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28th September 2009
Jaipur was built in 18th century by Raja Sawai Jai Singh and was the first planned city of India. It is the best tourist destination in India for the people who are attracted towards the rich historical past of India, The royal and heritage buildings, For... Read >
Author: diaykapoor24th September 2009
Jaipur was built in 18th century by Raja Sawai Jai Singh and was the first planned city of India. It is the best tourist destination in India for the people who are attracted towards the rich historical past of India, The royal and heritage buildings, For... Read >
Author: Diya24th September 2009
The love affair of Edward, Prince of Wales (Edward VIII) and Wallis Simpson in 1936 is the stuff of romantic dramas. Alas, reality was a lot less inspiring. Even as she was being wooed by her regal paramour - and while still being married to Ernest Aldri... Read >
Author: wbdoyle23rd September 2009
Every girl dreams of having the perfect wedding. From childhood we are bombarded these images of perfection in glamorous celebrity weddings whose unlimited budgets are reflected in the designer gowns, lavish jewelry, multitude of guests, and sumptuous buf... Read >
Author: wbdoyle23rd September 2009
Burberry was founded in 1856 by Thomas Burberry, then 21 years old, in Basingstoke, Hampshire in England. By 1870 the business has established itself as a distinguished source for outdoor wears. In 1880 he invented gabardine, a water-resistant, durable, b... Read >
Author: Neem Sun22nd September 2009
Things to Do in Chennai : Chennai previously known as Madras is the capital of the state of Tamil Nadu and is ranked as India's fourth largest metropolitan city and 34th largest metropolitan area in the world. Chennai sizzles with numerous options to enjo... Read >
Author: Edna16th September 2009
The Royal Hunt Cup is the fourth race of the second day at Royal Ascot. It follows the Prince of Wales Stakes, which is a big Group 1 race with a purse of £450,000. Thus some people might consider the Royal Hunt Cup to be somewhat of an anticlimax. If yo... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer13th August 2009
Bariatric surgery is a specialised type of surgery that denotes any surgical procedure performed to treat obesity by the modification of the gastrointestinal tract in order to reduce the intake and absorption of nutrients. The term does not include proced... Read >
Author: Dr.Phil Xavier08th August 2009
Cannock is the largest town in the Cannock Chase District in the county of Staffordshire. The city is located 32 km north of Birmingham. Cannock was known for coal mining, so the atmosphere was conducive to the growth of several industries. Also, due to i... Read >
Author: Hayden08th August 2009
Over 1,300 thoroughbred horse racing meetings at 59 racecourses are held annually across the United Kingdom. Prize money is in excess of £100 million and more than 6 million people attend race meetings each year. The sport is ingrained in British culture... Read >
Author: miteljanson01st August 2009
Burberry is a British luxury fashion house, manufacturing clothing and fashion accessories such as watches. Its distinctive tartan pattern has become one of its most wide recognised trademarks. Royal Warrants have been granted to the company by HM Queen E... Read >
Author: Peter Burrowes23rd July 2009
Did you know that in 2005 when Prince of Wales, the future King of England, got engaged to Camilla Parker Bowles, the diamond ring was a platinum engagement ring with 1920s platinum setting with a square-cut central diamond flanked by six diamond baguette... Read >
Author: shweta23rd July 2009
Cannock is the largest town in the Cannock Chase District in the county of Staffordshire. The city is located 32 km north of Birmingham. Cannock was known for coal mining, so the atmosphere was conducive to the growth of several industries. Also, due to i... Read >
Author: Hayden20th July 2009
Did you know that in 2005 when Prince of Wales, the future King of England, got engaged to Camilla Parker Bowles, the diamond ring was a platinum engagement ring with 1920s platinum setting with a square-cut central diamond flanked by six diamond baguette... Read >
Author: shweta08th July 2009
The role of a signet ring is traditionally to act as an emblem of personal heritage and family history with their use dating back to ancient civilisations as early as the 12th century. They have been used throughout history to display a personal signature... Read >
Author: Surf Pacific01st July 2009
Burberry is a British luxury fashion house, manufacturing clothing and fashion accessories such as watches. Its distinctive tartan pattern has become one of its most wide recognised trademarks. Royal Warrants have been granted to the company by HM Queen E... Read >
