The Grill on the Alley is the place to go if you want great seafood and steak, as well as top notch standards of service plus a vibrant atmosphere that guarantees an enjoyable night out. Seasonal ingredients are always a priority and the very popular steak of the month is a great opportunity to sample the differences in taste between the various breeds. The menu also offers more adventurous options such as ostrich. The fish and seafood is on display in the open kitchen, so you can see exactly what you are getting for your money. One of the great places to eat in Manchester.
The Grill on The Alley Manchester
El Rincon de Rafa is a must if authentic tapas with top quality ingredients, freshly prepared and cooked, as well as surroundings that will transport you to the Mediterranean, are what you are looking for. Some of the recommended items include the mini chorizo sausages, tortilla, meatballs, seafood (exquisite) and patatas bravas. The atmosphere is typically Mediterranean – full of action, and hustle and bustle. One doesn’t come here looking for fine dining service, but they certainly do if they want to give their taste buds a treat!
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There is a host of gorgeous temples among the sights of Bangkok - in fact, it is probably impossible to visit them all in one visit. However, three of the must-see temples in Bangkok are Wat Trimitr, Wat Pho and Wat Benjabophit. These three are mandatory if you want to catch a glimpse into the religious side of life in Bangkok. The holiest location in the country is The Grand Palace at Wat Phra Kaew. Here, worshippers come to pay homage to a carved jade statue called the Emerald Buddha. It may be only 46 centimetre high, but it is revered by many and to witness their devotion in action is a humbling experience.
The Grand Palace at Wat Phra Kaew
Ayutthaya is an excellent day trip from Bangkok as, although there is much to see, you can take it at your own pace. A recommended itinerary is to spend the morning wandering amongst the war-scarred ruins of what used to be the capital of Siam before spending the afternoon relaxing on board a river cruiser. Your feet may be tired from a few hours of exploring ancient temples, but your mind will be serene as you take in the warm breeze and admire Bangkok’s awe-inspiring skyline.
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Dubrovnik, in the Dalmatia region of Croatia, is recognised by UNESCO as a town of special interest. It is home to many historical monuments, such as Orlando’s Pillar. It also contains a number of ancient palaces and fascinating museums. On the many available day trips from Dubrovnik there are some wonderful sights to be seen. Not far from the city is the Pelješac peninsula, where the stone town of Ston is situated. South of Dubrovnik is Mljet Island. This is where you will find a famous Benedictine monastery dating back to the 1100s, established on an island in the centre of a lake.
The Benedictine Monastery on Mljet Island
Dubrovnik is famed for its Ston oysters and mussels, said to be the Adriatic’s best shell fish. It is also known for its frog and eel stew, originating in the Neretva valley. It is here that you will find more sweet pastries than any other seaside town. The best known are Kotonjata and Rožata, while Arancina and Mantalata cakes are also very popular. The best wines in this part of Croatia are Pelješac’s Postup and Dingac, as well as Korcula’s Grk and Pošip. Dubrovnik itself produces the very fine malvasia, from Konavle.
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At Riverside Museum, visitors are encouraged to interact with a number of the exhibits. In this way, they can get a proper sense of what it felt like to be a passenger on public transport in the olden days. The biggest attraction is the South African locomotive. Here, they have also had the novel idea of recreating an entire Glasgow street as it would have looked in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Walking its length, one feels that they have gone back in time. Again interactivity is the key – you are welcome to walk into and around the various subways and shops. With more than 3000 things to see, above as well as around you, be careful not to knock into anything!
Riverside Museum Glasgow
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum is much more than what it at first seems – it is, in fact, 22 modern galleries, each with its own unique theme. Between these 22 galleries, a total of more than 8000 exhibits teach the visitor about a huge range of subjects. These range from natural history to the history of the military, to art through the ages, to name just a few. This is a family friendly institution, with a host of activities and interactive exhibits to keep the kids entertained. Once you visit, you will see why this is one of Glasgow’s most visited free attractions.
In 2011, the Bond Place Hotel was totally overhauled to give it a modern, stylish look. Whether you are staying here for work or pleasure, you are guaranteed to be given the ultimate in friendly service. Smoking is not allowed in any of the bedrooms, which are equipped with spa bathrooms and flat screen televisions. One also has the option to upgrade to a suite, junior suite or business class room. Not only this, but the Bond Place Hotel offers an up to date gym, modern reception and conference rooms. An airport shuttle service will drop you off right on the hotel’s doorstep. It is perfectly located in Downtown Toronto, where Dundas and Yonge Squares meet. Hence the Eaton Centre and Toronto Theatre District are only a stone’s throw away, in addition to a host of great restaurants.
