Tag: England
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Freddie Mercury’s London Home Offered For Sale
One of the greatest rock frontmen of all time, Queen’s Freddie Mercury was famous for his theatrical style and four octave vocal range. Born Farrokh Bulsara in Zanzibar, he fled to England with his family in the wake of the Zanzibar Revolution, in which many Arabs and South Asians were massacred. Settling near London, he…
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Study- Most Stolen Hotel Items
Study: Theft in Hotels Which items are stolen the most? German version Munich, February, 2024 — Stealing soaps or pens seems harmless for many hotel guests, however, some are so bold that they carry TVs, pianos, mattresses or even stuffed animals out of the hotel. Wellness Heaven has asked 1,376 hotel managers which items are…
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Most Famous And Weirdest Retired Soccer Jersey Numbers
With the retirement of Francesco Totti five years ago, fans had been wondering if his team, Roma, would retire his famous number 10 shirt. In the end, they did not. That got us thinking, what are the most famous shirt retirements in Soccer – Football history? Let’s take a look.
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World Travel Ranking For Foodie Destinations
As many dedicated foodies will know, hunting for the most incredible food spots when traveling requires a savvy approach. There are plenty of bustling food markets, charming eateries, and hidden culinary gems around the world to explore – but where are the best cities to be a foodie? To find out, our friends at Spin Genie looked…
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Ferry Travelling In Europe Is Very Popular For Summer- Here Are Costs
Far from the stress of crowded airports or stations, ferries allow you to travel in comfort while taking your time. Our friends at Vivanoda, a web platform that enables all travelers to find ferry, bus, train and plane tickets, wanted to launch a major study into ferry prices in Europe in order to gain a…
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Canada Take Note: UK Needs Hydrogen to Achieve its Net Zero Goals?
The UK Hydrogen Strategy estimates that to meet Net Zero aims by 2050, hydrogen will make up 20-35% of the UK’s final energy demand (250-460 TWh a year). Hydrogen therefore has a critical role to play in the decarbonization of industry, power, heat and transport. Yet in this recent report, the UK Hydrogen Champion found that there is…
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The World’s Weirdest Museums You Must Visit
More often than not, all our museum experiences are quite similar. We see some art or historical artifacts, learn about a subject, and sometimes listen to a lesson during a tour. And while every museum is invaluable, sometimes the heart wants something quirkier and unusual. Evidently, many people had the same sentiment because if you really…
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For Many European Countries, National Flower Is Second Only To Flag In Importance
Many non-native plants can happily survive in other regions of the world, which has given gardeners more choice than ever before. However, native flowers and plants can summarize the landscape of a nation, while communicating the identity of a country. For many countries the national flower is second only to the national flag as the…
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Long Live Our Noble Queen
As the world mourns the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, we undoubtedly acknowledge the scope of her public service for over 70 years. She is one of the most recognized and famous people on the face of the earth. My parents travelled to England when I was young and could (hope to) catch glimpses of…
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Worlds Leading Architects Include Sir Norman Foster
Who is Sir Norman Foster? A British born architect world renowned for his ground-breaking interpretations of neo futuristic and post-modern design, that’s who. Perhaps most famously known for designing and constructing “The Gherkin” tower in London, England at a cost of 138 million pounds. This office building is sure to turn the heads of tourists…
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UK PM Johnson: You May Need Vaccination Proof To Enter Pubs
51% Only days after it was announced that 51% of British adults have received at least one doses of their COVID vaccine, Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said that people may need to present a vaccination certificate in order to go to the pub. One month ago, Johnson had said that this would not be the case.…
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My Magical Mystery Tour of Abbey Road Studio In London
Have you ever experienced something surreal? I had reason to visit and work at Abbey Road Studio in London, and it still seems surreal!! My colleague Jayson Tomlin, Gary Katz (producer of Steely Dan), and myself were there to do testing and evaluation of some new technologies we’ve been working on for broadcast and consumer…
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A Canadian Christmas Tradition: The Queen’s Message
Pre-Christmas debate in the Ontario Legislature provided me an opportunity to highlight upcoming changes in parliamentary protocol, and procedure with respect to the Crown. For example, a change to the Legislature’s Standing Orders will add a clause: “Following prayers on the first sitting Monday of each month, the Canadian national anthem and the Royal Anthem…
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5 Most Famous Hotels In London England
Luxurious living, money and fame are things that spring to mind when thinking about hotels London. Many of them have stood the test of time and built a sterling reputation all over the world attracting many of the rich and famous. Here we’ve compiled a list of the most renowned hotels in London. Claridge’s, London…
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Buckminster Fuller’s Manhattan Dome And Other Concept Buildings
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Get Fit With The Toughest Obstacle Courses In The United Kingdom
Thinking of getting fit but need a challenge to really motivate you? Or perhaps you just want to test your fitness against some of the toughest challenges the UK has to offer. Then perhaps you’d like to look through this guide to find out what event will suit you best- brought to the Silo by…
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Seven Years War Story Behind Our Civic Holiday
As the civic holiday some refer to as Simcoe Day approaches, I wish to shine light on Upper Canada’s first lieutenant-governor. Born Feb. 25, 1752, in England, John Graves Simcoe, although best known as lieutenant-governor, was also a member of British Parliament, colonial administrator, army officer, and commander of the Queen’s Rangers during the Revolutionary…
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Crop Circles And Sacred Sites Of England Tour
Most tangible of Earth mystery Created anew each year On underground currents of energy By sacred sites do appear – Bedazzle us with your beauty yet again! There are few mysteries more accessible than crop circles. Each spring and summer these enigmatic patterns appear overnight in crop fields, particularly around the Avebury landscape temple…