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nako-doodles · 2 years ago

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seeing tae traveling on his own (going to malta) made me realize how bad i am at traveling, nevertheless alone. i still dont understand the whole process ngl. i have horrible anxiety so even going thru checks makes me so nervous plus w/ how quick it goes and u gotta take all your stuff out and rush and its a mess so id probably forget my own bags if someone wasnt with me. u must've traveled a lot right, are u comfortable doing it on your own by now?

traveling alone is always going to be stressful, esp as an asian woman yknow? travel will always be a rush rush wait affair (unless ur hella rich) and murphys law will hit you at one point or other. however, research and preparedness will be your best friend, and the experience and sights you see will be worth it 🥰🥰🥰

im going to compile some tips after the cut if you need it:

i always keep a list of everything i need to pack, organized by: toiletries (if theyre in your carry-on, you need to make sure its within airline security regulations. creams count as liquids. BRING SUNSCREEN!), clothes, accessories, and shoes (make sure you have enough to change every day, plus 1-2 days extra. also make sure you have layers like a jacket/large scarf which can also be a blanket and COMFY shoes that has room for swollen feet. you can repeat clothes so you can pack light. check the weather! bring an umbrella!), electronics (AND THEIR CHARGERS! bring a socket/voltage exchange if its different from your country), medicine (check your destinations rules on drugs. DONT ASSUME), YOUR DOCUMENTATION (passport/photo ID, visas, vax records, emergency contacts, hotel/destination addresses. keep a hard copy of it away from where you store your OG docs, and keep pictures of your documentations in your phone), and itinerary (where are you staying? do you need travelers insurance? did you call your bank so you can access your cards at your destination? what is your budget? do you need to change currency? you should have emergency money for taxis and a night at the hotel IN CASH)

pack your things into your luggage and DONT TAKE THEM OUT. for last minute things, create a separate packing list for when you leave for the airport. if you are taking a carry-on, make sure it meets airline regulations. keep all of your documents and cash in a secure location AND DONT LET IT LEAVE YOUR BODY. if you need to bring small candies and snacks (like me, i get low blood sugar easily), make sure its packaged and processed. a lot of countries dont allow meats and vegetables and seeds/grains into the country. check customs and immigration. ditto for your meds and other controlled substances and liquids. when you cross immigrations and security, make sure your water bottle is EMPTY. there are water fountains and restaurants past security. if you have a big carryon, you can carry it past security, and if the airlines have space, they usually allow you to check large carryons for free at the boarding gate, you can keep an eye/ear our for that.

usually the airline attendant will stick your checked baggage tags onto your boarding pass as a reminder for you to pick it up, so dont throw away your boarding pass! stick in your passport pages for safe keeping. make sure to stand near the first half of the loop and put really identifiable ribbons/duct tape/buckets on your bags so someone else won't walk away w your stuff. (if youre in a country famous for sm*ggling dr*gs, make sure to plastic wrap your entire luggage, some big airports have this at the lobby before check in)you will not believe the variation of black/navy bags until youve been on the strip 🤣🤣🤣 DONT bring monogrammed luxury luggages w you. thats asking you to be mugged in broad daylight. use your knees and waist and core to lift your luggage out, OR if you look sad enough, usually someone will help you (not that ive had that happen to me....many times......)

look like you know what youre doing, even if you dont! if you look unsure, pickpocketers and bad actors will target you. THUS! always do your research first. be as accurate and specific as you can. learn some helpful language phrases if its a foreign country (i.e. where is..., direction words, thank you, please, could i have...). fake it til you make it fam 🥰🥰🥰 don't draw attention, and make sure you look out for arrows and signs to tell you where to go. remember to keep your hands on your possession at all time. if youre in places famous for pickpocketers, wear your backpack in your front.

dont be afraid to ask for help from airline staff/concierge/info desk. theyre usually really friendly and want to help you! so if youre lost and dont know where your boarding gate is, or you dont know which bus to take, or you don't understand the in flight menu or need extra pillows and blankets (ask early! right after the plane levels out is usually a good time to ask)

at your hotel, make sure to sweep for cams (under mirrors/smoke detectors/paintings/tv etc.), deadbolt your door, and close your curtains. dont let strangers into your room, even if they claim to be staff. be aware of your surroundings at all times, dont talk to strangers, keep your hands on your bags, stay in public spaces, stay safe!

tldr; research lots, pack light but right, keep your documents in order, stay in reputable places and public transport, be aware of your surroundings, and most importantly, HAVE FUN! godspeed darling 🥰🥰🥰

#ive had the luxury of traveling often when i was younger since a lot of my family is abroad and my mom loves travelling #if you wanna hear travel horror stories i have lots! from 'the airline went backrupt the day we were supposed to leave' to #'the customs officer is being a rac*st amoeba and wont let me thru even tho i have my paperwork in order EVEN MY RENT CONTRACT #but he STILL wont let me thru and i just missed my flight which means i gotta stay in this fucking airport for ANOTHER 13 hours FUCK U'#'fuck i only have 20 bucks on me which usually will be fine but all of the subways and busses have stopped so i cant get into the city'#'let me get on this hella sketch uber ride w 2 other strangers so i can get into the city and get home so i can CRASH after a 16hr flight'#oh and my personal favorite: 'the flight previous had an incident so the plane isnt here to pick us up but i gotta take this flight #if i wanna make it to my sophomore year classes on time but ALSO theres a typhoon here and all bridges and ferries have stopped #so im stranded in this stupid airport w limited electricity and no one knows whats happening and im running on 3 hrs of sleep'#the airline company is very important as well! i personally love flying w cathay pacific and air canada and swiss air and virgin #its still a lot of fun and a good story to talk about after the fact 🤣🤣🤣#ans

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915 – Pope John X crowns Berengar I of Italy as Holy Roman Emperor. 1775 – USS Alfred becomes the first vessel to fly the Grand Union Flag (the precursor to the Stars and Stripes); the flag is hoisted by John Paul Jones. 1799 – War of the Second Coalition: Battle of Wiesloch: Austrian Lieutenant Field Marshal Anton Sztáray defeats the French at Wiesloch. 1800 – War of the Second Coalition: Battle of Hohenlinden: French General Moreau decisively defeats the Archduke John of Austria near Munich. Coupled with First Consul Napoleon Bonaparte's earlier victory at Marengo, this will force the Austrians to sign an armistice and end the war. 1800 – United States presidential election: The Electoral College casts votes for president and vice president that resulted in a tie between Thomas Jefferson and Aaron Burr. 1818 – Illinois becomes the 21st U.S. state. 1834 – The Zollverein (German Customs Union) begins the first regular census in Germany. 1854 – Battle of the Eureka Stockade: More than 20 gold miners at Ballarat, Victoria, are killed by state troopers in an uprising over mining licences. 1898 – The Duquesne Country and Athletic Club defeats an all-star collection of early football players 16–0, in what is considered to be the very first all-star game for professional American football. 1901 – In a State of the Union message, U.S. President Theodore Roosevelt delivers a 20,000-word speech to the House of Representatives asking Congress to curb the power of trusts "within reasonable limits". 1904 – The Jovian moon Himalia is discovered by Charles Dillon Perrine at California's Lick Observatory. 1910 – Modern neon lighting is first demonstrated by Georges Claude at the Paris Motor Show. 1912 – Bulgaria, Greece, Montenegro, and Serbia (the Balkan League) sign an armistice with the Ottoman Empire, temporarily halting the First Balkan War. (The armistice will expire on February 3, 1913, and hostilities will resume.) 1919 – After nearly 20 years of planning and construction, including two collapses causing 89 deaths, the Quebec Bridge opens to traffic. 1920 – Following more than a month of Turkish–Armenian War, the Turkish-dictated Treaty of Alexandropol is concluded. 1929 – President Herbert Hoover delivers his first State of the Union message to Congress. It is presented in the form of a written message rather than a speech. 1944 – Greek Civil War: Fighting breaks out in Athens between the ELAS and government forces supported by the British Army. 1959 – The current flag of Singapore is adopted, six months after Singapore became self-governing within the British Empire. 1960 – The musical Camelot debuts at the Majestic Theatre on Broadway. It will become associated with the Kennedy administration. 1967 – At Groote Schuur Hospital in Cape Town, South Africa, a transplant team headed by Christiaan Barnard carries out the first heart transplant on a human (53-year-old Louis Washkansky). 1971 – Indo-Pakistani War of 1971: Pakistan launches a pre-emptive strike against India and a full-scale war begins. 1973 – Pioneer program: Pioneer 10 sends back the first close-up images of Jupiter. 1979 – In Cincinnati, 11 fans are suffocated in a crush for seats on the concourse outside Riverfront Coliseum before a Who concert. 1979 – Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini becomes the first Supreme Leader of Iran. 1982 – A soil sample is taken from Times Beach, Missouri, that will be found to contain 300 times the safe level of dioxin. 1984 – Bhopal disaster: A methyl isocyanate leak from a Union Carbide pesticide plant in Bhopal, India, kills more than 3,800 people outright and injures 150,000–600,000 others (some 6,000 of whom would later die from their injuries) in one of the worst industrial disasters in history. 1989 – In a meeting off the coast of Malta, U.S. President George H. W. Bush and Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev release statements indicating that the Cold War between NATO and the Warsaw Pact may be coming to an end. 1992 – The Greek oil tanker Aegean Sea, carrying 80,000 tonnes of crude oil, runs aground in a storm while approaching A Coruña, Spain, and spills much of its cargo. 1992 – A test engineer for Sema Group uses a personal computer to send the world's first text message via the Vodafone network to the phone of a colleague. 1994 – Taiwan holds its first full local elections; James Soong elected as the first and only direct elected Governor of Taiwan, Chen Shui-bian became the first direct elected Mayor of Taipei, Wu Den-yih became the first directed Mayor of Kaohsiung. 1995 – Cameroon Airlines Flight 3701 crashes on approach to Douala International Airport in Douala, Cameroon, killing 71 of the 76 people on board. 1997 – In Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, representatives from 121 countries sign the Ottawa Treaty prohibiting manufacture and deployment of anti-personnel landmines. The United States, People's Republic of China, and Russia do not sign the treaty, however. 1999 – NASA loses radio contact with the Mars Polar Lander moments before the spacecraft enters the Martian atmosphere. 2005 – XCOR Aerospace makes the first manned rocket aircraft delivery of U.S. Mail in Kern County, California. 2007 – Winter storms cause the Chehalis River to flood many cities in Lewis County, Washington, and close a 20-mile portion of Interstate 5 for several days. At least eight deaths and billions of dollars in damages are blamed on the floods. 2009 – A suicide bombing at a hotel in Mogadishu, Somalia, kills 25 people, including three ministers of the Transitional Federal Government. 2012 – At least 475 people are killed after Typhoon Bopha makes landfall in the Philippines. 2014 – The Japanese space agency, JAXA, launches the space explorer Hayabusa2 from the Tanegashima Space Center on a six-year round trip mission to an asteroid to collect rock samples.

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STORRS, Conn. — University of Connecticut officials have evicted several students from on-campus housing after a crowded dorm room party with no mask wearing or social distancing.

