The Geiranger Fjord is a fjord in the Sunnmøre region of Møre og Romsdal county, Norway. It is located entirely in the Stranda Municipality. It is a 9.3 miles -long branch off the Sunnylvsfjorden, which is a branch off the Storfjorden (Great Fjord). The small village of Geiranger is located at the end of the fjord where the Geirangelva river empties into it.
The fjord is one of Norway's most visited tourist sites. In 2005, it was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, jointly with the Nærøyfjorden, although this status is now threatened by the disputed plans to build power lines across the fjord.
A car ferry, which doubles as a sightseeing trip, is operated by Fjord1 Nordvestlandske. It runs lengthwise along the fjord between the small towns of Geiranger and Hellesylt.
Along the fjord's sides there lie a number of now-abandoned farms. Some restoration has been made by the Storfjordens venner association. The most commonly visited among these are Skageflå, Knivsflå, and Blomberg. Skageflå may also be reached on foot from Geiranger, while the others require a boat excursion. The fjord is also host to several impressive waterfalls such as Seven Sisters Falls.
This fjord is surrounded by some of the steepest mountains on the entire west coast. It is very narrow and has no habitable shore area, for the precipitous heights rise in sheer and rugged strata almost straight out of the water. Foaming waterfalls plunge into the fjord from jagged peaks. There are, however, a few mountain farms here, and of these one or two have such hazardous access, by paths that wind around steep precipices, and by bridges that are fixed to the mountain with iron bolts and rings, that they bear witness in a most striking way to the remarkable powers of invention which the challenges of nature have developed in man.
The two most notable waterfalls in the Geiranger Fjord are Seven Sisters Falls and the Suitor (also called The Friar). Both falls face one another across the fjord, and the Suitor is said to be trying to woo the sisters opposite.
The Bridal Veil is another waterfall in the fjord, so named because it falls delicately over one rocky edge, and when seen backlit by the sun it has the appearance of a thin veil over the rocks.
The Geiranger Fjord is under constant threat from the mountain Åkerneset which is about to erode into the fjord. A collapse would produce a tsunami, hitting several nearby towns including Geiranger and Hellesylt in about ten minutes.
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The 15 islands of the Cooks lie halfway between New Zealand and Hawaii.
A mix of coral atolls and volcanic islands, good few of the nine Southern islands could be listed as “must see before I die”. An idyllic climate, stunning scenery, warm-hearted people and a desirable way of life where “hurry” has not been coined, make them irresistible. Bush clad volcanic peaks descend to glistening white sands and the inevitable palm-fringed blue lagoons. Rarotonga, the capital and Aitutaki, breathtakingly beautiful dominate the call of the conch.
Rarotonga
Dominated by a once almighty volcanic pyramid, now worn down by time and streams to sawtooth peaks and razorback ridges, the lush green carpeted Rarotonga, is the capital, and the hub of the Cook Islands.
It is also the youngest island of the group, so unlike its equally enchanting sisters which have been eroded and submerged by age, Rarotonga stands brilliantly upright against the sun. Its vistas are strewn and spiked with jutting pinnacles that fall to terraces and flats planted with bananas, coconuts, paw paw and pineapples that shift into a swampy plateau marked by the inimitable taro patch.
Aitutaki
The view from here reveals a spectacular array of technicolor fish which can be seen close up by taking a Bishop’s Cruise (an experience in itself – the Aitutakians aptitude for song and dance and storytelling comes to the fore with a captive audience of sightseers.) Get your passport stamped on One Foot Island – step onto the first landing for the flying boats that flew the original Coral Route, go snorkeling in the clearest waters ever seen or simply spend a few hours slipping from sand to sea.
Six of these beautiful Cook Islands lie to the north. Described as “the stuff that dreams are made of”, their remote appeal pulls at the hearts of explorers, adventurers, authors and artists. Each island is unique. Discover the largest atoll, Penrhyn , the intriguing island of Suwarrow with a population of two, Pukapuka with its own language and Manihiki with its treasure trove of black pearls. The palm-fringed pearly white sands framing turquoise lagoons will prove irresistible.