Author: Peter Burrowes28th June 2009
Ancient yet modern, fabulously rich yet very poor, Mumbai is India in microcosm. Once a tropical archipelago of seven islands, and the Raj’s brightest jewel; Mumbai is a place where people from different parts of India come for various purposes like tr... Read >
Author: Enid Glasgow12th June 2009
Mumbai or Bombay whichever way you like to call it is a city of stardust and millions of dreams as they say. The financial capital of India, Mumbai has carved a specific place for itself on the map of the world. A conglomerate of seven islands, this city ... Read >
Author: Manoj Mishra12th June 2009
Mumbai or Bombay whichever way you like to call it is a city of stardust and millions of dreams as they say. The financial capital of India, Mumbai has carved a specific place for itself on the map of the world. A conglomerate of seven islands, this city ... Read >
Author: Manoj 12th June 2009
The Greek root ‘endo’ means in and ‘scope’ means a tube. Thus, the term ‘endoscopy’ refers to the technique of ‘looking inside’ with the help of a tube. The inside here is the inside of the human body and the tube is a thin tube that is in... Read >
Author: Dr.Phil Xavier05th June 2009
Jaipur is one of the most charming and captivating cities in India. It is the capital city of the royal state of Rajasthan, India. It is famously described as the Pink City of India. It was founded by a great ruler and astronomer Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh ... Read >
Author: seoraj05th June 2009
Jaipur is one of the most charming and captivating cities in India. It is the capital city of the royal state of Rajasthan, India. It is famously described as the Pink City of India. It was founded by a great ruler and astronomer Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh ... Read >
Author: seoraj20th May 2009
The Royal Family, otherwise known as the British Monarchy has been ruling over the UK since 871 when King Alfred the Great was recognised as the first British Monarch or King of England. The current British Monarch stands as Queen Elizabeth II who has two... Read >
Author: Lisa Mills11th May 2009
Although the importance of safety in surgery was recognised from the beginning, the science that ensured this evolved slower than the surgical procedures themselves. The three main problems in early surgeries were bleeding, pain and infection. These were ... Read >
Author: Dr.Phil Xavier17th April 2009
The city of Manchester is perhaps best known for its versatile music scene, comprised of everything from indie rock to dance and house music. It’s no surprise as to why: with so many successful music artists either having emerged or gaining significant ... Read >
Author: pmcindoe09th April 2009
Mumbai - formerly Bombay - is a city that is built on a long, thin strip of island that lies just off the west coast of Maharashtra, western India. Mumbai is the business and financial centre of the country and has an eclectic mix of old and new, where gl... Read >
Author: pmcindoe02nd April 2009
The Hermes (pronounced “air mess”) design empire began as a simple saddlery in Paris. Popular throughout the early 1800s for their fine saddles and halters, they quickly developed a reputation for excellence and success that made them renowned worldwi... Read >
Author: Tommy Martin02nd April 2009
The Hermes (pronounced air mess) name has a long history of excellence and worldwide success. Well known for their designer handbags, Hermes entered the fashion world as a saddler in 1837. Originally running a harness workshop on the Grands Boulevards q... Read >
Author: Tommy Martin02nd April 2009
Beginning as a saddlery, the Hermes (pronounced “air mess”) family quickly established a reputation for excellence and success worldwide. Popular in the 1800s for their fine saddles and halters, Hermes is today a renowned fashion house. Their designer... Read >
Author: Tommy Martin17th March 2009
An important document in the history of 19th century English furniture was a book of designs by George Smith, who held the appointment of "Upholder extraordinary to HRH the Prince of Wales" (the future King George IV). Smith had a business premise at Prin... Read >
Author: Brad P Newman13th March 2009
Windsor Castle is one of England’s largest, containing thirteen acres within its walls. It has enjoyed favor as a royal residence from Norman times to the present, and is the only royal castle to have made the transition to palace. Most monarchs have ... Read >
Author: Tim Roseland10th March 2009
The recently released, Slumdog Millionaire was to prove the most popular film on the night at the 2009 Oscar Awards.