School officials notified the campus community of the investigations and disciplinary actions for violating campus coronavirus rules in a letter Tuesday night.

Students began returning to campus last Friday. All were tested for the virus and were supposed to limit their contact with others during their first 14 days back on campus.

Video of the party was posted on social media.

As of Tuesday, UConn has received coronavirus test results for 3,850 on-campus students. Five tested positive and are isolated. School officials say 25 students on campus were in medical quarantine due to potential contact with others who tested positive.

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HERE’S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE VIRUS OUTBREAK:

— 4-month-old girl first child under 10 to die in Portugal of virus

— Iran passes 20,000 coronavirus deaths

— Colleges grapple with coronavirus as students return

— Governments around the world are taking advantage of the coronavirus pandemic to justify crackdowns on press freedom. Some regimes have moved to curb alleged misinformation about the coronavirus that doesn’t align with official proclamations about it.

—— Poll: Pandemic shifts how consumers use gig companies. It shows how consumer attitudes have changed about using ride-hailing and delivery services for groceries.

— A widely used coronavirus test is under scrutiny after federal health officials flagged two separate issues that could deliver inaccurate results for patients.

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— Follow AP’s pandemic coverage at http://apnews.com/VirusOutbreak and https://apnews.com/UnderstandingtheOutbreak

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HERE’S WHAT ELSE IS HAPPENING:

LISBON, Portugal — A 4-month-old baby girl has become the first child under 10 to die in Portugal of COVID-19.

The General Director for Health, Graça Freitas, says the infant was born with a congenital heart defect that worsened after she became infected with the coronavirus from a family member.

Freitas told a news conference the cause of death was septic shock. But the death was officially attributed to COVID-19 by Portuguese experts trained by the World Health Organization.

It was one of two officially recorded coronavirus deaths in Portugal in the previous 24 hours, the other an 80-year-old man. The total confirmed deaths stands at more than 1,700.

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MADRID — Some hospitals in the Spanish capital have suspended or postponed urgent surgeries and other procedures to prioritize treatment of an increasing number of coronavirus patients.

Madrid and its surroundings are experiencing a surge of cases, following major outbreaks across the country since a three-month lockdown ended on June 21.

The region, home to 6.6 million, has more than 1,000 COVID-19 patients in hospitals. That’s nearly one fourth of the total in the country, according to official data.

New restrictions on nightlife and smoking outdoors begin Thursday in Madrid, following similar measures in other Spanish regions.

With 131 cases per 100,000 inhabitants for the past two weeks, Spain tops the European chart of the highest cumulative incidence. It’s one of the main indicators closely monitored by epidemiologists. The official death toll for Spain stands at 28,600, eighth highest in the world.

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ROME — Many of the 470 vacationers and staff at a resort on Santo Stefano island were still awaiting results of coronavirus tests after a musician who plays in a hotel band tested positive and was hospitalized.

Sardinian media says 21 positives came from 300 available tests. During quarantine, guests were free to move around the resort, which includes tennis courts, restaurants and beaches along the Mediterranean.

If people test negative, they can leave the resort. Luca Carlo Montella, mayor of La Maddalena archipelago that includes Santo Stefano island, ordered masks worn on the streets.

On San Pietro Island, 11 people recently tested positive among some 400 people at dance parties.

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THESSALONIKI, Greece — Greek authorities say another four migrants have tested positive for coronavirus at a camp on the northeastern land border with Turkey.

That brings the total number of infections among the 204 residents to 12, including two hospitalized.

The temporary registration facility for asylum-seekers entering illegally from Turkey has been quarantined, along with an adjacent detention center for migrants who have had their asylum applications rejected and are awaiting deportation. Two policemen there were confirmed positive for the virus.

Also, health officials in Thessaloniki say 15 residents and seven staff members have tested positive for the coronavirus at a retirement home in the Evosmos district.

It’s the second retirement home in northern Greece affected by the virus. Six residents died at a facility near Thessaloniki where 50 of the 150 residents were infected.

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ATHENS, Greece — Greek authorities are imposing extra restrictions in the top holiday destinations of Mykonos island and the northern resort region of Halkidiki after an increase in the number of coronavirus cases traced back to those areas.

The Civil Protection authority says starting Friday through Aug. 31, all events such as live parties, religious processions, open-air markets are banned, while gatherings are limited to a maximum of nine people, both in public and in private settings.

A maximum of four people are allowed per table at restaurants, or six people per table in cases of immediate family members.

Masks are mandatory in all indoor and outdoor areas on Mykonos and throughout Halkidiki province.

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TEHRAN, Iran — Iran has surpassed 20,000 confirmed deaths from the coronavirus.

Wednesday’s announcement comes as Iran struggles with the largest outbreak in the Middle East with 350,200 confirmed cases. But despite the somber statistic, the Islamic Republic is still holding university entrance exams for over 1 million students and is preparing for mass Shiite commemorations at the end of the month.

Earlier this year Iran suffered the Mideast’s first major outbreak, with senior politicians, health officials and religious leaders in its Shiite theocracy stricken with the virus.

It since has struggled to contain its spread across this nation of 80 million people, initially beating it back only to see it spike again, beginning in June.

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LONDON — London’s Heathrow Airport, the U.K.’s busiest, has unveiled a new coronavirus testing facility that could sharply reduce the length of time people have to stay at home after arriving from countries on the government’s quarantine list.

Heathrow’s chief executive John Holland-Kaye said testing will help avoid what he termed the “quarantine roulette” that many British travelers have faced over the past few weeks when countries like France and Spain were taken off the U.K.’s safe list.

The new facility has been set up by aviation services company Collinson and logistics firm Swissport at Heathrow’s Terminal 2. They say more than 13,000 tests will be available to passengers each day, with results within hours.

It is proposed that arrivals will then take a second test at home and will be able to leave their 14-day quarantine early if they pass both.

British Health Secretary Matt Hancock said the government was not in a position to back Heathrow’s plan but insisted that it was working with airports to find a way for coronavirus testing to reduce the quarantine period.

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HELSINKI — Finland says it will tighten travel restrictions and reintroduce and step up border checks for arrivals from 10 countries starting Monday due to the worsening pandemic situation in Europe and elsewhere.

The Finnish government says border checks will apply for passengers to and from Nordic neighbors Denmark, Iceland and Norway as well as Germany, Greece and Malta – all countries belonging to the European Union’s borderless Schengen area.

Outside the Schengen area, border checks will be stepped up for arrivals from Cyprus, Ireland, San Marino and Japan.

Passengers arriving to Finland from those countries are recommended to self-quarantine for 14 days. Travel in Finland’s border areas with Sweden and Norway is more relaxed.

Interior Minister Maria Ohisalo says Finland’s current coronavirus travel policies are among the tightest in the EU.

Border checks can be relaxed if a country records fewer than eight infections per 100,000 inhabitants in the past two weeks.

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VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis is warning against any prospect that rich people would get priority for a coronavirus vaccine.

Francis says, “The pandemic is a crisis. You don’t come out of it the same — either better or worse.″ He added that “we must come out better.”

In remarks on Wednesday during his weekly public audience, he said that after the COVID-19 pandemic, the world can’t return to normality if normal means social injustice and degradation of the natural environment.

Said Francis: “How sad it would be if for the COVID-19 vaccine priority is given to the richest.”

He also said it would be scandalous if all the economic assistance in the works, most of it using public funds, ends up reviving industries that don’t help the poor or the environment.

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WARSAW, Poland — The director of a major Polish hospital has warned that his facility is at risk of running out of beds for coronavirus patients.

The country of 38 million has so far registered some 58,000 cases and 1,900 deaths, numbers which are far lower than many countries in western Europe. However, infections have been rising for weeks, with around 700 new cases per day — up from 200-300 earlier in the summer.

Marcin Jędrychowski, director of the University Hospital in Krakow, the largest and most modern facility in Poland, told the news portal Onet that his hospital has already been forced to select patients and admit only the most severe cases.

He says, “With such an upward trend that has continued for many days, we will soon run out of places.”

He said he was also concerned about a further rise of infections once schools reopen on Sept. 1.

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TOKYO — Japan’s exports in July plunged 19.2% from a year ago, as the coronavirus pandemic continues to slam the world’s third largest economy.

The Finance Ministry’s provisional numbers showed Japan’s imports in July fell 22.3%.

Exports to the U.S. especially suffered, declining 19.5% last month. They include plastic goods, iron and steel and computer parts. But Japan recorded its first trade surplus in four months on the back of a recovery in China.

Japan’s export-reliant economy has been ailing since the outbreak caused some plant production to be temporarily halted, squelched tourism and generally hurt economic activity.

Japan has never imposed a lockdown but has encouraged people to work from home, wear masks and social distance. Some stores have closed or shortened their hours.

Japan has had about 1,100 confirmed COVID-19 deaths among 57,636 cases. Worries are growing over a recent surge in infection, especially in Tokyo and other urban areas.

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WELLINGTON, New Zealand — New Zealand appears to be gaining control over a coronavirus outbreak in Auckland after just five new community infections were reported Wednesday amid record levels of testing and contact tracing.

A sixth infection was found in a quarantined traveler who had returned from Qatar.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says 500 more military personnel would be deployed to quarantine hotels as the nation looks to reduce the number of private security guards it employs and tighten its border controls.

Health authorities have still not figured out how the outbreak began after the country went 102 days without the virus spreading in the community. The discovery of the outbreak last week prompted authorities to put the nation’s largest city into a two-week lockdown.

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NEW DELHI — India reported 1,092 new fatalities from COVID-19 on Wednesday, its highest single-day total.

India has the fourth-most deaths in the world and the third-most cases, with over 2.7 million — including more than 64,000 new infections reported in the last 24 hours.

The actual numbers, like elsewhere in the world, are thought to be far higher due to limited testing.

Four of India’s 28 states now account for 63% of total fatalities and 54.6% of the caseload. The western state of Maharashtra and the southern states of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka are the country’s worst-hit regions.

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CANBERRA, Australia — Australia has announced a deal to manufacture a potential coronavirus vaccine being developed by British-Swedish pharmaceutical company AstraZenec.

“Under the deal, every single Australian will be able to receive the University of Oxford COVID-19 vaccine for free, should trials prove successful, safe and effective,” Prime Minister Scott Morrison said in a statement Wednesday.

Morrison said the Oxford University trial was in a phase-three stage and more work was needed to prove its viability.

“If this vaccine proves successful, we will manufacture and supply vaccines straight away under our own steam and make it free for 25 million Australians,” Morisson said.

Morrison said there was no guarantee that the vaccine would be successful, “which is why we are continuing our discussions with many parties around the world while backing our own researchers at the same time to find a vaccine.”

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SPARKS, Nev. — Thousands of students began returning to northern Nevada classrooms or the first time since March with masks, social distancing and other precautions to help guard against the spread of COVID-19.

Others cranked up their laptops from home Tuesday in Reno and Sparks where the Washoe County school district is using a combination of in-person and distance learning.

The scheduled start of the new school year in Reno-Sparks was delayed a day over concerns about unhealthy air quality driven by smoke from a nearby wildfire.

