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Travel > Asia Travel destinations in Thailand

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You could be forgiven for thinking that the title Land of Smiles' was dreamt up by a marketing type at the Tourism Authority of Thailand, but you would be wrong. Siam, the former name of this ancient kingdom, is also the Thai word for smile', and the people of this beautiful country seem to do their best to live up to its nam... More..

Travel > Accommodation Tips & Advice What to do when a hotel overbooks

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I have travelled extensively in Canada, Europe, the Middle East and Asia, and have never had the experience of arriving at a hotel which was overbooked. However, I have been working in hotels for the past 5 years. Most hotels overbook as a matter of policy, and as a Front Office Supervisor, I would be the one informing the un... More..

Travel > Ireland A local's guide to Dublin, Ireland

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So you think you know what to expect when coming to Dublin? Pints of Guinness, our national drink? Almost goes without saying. Traditional Irish music in a quaint pub? No problem, we have lots of them. Maybe something cultural - a night at our national theatre, The Abbey? Well, it IS the home of Yeats, Synge, O'Casey and the ... More..

Health & Fitness > Alcoholism Is Alcoholics Anonymous effective?

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Is Alcoholics Anonymous effective in helping millions of men and women all over the world to stay sober? The answer must obviously be yes. And it has been for more than 60 years. Does it work for everyone with an alcohol problem? No, it doesn't, but then no alcohol recovery programme is 100% effective. AA is the original self... More..

Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting (Other) Is it the responsibility of children to care for their elderly parents?

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I am in my early fifties and live with my mother who is now 87. Thankfully, she is still fit and active - still going dancing twice a week and planning her next trip away. However, as the months and years pass, there are more and more things which she cannot do for herself. As of now, these are simple things like opening jars... More..

Travel > Ireland Easy day trips from Dublin,Ireland

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While Dublin is a city with countless attractions, for the visitor to Ireland the countryside is often the main reason for coming. Luckily, because Dublin is the capital, it is a transport hub, and there are easy rail or bus links to many nearby towns which make for a great day out - without spending all one's time travelli... More..

Travel > Bus & Train Travel Scenic train routes in Ireland

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Ireland is renowned for its green and pleasant countryside, and what better way to see more of it than by train? A lot of money has been invested by the state-owned Irish Rail in recent years to upgrade both rolling stock and infrastructure, so train travel in Ireland is more convenient and comfortable than ever. While the co... More..

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