Slumdog Millionaire tells the story of Jamal Malik, a young boy from the slums who takes a seat in the spotlight of the Hindi version ... Read >
Author: Andrew Regan10th February 2009
From the 18th century, the Belgian chocolate has risen in fame. In 1912, a chocolate genius Jean Neuhaus created a new procedure and increased its popularity ten-fold. He used a "couverteur" which is a specialized chocolate version. It is also the praline... Read >
Author: Julie Spear17th January 2009
Are you planning to spend your next vacation in Indian ? Come and discover the royal heritage of the country as you embark on one the heritage tours to India. The Heritage tours of Rajasthan are the most famous excursions undertaken by a large number of t... Read >
Author: Rohan arora02nd December 2008
Melbourne, the state capitol of Victoria is one of the busiest cities in Australia. But the city is also considered among tourists as a city with something for everyone and this rings true when someone digs deeper to the attractions on offer in this multi... Read >
Author: eMarketingEye27th November 2008
Redang is a very popular tourist spot. It a 7 kilometers longs and 6 kilometers wide which makes it one of the largest island in the east coast of Malaysia. It is situated about 45 kilometers offshore from Terengganu. The archipelago of Redang consists of... Read >
Author: quinlanmurray26th November 2008
Hobart, the most populated city and the state capital of Tasmania is considered as one of the renowned tourist destinations of Australia. Strategically located on the south-eastern estuary of River Derwent, Hobart is highly preferred by the globetrotters.... Read >
Author: Amit Pandey11th November 2008
Redang is a very popular tourist spot. It a 7 kilometers longs and 6 kilometers wide which makes it one of the largest island in the east coast of Malaysia. It is situated about 45 kilometers offshore from Terengganu. The archipelago of Redang consists of... Read >
Author: quinlanmurray11th November 2008
If you are in search for some premium seating and don’t know where to book your Ottawa Senators Hockey Tickets, then here you have some help as hand. But before we go ahead and tell you the way through which you can make your ticket bookings, let us lea... Read >
Author: reed tieri28th October 2008
The Stormont Parliament Building is the headquarters of the Northern Ireland Assembly. It can be found in the Stormont area of east Belfast and although you'll need prior arrangements to see the inside, it's well worth take a stroll around the grounds and... Read >
Author: Mairead Foley23rd October 2008
The 2008 ABTA Convention (ABTA is the Association of British Travel Agents) took place in October in Las Palmas on Gran Canaria - the first time ABTA had gathered on the island.
A major theme of the convention was the issue of innovation in tourism. Bu... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer15th October 2008
The origins of golf clubs can be traced back to 1826 where club maker Robert Forgan of Scotland used American hickory wood to manufacturer shafts. Hickory was soon adopted as the wood of choice despite cheaper alternatives available.
1848 saw the conc... Read >
Author: Duncan White12th September 2008
A small market town situated in the Northumberland in the North East of England, Alnwick is a quaint town which is regularly voted one of the top places to live in the United Kingdom.
Dating back to 600AD, Alnwick is a historic town, boasting the beaut... Read >
Author: Karl Guevara11th September 2008
Full Circle continues with their own signature detailing and contemporary, understated style to blur the lines between structured formality and casual elegance. A positive mood of simplicity is the key for Full Circle’s collection.