The state’s largest school district doesn’t open until next week in Las Vegas, where it will be having only remote instruction.

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hotelsinmaltanearairport · 4 months ago

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Hotels in Malta Near Airport | Luxury Boutique Hotels Malta

Lulu Malta Hotel: One of the Best Boutique Hotels in Malta Near the Airport

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luluboutiquemalta · 2 years ago

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Discover Why the Luxury Boutique Hotels Malta Are Superb Option

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Italy has positioned as a lot as 16 million folks beneath quarantine because it battles to occupy the spread of coronavirus.

Anybody residing in Lombardy and 14 other central and northerly provinces will need particular permission to lumber. Milan and Venice are each affected.

High Minister Giuseppe Conte moreover announced the closure of schools, gyms, museums, nightclubs and other venues across the general country.

The measures, the most radical taken out of doorways China, will closing till 3 April.

Italy has viewed the ideally suited selection of coronavirus infections in Europe, with the selection of confirmed cases jumping by extra than 1,200 to 5,883 on Saturday.

Among the many most standard folks to check clear is the military's chief of group. Salvatore Farina said he felt successfully and used to be self-keeping apart.

The strict unusual quarantine measures beget an affect on a quarter of the Italian inhabitants and centre on the rich northern fragment of the country that powers its economic system.

The demise toll in Italy has passed 230, with officers reporting extra than 36 deaths in 24 hours.

The health system is beneath big strain in Lombardy, a northern space of 10 million folks, the place folks are being handled in scientific institution corridors.

"We wish to make certain the health of our voters. We heed that these measures will impose sacrifices, infrequently small and rarely very mighty," High Minister Conte said as he announced the measures within the heart of the evening.

Below the unusual measures, folks aren't supposed to be able to enter or leave Lombardy, the place Milan is the dear metropolis.

The identical restrictions apply to 14 provinces: Modena, Parma, Piacenza, Reggio Emilia, Rimini, Pesaro and Urbino, Alessandria, Asti, Novara, Verbano Cusio Ossola, Vercelli, Padua, Treviso and Venice.

"There'll likely be no motion in or out of these areas, or within them, until for confirmed work-linked reasons, emergencies or health reasons," Mr Conte actually helpful journalists.

"We are facing an emergency, a national emergency. Now we must restrict the spread of the virus and prevent our hospitals from being overwhelmed."

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Some transport interior and outside of the areas affected endured on Sunday. Flights endured to come at Milan's Malpensa and Linate airports, even supposing some scheduled flights were cancelled.

Then again, Italy's national provider Alitalia said it would suspend all operations from Malpensa from Monday and Linate would perfect befriend home routes. Worldwide flights would continue to and from Rome.

Chris Wood, a 26-year-archaic from London said he and his lady friend had lower their holiday in Italy short and were anticipating a flight home from Venice.

"The preliminary announcement that Venice used to be in lockdown used to be rather grisly however every part at the airport is magnificent silent," he said. "I used to be in reasonably a scare as I believed we were going to be stuck in Venice for a month."

Closing week used to be extreme to seeing if Italy's coronavirus response had managed to cease the spread. If the numbers had begun to tail off, it would beget actually helpful the containment measures had labored. They have not.

With cases silent surging, the authorities has moved to the next stage - and or not it is a dramatic step up. Or not it is not rather a total lockdown - planes and trains are silent working and entry will likely be accredited for emergency or valuable work reasons. But police will likely be ready to cease folks and count on why they're making an are attempting to enter or leave the areas lined.

The seek files from is whether or not right here is all too leisurely. Or not it is believed the virus used to be circulating in Italy for weeks sooner than it used to be detected. And there beget now been cases in all 22 areas of the country. The authorities is now taking the most intensive containment measures out of doorways of China. But is that this a case of making an are attempting to shut the trusty door after the horse has bolted?

Bbc news What are the principle points of the unusual restrictions?

Weddings and funerals were suspended, as successfully as spiritual and cultural occasions. Cinemas, nightclubs, gyms, swimming pools, museums and ski resorts were closed.

Spicy areas and cafes within the quarantined zones can initiate between 06: 00 and 18: 00 however possibilities must take a seat at the least 1m (3ft) apart.

Of us were actually helpful to discontinuance at home as grand as doubtless, and these that destroy the quarantine would per chance well face three months in prison.

The World Health Organization (WHO) chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus praised Italy for making "accurate sacrifices" with the limitations. Unless now perfect about 50,000 folks in northern Italy had been struggling from quarantines.

Closing week the authorities announced the closure of all schools and universities across the country for 10 days.

Bbc news What's the instruct in other places?

The selection of infections worldwide is extra than 105,500, the WHO says, with as regards to 3,600 deaths. Many of the fatalities were in China, the place the virus originated in December.

However the country on Sunday reported its lowest selection of unusual infections in a single day since January - a signal that the virus's spread there may perchance be slowing.

There were 40 unusual cases on Saturday, not as a lot as half of the number reported on Friday. Twenty-seven unusual deaths were reported - the bottom resolve in extra than a month - and all were in Wuhan, the place the outbreak began.

Iran, one amongst the worst hotspots out of doorways China, has now confirmed nearly 6,000 infections and 145 deaths.

Then again, the mutter resolve is believed to be grand increased. One file on Sunday, quoting a authorities envoy, said there had been 200 deaths within the northern Gilan province by myself - however the figures were later eliminated.

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Saudi Arabia has place the governorate of Qatif within the oil-producing Eastern Province into lockdown. The cases confirmed in Qatif - the place the Shia minority reside - beget all been traced wait on to Iran

A hotel being archaic asa coronavirus quarantine facility within the Chinese language metropolis of Quanzhou collapsed, killing at the least six folks

Pope Francis delivered his first reside-streamed Sunday prayer to come to a decision away from the long-established crowds forming - he said he used to be "end through prayer" with these tormented by the epidemic

In the US, a cruise ship with 3,533 passengers and crew held off the flit near San Francisco after 21 folks examined clear for the illness has been directed to the nearby port of Oakland

A one who attended a conservative political convention closing week that President Trump and Vice-President Mike Pence spoke athas been confirmed to beget the virus

On Sunday South Korean officers said 272 unusual cases had been reported over the earlier 24 hours, bringing the general to 7,313 - the ideally suited of any country out of doorways China.

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In the US extra than 400 cases were reported, and the demise toll is 19.

In Contemporary York, cases jumped from 44 on Friday to 76 and Governor Andrew Cuomo declared a impart of emergency.

South The United States recorded its first coronavirus demise - a 64-year-archaic man in Argentina.

In Australia, a man in his 80s grew to turn out to be the third person to die there from the virus.

Among other international locations to file a upward thrust within the general selection of cases are: France (to 1,126); Germany (939); Spain (589); the UK (273); the Netherlands (188).

Colombia, Bulgaria, Costa Rica, Malta, the Maldives and Paraguay beget, within the period in-between, all reported their first cases.

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Visiting Crete in October is a great choice, as the weather is still warm and you can still swim in the sea. Here's all the things to do in Crete in October.

Crete is the Best Greek Island in October

When people talk about “the Greek islands”, they mostly have in their minds a group of islands with whitewashed walls and blue domed churches.

While this is quite true for Santorini and other islands in the Cyclades group, many people haven’t heard of the biggest island in Greece, Crete.

Crete is in the south of mainland Greece, and is blessed with amazing landscapes, otherworldly beaches, fantastic food and an overall laid-back atmosphere. With somewhere between 600-700 thousand people, it’s understandably an ideal place for your Greek summer holiday.

At the same time, Crete is also a great choice if you want to go somewhere in Europe off-season. The October weather has more pleasant temperatures than summer’s scorching heatwaves, and it's perhaps the warmest Greek island in October.

What better place than Crete from some autumn sun?

Weather in Crete in October

After a long, scorching summer, weather in Crete in October slowly cools down. However, while other areas in Greece can get pretty cold, the weather in Crete in October is still mellow.

The average sea temperature in Crete in October is around 23C / 73F, which is slightly higher than June.

Crete Weather October

In fact, Crete enjoys two types of climate – the northern part has a Mediterranean climate, while the southern beaches and Gavdos are significantly warmer and drier, as they are quite close the African continent.

So, if you don’t like very high temperatures, one of the best time to go to Crete is October.

I've got a guide here to the October weather in Greece you might also find interesting to read.

Crete Holidays October

Another bonus to visiting Crete during October, is that hotel prices will be at some of their lowest of the year.

Many travel agents offer cheap holidays to Crete from the UK. You might even be able to pick up some significant and of season discounts on hotels in Crete at this time when booking yourself.

What is Crete like?

Crete is one of the largest islands in the Mediterranean, after Sicily, Sardinia, Cyprus and Corsica. Considering that it’s 26 times the size of Malta, it could be a country in itself.

In terms of landscape, Crete is really varied. There are long sandy beaches with crystal clear water, but also smaller coves and rocky cliffs.

And don't forget the mountains. The White Mountains and Psiloritis, that dominate the island, are among the ten highest mountains in Greece.

Scattered around all this, are seaside towns and small mountain villages where time seems to have stood still. Forests, sandhills, lagoons, a few rivers and many gorges, of which the most famous is the popular Samaria gorge.

Food and Drink in Crete

Unlike many other Greek islands that have to import products from the mainland, Crete is pretty much self-contained, as it produces lots of fruits, vegetables, olives and olive oil, cheeses and meat.

The island also produces a strong distilled alcoholic drink called tsikoudia or raki, made from what’s left of the grapes after wine production – more on this later.

Cretan food is famous around Greece and beyond, and the Cretan dakos, made with a barley rusk, tomato and a salty soft cheese is almost as common as the Greek salad.

Meet the Minoans

Crete has a very rich history. In ancient times, it was home to the Minoan civilization, the earliest civilization in Europe. As such, there are several superb ancient palaces and archaeological sites for you to explore.

The best known is the Palace of Knossos near Heraklion, but there are also Phaistos, Gortyn, Malia, Zakros, Kommos, Lissos, Falassarna and a few more scattered around the island.

As Crete became a part of the mighty Byzantine Empire for almost 1,000 years, there are over 300 Byzantine churches and other constructions all around. The most famous ones include Arkadiou Monastery, Chrissoskalitissa Monastery and Toplou Monastery, which produces great quality wines.

In the 13th century, the Venetians arrived in Crete, and built fortresses all around the island. Many of them still stand in very good condition, such as the Fortezza in Rethymnon, the Venetian walls in Chania, and the Koules fortress in Heraklion. Even if you are not overly interested in history, there is no way you won’t be impressed.

Crete also has plenty of archaeological museums, of which the best is in Heraklion. Make sure you allow a couple of hours to explore the superb collection.

In a nutshell, Crete has it all, and probably more. Try to have enough time to explore it, and you will definitely enjoy it.

Things to do in Crete in October

With Crete being so big, you will always find plenty of things to do. From sightseeing, to exploring the ancient sites, to swimming, to enjoying the lovely Cretan food, there are so many things to do in Crete in October that you will most likely have to skip a few, for your next trip.

