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& Travel quotes
I don't like gourmet cooking or 'this' cooking or 'that' cooking. I like good cooking. - James Beard
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If I have to travel, I'm going to travel my way and travel in the real world. And I'm going to have conversations every day with people in rest stops and people in gas stations and people in hotels and diners. That nourishes me. - Neil Peart
WORLD CELEBRATIONS Find out what's on today HERE all around the world...
World National Days
Bangladesh 26 March (Independence Day, declaration of independence from Pakistan in 1971)
Trivia: The southwestern edge of Bangladesh has the world’s largest mangrove forest.
Greece 25 March (Declaration of independence from Ottoman Empire 1821)
Learn more about Greek cuisine... Trivia: According to the latest Australian census, Melbourne has the largest Greek population outside Greece with over 150,000 people being of Greek origin.
Veneto 25 March (Festa del Popolo Veneto - Day of Venetian People - celebrating the mythical day of the origin of Venice)
Trivia: Venice has 118 islands, 416 bridges, 177 canals, 127 campi (squares) as well as 170 bell towers and around 7000 chimneys.
Kurdistan 21 March (Nawroz, Kurdish New Year celebrated on the spring equinox)
Trivia: Two long rivers, the Tigris and the Euphrates, have their sources in Kurdistan, which is also watered by two huge lakes—Van in Turkey and Urmia in Iran.
Namibia 21 March (Independence Day, from South African mandate 1990)
Trivia: The world’s largest single meteorite, weighing 66 tons, was discovered by a farmer near Grootfontein in Namibia.
Iran 20 March (The beginning of the new Iranian year Nowruz)
Trivia: Nearly half of Iran has an arid desert climate. It receives less than 4 inches of precipitation each year.
Tunisia 20 March (Declaration of independence from France 1956)
Trivia: The Tunisian oasis at Kebili has been found to be containing evidence of Stone Age settlements.
Aruba (Netherlands) 18 March (Flag Day: autonomy within the Netherlands in 1948)
Trivia: Aruba has 80 separate nationalities due to the turbulent past and you can see the influence of each one. More...
Republic of Ireland 17 March (St. Patrick's Day, patron saint of Ireland)
Trivia: Dublin boasts one pub for every 100 head of population.
Northern Ireland 17 March (St. Patrick's Day)
The food of Northern Ireland.... Trivia: The Titanic was built in Northern Ireland.
Hungary 15 March (revolution of 1848, for constitutional demands)
Trivia: As of 2007, 13 Hungarians had received a Nobel prize, i.e. more than Japan, China, India, Australia or Spain.
Mauritius 12 March (National Day, independence from the United Kingdom 1968, republic 1992)
What do people eat in Mauritius? Trivia: The seven different coloured sands of Chamarel are a unique natural wonder, only discovered in the 1960s. More...
Ghana 6 March (Independence Day, from the United Kingdom 1957)
Trivia: Hissing is a normal way to get someone's attention.
Cornwall, United Kingdom 5 March (St Piran's Day, patron saint)
What is traditional Cornish food? Trivia: Cornwall has about half a million people, 75,000 cows and as many as five million tourists a year.
Bulgaria 3 March (Liberation Day, autonomy within Ottoman Empire 1878)
Trivia: Bulgaria's national instrument is the bagpipes – the gaida. See more facts....
Morocco 2 March (Independence from France 1956)
Trivia: The national drink is mint tea, and the national dish is couscous.
Bosnia and Herzegovina 1 March (Dan nezavisnosti; Proclamation of independence from Yugoslavia in 1992)
Trivia: Sarajevo hosted the first Winter Olympics in a communist country in 1984.
Wales, United Kingdom 1 March (St. David's Day, patron saint)
Trivia: Wales is said to contain more castles per square mile than any other country in the world.
SMART TRAVELLING ~~~ How safe is your destination?
BEFORE you travel - check out the travel advisories for the countries you plan to visit. ++++
Do you need a visa? Many countries require visitors to have a visa - others do not. Australian travellers -
Everybody's talking... but what languages do local people speak in each of the world's countries? |
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OK, Christmas is almost on our doorstep...
But do you know which are the world's most favouroite Christmas trees? |
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.............and Apps and DVDs
Travel is in the air, and some may need a little coaching in how to do it...
If you would like to know the secrets of many countries...