Full Circle's inim... Read >
Author: Kaushik Mukherjee09th September 2008
From the moment that it was announce that she would be marrying Charles, the Prince of Wales, Diana found herself in the limelight by becoming part of the Royal Family. During the years from her engagement to Charles until her untimely death in a car acci... Read >
Author: MIKE SELVON08th September 2008
World Heritage Sites are places of "outstanding universal value"' chosen by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation. The Dorset and East Devon Coast is one of the most speactacular of England's World Heritage Sites. Known as T... Read >
Author: Rod Smith05th September 2008
There was a time when many little girls, as they grew up, would dream of being a princess, living in a palace, and marrying a handsome prince. For Elizabeth, daughter of the Duke and Duchess of York, however, this was not a dream but reality.
Born on A... Read >
Author: Creative Assistant03rd September 2008
1) The Roman Baths
The Romans Baths were built shortly after the Romans came to Britain in 43AD and are fed by Britain's only natural hot spring. The paving slabs around the Baths used by visitors today are the same ones used by the Romans hundreds of ye... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer17th July 2008
The British Royal family always has a say when it comes to fashion, especially about the apparel they wear themselves. The royalty has been so particular about the quality of clothes worn especially in public. In the early 1900s, HRH Prince of Wales becam... Read >
Author: Neil Thompson15th July 2008
Barbour is a name synonymous with a wax jacket. J Barbour and Sons Ltd., was established in 1894 and is now a fourth generation family company. The company has greatly evolved since the days when they supplied oilskins to local fishermen. With a history t... Read >
Author: sam lowe23rd June 2008
Seeing a man (or rather, every man) in New York wearing a formal, black tie evening suit, complete with formal wear tuxedo accessories shouldn’t be new to anyone at all.
New York is known for the richness of the art culture it cultivates in its bord... Read >
Author: Charlie Angeles20th June 2008
1. The Prince of Wales formally opened Midland counties museum and gallery of art (formally known as the Nottingham Castle) on the 3rd of July 1878.
2. Victoria Centre is the tallest building in Nottingham standing at 72m/256ft. Built in 1972 it is small... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer27th May 2008
Gundagai is a town in the Australian state of New South Wales located along the big Murrumbidgee River at the foot of Mt Parnassus. Just a stone’s throw away from the Muniong and Yambla Mountain ranges, Gundagai is popular for its old bridges, monuments... Read >
Author: dusty road16th April 2008
Kew Gardens is a dazzling assortment of gardens and glass houses disseminated in a mammoth area of 3000 acres. Located on the south bank of the Thames River between Richmond and Kew, the Kew Gardens houses an unthinkable array of attractions with delightf... Read >
Author: James Cook03rd April 2008
1>Period Style Mantels - Continuing the Fires Of Times Past
Period style mantels offer a traditional air of authenticity and a beautiful means of showcasing your fireplace, often the focal point of your main family living area. By choosing a mantel based... Read >
Author: Lawrence DePippa02nd April 2008
If you are looking for hotels in Jaipur, you have a host of options available. Known for its palaces and forts, Jaipur – the pink city of India – is one of the premiere tourist attractions in India. With the glorious past of heroism and valor and trad... Read >
Author: Jadiete Collinns01st April 2008
Big Game Hunter and Friend of the "taxidermy" Ward Family
Sir Samuel White Baker (1821-1893), traveller and sportsman, was born on 8 June 1921 in London. He was educated at a private school at Rottingdean, at the College School, Gloucester, and private... Read >
Author: www.Taxidermy4cash.com06th February 2008
The Ottawa senators are based in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. They are the present Eastern Conference champions and hold the Prince Of Wales Trophy. They are one of the most successful teams in the league. Ottawa Senators tickets are always in demand. Therefo... Read >
Author: reed tieri30th August 2007
Known as "London by the Sea", Brighton is one of the UK's largest and most famous seaside resorts.