As fewer people visit Crete in October than in summer, you will generally find that the island is more relaxed. At the same time, there will still be cruiseships coming to Chania and Heraklion, so take that into account when you are planning your day-to-day itinerary in Crete.

What to do on your holidays in Crete

If you only have a week in Crete, it is best to base yourself either to the east or to the west side of the island, rent a car and see the nearby sights. Two weeks would give you more time to explore Crete on a road trip, but you still won't see it all.

At the same time, if you aren’t keen on renting a car, you can try a private tour of the island. This is a good idea if you want to visit places off the beaten track, where buses don’t go.

Best Places to Visit in Crete in October

Visit Balos lagoon and Elafonissi beach in October

Balos lagoon and Elafonissi beach have been featuring among the best beaches on the planet for several years. The landscapes are truly stunning, and they are definitely among the top places to visit in Crete.

If you travel to Crete in summer though, you will realize that these two places are really popular with visitors, and as such they get very crowded.

If you're spending October in Crete though, make your way out there. You'll enjoy them a lot more!

Public buses from Chania to Elafonissi run all summer long departing at 9am, and leaving Elafonissi at 4pm. If you are going to Crete in October, it’s best to check the timetable closer to the time, as autumn schedules often differ.

Other options are to get there by rented car, or on a day tour to Elafonissi from Chania.

To get to Balos Lagoon and the nearby Gramvousa island, you will need to go on a boat tour. If you only want to go to the Lagoon you can also hike there, but Gramvousa is totally worth it.

Tours allow enough time to climb to the castle on top, and take in the views.

Visit the Preveli or the Vai palm forest in October

If someone asks you about palm forests, you will probably think of the Caribbean or southeast Asia. However, Crete has a couple as well.

Much like Cretan bananas, Cretan palm trees are smaller than the ones growing in tropical countries – but they are palm trees nonetheless!

The Vai palm forest, a half hour’s drive from Sitia, is a popular landmark with a superb sandy beach, and it’s best visited off-season if you want to appreciate the natural beauty. Tip – there is a semi-hidden path to the right of the bay. Hike up, and you will discover another beach that not many tourists know of.

Preveli beach, about an hour’s drive to the south of Rethymnon, is at the end of Kourtaliotis river. As a result, the water can be quite cold at any time of year.

If you like rivers, you can walk along Kourtaliotis towards the mountain – if you look hard around the reeds, you will most likely spot a few freecampers.

Visit the less famous Crete beaches in October

With a coast length of over 1,000 kms / 621 miles, Crete has an uncountable number of beaches and coves. While Elafonissi and Balos are the most famous ones, if you like exploring there are hundreds of beaches to discover.

As the weather in Crete in October can be variable, your best bet is to go to the south, and in fact the south east. Areas like Ierapetra and Makrygialos are likely to have better weather than the north, so you can base yourselves around there.

If you don’t mind driving, rent a car and visit places like Palaiohora, Sougia, Loutro, Hora Sfakion, Frangokastello, Plakias, Triopetra, Agios Pavlos, Matala, and Lendas. Then get to Ierapetra, and take a day trip on a boat to Chrissi island – heaven on earth!

If you are feeling really adventurous when planning where to go in Crete, take a boat to Gavdos island, the southernmost point in Europe.

This is a place popular with freecampers and naturists, but there will only be a handful at that time of year. If you want peace and quiet, Gavdos is one of the reasons to visit Crete in October.

Visit Chania in October

Arguably Crete’s most picturesque town, Chania (pronounced HaniA, with the stress on the second “a”), is a lovely little town. Picture a maze of cobbled streets, neoclassical mansions, Venetian constructions and the famous landmark, the lighthouse. Not just that though – it’s full of souvenir shops, bars, restaurants, and it’s an overall lively, charming little town on the coast.

Though Chania can get quite hectic and too busy in summer, visiting Chania in October can be a very rewarding experience, as you will get to enjoy the ambience a lot more.

For an off-the-beaten-track experience, walk to the old tanneries, known as Tabakaria, to the east of the town.

Chania has a port as well as an international airport. Several airline companies fly directly from many European cities, even in October. Chania is a popular arrival point by the ferry from Athens. More here: Athens to Chania ferry information.

Visit Heraklion in October

Heraklion is the largest city in Crete, with a population of around 140 thousand. Among Greeks, it is said that it is “as ugly as Athens”, but in reality it’s a truly enchanting town.

Apart from the massive Koules Venetian fortress, you can visit several Byzantine and Ottoman monuments, but also wander around the cobbled streets in search of some of the best food in Crete. Make sure you visit the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, one of the best in Greece.

The city is very lively, partly due to the presence of university students, and you will probably enjoy it more if you visit Crete in October. Note, however, that cruise boats are still running in October, so the city will be fairly busy with tourists.

Like Chania, you can get to Heraklion on direct flights from Europe and Athens, or on a boat from Pireaus or Santorini in early / mid-October. More here: Ferryhopper

Visit Rethymnon in October

A town often overlooked by visitors, Rethymnon is right between Heraklion and Chania, about an hour’s drive from each. Rethymnon is one of the best preserved medieval cities in Greece, where all types of architecture and several religious monuments co-exist.

You can visit one of the best preserved Venetian castles in Crete, Fortezza, which offers excellent views of the sea and the town itself.

Visit Knossos Palace in October

One of the top things to do in Crete is to visit Knossos Palace, just a 15-20 minute drive from Heraklion.

The Palace of Knossos was first built around 2.000 BC, but was subsequently destroyed by an earthquake. It was later rebuilt, and the new, grandiose palace became the home of several kings.

It was last used as a palace until it was destroyed by a fire in the 14th century BC.

The Knossos Palace is the most popular site for people who travel around Crete, but also for people who come on cruise boats. As a result, it can generally get quite crowded, given that plenty of cruise boats arrive in Crete in October.

As the temperature is a lot cooler in October, you can visit any time during the day and avoid the masses who will mostly be arriving in the early morning.

Visit lesser known archaeological sites in Crete

If you want to visit some ancient sites that have not undergone excessive restoration and are less crowded, Crete has several to offer. Some of the most important and interesting ones are Phaistos and Gortyn.

Visit the Palace of Phaistos in Crete

The archaeological site of Phaistos, also known as Festos, is located an hour and a half’s drive southwest of Heraklion. It is one of the finest Minoan Palaces.

The first Palace of Phaistos was constructed simultaneously with the Palace of Knossos, around 2.000 BC. According to legend, its founder was King Minos, the first King of Crete, the son of Zeus and Europa. It was destroyed due to an earthquake in 1.700 BC, but was rebuilt quickly.

The Palace kept being in use until around 1.450 BC, when it was destroyed again, though the reasons seem to be unknown. The city never lost its importance until the 1st century BC, when it was destroyed by the nearby Gortyn.

The remains that can be seen today date mostly from the period 1.700-1.450 BC. There has been extensive conservation of the Phaistos Palace, but no restoration works, as opposed to the Palace of Knossos.

Visit Gortyn archaeological site in Crete

Gortyn, known also as Gortyna or Gortys, is about an hour’s drive east of Phaistos. Confusingly for Googlemaps, there is another Gortyna in the Peloponnese!

The area of Gortyn has been continuously inhabited since the Neolithic Period. It took over Phaistos’ power, after the 5th century BC.

After the Romans invaded Crete in 67 BC, it also replaced Knossos as the capital of Crete. It remained powerful until about the 7th century AD, and was subsequently conquered by the Arabs in 828 AD. At that time, Crete’s capital was moved to Heraklion and Gortyn faded.

The site of Gortyn in Crete is home to one of the most important inscriptions ever discovered in Greece, the Law Code of Gortyn, referred to as the Great Inscription.

The Law Code is set inside the walls of a public building, and is composed of 12 columns which have been preserved to a exceptionally high standard. The laws which are carved on the stones are the oldest Greek law code. They regard civil matters, and are very progressive for their time.

Within the site of Gortyn, you will also see the famous Plane Tree of Zeus and Europa, St Titus’ church, ancient temples, the Odeon and the remains of some Roman buildings, such as the Praetorium.

Visit Spinalonga in Crete

Spinalonga Island is found to the east of Crete, next to Elounda, one of the most popular destinations in Crete.

The island, with an impressive Venetian fortress, is known for being a leper community from 1904-1957, as this is where people who had contracted the disease were sent to die.

Victoria Hislop’s book “the island” offers a superb account of the history of Spinalonga and is highly recommended.

You can either take a guided tour to Spinalonga, or get there independently taking a boat from Agios Nikolaos, Elounda or Plaka. Guided tours depart from Agios Nikolaos port.

If you go on your own, do read up beforehand, in order to appreciate better life on the Spinalonga leper community.

Caves in Crete

As Crete has some of the tallest mountains in Greece, it naturally has a large number of caves, which is estimated to be about 3,000!

According to legend, Zeus, the king of the Olympian Gods, was born in a cave in Crete. Two caves fight over this – Diktaion Andron and Idaion Andron.

Diktaion Andron, also known as Dikti Cave, is a massive, impressive cave in the Lassithi prefecture, just under an hour and a half’s drive from Heraklion. It is full of stalactites and stalagmites, and has been used as a place of worship since ancient times. It is very close to the Lassithi Plateau, which offers superb views over Crete. You can read more information here.

Idaion Andron, in the Rethymnon prefecture, is an hour and a half away from Heraklion and just under two hours from Rethymnon. It has shorter opening hours, but it’s free to visit. This cave isn’t as impressive as the Dikti Cave, but its historical and cultural significance is huge. If you drive there, make sure you stop at the traditional villages of Anogia and Zoniana, two of the most quaint villages in Crete.

Matala Caves: Another popular cave is the one at Matala, on the south. People used to live there since ancient times, and the area revived in the 60s-70s, when hippies from all over the world moved to live there. Today the hippies are gone, and the place is quite touristy, but interesting nevertheless. You can stay in nearby Kamilari, a half hour’s drive from Festos, if you prefer.

Cretan Gorges – Not just the Samaria Gorge

One of the reasons to visit Crete in October is to hike the Samaria gorge, the largest gorge in Crete. There are plenty of other gorges though, so outdoor lovers have plenty of choice!

Samaria gorge, in the Chania prefecture, is the most famous gorge in Crete. Even if you are not a regular hiker, it would definitely be an activity to consider. If you are reasonably fit, you shouldn’t have an issue – I remember hiking Samaria gorge as a kid, with my parents! That said, it is around 16km / 10 miles long, and is one of the longest in Europe.

Although it’s perfectly possible to visit the Samaria gorge independently, it might be easier to book a guided tour from either Chania or Rethymno, especially if you are not keen on organizing the logistics of getting around Crete.

Apart from Samaria gorge though, there are several other gorges worth visiting in Crete. Kourtaliotiko gorge, Imvros gorge, Agias Irinis gorge, Agiofaraggo, Tripiti gorge, Zakros gorge / (also known as Gorge of the Dead) and the gorge of Ha are just a few of the popular ones. Some of them are short, some are longer, and they offer different levels of challenge. Do your research before you decide which one to visit, as they vary a lot.

Safety first!

A word of caution though: Apart from the obvious advice of having the right shoes and bringing water, snacks, sunscreen and a hat with you, it is important to remember that some of these gorges are off the beaten track.

