A Controversial Monument in Honour of Sibelius, Finland's Famous Composer: One of Helsinki's famous landmarks is the Sibelius Monument which was built to honour Finland's national composer Jean Sibelius (1865-1957). Who would have thought that the erection of a monument to honour a famous … [Read more...]
Airport Transfers – Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO)
Transportation to and from Porto Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport: Porto's Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport is located in the heart of the industrial north of the country, 11km from the city of Porto. Porto is a package holiday destination and many budget airlines fly into Porto including Aigle Azur, … [Read more...]
French Metric Weights and Measures and their equivalents
Metric Weights and Measures and Conversions Units legally used in business in France How to convert the metric system of weights and measures into their Imperial equivalents and vice versa In general, weights & measures in France and the Continent … [Read more...]
Farms, cottages, villas, beachfront properties in France for sale or rent
A property in France can be a good investment Whether your dream is a farm or cottage in the Dordogne, a South of France villa or a beachfront property in Provence, the question of buying or renting is always the first question to be considered. Taking down the "For Sale" sign is easy, but … [Read more...]
Airport Transfers – Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Tranportation To and From Vienna Airport: Vienna International Airport (VIE) (Wien-Schwechat) is 18 km southeast of the city. There are several ways of getting to/from the airport including public transportation via bus, the S-Bahn Metropolitan train, City Airport Train (CAT) or taxis, shuttle … [Read more...]
Currency Exchange and Money for your Austrian Holidays
Money in Austria - the Euro (€): As of January 1, 2002, the national currencies of 12 countries within the European Union (EU) were replaced with one common currency, the Euro (€). Austria is a member of the EU and adopted the Euro in 2002. Currency Exchange You can exchange currency and … [Read more...]
Bergen – Famous for its Bryggen Hanseatic Wharf
Norway's first capital city and a town Famous for Its Bryggen Hanseatic Wharf: Bergen is a city best known for its Hanseatic heritage. The Bryggen Hanseatic Wharf is a UNESCO World Heritage site, dating back to the days when Bryggen was a major Hanseatic trading centre. The city of Bergen … [Read more...]
The Legend of the Seven Sisters
The Saga of the Helgeland Mountains: Fifteen minutes after our ship departed from Sandnessjøen, we see the mountain range referred to as the "Seven Sisters". In summer, the waterfalls in the Geirangerfjord are the most photographed as no less than seven waterfalls descend into the fjord. The … [Read more...]
Airport Transfer – Bergen Flesland Airport
Bergen Flesland Airport: Arrival and Departure Transportation Bergen Flesland Airport has very good airport transportation options for arriving passengers to get to their end destinations. Travellers at Bergen Flesland Airport can choose any of the following airport transfer options: airport … [Read more...]
Petter Dass – a Poet and a Priest
Alstahaug's Famous Son: In Sandnessjøen town centre is the portly statue of Petter Dass, a poet and a priest who played a key role in Norway's cultural history. Petter Dass lived and worked in the borough of Alstahaug for 18 years and is one of the prominent figures who brought fame to the … [Read more...]
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