical home to exotic wildlife. Explore the wonders of natural Florida in this photographic guide.
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Christiaan Huygens; a Forgotten Genius of Science
Many of the greatest minds in history are little known by the general public. One such genius was Christiaan Huygens. This page briefly relates his life story and his accomplishments in the sciences.
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10 Favourite Hubpages on the Subject of Italian Cuisine - A Greensleeves Review
Italy has given us one of the world's great cuisines, a cuisine which seems almost universally popular, perhaps because the dishes tend to be comparatively simple to make and mild in taste. This page reviews some of the best Italian recipes on the HubPages website and the reasons for selecting them.
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Film Review - The Blue Max (1966)
This film tells the story of Bruno Stachel, a talented, young WW1 German pilot, as he develops his skills. But Bruno has a flaw - he is ruthlessly ambitious to win Germany's top honour - the Blue Max
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10 Favourite HubPages on the Subject of Native Americans - A Greensleeves Review
This page is a review of ten articles to be found on the HubPages website. These ten articles are selected from about 200 on the subject of the native populations of north, central and south America. They are a representative selection and are, I believe, among the best pages on this them to be...
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Hubpage Subject Reviews - a Greensleeves Home Page
HubPages is a community website on which members can freely publish their own pages of information, analysis, advice or comment, on any subject under the sun. Since joining HubPages early in 2011, I have also seen and read many articles by other HubPage members. It is my intention in a regular...
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Film Review - Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (1984)
The second outing for Spielberg's intrepid adventurer takes him to India, and encounters with crazed mystics, holy stones, and swarms of insects, and features a high octane concoction of thrills, spills, magic, gruesome comedy and an evil villain
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A Pictorial Essay on Rapeseed and Canola
This is a page which tells the story in photos of one of the brightest additions of all to the field crops of the world. Oilseed rape, or rapeseed, is a brilliant yellow in colour, but is this bright colour a sight of beauty, or a blight on the landscape?
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Film Review - The Apartment (1960)
'The Apartment' is a romantic film comedy, an indictment of philandering hypocrisy, and a story of upbeat good nature in the face of loneliness. One of the best received movies of 1960, this great film won Oscars for Best Picture and Best Director
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Connie Dover - Great Composer and Singer of Traditional Celtic and American Folk
This page promotes in text and videos the talents of one of the world's finest performers of traditional songs, and the composer of some of the most beautiful music of recent decades
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Astronomy – A Beginner's Guide to Naked Eye and Binocular Objects
In this article, I look at the most prominent objects other than our Moon and the stars, which can be easily seen in the night sky.
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Film Review - Downfall (2004)
The last days of Adolf Hitler in his Berlin bunker at the end of World War Two, has been documented often in factual programmes. This film is the first serious movie by a German director to tackle this sensitive aspect of his country's history
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Thailand Pages; Muang Boran (The 'Ancient City') - Architectural and Cultural Museum of Thailand
Muang Boran is little known to most tourists who visit Bangkok, yet should be on everyone's list of must-see sites. This 240 acre site is a great celebration of Thai history, culture and architecture
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The Unsinkable Legend of the "Titanic": Details of the Disaster
No man-made disaster lives in our collective memory quite like the sinking of the "Titanic." Explore the timeline, key people, and deadly details of this historical tragedy.
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Film Review - Torn Curtain (1966)
'Torn Curtain' was released in 1966 to generally unfavourable reviews. Yet this Alfred Hitchcock movie contains some classic set pieces and is, I believe, one of the most underrated of all his works
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Astronomy—A Beginner's Guide to the Stars
This is the third page in a series of guides for anyone who wants to learn a little more about our night sky. This page looks at those most numerous of all objects visible in the night sky - the stars
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Film Review - Sleepless in Seattle (1993)
A lonely grieving man in Seattle, and a woman trapped in a relationship which lacks magic in Baltimore. A whole continent divides them. A likeable rom-com starring two of Hollywood's biggest stars of recent years - Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan
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Shades and Tones of Green
Green is perhaps the most tranquil, the most passive, and the easiest on the eye of the three primary colours of light. In this article, I look at shades of green in the RGB colour production system.
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Astronomy – A Beginner's Guide to the Moon
This is a basic guide to what you can see on the surface of the Moon – there is more that can be seen on the Moon with a pair of binoculars than in the rest of the sky put together.
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In Praise of Democracy - Analysis of the Value of Democratic Government in the World Today
The premise of this essay is that there is no justification under any circumstances for any established nation to deny grown adult men and women the right to decide their own future.
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The Cambridge University Botanic Garden and John Stevens Henslow
The Cambridge University Botanic Gardens are a site of scientific research, a site of conservation of plant varieties, and a public garden for peaceful relaxation away from city life. Here I write a brief illustrated page about its history and continued development
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Film Review - Zulu (1964)
The film 'Zulu' relates the events of Rorke's Drift. It is a historical epic, the story of a heroic defence against seemingly impossible odds - a British 'Alamo' This is a review of the film
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A Year of HubPages Membership
At the end of 2011 this page serves as a brief record of this year, my first year's experiences of HubPages, and hopes and aspirations for 2012. It has been a bad year for me - the one bright spot has been the fulfilment of an ambition to write and publish. In this page, I try to explain the...