Before your next trip... study the questions (and answers) in this book.
You'll find answers to many things you might see and eat.
Expect the unexpected with this fascinating 'atlas'.
Make discoveries worldwide....
Trivia buffs - this book is for you.
Especially if you love to travel...
If you love a bit of mystery and wackiness with your travel, this book is for you.
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With Italy hosting the Winter Olympic Games in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo in 2026, there’s never been a better time to check out the stunning scenery and excellent facilities that an Italian winter snow adventure offers.
Throughout Italy’s Alpine and Apennine ranges, you’ll come across some of the best ski slopes in the world which are home to a variety of accommodation types from luxurious ski resorts and hotels with spa facilities, to cosy winter lodges.
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foodandtravel.com.au has been awardedBest Antipodean Culinary Travel Expert, 2019by the prestigious UK-based magazine... |
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Ready for a taste treat?
Embark on an unforgettable culinary adventure through the vibrant tapestry of Malaysia. Led by the charismatic Malaysian ex-pat Chef Wanitha Tanasingam, this intimate journey promises to tantalize your taste buds and ignite your senses, sending you home with memories to last a lifetime.
The flipside of travel... How not all of it is joyous.
This book describes how one brave young woman survived to tell her story. Read more about her struggles HERE...
Have you ever wondered how some people continuously come up with stunning photos, and you don't?
FUJIFILM can solve your problems. Check out this BRAND NEW offer....
Planning a visit to Kerala? The old port district of Kochi is well worth seeing, as well.
Our tuk-tuk driver, Shaheer, showed us the secrets of the narrow back streets. To contact Shaheer...
Mobile: 9946129040
LISTEN TO SALLY'S PODCASTS... ...from all around the world
Tune in and hear her talks on Radio 2GB 873AM....
WHO LIKES SWISS CHEESE? Did you miss seeing the recent story of the Swiss festival of cows coming down from the mountains?
Denmark Delivers Copenhagen's canals, a palace with pomp and cermnony, a kilometre-long shopping street, crayon-cooured canal-front dining...
...what more can a visitor ask for? Find out, because there is much more.
History and beauty with a dash of fun...
...and that's just the beginning of Armenia!
Zany Zadar & Croatia's north
Crazy and beautiful, a place everyone should visit.
Lovely Lisbon ~ and beyond. Sardines and secrets!
Two virtual visits to Ontario
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Where is Tbilisi? Once you discover its beauty and history, you will be making plans to visit as soon as you can.
Read more....
Madrid the marvelous - so much to see in Spain's capital.
If you missed reading about Thailand's organic produce....
Here's something fun to check out! The world's most popular surnames ....
~ Northern Spain ~ mountains and miracles - and much more! After this journey, many people will never see the world the same way again.
Visit Portugal's beautiful hearl....
Gondolas, cathedrals, cakes and a palace thrown in for good measure.
And how about these vineyards in Georgia?
See other gardens in strange locations here....
Make your own food and travel videos? YES YOU CAN!
Gordon Hammond gives some insider tips.....
Travelling to Sydney? The northern beaches are spectacular.
Hungary has something for every traveller.
Especially those who love good food...
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Dry July is cool Who says wines have to contain alcohol? This range of premium New Zealand wines might encourage a dry year, not just one month!
Here's to have Giesen's 0-percent alcohol wines.
TASTE TINGLER A spritzy new must-try sparkling sugar-free flavoured mineral water to match with foods - or as a mixer in drinks.
SanPellegrino's latest zero-calorie treat!
Australian food events
See more Australian food and drink events.....
MUST TASTE THIS Celebrate the world's foods. on their special day....
Chocolate tea... and others??
Attention: stone-fruits ahead. Here are some different ways to make these fruits even more tempting...
...by mixing plums and tomatoes.
The world's most-awarded feta cheese...great for a party cheese plate.
...but where does it come from?
Unless you are in Austria, this coffee-flavoured oil may be a little difficult to find...
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TAKE A BREAK ++++++++++++++++
What food events are coming up WORLDWIDE?
Coming up - soon you will be able to dive around an underwater jet.
See how and where you wiill have to travel to do it...
Festivals throughout Australia too in 2022.
Scotland's Year of events for 2022
Festivals in Korea, 2022
Ever dreamed of having your own place in France.
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