Bond Place Hotel Toronto
The Comfort Hotel Downtown is located in Toronto’s vibrant Bloor-Yorkville neighbourhood, so it is near many of the city’s prime tourist attractions, as well as unique stores and galleries. Its proximity to Downtown Toronto’s Financial District, in addition to its spacious meeting rooms with a maximum capacity of 100 persons, means it is also a perfect base for the working visitor. The hotel’s 113 stylish guestrooms have all the modern conveniences one could ask for, and the excellent restaurant provides room service. Not far from the Comfort Hotel Downtown are Nathan Phillips Square and Toronto City Hall.
Croatian continental dishes generally have early proto-Slavic origins. In more recent times, as Croatia has developed closer ties with countries which have very specific style of cooking, such as Hungary, Austria and Turkey, dishes using freshwater fish, various cuts of meat, and vegetables have become more popular. These ingredients now feature in the majority of continental Croatian dishes.
Slavonian Kulen Sausage
Croatia’s coastal dishes have been heavily influenced over the centuries, as one would expect, by Greek, Roman and Illyrian styles of cooking. In more recent times, Mediterranean styles – in particular Italian and French – have also featured highly. As cuttlefish, squid, shrimp octopus and lobster are all readily available here, a number of different preparation and cooking methods using prosciutto, olive oil and vegetables are employed to create delicious seafood dishes.
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Alter Wirt, beside Munich’s Isar River, offers traditional Bavarian dishes, like oven roast pork in dark beer sauce and marinated free range steaks. However, it also serves dishes from around the world, like enchiladas, fajitas and an assortment of homemade burgers. The menu changes regularly, with themed days like ‘American BBQ’ and ‘Schnitzel massacre’. Outside, there is a cosy beer garden and a kids’ play area. Not only this, but lodgings are available upstairs in case the eating, drinking and merriment ends up continuing until the wee hours of the morning.
Alter Wirt Restaurant Munich
In the mid 18th century, Asam-Schlössl was the rural retreat of Cosmas Damian Asam, a prestigious painter. In the early 90s, this immensely attractive building was given a complete facelift thanks to the Augustiner brewery. With Birgit Netzle at the helm, the restaurant went from strength to strength serving delectable cuisine. It has been awarded many accolades, both within Munich and beyond.
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Jingdong Grand Canyon (also known as Wulongtan Grand Canyon), located about 53 miles from downtown Beijing, spans about 607 hectares. Surrounding it is the Jingtai Mountain Scenic Area, a great place for walkers, hikers and rock climbers due to its mix of landscapes which vary hugely between mountains, valleys, hills, streams, rivers, caves and waterfalls. In addition to all this, the canyon is populated by many square kilometres of pine trees. Holiday Village, Wulong Pond, the Plank Roads, the Sino-Japanese War monument, Tongtian Gorge and Longmen Lake are all must-sees for the day-tripper.
Mealtime for the pandas at Beijing Zoo
Beijing Zoo is China‘s oldest, housing about 5000 animals which represent about 450 international and Chinese species. Many of these are endangered and very rare. Elephants, pandas, American bison, golden monkeys, zebras, milu deer, kangaroos, north east tigers, polar bears and giraffes are just some of the foreign and native animals that occupy a range of 16 different habitats. The habitat which draws the most visitors is the 1 hectare Panda Hall, which provides a natural environment for its occupants while also being very attractive for visitors to observe, as it resembles a classic Chinese style garden and is designed in the shape of a Tai Chi diagram.
China is a fascinating country to visit. It would take a lifetime to see all there is to see. It is now a very friendly and welcoming country and they have built really high class hotels which, by European or USA standards are relatively cheap.
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The now disused Ancoats Mills Complex was once at the heart and soul of Manchester’s industrial community – a time now long gone. The imposing mills produced products like cotton, glass and chemicals and were affectionately termed “the workshop of the world”. What is now Anita Street was previously known as Sanitary Street, due to its row of dedicated workers’ residences, which were always kept in spick and span condition.
Ancoats Mills Complex in Manchester
The Bolton Museum, Aquarium and Archive has recently had a revamp and now boasts an exhibition on local history. More displays have also been added, dedicated to the life and times of the people who lived here, such as Samuel Crompton. This man will forever go down in history as being the inventor of the Spinning Mule. This revolutionised the cotton industries in Manchester and Lancashire, and allowed it to grow exponentially as production took off.
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One of Québec’s many claims to fame is the size and quality of its national parks. Through exploring these protected treasures, one can fully appreciate just how rich in biodiversity this province is. Each national park is special for its own reason; whether it be as the last remaining stronghold of an animal or plant, or the site of a distinctive geological feature, such as a rare type of crater or cave.
Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve in Quebec
National parks are located just about everywhere in Québec province. These range from the most remote reaches of the Gaspé Peninsula to Abitibi-Témiscamingue. A large number are also easily accessible from cities such as Québec and Montréal. The majority are run by the Société des Établissements de Plein Air du Québec (also known as SÉPAQ). However, Parks Canada manages Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve, La Mauricie National Park and Forillon National Park. The two organisations co-operatively run Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park.
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