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Thailand Pages; Attractions for the Tourist in North Eastern Thailand
This short page is an introduction and photographic guide to a few of the many and varied attractions for tourists to visit in the little known North East of Thailand
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Astronomy—A Beginner's Guide to the Night Sky
The first of four basic guides to the night sky, and what can be seen with the naked eye or binoculars. This page identifies the many kinds of objects you can see when you look up at the night sky
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Film Review - Dave (1993)
Circumstances lead to a Presidential lookalike playing the role for real - in the process exposing corruption and finding love with the First Lady! A gentle and appealing satire
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Shades and Tones of Purple and Mauve
A look at the various shades and tones of the colour purple, at mauve and amethyst, lavender and lilac, orchid and plum, and indigo and violet. How are these colours created in a visual display unit, and what is their history?
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The Origins of the Names of All 50 U.S. States
Everybody knows the United States of America. But where do the names of all the states come from? This page aims to chart the origins and meanings of the names of all 50 States of the Union.
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Photography; The Studio Model and the Camera Club
The images on this page are a selection of my attempts at studio photography of models, with brief descriptions of problems posed and solutions found
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Photography; Portraits of Plants and Flowers
This article looks at the photography of plants and flowers, illustrating the kind of images which can be attempted by anybody with a decent camera and lenses, and a little thought and care.
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Paris; A Photographic Guide to Artistry and Architecture in the City
This is one of 3 pages showcasing the main sites of Paris, with notes on making the best of the photographic opportunities. This page looks at the photography of architecture, ornamentation and statues
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Paris; A Photographic Guide to Versailles and Sacré-Coeur
This is one of 3 pages showcasing the main sites of Paris, with notes on making the best of the photographic opportunities. This page covers the Palace of Versailles and Sacre-Coure
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Paris; A Photographic Tour of the Main Sites along the Seine
This is one of 3 pages showcasing the main sites of Paris, with notes on making the best of the photographic opportunities. This page covers the area within 1 km of the River Seine
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Astronomy; The Geology, Climatology and History of Planet Venus
The planet Venus has a complex geological history, and an alien climatology. This page gives a basic explanation of our current state of knowledge about Venus's geology and climate, and how it may have developed
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Udon Thani: Living in a Thai Village
I spent several weeks living in a small village in northeast Thailand as the guest of a Thai family. Explore the village, the people, and the countryside as experienced by a Westerner.
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Film Review - Enemy at the Gates (2001)
In 1942 the battle for Stalingrad is raging. The beleagured Russians are looking for heroes to inspire them, and deadly sniper Vassili Zaitsev fulfills that role. But German Major Koenig has one mission in life - to eliminate the Russian sharpshooter
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100 Funny and Witty Quotations About Age and Getting Older
Some of the wittiest and most humorous quotations in the English language are quotations about age, childhood, adolescence, middle age, and old age. Here you'll find some of the best.
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Film Reviews - 100 of the Greatest Movies in History - A Greensleeves Home Page
What makes a great film? Everyone has their own views, but perhaps the only defining quality is quality itself. This, however, is my list of 100 of the greatest, with links to all my film reviews.
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Reflections on Loneliness and Depression
This is a page which explores through short essays the emotions and behaviours which accompany the clinical state of depression, and also one of its most prevalent and pernicious causative factors - the experience of loneliness
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Film Review - United 93 (2006)
This is a dramatised account of the events of 9/11 and the passengers who fought back on United 93. It's not sensationalist entertainment. It's just a faithful account of ordinary people faced with a terrible crisis and a horrific dilemma
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My Travel Pages and Travel Guide Links - A Greensleeves Home Page
It's a common saying - travel broadens the mind - but it's so true. This article describes all the great values of world travel. It also lists all my travel articles and contains links to these pages.
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Film Review - Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003)
Russell Crowe is Captain Jack Aubrey in a tale of two dueling ships during the Napoleonic era. The Acheron is a tough, fast, state of the art French warship and more than a match for Aubrey's H.M.S Surprise. But Aubrey must find a way to defeat it
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Reflections on Love
These short pieces are reflections on the subject of love. Some of these are very personal truths for me, some have just a basis in truth. All may strike a personal chord with someone.
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Film Review - Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)
This is a review of the first episode in one of the most successful and profitable of all blockbuster series. This is light-hearted Hollywood adventure at its best
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Shades and Tones of Red
In the English language, we have many words for different shades of red—scarlet, crimson, cerise, burgundy, and many more. But what are all these shades? And where do these evocative names come from?
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Film Review - The Quick and the Dead (1995)
The Quick and the Dead is a Western in which 16 of the fastest guns around shoot it out in organised duels until one is left. There's no prize for second place
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Jordan's History in Photographs
Jordan is a small country which has been shaped by a diverse range of different societies. This page gives a brief overview of the historic timeline of Jordan from prehistory to the 20th century.
