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Kent Seaside towns: Margate, Ramsgate & Broadstairs. Potential still to come?

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Kent Seaside towns: Margate, Ramsgate & Broadstairs. Potential still to come?

…Gardens theatre which always has some show or artist performing. Ramsgate Kent England Ramsgate Kent England Ramsgate has a very large and attractive harbour which is packed full of yachts and boats – and suspect in Summer this is a buzzing and exciting area. There are a number of bars, restaurants and coffee shops overlooking the pretty harbour which even in winter are busy. The town centre is less attractive, both in layout and in types of shop…

The Salutation and Secret Gardens in Sandwich (Kent, England)

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The Salutation and Secret Gardens in Sandwich (Kent, England)

…alutation in Sandwich, Kent Knightrider House at The Salutation, Sandwich, Kent We found The Salutation in Sandwich (Kent, England) via the FurtherAfield.com site that has listings of beautiful, up market B&Bs and boutique hotels. In addition, the properties they list are also gay friendly for people seeking that reassurance as well. And what a great find the property was! We really loved the place, the welcome and the service. The property has ov…

Thanet in Kent (Margate, Broadstairs and Ramsgate) revival – time for leisurely exploration?

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Thanet in Kent (Margate, Broadstairs and Ramsgate) revival – time for leisurely exploration?

…The town also puts on an autumn food festival showcasing the best of local Kentish produce which each year is drawing large numbers of foodies. Ramsgate A much larger town and port is more urban with spreading suburbs. The main draw here is the harbour, royal no less, with its encompassing ring of cafe and restaurants. Less known are the long sandy beaches either side that offer enough wide-open space to lose yourself whist admiring the wind-surfe…

HEALTH TIPS WHEN TRAVELLING: avoiding the Cheryl Cole and more…

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HEALTH TIPS WHEN TRAVELLING: avoiding the Cheryl Cole and more…

…have a journey to make and toilets are not always at hand. Always read the label and remember to rehydrate with water and rehydration salts, or sports drinks if you have diarrhoea.” On their site they have this travel hotspot thing: Find out more about Travellers’ Diarrhoea What are your tips? Add a comment on the blog or email and I will add: [email protected] ——————————————————– Sign up now to get updates from Gary Bembridge: Tips for Travell…

HILTON MILLENIUM HOTEL, NEW YORK, USA: noisy due to ground zero building

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HILTON MILLENIUM HOTEL, NEW YORK, USA: noisy due to ground zero building

…it on this trip. The hotel is right next to the famous Century 21 discount label department store and an easy 10 minute walk to South Street Sea Port area with its shops and museums and the major drop off and pick up for the round Manhattan bus tours. But overall, it is not a very handy destination for tourists as far from the shopping areas and Central Park etc. Overall, I liked the room a lot but the noise of construction did wake me up earlier…

Getting Disembarkation Day Right

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The Best Way To End Your Cruise: Getting Disembarkation Day Right

…if you are putting your luggage out keep the tear off tag from the luggage label, that will remind you what allocated slot you have and, as some cruise lines require us to show our luggage tag colour to let you off the ship, the allocated time. Finally, when packing, don’t pack the cruise line umbrella, dressing gown, binoculars or other bits and pieces around the cabin. You will likely be charged for those and often at a much higher amount than i…

These 7 Things Throw Norwegian Fjords Cruisers Every Time!

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These 7 Things Throw Norwegian Fjords Cruisers Every Time!

…ke design. And of course, they have trolls everywhere. Always check on the label where they’re made. I would stress again that Norway is very expensive. The currency is the Norwegian kroner, and because it’s not the Euro, the exchange rate is more complicated, it’s easy to get confused about how much you’re paying. Make sure you understand it. On the plus side, many of the souvenir shops will take Euros and some will take dollars or UK Sterling. I…

I Tried the World's “Most Popular Small Ship Cruise” Line

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I Tried the World’s “Most Popular Small Ship Cruise” Line: Windstar Cruises

…ut the overall dress code was very relaxed. This was not a flashy designer label for dinner experience, it was more like when I have been on an expedition cruise. In short, were what you bring and wear was low on the list. Personal Feel The third thing was with a maximum of 312 guests and 200 crew. People said they liked that they got to know the crew and vice versa. They liked always being called by name. As the same crew would man lunch, dinner,…

You Shouldn’t Cruise on These Lines. Here’s Why

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You Shouldn’t Cruise on These Lines. Here’s Why

…I certainly wouldn’t book Crystal under their new owners, Abercrombie and Kent, because it’s going to be a completely different line. That’s new management, new crew, and we just don’t know how that’s going to settle down. #3 Burnt The third area of cruise lines I avoid are those I have grown apart from. Over time, our tastes change. My very first ship was P&O Aurora. And because it was my first ship, I stuck with P&O Cruises after that. I booked…

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I Paid A Fortune to Cruise On “New” Crystal Cruises. Was It Worth It?

…two ships and name were bought by the luxury travel company Abercrombie & Kent, who relaunched it in 2023 after major renovations of the ships. I have been intrigued as recent reviews have been very positive, including it having the highest passenger ratings on Cruise Critic in the ultra-luxury category, better than Regent Seven Seas, Silversea and Seabourn. So, I decided to test Crystal Cruises out to see if they really are the best of the ultra…

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What Cruise Lines Are Non-USA Owned? You’ll Be Surprised. Guaranteed!

…ean. They own the ultra-luxury Crystal Cruises through their Abercrombie & Kent subsidiary. Other European Lines There are several lines thought of as Norwegian based on their history and routes. Though I discovered only three remain under Norwegian ownership. One of the most famous is Hurtigruten and HX Expeditions, which was spun off out of the Hurtigruten Group. Both, after facing some financial challenges, are now owned by separate UK private…