Brighton's heyday came in the 18th Century when the town's favour with the party-loving Prince of Wales (later George VI) gave it an immediate cachet.... Read >
Author: Michiel Van Kets24th August 2007
Every girl dreams of having the perfect wedding. From childhood we are bombarded these images of perfection in glamorous celebrity weddings whose unlimited budgets are reflected in the designer gowns, lavish jewelry, multitude of guests, and sumptuous bu... Read >
Author: aseya23rd July 2007
Historic anecdotes from Savile Row the worlds’ leading tailoring precinct. Savile Row is entering a new era of creativity and the rest of the world watch eagerly and follow suit.
1860
Bertie, the rakish Prince of Wales, ordered a short smoking jacke... Read >
Author: Patrick05th July 2007
The Harris Tweed Jacket is recognised worldwide as an icon of British style. It’s a home grown classic with a proud heritage and a distinct provenance. Since its founding in England in the nineteenth century, Harris Tweed has been synonymous with qualit... Read >
Author: Patrick25th May 2007
As millions of men all over the world don their dark suit, white shirt and necktie every morning in preparation for another hard day at the office, they pay homage to a style that dates back almost two hundred years. So it’s only proper that you should ... Read >
Author: Patrick21st April 2007
Charles Philip Arthur George Windsor named at his birth on the 14th of November 1948. Charles, the eldest child and son of Queen Elizabeth II of England, Great Britain, Wales, and all Territories, is the current heir to the British throne. Born to Eliza... Read >
Author: Reed Oxman27th March 2007
The city of New York has nine teams representing the four major sports – baseball, basketball, football, and ice hockey. Two teams represent New York in ice hockey – the New York (NY) Rangers, and the New York Islanders. The NY Rangers are based at th... Read >
Author: reed tieri12th March 2007
The New York (NY) Islanders is one of the two ice hockey teams from New York. The NY Islanders were formed to block the upstart New York Raiders of the World Hockey Association (WHA), and the WHA itself from placing its team at the newly constructed Nassa... Read >
Author: reed tieri05th February 2007
Best castles in Europe
Everybody has their own dream castle. For some it's the Disney castles with its turrets and spires; for others, a ruined stone tower standing on a mountain peak, or a brick gatehouse reflected in the still waters of a moat.
A... Read >
Author: Andrea Kirkby12th August 2006
The Thames has famous bridges, with a long history. The bridges were added as London grew to allow access to North and South of the Thames, whether by foot, car or train.
The River Thames divides the city into northern and southern halves making naviga... Read >
Author: anil gupta02nd August 2006
You hear a lot about the Alaska Marine Highway System, and no wonder. The system has been around for more than four decades now doing yeoman service for Alaskans as well as Alaska visitors who are looking for a do-it-yourself ferry cruise from the Lower ... Read >
Author: Mike Miller24th July 2006
The Eiffel Tower - an enormous structure of exposed latticework supports made of iron, was constructed for the Paris Exposition of 1889. The Prince of Wales officiated at the ceremonial opening. Of the 700 proposals submitted in a design competition, one ... Read >
Author: anil gupta20th May 2006
In 1928 Edward (Edward Albert Christian George Andrew Patrick David Windsor), the eldest son of King George V and uncle of Elizabeth II, met Mrs. Wallis Simpson. She had divorced her first husband in 1927 and subsequently married Ernest Simpson, an Anglo-... Read >
Author: Vga Agp26th January 2006
Prenatal vitamins are an important source of folate and other vital nutrients during pregnancy. And many women, with the popularity of herbal medicine, take other herbs during pregnancy. Some of these herbs they may have been taking before, for an existin... Read >
Author: Rebecca Prescott20th January 2006
By Richard W. Wise
When Charles, Prince of Wales decided to seek the hand of Lady Diana, diamond was not even in the running. Rumor has it that a call went out for a perfect ruby above six carats to consummate the royal betrothal. So rare is the pige... Read >
Author: Richard W Wise
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