You might not meet any other people if you are visiting Crete in October, and as such safety should be a concern.

Coming from me, this might sound strange, but it is true that a handful of tourists disappear in Crete’s gorges every year – the latest incident was in April 2019.

So, if you decide to explore a Cretan gorge on your own, make sure that you know what you are doing – otherwise, go with a local guide.

The Local Food

No words can really describe the quality and variety of Cretan food. From goat meat and butter to tender green salads to amazing cheeses, Cretan food is amazing.

Make sure you try the different local pies, such as kalitsounia, lichnarakia and bourekia, the dakos salad, the gamopilafo rice, the graviera and ksinomizithra cheeses, and the various lamb dishes.

If snails are your thing, you will love Crete, as they cook them in many different sauces. Or just taste everything, and find your favourite Cretan dishes.

Bonus – if you have been to places like Mykonos and Santorini before, you will be thrilled with the meal prices in Crete, as they are much lower, due to the fact that most of the food is locally produced.

Two people can easily dine with 20 euros, including the tsikoudia, which often comes as a treat – see below.

Cretan Tsikoudia

Special mention goes to Crete’s “national” drink, tsikoudia, also known as raki, not to be confused with the Turkish raki.

This strong distilled alcoholic drink is consumed by Cretans at any time of the day, and has traditionally been used as medication.

Like olive oil, most Cretans either produce their own tsikoudia, or buy it from a relative or friend. It’s an inexpensive drink, and it will cost you around 5-6 euro a liter if you buy it from a market.

Tsikoudia is offered everywhere as a treat, and you will probably come across it on day 1 of your trip to Crete. If you are not used to drinking strong drinks, you might find the flavor a little too crude, but it also depends on the quality.

In general, you will get the best raki in the least touristic places. Raki is not meant to be consumed as a shot or drunk on its own, but to accompany meals and long chats.

If you don’t like the taste of raki, don’t worry – just leave your glass full, as if you drink it you will most likely get another serving.

Unless you want a bad hangover, don’t mix it with other drinks, like wine or beer. Even if you have a glass too many, you will be surprised at how well you will feel on the next day.

If alcohol tasting is one of your interests, the best time to visit Crete is October in order to experience the production of Cretan raki – read about this below.

Kazanema – Tsikoudia in the making

If you are in Crete in October / November, one of the most unique events to look for is the making of tsikoudia. This is known in Greek as kazanema. It’s a social and cultural celebration that most locals expect for months as it gives them an excuse to get together. If you get the chance to go to a kazanema, you shouldn’t miss it.

Tsikoudia is made out of grape residue, after wine has been produced. You could describe it as the Cretan moonshine. Seeds, grape skins and other leftovers are distilled for a few hours in large copper cauldrons. The liquid that comes out has 37-43% alcohol and it’s an acquired taste, but many people get acquired with it all too soon.

During the kazanema, everyone who is present tastes the raki for alcohol content and taste. As you can imagine, a lot of food is brought along, and shared by everyone. As the tasting progresses, spirits get higher. The whole event, or should we say ritual, will stay in your memory forever. Or perhaps not, depending on the amount of raki you get through.

St Dimitrios traditional festival – 26 October, Chersonissos

All year round, there are traditional celebrations / festivals in Greece, called panigiria. While most of them are in summer, there are also a few off-season. Chersonissos / Malia, the summer party resort area, comes alive with the panigiri of St Dimitrios.

Expect plenty of raki, lots of Cretan food, and some live Cretan music. If you want to have an idea of what to expect, scroll through this documentary (in Greek), where some of the most famous Cretan artists play music.

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“Ohi” day parade – 28 October

Just like anywhere in Greece, Crete celebrates the “Ohi” day with student parades. If you happen to be in Crete in October, don’t be surprised if you see school children marching around the towns and villages.

More about the “Ohi” day here https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ohi_Day

Last but not least – Run the half marathon in Crete

This annual event takes place on 6 October 2019, and attracts participants from all over the world.

If you were ever interested to do a half marathon, this would be one of your best choices. The climate is generally mellow and the landscape is amazing. For more information, click here.

Best things to do in Crete in October

This is nowhere near an exhaustive list of reasons to visit Crete in October. It should give you a pretty good idea of what off-season Crete is all about though.

Let us know if you have more suggestions in the comments below!

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Roman Holiday

September 2018

I didn't plan Rome, it just happened. I was actually going to Venice in October, alone, to celebrate my birthday away from my crowd, cura te ipsum. And then I wanted a practice trip to get (morally) prepared for traveling on my own. I was anxious about everything, from my hotel and language to sightseeing and lack of support. I could never imagine I would fall madly in love.

Tempio dei Dioscuri, Roman Forum

Each, in its own way, was unforgettable. It would be difficult to— Rome! By all means, Rome. I will cherish my visit here in memory as long as I live (c) Roman Holiday

I bought tickets to Rome almost by accident. I (almost never an impulsive buyer) was preparing for my Venice trip, buying tickets, booking hotel, and then I saw - Rome. And decided to take a look at the tickets. And ended up buying one.

Ave Caesar, Morituri Te Salutant!

The predictions for the trip were not looking bright. First I got a rejection from the first hotel I booked because I was arriving pretty late at night (around midnight). I booked another one and, looking at some reviews, found out this hotel was not really a good choice. And so anxiety ensued.

I didn't know how to get from the airport to my hotel. Taxi'd cost me nearly 70 euros, ouch. The trains stopped running around the time I landed, but I still had to go through the customs. Internet research not only gave no answers but actually increased my nervousness: buses didn't route 24/7, crime (pickpockets mostly) was high, Wi-Fi in cafes was only accessible for locals with Italian cards (something-something anti-terrorism ad nauseam), and mobile companies would try to trick you into spending more. I felt devastated.

But as soon as I set foot in Rome, it all vanished in a cloud of smoke. The great city welcomed me with summer warmth, lively, happily oblivious crowds and small streets with equally small, smart cars. I was captivated instantly - the feeling that'd linger in me for months to come.

Felix culpa, truly.

Veni, Vidi, Vici

Colosseo, Rome. Asians are truly great photographers - I got the shot from a trio of Malaysian girls

I didn't have a plan. I've done my homework, surely - some books on Michelangelo, a couple of movies featuring Rome, bits of research here and there. Ex nihilo nihil fit, the lesson you learn after so many trips. I knew about Places, had a must-see list, a maybe-visit list, and even a in-case-I'm-bored-and-have-free-time list. But for my first morning in Rome, I decided to just stroll down the hill from Roma Termini, where my hotel was, to the foremost Roman attraction, the Colosseum.

That morning - and each one afterwards - I woke up at 7 (a rare feat for me, a devoted late-sleeper) to the chime of bells. An authentic experience, when surrounded by churches - not unlike Istanbul, where you wake up to a muezzin call. It's quite convenient: I never once needed an alarm clock. Although people with weaker psyche probably would be disgruntled.

But I wanted a cup of coffee first. The thing about coffee in Rome (and the rest of Italy, really) is that it's great. Unlike many of the European countries, Italians do know what coffee is: I never had bad - nay, even mediocre coffee in Italy. Here, coffee is not just a breakfast, a legal drug or a communication vehicle; it's a tradition.

Do not sit down for coffee - the price of the order will double the moment you pick a table. Drink it at the bar, standing up, with a piece of fresh pastry and chatting with the bartender and other clients.

This is the best way to adapt to mornings. By day two, I learned to order my coffee in Italian, as locals do; by day three, nearly passed as one.

Moses by Michelangelo, San Pietro in Vincoli

The thing about Rome is: you should not ignore the opportunities. If you see something curious, do not pass by. I discovered the first of Michelangelo's works by chance, ascending the stairs of the random vine-draped arched passage and finding myself facing the church of St Peter in Chains.

Fortunately, I have a sweet habit of walking inside the churches I see, no matter how famous they are - they always give comfort to the tired feet and eyes, allow to rest and might feature something curious.

Mood altered after recognizing the hand of the great master, I strolled down the street that opened the view of the Colosseo.

Get a ticket at the Roman Forum - you get to see Colosseo as well, but no need to wait in lines.

At the entrance, I got acquainted with a couple from Frankfurt, who met in Vilnius, but were originally from Ukraine. What a small world.

Roman Forum is a place of history so deep that it was dizzying. I don't remember much specifically for this reason: ancient places tend to have so much meaning one has troubles stacking it all up into their mind and worldview.

Palatine Hill. Sun, pines and cicadas

So the first vivid and distinct impression I caught was on top of Palatine Hill, and had nothing to do with history but everything with pure sensations.

High dark pines (that specific Roman kind with flat crowns), unbearably loud, suffocating cicadas, bitter fir-tree air, slightly moist and trembling with heat, tasting of stone and sand, scorching sun pouring over the crown of my head down the shoulders with viscous glutinous beads.

This simple, thick and fragrant flavor will always be the first thing that pops into my mind whenever I think of Rome. And thus I fell.

Palatine Hill is more of a park than a museum (like Roman Forum). Colosseo is neither; it's a site of tourism, of people, covered under the multilingual crowds to the point of being completely extinguished under the feet and voices.

The lines are formidable (you don't want to be caught in one of those, trust me). Even with a ticket, I spent nearly 20 minutes waiting for the security check. Inside, there is even more people: they are sitting on the fallen columns, ruined walls, on the sandy ground. They are taking photos, laughing, greedily drinking, fainting from heat, and chatting, talking, shouting! Most eerie feeling when you're alone.

Colosseo, Rome

Also, the place is ginormous. Who could've thought that Rome featured an even bigger arena, Circus Maximus that could fit more than double-sized crowd of the Colosseum. Unfortunately, not even ruins remained.

Whatever city I visit, I manage to get lost at least once, walking away from tourist routes and off into the jungles of the city. This result in all kinds of hilarious and wondrous discoveries; in Rome, it gifted me with Giardino degli Aranci and its smaller version Giardino di Sant'Alessio.

These cozy little pools of greenery in the midst of churches and ruins give off the vibe of a luxurious garden of a Roman Republic villa - emerald-green, piny, shadowy and tart. The specific feeling that mostly locals visit the area persists: Italians are sitting on the many benches, enjoying the cool patchwork shadows of the orange trees, books lazily sprawled in their laps, hats thrown back to the napes, spots of sun dancing over their calm, slumbered expressions. The far end of the garden opens into a spectacular vista of the left bank of Rome and Vatican's San Pietro in the distance framed by the hot, smooth and almost soft marble of the parapet.

Oranges underfoot are aplenty but, unfortunately, inedible: too bitter and acerbic. Not that the tourists don't try: some of the fruits are actually peeled and half-eaten.

There's yet another place worth visiting once near the gardens - the Hole of Rome, a keyhole that opens a view to the three countries of Italy, Vatican (the Dome of San Pietro is barely visible) and Malta (represented by the Maltese Embassy). For me, it's a tell-tale determinant of human nature: heat hammering down people's heads, at least 20-minute long line and a tiny keyhole to witness the symbolic combo. I ignored the keyhole but thoroughly enjoyed the human nature instead: the motivation (when I asked a boy standing almost at the front of the long line) was 'because there is a hole you can look through'. Isn't that just so hilariously wonderful?

