In 1934, my father's commission in the RAF ended, and he joined the Bristol & Wessex Flying Club at Whitchurch as an instructor having been a flying instructor in the RAF. His first pupil was Lady Blanche Douglas, the sister of the Duke of Beaufort and the widow of the late George Scott-Douglas. She wanted to learn to fly so she could fly to India in a new Miles Hawk Major she was in the process of buying and wanted my father, Micky, to be...more
The lush green environment of Sikkim, makes it an ideal destination for people seeking breaks from their hectic lifestyles. Bordering Nepal, Tibet and Bhutan, the state has mountainous terrains that have elevation ranging from 920 ft to 28,000 ft. THE MAJOR TOURIST ATTRACTIONS OF SIKKIMNorth Sikkim ToursThe northern part of Sikkim is well-known for its mysterious beauty and gorgeous landscapes. Some places to visit in this region are Mangan, Kabi...more
Bakugan Battle Brawlers is actually a popular anime series where six ordinary children find themselves metal cards that seem to have come from the skies. The children try to find out everything they need to know about Bakugan and start playing with the cards.They didn't know that a parallel universe was actually attached to the fallen cards. What began as a simple child's play soon turned out to be a challenging task for all six children as they battle it out as Bakugan Warriors to put everything in proper order back in Vestroia.BAKUGAN WARRIOR TOYSWith the popularity of the series, Bakugan toys and other items were created to further boost its popularity and likewise to give avid fans to enjoy even more their favorite Bakugan Warriors.Bakugan Warriors include Bakugan toy marbles that, when made to roll on the magnetic game card, they open up to reveal the Bakugan Warrior. Strategy and skill are required to win the battle and boys will surely have fun battling it out with their Bakugan Warriors to reveal the strongest and most powerful among them.Bakugan Warriors Starter Pack and Booster Pack are available; each one promising hours of enjoyment and encourages kids to improve their...more
Everybody seems to be complaining about the cold at the moment, so if you are one of those people, this could be your chance to do something about it. Finding discount travel deals to Portugal is not a difficult task at the moment, and they seem to be blessed with regular winter sunshine too. The best deals though are to Lisbon; due...more
Saint Patrick (390 BC - 461 BC) was a Roman-British who is famously known as one of Ireland's patron saints. He was born in Banna Venta Berniae which is at present known as Cumbria. His father was a deacon named Calpornius and his grandfather, Potitus, was a priest.Legends were told that, while walking on a mountain, Saint Patrick miraculously sent...more
Finding great Christmas gifts for little boys this Christmas is now made easy with literally thousands of children's toys readily available in the market today. With the holidays looming on the horizon, starting on our Christmas shopping this early on is a good idea.Star Wars Toys make for a perfect gift this Christmas for young boys. With the ongoing hype about everything Star Wars; thanks to the newer movie releases, Star Wars Toys are making a comeback with a vengeance.THE EVOLUTION OF STAR WARS TOYSStar Wars having been around for decades now, are among the most popular toys and merchandise for boys of all ages - even grown-ups. Now that the characters have taken on sleeker and cooler looks; plus the addition of new characters; there are more reasons to give Star Wars Toys this Christmas season.We will also notice that the toys are more sophisticated and have better features than their earlier counterparts developed decades ago. From the character figures themselves to their aircrafts and other accessories; all Star Wars Toys have evolved from mere figures and replicas to toys that have more functions and special features.STAR WARS TOYS AVAILABLE TODAYEven if we have more than...more
Squaw Valley Ski Destination Congratulation if you’re thinking of taking your next ski vacation to this amazing ski destination. The resort itself is on the biggest and most high concept ski resorts in the continental United...more
Where we live in the heart of the Southern Alps in New Zealand, poking large logs into the log burner is an endless winter chore. The mountains had a good dusting of snow and it was only mid May, well May can be a bit like that. I knew worse was to...more
As the holidays rapidly approach, you may be beginning to stress over the need to accommodate guests--friends, siblings, children, or in-laws (or perhaps all of the above). But with enough planning and the right adjustments, you can ensure that...more
A respectful gesture during religious festivals is to send a gift or a card. Sending flowers works incredibly well for any religion.There are various flowers associated with particular religions which have become a symbol of their beliefs and...more
One reason why people choose to travel by train is that someone else is doing the driving, leaving you free to enjoy the landscaping and unique scenery.Another reason that many tourists travel by train is that trains can go many places where regular...more
Drinking and driving is not only illegal, but it is dangerous and can result in the loss of lives, even your own. Because of their public visibility, there have been a number of celebrities who have been in the news for being arrested for a DUI....more