Pukapuka
Pukapuka is a fisherman’s paradise. The indigo waters outside the reef are rich with fish – yellow fin tuna and mahi mahi can be caught in their numbers on a daily run; catching flying fish at night is a thrilling experience for all. Fast little boats literally fly over the water chasing them and scooping them up in nets. Barbecued over hot stones or marinated in coconut cream is a delicacy gourmands dream about.
Manihiki
Manihiki, a necklace of islands set in the vast blue Pacific and around 1299km from Rarotonga, is the epicentre of the Cook Islands’ pearl industry. It’s also one of the most remote inhabited places on earth
Discover all fifteen beautiful Cook Islands. Breathe in the fresh pure air. Wade into the cool, calm, blue lagoons. Let the untouched charm of these beautiful Cook Islands capture your spirit and hold your heart.
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You'll need plenty of high-energy foods because you burn more calories in the cold. Drink plenty of fluids, but avoid caffeine.
Tip from the modelling world to prevent your hands from chapping, ALWAYS wear gloves when you're going out in the cold, even if it's just for a short time.
You'll want a layer that wicks moisture away from your body. Wear layers to stay warm. Loose clothing assists in circulation. Wear a neck gaiter to keep your neck and lower face warm. Pack a couple of 100% cotton T-shirts. They're breathable, warm and flexible - great for layering - and they can double as nightshirts.
It will be warmer if you do a few exercises before you get on the lift, and right after you get off. Go inside frequently to warm up.
Your face should be protected. Use moisturizer to provide protection from the wind. Don't forget the sunblock. Use a face mask or neck gaiter up over your mouth and/or nose.
Thermal socks are warm and help absorb moisture. Be sure you can move your toes in your boots to keep circulation moving. Toe warmers are great.
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In the end, I used this fail proof list of what to bring while packing for my winter trip to Europe. It helped me pack everything in one carry on, keep warm once I was in Europe, and look good doing it!
Your hands may be better protected by mittens than gloves. Glove liners help. Remove metal rings and bracelets. Hand warmers are a good idea.
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Flying with children is tough enough, but during the winter holidays, crowded airports and delayed flights can conspire to make a parent’s job even harder. Here are some tips that will help smooth your journey.
Create a Play Zone
Even if your airport doesn’t have a year-round playground, airports sometimes set up seasonal activities or art exhibits during the holidays. Once you have cleared security, ask at an information desk about play areas and special services available for the holiday rush. Once you've found one, you'll leave one parent in the play zone with the children while the other runs reconnaissance gathering snacks, bottled water, and whatever else you want for your flight.
Plan Extra Time, a Must
Crowded freeways, full parking lots, and long security lines can feel like they’re conspiring to make you miss your flight. Your children are so frazzled by the time they get to the airport that they melt down long before you make it to your gate (especially if this is their first flight), and the bustling food court makes it tricky to get them the snack they so desperately need. Allow yourself an hour longer than you'd normally need, and your children might even get a chance to run off some energy before your flight boards.
Find the Family Lane
If your airport has more than one security checkpoint, ask which one has a “family lane.” Family lanes generally skip past the longest part of the security line, and TSA agents sometimes have stickers to give children after they pass through the metal detector. Keep in mind that children aged 12 and under do not need to remove their shoes at the security checkpoint, and that children too young to hold still never need to go through a backscatter X-ray.
Send Gifts Ahead
If you are packing gifts for your children or other family members, that extra bulk in your luggage can really wear you out. Instead, consider ordering gifts online and having them sent directly to your destination (most hotels will hold packages for your arrival). Barring that, look for easily packable gifts. Just remember to allow extra space in your luggage to bring home gifts you receive.
Pack Extra Activities and Charge the Batteries
Flight delays may mean that your children exhaust their busy bag activities before your travel is completed. To avoid a mid-flight meltdown, bring along more than you think you'll need, and then study up finger rhymes, hand-clapping games and card games. (This same advice holds for baby food and diapers, neither of which can be easily replenished in an airport shop). If you are relying on electronics to keep the children entertained, be sure your batteries are fully charged before you leave home. Don't forget to put any chargers in your carry-on bag for a quick top-up at the airport.
Stay Healthy
Mix a crowded airport full of people just at the beginning of flu season with a run-down family and you have a sure recipe for sickness on the flight home. Take the time to wash hands, keep children well hydrated, eat healthy snacks, and get enough rest so that you don’t get sick too. The fees for changing your flight due to illness can be shocking, and no parent wants to be in the position of dragging a sick child on an airplane.