Observing the vista from the panoramic gardens, I was seduced by the Tiber quay at the foot of the hill. Seeing a lot, tired and hungry, I was still enraptured by the image that came to denote older Italy for me. Fine squarish cobblestones, light-clad plane trees with mottled, scaly barks and round prickly fruits. Restless, tumultuous Tiber, covered in humpback bridges, chained in taut rangy walls, smooth and weathered. Wide rough-stone parapet of the quay built for resting your elbows (or, if you're capable, sitting) on, enjoying the unhurried serenity - something I will be chasing after in every other Italian town.

A short detour along the quay of Tiber and through Isola Tiberina on my way to seeking dinner at the foot of the Capitoline Hill

Rome is full of romantic experiences, whether one's wandering through the labyrinth of Roman streets or witnessing solis occasum at Castel Sant'Angelo. In September, sun strings itself directly on the spiel of Duomo San Pietro, and pours pinkish light over the crowns of the high planes, diffusing their somberly greens into soft oranges and flooding the city in mysterious glimmering haze of dusk.

Naturally, being this close to Vatican, I couldn't pass on the opportunity. San Pietro bathed in twilight is enthralling, when the warm orange spots of the slim street lights mix with the deepening blue sky and the vanishing yellow of the clouds.

I always had rather lethargic sense of self-preservation when it came to odd people. This got me in a number of situations that my friends afterwards deemed weird and/or dangerous while incredulously staring at me. Near one of the Vatican fountains, I chanced upon a small Italian man with a flaming passion for Roman history and a foot fetish.

So I found myself in the middle of Piazza San Pietro, barefoot, enjoying the lukewarm marble under my feet, very solid and incredibly smooth. Walking around downtown, I also got an unexpected tour from this local guide slipping in some trivia while enjoying the crowded spaces of piazza Navona and fountain Trevi.

I barely got to the hotel that day, feet searing in tired heat. By chance found a great cure: rubbing the soles and toes forcefully with a wet, preferably rough towel. Feels gorgeous.

Homo Sum Humani a Me Nihil Alienum Puto

The two greatest things about Roman streets are gelato and marble stairs - and they're this much better when combined, and made alive by people

People in Rome are great - despite their oddities. Probably one of the reasons I adored this crazy city so much was because of all the weird encounters I had. Within the first 24 hours, I've met people from all over the world. A girl from India, with whom we exchanged photos in Colosseum. A girl from Hungary that got lost in the circular passages of Castel Sant'Angelo with me. Two couples from Toronto who dined at the table nearby in a cafe on one of the pedestrian streets near piazza Venezia - they got all chatty, brightening up my solitary lunch. One of them just happened to be a writer and recommended me a British publishing agency (along with promising me a copy of his freshly published book).

Germany, Nepal, South Africa, the US, Peru - at some point, I stopped keeping track, instead basking in the multicultural melting pot of colors and languages.

And then there were mindless wanderings, ruins on every corner (literally; there are some well-known and others that are barely fenced from the omnipresent tourists), churches literally everywhere, and streets wide and narrow, flavored by delicious cuisine. Traditionally Roman pasta on a checkered tablecloth, homemade wine and street performers combine into a experiences you see in the movies but never assume to be possible in reality.

Trajan Forum, piazza Venezia

When you think Rome, think water fountains, marble stairs and churches.

Walking down the streets of Rome, I promised to make a pledge of love to Roman fountains: they were what got me though the day. You rarely sit in Rome (and when you do, it's either marble stairs of whatever building you pass or inside a church; or on the marble stairs of the church). You don't feel your feet by the end of the day, and that's when fountains give you at least a tiny bit of relief to get to your destination (commonly the next fountain).

Don't leave your hat and sunscreen behind. Have an empty water bottle - the water fountains with drinkable water are scattered throughout Rome; a life-saving mechanism.

Piazza del Popolo full of men blowing rainbow-filled soap bubbles, street artists providing soundtrack on the background and laughing, frolicking children and parents

My second day in Rome was the day of piazzas. I started at piazza Venezia and the nearby Capitoline museums (wonderfully cool, coherent and immersive, not to mention the exciting hunt of the passage from Palazzo dei Conservatri to Palazzo Nuovo, which appeared to be under Palazzo Senatorio, offering an apropos panoramic view of the Roman Forum). Altare della Patria, towering over the piazza, built of cool marble and pure magnanimous giantism served as the observing deck to plan the route.

Next, after an hour of contemplative silence in Pantheon's dome, it was time for piazza Navona with its aquatically-themes fountains and the baroque art of chiesa di Sant'Agnese in Agone.

With a gelato from Grom (Italian gelateria chain) in hand and determination in heart, I walked under the planes' rustling leaves of the Tiber quay to piazza del Popolo, where I had another half an hour sitting and listening to classical pieces by Chopin, Shubert and Albinoni in chiesa di Santa Maria dei Miracoli.

Before the final stop at piazza di Spagna, I delighted in the view from the Balconata del Pincio at the western border of Borghese gardens. This part of Rome inside Aurelian Walls is where the locals spend their weekends, public park zones and family entertainments aplenty.

Sunset over Rome, view from the top of Spanish stairs

Vialle della Trinita dei Monti leads way along the gardens, opening to the vista of Rome on the right side. The street opens to the top of Spanish steps, where I camped for the next couple of hours under the double bell-towers of chiesa di Trinita dei Monti. Families, friends, dates appointed and met, street vendors selling paintings, roses and cheap toys, hats and umbrellas, sunglasses and various small merchandise - the place is a wonderful spot to savor the life of Rome.

Carpe Diem, Carpe Noctem

Colosseo and Via dei Fori Imperiali at night

Nightfall brings relief and freshness, and also lights. Suddenly, Rome wears different colors; blues and greens dissipate into the dark corners, but yellows pull a warm cover over the city. Rome at night is gorgeous.

Do see the lights of Colosseum, this one is gorgeous. Roman Forum, on the other hand, was quite disappointing.

I was knackered after the museum run and the circle stroll around half the Rome. Still - hic manebimus optime - I followed through with the plan, and was rewarded with a magnificent view and, more importantly, atmosphere.

Besides, it's not only the major sights you want to see; Rome at night breathes a different air. Couples of all ages stroll up and down the streets, yellow lights over their heads. Fountains are bathed in white lights, and you find random statues of gods and heroes scattered on city corners, hidden and on display. Downtown is busy, bustling and crowded; the rest of Rome falls asleep and offers a chance to get to know the streets that are not flooded with tourists. It's a different city - but definitely one you'd want to meet.

Imperium in Imperio

View of Rome and St Peter's Square from the top of the Dome of St Peter's Basilica, Vatican

While still at home, getting prepared for the trip, I wasn't very fond of the idea to see the Vatican museums. Travel connoisseurs were complaining at the stuffiness, extreme lines and crowds that don't really allow you to see anything. And, well, they were right.

If there is a possibility to dodge the visit to Vatican museums, it's a decision that'll save time, money and mood.

Of course, it's exciting to see Stanze di Raffaello (School of Athens is obviously my favorite) and Michelangelo's work on Sistine Chapel. Yet the crowds of Vatican are no brutum fulmen, a force to be reckoned with. Besides, I did spent nearly 2 hours in line - it was a good thing I caught a company of another unlucky tourist, who was able to chat my boredom away.

San Pietro, on the other hand, was captivating. The imposing luxury, the solid gilding, the voluminous ornaments of different styles (and complete lack of seats to rest your spent limbs). I massively enjoyed the Dome and the pontifical tombs, especially as I used the latter to finally lose my company from the museums, mea culpa.

Surely, I had to send a couple of postcards from the post office of Vatican, the smallest country in the world (with the best post office; they still came only a month later).

Semper Fidelis

View of panorama of Rome and Altare della Patria from Giardino degli Aranci

Rome is a cosmopolitan and extremely democratic city. You can see the most of it for free. Aside from piazzas (Venezia, Navona, di Spagna, del Popolo and San Pietro), churches (at the very least Pantheon, Basilica di San Pietro and San Pietro in Vincoli) and numerous fountains (Trevi obviously the most significant of them), there are Altare della Patria, Garden of Oranges, Isola Tiberina and Spanish Stairs. If satisfied with a view from above and further away, you can also have a thorough look at Roman Forum from Capitoline Hill and at Colosseo from Via dei Fori Imperiali.

But most importantly, the feel of Rome. Tiny cars and coffee. Churches and ruins at every turn. Somberly green pines with high flat crowns and planes shedding skin in white flakes. Enrapturing Tiber, muddy and relentless in its chains. Ancient, worn out marble stairs. Friendly and happy people from most different corners of the world. Rapidly melting gelato covering you hands in sweet drops. Fountains with refreshing cool water. What's there not to like?

I don't know how to say goodbye (c) Roman Holiday

I was leaving from Roma Termini to Fiumicino airport on this pompously advertised Leonardo express train but cannot say anything in its favor except for its speed. Unlike the bus that actually drives past Colosseum, it quickly flashes past the city and into half-rural landscapes. Cui bono? If you want the last glimpse of Rome, take the bus.

Amor Vincit Omnia

Palazzo si Giustizia at dusk

Soundtrack is important for any trip. In Ye Olde Europe I commonly find myself immersed in the unobtrusive warmth of Kaleo's Vor i Voglaskogi, best suited for the moist softness of Baltic countries and jovial sobriety of the Eastern regions.

For Rome, nothing is better than Puccini's Tosca. Standing outside palazzo Farnese (currently French embassy in Rome) I was listening on loop to Tosca's aria Vissi d'Arte performed by unparalleled Maria Kallas. In Castel Sant'Angelo, E Lucevan le Stelle - Placido Domingo's aria of Cavaradossi - and its life-reassuring, heart-breaking, breath-taking meaning is perfect to make the sense of sombre stone passages and elevated open-air decks.

In Vatican, I switched to Miserere, a piece specifically written by Gregorio Allegri to be performed in the Sistine Chapel. The polyphonic harmony of voices combines in sublime, somber and tranquil melody, repetitive, exalted and pure. It gives the feeling of a lofty Gothic Catholic cathedral with warm sun breaking through its high-and-tall lancet windows, stalling in the upper tiers and airily patching the gray granite floor with the spots of warm glow. The daylight gradually fades into tenebrae, until the candles are extinguished one by one until the single one is left to dispel the darkness.

