How to Get a One-Day VIP Pass to the Tour de France 2012
For the first time ever, Discover France is offering one-day VIP behind-the-scenes access to festivities surrounding the famous bike race Tour de France from June 30 through July 22, 2012.
For 225 euros (approximately $299) a guest can access the VIP area in one of the many villages along the route, or for 270 euros (approximately $359) can board a bus on the finish line and join the festivities with a champagne toast.
Discover France Adventures is an Official Tour Operator to the Tour de France 2012. As one of only a handful of sanctioned operators, its guests will enjoy expert guide services, access to closed areas, vehicle signage and privileged parking access. The company offers a variety of multi-day cycling and non-cycling tours to choose from.
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What is the Difference between the United Kingdom, Great Britain, and England?
Do you ever get confused and wonder what the difference between the United Kingdom, Great Britain, and England is? And where does Ireland and Northern Ireland fit into all this? And what are the British Isles?
Well, I have come across an incredibly-helpful and amusing video on YouTube that answers those questions.
While I am happy to share it with you, I will caution you that he talks really fast. So I’m going to give you the bottom line first, kind of a “cheat sheet” so your head won’t spin when you watch the video.
What is the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom is made up of several countries: England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Each is a sovereign nation. The U.K. is actually called the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
Citizens of each U.K. country carries a British passport. There are all British citizens. Yet, don’t call them all British. In England the preferred name is English. In Scotland the preferred name is Scottish. In Wales the preferred name is Welsh. And in Northern Ireland you will find the Northern Irish.
While the U.K. is a member of the European Union, the currency used in these countries is the British £ sterling. Some larger stores will accept Euros but some have service fees. You can use your Mastercard (Access) and Visa in most places.
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London Insider Tips on Things to Do and How to Save Money in London
by Alyce M. Jacoby
Guest Blogger
The first London insider tip is how to avoid jet lag when traveling to London. Look into leaving the States on a morning flight. I know American Airlines has morning flights out of both New York and Chicago; United out of Dulles. The beauty of that is that you travel during the day and arrive in the evening; go to bed; and wake the next morning refreshed with no jet lag!
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