What is the Cradle of Humankind? The Cradle of Humankind (originally known as Cradle of Mankind) is an area in South Africa. Fossilised remains of ancient forms of animals, tools, plants and most importantly, hominids have been found in many dolomitic limestone caves. These traces provide valuable information about human evolution. The oldest evidence dates back three (3)...Read More
What is Earthship? An Earthship is a style of architecture developed in the late 20th century to early 21st century by architect MICHAEL REYNOLDS. Earthships are designed to behave as passive solar earth shelters made of both natural and upcycled materials such as earth-packed tires. The Earthship is an autonomous self-sufficient house built with natural...Read More
Did you Know Who is the Biggest Flower Exporter in the World? The NETHERLANDS: The Dutch auctions provide about 60% of all global floriculture trading volume, while the Netherlands itself is the world’s largest flower exporter by value, accounting for about 34% of the world’s total flower exports every year. The Netherlands is called the...Read More
from the States to Latin America; from Europe to Asia… RUSSIA: Spice Up Your Champagne. Write a wish down on a piece of paper, burn it, and add the ashes on your Champagne. Cheers! GREECE: Hang an onion on the front door of homes as a symbol of rebirth in the New Year. GERMANY &...Read More
Egypt officially opened a road lined with hundreds of 3,000-year-old sphinx statues in an evening ceremony at Karnak Temple featuring Pharaonic chariots and hundreds of performers in Luxor on November 25, 2021. The nearly 3km (1.86 miles) ancient road, which took decades to excavate, will help improve access between the temples of Karnak and Luxor.It’s...Read More
Monuments historiques et spectacles vivantsLe président du Comité des Jeux olympiques, Tony Estanguet parle d’un “projet participatif ouvert avec des valeurs humaines très fortes”. Six kilomètres de croisière entre monuments historiques et spectacles vivants. Le projet et beau reste à régler des problèmes de sécurité un véritable défi face à tant d’affluence espérée.https://www.francetvinfo.fr/…/paris-2024-les-jeux… Plus de...Read More
TRAVEL NEWS FROM AROUND THE WORLD BA THREATENS TO CUT HEATHROW FLIGHTS OVER AIRPORT FEE ROW Airport plans massive 76% fee increase. “Hiking charges will not help. It will not attract demand – it will have the opposite effect. If the rise in landing charges goes ahead, I know IAG will not be alone in...Read More
Dubai Sites to See, Things to Do Burj KhalifaSki DubaiBurj Al ArabAquarium & Underwater ZooDubai MallAqua Venture Water ParkDubai FrameThe Lost Chambers AquariumDubai FountainLegoland DubaiWater CanalDubai DolphinariumWorld IslandDubai Safari ParkPalm IslandWild Wadi Water ParkAin DubaiAl Fahidi Historical DistrictGarden ShowBollywood ParksButterfly GardenDubai Parks & ResortsMiracle GardenThe Green PlanetMontiongate DubaiSkydive DubaiIMG World of AdventureZLine Dubai MarinaMadinat JumeirahKite...Read More
People in France are being asked to vote for their favorite French monument to be revealed in the fourth series of French TV show Le Monument Préféré des Français (The Nation’s Favourite Monument). Presented by Stéphane Bern, the show was aired on France 3 to coincide with the 38th celebration of the European Heritage Days...Read More
ASTE OF PARIS 2021.50 Chefs, Various Culinary Creations at Max. 12 Euro.A four day festival where you can sample some of the most delicious food in Paris in taster sized portions, served by the chefs themselves at their pop-up restaurants. Whether Michelin-starred, trend setters or future young talents, Taste of Paris warmly welcomes today’s most...Read More