Panem et Circenses

Finding real Italian trattorias is important - touristy cafes are too pricey and - much more importantly! - have poor food. For Italian places, look out for the signs:

traditional menus (not laminated two-sided paper ones)

menus mostly in Italian

no barkers trying to hoard you in

no sites and attractions nearby

acceptable prices

Italian clientele

In vino veritas (what to eat):

Carbonara (bacon and egg pasta)

Cacio e pepe (cheese and pepper pasta)

Amatriciana (bacon, onion and tomato sauce pasta)

saltimbocca alla romana (veal with ham and sage)

abbacchio alla scottadito (lamb cutlets)

coda alla vaccinara (oxtail stew)

puntarelle (chicory - contorni, side dish)

pizza capricciosa

pizza salame/salsiccia piccante

pizza prosciutto e fichi

porchetta (full-roasted pig)

guanciale (pork jowl)

tiramisu (traditional dessert)

gelato (local ice-cream)

Sicilian pastry

local wines (reds or whites; what matters is that you drink them)

E pluribus unum (what to see):

San Pietro in Vincoli (Michelangelo's Moses)

Colosseo

Arch of Constantine

Roman Forum

Palatine Hill

Castel Sant'Angelo

Trevi fountain

Pantheon

Piazza Navona

palazzo Farnese

Campo de' Fiori

Piazza di Spagna and Spanish steps

Borghese museum and gardens

Piazza del Popolo

Chiesa di Santa Maria dei Miracoli

Sacro Cuore del Suffragio

Piazza Venezia

Trajan's Forum and Column

Altare della Patria

Capitoline Hill and museums

Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore

Isola Tiberina

Giardino degli Aranci

Circus Maximus

Bocca della Verita (Mouth of Truth)

Pyramid of Cestius

Church of Santa Maria Sopra Minerva

Baths of Caracalla

Archbasilica of St John Lateran

Porta San Sebastiano

Chiesa del Domine Quo Vadis

Catacombs of Saint Calixt

Catacombe di San Sebastiano

Circus of Maxentius

Mausoleum of Caecilia Metella

Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls

Vatican:

St Peter's Square

St Peter's Basilica (including Pauline Chapel for Michelangelo's frescoes and Pieta, Dome and catacombs with the tombs of Popes)

Vatican museums

Sistine Chapel

Ipse Dixit

Roman Forum and Palatine Hill

I might be biased in favor of Rome - Tosca, Call Me By Your Name, Roman Holiday; Punic Wars, Michelangelo and Julius II, Alexander III and the Borgias. They say it's the Eternal City. Cannot argue with that. I don't care what is mainstream, argumentum ad populum (tu quoque, huh): I love Rome.

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915 – Pope John X crowned Berengar I of Italy as Holy Roman Emperor. 1775 – The USS Alfred becomes the first vessel to fly the Grand Union Flag (the precursor to the Stars and Stripes); the flag is hoisted by John Paul Jones. 1799 – War of the Second Coalition: Battle of Wiesloch: Austrian Lieutenant Field Marshal Anton Sztáray defeats the French at Wiesloch. 1800 – War of the Second Coalition: Battle of Hohenlinden: French General Moreau decisively defeats the Archduke John of Austria near Munich. Coupled with First Consul Napoleon Bonaparte's earlier victory at Marengo, this will force the Austrians to sign an armistice and end the war. 1800 – 1800 United States presidential election The Electoral College casts votes for President and Vice President that resulted in a tie between Thomas Jefferson and Aaron Burr. 1818 – Illinois becomes the 21st U.S. state. 1834 – The Zollverein (German Customs Union) begins the first regular census in Germany. 1854 – Battle of the Eureka Stockade: More than 20 gold miners at Ballarat, Victoria, are killed by state troopers in an uprising over mining licences. 1898 – The Duquesne Country and Athletic Club defeated an all-star collection of early football players 16-0, in what is considered to be the very first all-star game for professional American football. 1901 – In a State of the Union message, U.S. President Theodore Roosevelt delivers a 20,000-word speech to the House of Representatives asking Congress to curb the power of trusts "within reasonable limits". 1904 – The Jovian moon Himalia is discovered by Charles Dillon Perrine at California's Lick Observatory. 1910 – Modern neon lighting is first demonstrated by Georges Claude at the Paris Motor Show. 1912 – Bulgaria, Greece, Montenegro, and Serbia (the Balkan League) sign an armistice with the Ottoman Empire, temporarily halting the First Balkan War. (The armistice will expire on February 3, 1913, and hostilities will resume.) 1919 – After nearly 20 years of planning and construction, including two collapses causing 89 deaths, the Quebec Bridge opens to traffic. 1920 – Following more than a month of Turkish–Armenian War, the Turkish dictated Treaty of Alexandropol is concluded. 1927 – Putting Pants on Philip, the first Laurel and Hardy film, is released. 1929 – President Herbert Hoover delivers his first State of the Union message to Congress. It was presented in the form of a written message rather than a speech. 1944 – Greek Civil War: Fighting breaks out in Athens between the ELAS and government forces supported by the British Army. 1959 – The current flag of Singapore is adopted, six months after Singapore became self-governing within the British Empire. 1960 – The musical Camelot debuts at the Majestic Theatre on Broadway. It will become associated with the Kennedy administration. 1967 – At Groote Schuur Hospital in Cape Town, South Africa, a transplant team headed by Christiaan Barnard carries out the first heart transplant on a human (53-year-old Louis Washkansky). 1971 – Indo-Pakistani War of 1971: Pakistan launches a pre-emptive strike against India and a full-scale war begins claiming hundreds of lives. 1973 – Pioneer program: Pioneer 10 sends back the first close-up images of Jupiter. 1976 – An assassination attempt is made on Bob Marley in Kingston, Jamaica just two days before the "Smile Jamaica", a free concert. 1979 – In Cincinnati, 11 fans are suffocated in a crush for seats on the concourse outside Riverfront Coliseum before a Who concert. 1979 – Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini becomes the first Supreme Leader of Iran. 1982 – A soil sample is taken from Times Beach, Missouri, that will be found to contain 300 times the safe level of dioxin. 1984 – Bhopal disaster: A methyl isocyanate leak from a Union Carbide pesticide plant in Bhopal, India, kills more than 3,800 people outright and injures 150,000–600,000 others (some 6,000 of whom would later die from their injuries) in one of the worst industrial disasters in history. 1989 – Cold War: In a meeting off the coast of Malta, U.S. President George H. W. 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The United States, People's Republic of China, and Russia do not sign the treaty, however. 1999 – NASA loses radio contact with the Mars Polar Lander moments before the spacecraft enters the Martian atmosphere. 2005 – XCOR Aerospace makes the first manned rocket aircraft delivery of U.S. Mail in Kern County, California. 2007 – Winter storms cause the Chehalis River to flood many cities in Lewis County, Washington, and close a 20-mile portion of Interstate 5 for several days. At least eight deaths and billions of dollars in damages are blamed on the floods. 2009 – A suicide bombing at a hotel in Mogadishu, Somalia, kills 25 people, including three ministers of the Transitional Federal Government. 2012 – At least 475 people are killed after Typhoon Bopha makes landfall in the Philippines. 2014 – The Japanese space agency, JAXA, launches the space explorer Hayabusa2 from the Tanegashima Space Center on a six-year round trip mission to an asteroid to collect rock samples.

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Here’s an ultimate Bangkok Travel Guide featuring travel tips, top attractions, recommended accommodations for all budgets, entry requirements and more. Explore the best of the city!

Bangkok Travel Guide – Bangkok ranks first when you look out for the most visited destinations in the world. No doubt, being a chaotic and crowded city it serves tourism with a vibrant culture, well preserved historical sites, bustling nightlife, variety of tasty delicacies and lots of lively shopping markets. Let’s get to know more about Bangkok through this travel guide.

Bangkok Travel Guide 2019

Best Time To Visit Bangkok

It’s summer all year round in Bangkok. The coolest months are November till March when the temperature lies between the range of 29 Degrees Celsius and 35 Degrees Celsius. These months are also the peak season months, so you should expect a crowd of tourists at all the attractions in Bangkok.

You may prefer visiting the monsoon season which falls between the months July and October. Although it may be rainy and humid, still you can enjoy various attractions and activities during the pleasant times when the rain stops or lessens. This is also the best time to book your hotels and tours on great deals.

Entry Requirements For Bangkok – Bangkok Travel Guide

Visa Exemption Rule

Bangkok is Thailand’s Capital city and Thailand has a Visa Exemption Rule according to which tourists who are passport holders of any of the further mentioned 55 countries are allowed to enter Thailand without a visa for tourism purposes for up to 30 days. These countries are – Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, Chile, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Korea, Kuwait, Laos, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Macau, Malaysia, Monaco, Mongolia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Oman, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Russia, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States and Vietnam. You can check further requirements for qualifying the Visa Exemption Rule on the Thai Embassy Website.

Visa On Arrival

Thailand allows Visa On Arrival to tourists who are passport holders of any of these countries – Andorra, Bulgaria, Bhutan, China, Cyprus, Ethiopia, Fiji, India, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Lithuania, Maldives, Malta, Mauritius, Papua New Guinea, Romania, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Taiwan, Ukraine and Uzbekistan. You can check further requirements for qualifying Visa On Arrival in Thailand on the Thai Embassy Website.

Note : Tourists who do not qualify for Visa Exemption Rule or Visa On Arrival should contact the Thai Embassy to obtain visas prior their visit.

Where To Stay In Bangkok – Bangkok Travel Guide

Bangkok offers a wide variety of accommodation facilities which are well suited for any budget. The best areas to stay in Bangkok are Sukhumvit, Khaosan and Riverside area. Below are some of the most recommended accommodations in Bangkok from which you can select your stay options as per your preference.

Recommended Sukhumvit Accommodations

Sukhumvit is an urban area which is well connected with the best shopping malls, markets, restaurants, street food areas and the Skytrain (Bangkok Transit System). This place is very popular among the expats.

Budget : The Promenade, Majestic Suites, Grand Business Inn

Mid Range : ibis Styles Bangkok, The Key By Compass Hospitality

Luxury : Sheraton Grande, Hyatt Regency

Recommended Riverside Accommodations

The Riverside is the most scenic and beautiful riverfront area comprising of best hotels in Bangkok. All the major attractions such as the Grand Palace, Wat Pho, flower market and many shiny temples are located very nearby this area. Ferry rides can be easily arranged to the places you want to visit from the riverfront.

Hostel: Petit Hostel, Hostel Urby

Budget : New Siam Riverside Hotel

Mid Range : The Royal River Hotel, Ibis Bangkok Riverside

Luxury : Millennium Hilton, Shangri La

Recommended Khaosan Accommodations

Khaosan road is the most famous, lively and busiest area in Bangkok. Almost all the cultural attractions are located very close to Khaosan. Though this area is not conveniently connected to the Skytrain (Bangkok Transit System), you can easily find tuk tuks and taxis to commute between places. The Khaosan is mostly preferred by backpackers and budget travelers due to the availability of cheap accommodations.

Hostel / Budget : Khaosan Art Hotel, Jam Hostel, Innspire Bangkok

Mid Range : New Siam Palace Ville, Nouvo City Hotel

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Language

The locals in Bangkok converse in Thai which is their local language. English is also spoken and understood by the locals at different levels of proficiency. So, it is not difficult to communicate with people in Bangkok.

Currency

Thai Baht (THB) is the currency used in Bangkok and according to the current official exchange rate 1 USD is equivalent to 32 THB. You can get your currency exchanged at the airport, bank or any exchange outlet. The Super Rich International Exchange outlet is known for guaranteed best rates on currency exchange in Bangkok.

