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"Trooping the Colour," the most colorful of all the annual Royal ceremonies in …more"Trooping the Colour," the most colorful of all the annual Royal ceremonies in London, takes place on the morning of the Queen's official birthday, the Saturday closest to mid-June. However, for the two Saturdays preceeding that day, full rehearsals are staged, much to the delight of tourists and residents alike. This "Trooping the Colour" was filmed on the last Saturday in May, 2008. The information in the commentary was researched and delivered by Monty Brown less
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The chimes of Big Ben were drowned out by the clicking of castanets as London’s…moreThe chimes of Big Ben were drowned out by the clicking of castanets as London’s famous Borough Market went Mediterranean.
Budding gourmets and Spanish enthusiasts indulged their taste-buds as the week long ‘Taste of Spain’ festival concentrated on matters food and drink.
This tantalising selection of Spain’s most famous foods and wines included demonstrations by chefs from London’s leading Spanish restaurants and the Spanish regions. There were even cocktails being made out of Harveys Sherry.
It’s part of a push to encourage British people to sample the Spanish experience, and hopefully encourage even more of us to take a trip to Spain on holiday.
To see just what was served up, take a look at this video.
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On My way to the World Rally Championship I had a few moments to visit Bate Eng…moreOn My way to the World Rally Championship I had a few moments to visit Bate England, Cardiff Castle, have a chat with Chris Atkinson and walk around the World heritage site of Stonehenge. I'm your host Michael Murphy and this is Destination Unknown Great Britain. less
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An important settlement for around two millennia, London is today one of the wo…moreAn important settlement for around two millennia, London is today one of the world's leading business, financial and cultural centres, and its influence in politics, education, entertainment, media, fashion and the arts all contribute to its status as one of the major global cities. less
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It would seem that the dream of going abroad for this year’s summer holiday is …moreIt would seem that the dream of going abroad for this year’s summer holiday is still afloat.
Recent research has shown one in three Britons would holiday on home soil to save money during the credit crisis, but the ferry industry say those wanting to getaway from the UK need not worry about paying too much.
William Gibbons, Director of the Passenger Shipping Association says “Ferries are such marvelous value that you can actually get a ferry crossing for as low as £58 return on the Dover –Calais route with your car”
But is the credit crunch hitting the ferry industry in other ways? To find out more from William Gibbons watch this video.
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London is the most populous city within city limits in the European Union with …moreLondon is the most populous city within city limits in the European Union with an official population of 7.5 million (as of mid-2006) and has a metropolitan area population of between 12 and 14 million people.Its diverse population draws from a wide range of peoples, cultures and religions, speaking over 300 different languages. less
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Pula was an administrative center of Istria since Roman times and the roman are…morePula was an administrative center of Istria since Roman times and the roman arena still stands as a sign of old roman glory. And an old culinary traditions which shows in its great markets.
Valsabbion is a sophisticated boutique hotel and a much awarded restaurant with very innovative cuisine both in content and presentation.
Down toward the central region of Licka are the Plitvize lakes. Surrounded by 3 mountains feeding the lakes this world heritage site is a grand collection of amazing waterfalls and 16 lakes known for their unusual changing colors colors ranging from blue to aqua to turquoise
Then through the ancient village of Mlinize with looks to have stepped out right out of the Middle Ages.
Nearby in Kuterevo in the Licka region there is a shelter for bear cubs run by volunteers and worth a visit.
The peninsual of Primosten is one of the most photogenic places on the Adriatic. This is also a rich wine country.
Further south is Trogir a World Heritage site with great architecture and the feeling of having stepped right into the Renaissance.
Split is another World heritage site with a very old history: it has an amazing old city built inside the huge palace built by on Roman Emperors’ Diocletian.
Split is a lively city with large markets and great outdoor life
Ston was a small town built to defend nearby Dubrovnik and its 5 kilometers wall it has the longest fortiefied walls in Europe. Ston is also the center of oyster growing in Dalmatia. Freshness does not come any closer.
Korchula is another spectacular island settled since Neolithic time Its most famous citizen Marco Polo is supposed to have been born here.
The Matusko winery is right outside Dubrovnik and it produces excellent full bodied reds like Dingac and Plavac.
And then there is Dubrovnik .
This is the city of all cities a fortress town a port a living museum the jewel of the Adriatic with great beaches history and a feel of having entered a magic place.
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This video is a promotional clip we made in support of the Bluefields soccer te…moreThis video is a promotional clip we made in support of the Bluefields soccer team in Nicaragua. Sports is a cultural event and always brings an animated support from the people.
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The annual spring Festival of the Transhumance in St. Rémy de Provence, France,…moreThe annual spring Festival of the Transhumance in St. Rémy de Provence, France, features the local shepherds running their sheep through the town. They are taking them to cooler, higher elevations for the summer months. less
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A ferry trip to San Francisco to see Mission Dolores, the sixth mission founded…moreA ferry trip to San Francisco to see Mission Dolores, the sixth mission founded (1776) by Father Junipero Serra. less
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The annual Mudbug Madness festival in Shreveport, LA., features mudbugs (crawfi…moreThe annual Mudbug Madness festival in Shreveport, LA., features mudbugs (crawfish) and Cajun and Zydeco music. Thomas "Big Hat" Fields plays "Country Woman." less
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