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Film Review - Genevieve (1953)
Genevieve is a good old-fashioned comedy made in 1953, and centred around the famous London to Brighton car rally. This is the story of two eccentric veteran car owners who participate in the rally in an era when driving was so much less complicated than it is now
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Why Write for HubPages?
This page concerns the reasons why people write on HubPages. Writing on a site like this costs you nothing but time, and it may just prove to be the start of a new hobby, or even a new career.
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Film Review - The Big Country (1958)
The Big Country is a savage indictment of the cliched Wild West philosophy of men who believe it is right to live by the gun and settle disputes in a terminal way. Everyone's opinion is personal, but my opinion is that this is a great movie
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Astronomy; The Planet Venus - Facts and Photos
Venus was long considered as Earth's twin, and compared by the ancients to the Goddess of Beauty and Love. However the truth has proved to be very different. Venus is the personification of Hell.
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Film Review - Predator (1987)
Predator is a film in which a bunch of America's finest soldiers are pitted against an unseen enemy in a Central American jungle; just seven tough soldiers and one monstrous alien adversary which stalks them with an intention to kill them, one by one
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The Desert Castles of Jordan; a Travel Guide to Umayyad and Medieval Architecture
Deep in the heart of the Jordanian desert are to be found a curious assortment of ancient buildings, seemingly sprinkled in isolation without rhyme or reason. These are the so-called 'desert castles' of Jordan.
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Film Review - Eye of the Needle (1981)
Henry Faber is a heartless German agent who will stop at nothing to complete his mission .... until, that is, he meets Lucy - someone who finds his heart; someone he cannot despatch with his usual ruthless efficiency
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Astronomy; The Planet Mercury - Facts and Photos
Mercury - the closest of all planets to the Sun. At first glance Mercury resembles nothing more closely than our own Moon - a barren rocky world strewn with craters. But there is a bit more to Mercury than meets the eye.
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Months of the Year: Origin of Their Names
The days, weeks, and months of the year are the yardstick by which we define the turning of the Earth on its axis, the revolution of the Earth around the Sun, and by which we date the events of our lives. But where do the names come from?
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Days of the Week: Origin of Their Names
The days of the week and the months of the year are how we define the revolution of the Earth and how we date the events of our lives. Where do the names come from?
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Film Review - Falling Down (1993)
Falling Down is the study of a man's tortured mental descent from law abiding citizen to crazed killer, as he walks across town. This film documents how the final pieces of his life collapse on a hot day in Los Angeles. He is falling down
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Thailand Pages; Ayutthaya and Bang Pa-In - the Ancient Capital of Thailand
Just north of Bangkok on the plains of the Chao Phraya River, there is a vast collection of crumbling ruins, temples and statues, the faded remnants of a once glorious civilisation. This is Ayutthaya
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Film Review - Apollo 13 (1995)
In 1970, the Apollo 13 moon mission developed a critical fault. This movie is the story of what mission control did to try to get the astronauts back safely, and how the astronauts coped with being stranded in outer space
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Carnival on Madeira; Portraits of the Parade in Funchal
This page is a photo essay about the carnival which takes place every year in Funchal, the capital of Portugal's Atlantic island territory of Madeira, in the week before Ash Wednesday.
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Funchal, Madeira; a Travel Guide
Most tourists go to Madeira for the sunshine, the landscape, and the flowers. But Funchal is where many will stay, and their experiences here will largely determine their enjoyment of the island
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Astronomy; Wonders of the Solar System - Planets, Moons and the Sun
Some time ago on British television, Professor Brian Cox presented an excellent series in which he described his personal list of the greatest wonders of our solar system. This is an alternative list, but it's a list with a bit of a difference ...
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Petra, Jordan; a Travel Guide to the Rose Red City
Petra in Jordan is unique. It is a vast accumulation of tombs and other buildings mostly carved out of sandstone; sandstone which earned that most famous and romantic of epithets for Petra as the rose-red city, half as old as time'.
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A Guide to Lumpini Park, Bangkok: A Busy City's Oasis
If you need a brief respite from the hustle and bustle of Bangkok life, Lumpini Park is an oasis of peace right in the heart of the city's business and commercial centre.
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50-Word Mini-Stories: A Creative Writing Exercise
Many years ago, the Daily Telegraph ran a competition to write a story or essay in exactly 50 words, no more, no less. Here are a few of my 50-word essays.
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Vacation Guide to Good Holiday Preparation
This page is the third of three devoted to the subject of holiday preparation. This one details all the things to think about before you go, and when you should start thinking about them.
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Vacation Checklist: Things to Take on Holiday
When going away on vacation, it makes sense to prepare a checklist of useful or essential things to take with you. On this page an example of such a checklist is presented with ideas, tips and advice
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Vacation Guide to Effective Holiday Packing; Check in and Carry on Luggage
This page is devoted to holiday packing for long haul flights and vacations of more than 7 days. Effective bag packing is one of the first steps towards an enjoyable trip