List of Top Attractions to Visit in Bangkok – Bangkok Travel Guide

Here are some of the best things to do and popular attractions in Bangkok that you should not be missing out on :

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1. The Grand Palace

The Grand Palace magnificently showcases the grandeur of the ancient kingdom in Bangkok. Built over 200 hundred years ago, this palace used to be the residence of the kings. The complex of Grand Palace comprises of various temples, gardens, courtyards and other royal premises. The Wat Phra Kaew (Temple Of Emerald Buddha) is built on the grounds of the Grand Palace. You would be stunned and mesmerized by the beauty of this palace. Don’t be surprised if you come across a flock of tourists and devotees while visiting the Grand Palace.

Insider Tip : The Grand Palace gets very crowded and busy by the day. Try to reach as early as possible.

2. Wat Phra Kaew (Temple Of The Emerald Buddha)

Wat Phra Kaew is home to the Emerald statue of Buddha and is the most sacred temple in Thailand. This 26 inches tall Buddha statue carved from a single jade stone, stands in a yogic posture. The temple complex also comprises of various statues and murals depicting mythological sagas.

3. Wat Arun (The Temple Of The Dawn)

The Temple Of The Dawn, Wat Arun – Bangkok Travel Guide

Wat Arun is another prominent temple in Bangkok. It temple’s complex consists of a beautiful golden shrine of Buddha and towers decorated of colorful porcelain.

4. Khaosan Road

The Khaosan Road is known to be a hub for backpackers due to the availability of cheap guesthouses and hostels in the vicinity. It also has a very busy street market, various bars, Thai massage centers and eateries. Located very near to all the major cultural attractions the Khaosan road is a fun place to spend time in if you enjoy street food, cheap shopping and bar hopping.

5. Lumpini Park

Lumpini Park – Bangkok Travel Guide

The Lumpini park is the biggest and the most gorgeous park in Bangkok. It’s a must visit attraction for nature lovers. This park is a perfect place to relax and unwind yourselves away from the bustling atmosphere of the city. The Lumpini park also has a large boating lake where you can even hire a paddle boat.

6. Wat Saket (Golden Mountain Temple)

The Wat Saket is a hill top temple from where you can get some impressive views of the city. You would need to climb about 344 steps to reach the top and this would seem quite exhausting, but the path is fairly easy. The climb is well worthy of the views and the temple.

7. Chao Phraya River

There are a lot of activities going on at banks of the Chao Phraya River. You can go for a market tour, dine at a riverside restaurant, arrange a cruise date, wander through Asiatique night market, rent a bicycle at the promenade or just spend some quality time admiring the the beautiful river.

8. Day Trip To Ayutthaya

Ayutthayak – Bangkok Travel Guide

Take a day trip to the amazing Ayutthaya which is located at a distance from 80 km from Bangkok. It’s a UNESCO World Heritage site and consists of lots of distinctive Buddha temples, relics and shrines.

Insider Tip : While visiting the temples, make sure you are wearing clothes that cover up your knees and shoulders. You can also carry a scarf with you.

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Food / Where To Eat In Bangkok – Bangkok Travel Guide

Pad Thai – A Must Try Dish In Bangkok

Bangkok is a true paradise for foodies. Trying out the famous street food at Khao San road or Chinatown has been fairly a matter of concern for tourists. The authentic Pad Thai, grilled meats, soups, skewers, wraps, Thai curries and other delicacies are irresistible and a must try at those street food stalls. Just be careful from where you buying the food. It is suggested to buy street food from crowded food stalls because the chances at such stalls are high that the food is being freshly cooked for the service.

There are many restaurants lined up at the river side areas which serve a variety of Arabic, Asian, Mediterranean and Continental cuisines.

Public Transportation In Bangkok – Bangkok Travel Guide

Transport Through Ferry Ride

Bangkok does not have the most convenient means of public transportation. With some good planning and checking hassle free options from the below modes of transportation, you would be able to reach all the major tourist spots.

River Ferry

Getting onto a ferry on the Chao Phraya River would be the most easiest way to your destinations. The biggest pro is that you don’t have to get worried about the city’s traffic. The river ferries have various stops to all the major tourist attractions in Bangkok.

Bangkok Transit System (BTS) or the Skytrain

The BTS or Skytrain is a train service convenient for people commuting between these areas – Silom, Sukhumvit and Siam. There are BTS stations that are conveniently located near the tourist places.

Bangkok Metro (MRT)

The MRT stations are located between Sukhumvit and Silom area. There are many MRT stations in the routes that are conveniently located near the tourist places.

Taxi or Tuk Tuk

Hiring a taxi or tuk tuk may seem quick on the roads of Bangkok, but the catch here is the traffic can be sometimes up on the roads. So, you again need to be careful here about the rush hours and the distance you might be traveling for.

Bangkok Travel Essentials – Bangkok Travel Guide

There are a few things that you should not forget to carry with yourselves to Bangkok.

Universal Adapter : You may not be sure if the power supply switches at the hotels would be compatible with the chargers of your electronic devices. Here is where a Universal Adapter comes really handy. We love the Universal Adapter from Unidapt as it charges up to five devices simultaneously and also come with a one year money back warranty. Check it out here.

Sunscreen : You would need to apply a good sunscreen for protection from the harmful UV rays on sunny days in Bangkok. Make sure you carry one.

Mosquito Repellent Wristbands : Keep yourself safe from mosquitoes specially during the evenings. Check out these very effective Deet free and waterproof mosquito repellent wristbands from Mosquitno.

Refillable Water Bottle : The refillable water filter bottles from Lifestraw gives you safe drinking water. You can fill up these bottles from many places and be assured that you are drinking purified water.

Where To Shop – Bangkok Travel Guide

From cheap shopping markets to high end malls, Bangkok has everything to cater to needs of all kinds of shoppers.

Central World Shopping Mall

Make your way to Central World shopping mall in Siam which is the sixth biggest shopping center in the world. You can find good collections of stuffs at this shopping center both branded and non branded.

Asiatique The Riverfront

Asiatique is Bangkok’s famous riverside night market. You can get all here – shopping at great prices, amazing food and lively entertainment. Even if you are not here for shopping, you can pleasantly wander around the river side market.

Chatuchak Weekend Market

The Chatuchak Weekend Market is the world’s largest flee market having more than 12,000 shops and stalls. Goods here are sold at best prices that cannot be beaten at all. You can find all kinds of stuffs here clothing, accessories, bags, books, antiques, Thai artworks and more.

Tipping In Bangkok – Bangkok Travel Guide

Tipping in Bangkok is very common but not mandatory. If you wish to leave a tip for a good service it will be appreciated and welcomed.

Safety In Bangkok – Bangkok Travel Guide

Bangkok is reasonably safe if you are mindful and well aware about the city. Here are few things you should be aware about;

Beware of scammers in crowded areas.

The taxi drivers may take you through long routes before you reach the destination to shell out more charges from you.

Prostitution is illegal, but Bangkok has a bad reputation for it. Such rackets are led by local goons at many areas in Bangkok, ignore and keep yourself away from it.

Stay away from over-friendly strangers.

Secure your credit cards and cash safely in your money belt or wallet and keep checking time to time.

Nightlife In Bangkok – Bangkok Travel Guide

No other city can compare to Bangkok’s nightlife. With lots of bars, restaurants, clubs, rooftops and pubs; it is very agreeable if someone says that Bangkok’s nightlife are very happening. You should be heading to Sukhumvit Road or Khaosan Road to get into the best night clubs and bars in Bangkok.

We hope you enjoyed reading our Bangkok Travel Guide! If you have any queries or suggestions, do let us know in the comment box below.

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I went to Myanmar during the Rohingya crisis and this is why I think more people should travel to 'unethical' destinations

Conversation turned this month to Turkey, and whether we should visit a country run by a strongman like Erdogan. One friend said her husband absolutely wouldn’t visit Turkey, nor travel to the US while Trump was president.

This poses a bigger question: should we visit countries with poor human rights records, or countries run by regimes we disagree with? There is no simple answer.

Tourism has the ability to change a country’s fortunes. Almost 40 per cent of the Maldives’ GDP comes from tourists visiting its plush island resorts; in Europe, Malta’s economy gets a 14.2 per cent bump from visitor dollar. That means where we travel can have a huge impact on the local people, and yes – a bad government, whether that’s by visiting or boycotting the country altogether.

Case in point: I travelled to Myanmar last year, spending 10 days skimming the country, from Yangon to Inle Lake to the temple fields of Bagan. Myanmar is a spectacular country, with surprisingly good food, and the Burmese were incredibly welcoming – although the timing of the trip raised a dilemma.

The trip was booked when the Rohingya crisis was unfortunately little more than a fleeting mention in The Economist. When the atrocities crashed onto international headlines, I did briefly wonder whether to cancel my trip and boycott Myanmar, as many people did.

I was warned by my travel agent not to discuss politics with any tour guides. I did anyway, and was surprised that my otherwise urbane guide in Yangon was only dimly aware of what was happening in Rakhine State (incidentally far, far away from any “typical” tourist itinerary). To him, the Rohingya were “terrorists” and responsible for the massacre of Burmese Hindus. It was ugly how little he understood about what was happening, or even the international outcry. But when news of the Rohingya plight was buried as a small news item near the back of the English language newspaper The Myanmar Times, really, would he have known any better?

In any case, my carefully curated pictures of Bagan temples and colonial architecture in Yangon went down like a ton of bricks on Instagram, where some had commented: “What about the genocide?” as if I was somehow unaware of what was happening within the country I was travelling to.

My first response is that visiting a country as a tourist does not mean you endorse the government and its actions. Yes, it itches that money you pay for a visa – particularly in developing countries where a visa on arrival often seems entirely unnecessary – and the airport tax often goes straight into government coffers, but even so: visiting is not the same as tacit agreement. When I travelled through Myanmar, I booked with a local travel agent, stayed in local hotels and employed local guides, ensuring that (to the best of my knowledge) money was being directed to those on the ground.

By actively staying away from these countries, we are hurting not the regime but the portion of society most in need of our tourist dollars. We hurt the shopkeepers, waiters and hotel staff, who are not to blame for the actions of their government. Judgement of Aung San Suu Kyi from tourists is small fry when the international community has swung into action and stripped her of various awards.

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And by not visiting these nations, we’re depriving ourselves of the opportunity to understand the regime and the cauldron it exists in, as well as exposing that nation to the thoughts of the wider community. By visiting, tourists can keep the spotlight on a repressive regime and can remind the rest of the world that an entire people isn’t responsible for its government. Oppressive regimes can only thrive when nobody is around to argue against it.

This logic doesn’t apply to all countries. I probably wouldn’t step foot in North Korea: because travelling on a state-sanctioned tour means there is no opportunity to get a feel for how people actually live there. (Leading DPRK travel agency Koryo Tours is keen to highlight that the amount of money the North Korean government receives through tourism is “very minimal and certainly not enough to fund a nuclear programme.”) On a lighter note, the airline Air Koryo is meant to be absolutely dreadful.

So, go. Why shouldn’t you? But when you do, be responsible. Read the paper. Spend money locally. Talk to the locals. Ask them what they think of their government (if you think it’s sensible to do so). Only then can we start to change things.

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