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Part of Dublin Airport could go private. Does it matter to the average traveler or tourist that is coming for a visit or business? Does this change the traffic pattern for the airport.
There now seems to be some realistic chance that private enterprise will run any third terminal at Dublin Airport in competition with the existing facilities operated by State-owned DAA.
Yesterday the Department of Transport sought tenders for consultants to carry out a review of likely demand at the three State-owned airports, Cork, Dublin and Shannon, to 2050.
Whichever firm is hired will have to consider not just when Dublin should get a third terminal but to consider the advantages and disadvantages of allowing an independent player to run the new facility over the DAA.
Minister for Transport Shane Ross said his department was going to commission the study this year rather than in 2018, when it was originally due to be carried out, because of the growth at the airports, and particularly in Dublin which is set to shatter last year’s record of 25 million passengers.
You do not have to look far to see from where he might have taken the idea of getting an independent operator to run terminal three should it be built. Last July his department published a report by economic consultants Indecon which suggested that any new facility at the capital’s airport should compete with the existing terminals.
Indecon’s logic was that competition within the airport could help lessen the need for Dublin to be regulated and lead to lower charges for airlines, and thus a better deal for passengers.
Dublin is far bigger than any other airport in the country, State-owned or otherwise, so the Commission for Aviation Regulation regulates its charges. Given that it has more than 80 per cent of the Republic’s air passengers, it is unlikely that Cork or Shannon will ever close the gap.
Thus the only other alternative is for Dublin to compete with itself. Nobody knows just how realistic a proposal that is, but Indecon thought it was at least worth considering and it now looks like Ross agrees.
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When you explore Ireland’s Ancient East, you wander through 5,000 years of history. Peel back the layers of history and discover a story that unfolds in the vast green landscapes that seduced a millennia of settlers from Ancient Man to Early-Christians and Medieval Lords to Colonial Settlers. On your journey immerse yourself in history as you are greeted by prehistoric wonders, monastic marvels, magnificent castles and grand estates at every turn. This is 5,000 years of history. This is Ireland’s Ancient East.
Moving through swampland-turned-sacred settlement where a saint lived and died. Marvelling at monumental bridal dowries far beyond the realm of modern times. Exploring the extravagance of a rich man and a magnificent castle sold for a mere £50.
You’ve reached the Historic Heartlands, and counties Offaly, Laois, Kildare, Tipperary, Limerick, Carlow and Kilkenny. A place where epic alliances were forged in love and expedience were born, carved into the land and the traditions honored ever since. Uncover supernatural tales of hellhounds and hidden treasure. See ancient dolmens, wander through medieval castles perched on hilltops and discover just how advanced prehistoric hunters really were.
The first and largest Palladian manor in Ireland, this Renaissance-inspired abode is a sight to behold. Set on an estate boasting pretty river walks and open parkland, the house itself is flanked by two extravagant wings. It was said that Conolly would require 240 horses to bring his half-year’s rent from Dublin to Castletown. TURTLE BUNBURY, AUTHOR AND HISTORIAN William Conolly was his name and dubious deals during the Williamite War in Ireland (1688-1691) had earned him a colossal fortune. When he died, Conolly was one of the richest men on the island and owned a staggering 100,000 acres of land. That’s equivalent to 75,625 football fields. At the heart of this acreage? Castletown House.
Lough Boora, County Offaly
Life in the Mesolithic era was simple: hunt, eat, sleep, repeat. And so it was in Lough Boora Bog where the stone blades, axe and arrow heads of hunters were discovered beneath the mire – as well as an Iron Age bog body complete with stab wound.
Tullamore D.E.W. Visitor Center, County Offaly
On the banks of the Grand Canal in County Offaly sits the 19th century warehouse that is home to Tullamore D.E.W., so named after the whiskey's creator Daniel E Williams. Connoisseurs will delight in the tasting tour, while novices can journey through Ireland’s whiskey-making history.
Birr Castle, County Offaly
Surrounded by the lush landscaped gardens of Birr Castle, William Parsons yearned to understand the star-strewn heavens above. His ever-impressive Leviathan telescope remains at the castle today, an abiding testament to his passion for astronomy.
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