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Accommodation is one of the biggest fixed costs travelers have and reducing that cost can lead to big savings! I’m sure many backpackers would sleep in a barn if it was the cheapest accommodation they could find!
No matter what your accommodation tastes may be, one thing everyone has in common is that no one wants to pay a fortune for it. In fact, one of the best ways to take a cheap holiday is to cut down on accommodation costs. Since you have to stay somewhere every night, reducing this expense can save you a lot of money off the total cost of your trip. Next to finding a cheap flight, finding free or inexpensive lodging will have the biggest impact on your budget.
Luckily, there are a number of ways travelers can find a decent place to stay without forking over their entire vacation fund:
Hospitality Exchanges
When I am looking for a Couchsurfing host, I use the following criteria:
There has to be a picture with the profile. This just shows me that it’s a real person.
The profile has to be filled out – It shows they are interested and involved. Most people aren’t going to spend the time to fill this out if they aren’t going to be comfortable with strangers in their home. If someone hasn’t bothered to fill out the profile, they probably don’t use the site and I simply move on.
They should have reviews – If other people have stayed with or have at least traveled with the host and had a good experience, you and your stuff will probably be fine. You might not get along with the host but at least you know they aren’t a creep. The more positive reviews, the better.
Verification helps – Couchsurfing offers different levels of verification. People can be verified by other travelers, with a mailing address, or with a credit card. Knowing that a person has been verified reduces the likelihood that they are going to be a crazy psycho killer. However, if someone isn’t verified but has a lot of reviews, that’s O.K. with me.
Hostels
Hostels are another option for budget travelers. In hostels, rooms are dormitory-style with all the facilities shared. Many people think of hostels as a “young thing” and are not interested in sleeping in a dormitory. Yet people do not often realize that many hostels offer small rooms, singles, and doubles designed for solo travelers or couples. I have met people in hostels in their 50s and 60s. The myth they are dirty, gross places to stay designed for young people is wrong. Many hostels offer more amenities than hotels, the new ones are really clean, and as young people expect more comfort, hostels are cleaning up their ways. These aren’t the hostels you see in movies.
Home Exchange
Another good way to get cheap accommodation is a home exchange program. This probably works best for older travelers who already own.
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home. These programs have been around for a long time but are growing in popularity due to good marketing and word-of-mouth on the Internet. Home exchanges are just like they sound — for a set amount of time, you swap homes with a family from another country. It’s a great way to live cheaply abroad.
Most people don’t do this because they worry about security — but remember that the other family is trusting you with their home, too. Si
tes that facilitate home exchanges usually have various levels of verification and security similar to Couchsurfing. Families talk to each other over phone and e-mail, and there’s no commitment if you find that it’s not right for you. Most people who do this are like-minded, so the chances of something going wrong are slim. Moreover, the family sends a few people to check up on you when you arrive. You can get all the comforts of home (hotwater, laundry, etc.) while in another city, without paying for it.
For more information on home exchange, check out Home Exchange. This website was featured in the movie “The Holiday,” which did a lot to alleviate people’s fears over home exchange and bring this travel option into the mainstream. Some of the other home exchange websites are: Seniors Home Exchange, IHEN, and Home for Exchange.
Short Term Rentals
Similar to home exchanges, rentals allow people to stay in furnished apartments while traveling. These apartments can sometimes be cheaper than hotels and provide many more amenities. They are great if you plan to spend a week or more in one place. You’ll get all the comforts of home without spending a fortune.
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Today Bandhavgarh, in Madhya Pradesh, India, has the highest density of tigers in the world making it just the best tourism destination. Bandhavgarh National Park is one place where you certain of seeing a tiger in its natural habitat. It is in this valley where white tiger was found.
Certainly the best jungle resort in India is GTV Resort, which is the best with a lot of facilities. Spread in the land of the Royal Baghela Destiny, TALA KOTHAR, TALUKA-BANDHAVGARH, RULED BY THE LATE RULERS OF THE REWA STATE , the resort offers excellent lawns surroundings with beautiful gardens and bamboo's.
The accommodation have a attached toilet of international sanitation standard with 24 hours hot & cold water ( Wood fired geysers), beds having curl on (Sponge) cushion in length as long as per international standards. Gracious hospitality and efficient services goes at GTV Resort. The interiors are done with a royal comfort.
Color TV and video library fully loaded with wildlife and other movie.
Facilities for Jungle safari ( On hire basis subject to availability).
Travel arrangements for the visiting tourists ( On hire basis subject to availability).
Jungle & village excursions on foot.
Gypsy Safari.
Apart from these, the resort offers the very special Restaurant MOTI MAHAL
( The palace Of Pearl ) with a variety of every taste, Specially INDIAN FOOD.
The day starts early for the jungle. A wake up call at 5 O'clock followed by bed tea ( Complimentary) and some time to get ready to go for the morning park visit.
Our guest are taken for the park safari in customized open jungle safari great view of the surroundings. You are accompanied by a Jungle Guide and expert driver. You even get
elephant rides for "tiger-shows" in the morning.
A delicious Breakfast is waiting for you at lawn after the morning park visit.
After Breakfast its leisure time. You can take a Hot or Cold bath (Shower). The Resorts will be delighted to prepare your lunch.
Its lunch time at MOTI MAHAL ( The palace Of Pearl) Restaurant.
Evening safari awaits you. Fun park and experience the thrill of tracking down a Tiger in the wild.
At the time of Evening Tea, We have Wild Life Video Show in MOTI MAHAL ( The palace Of Pearl) Restaurant to you. A bon-fire is a lovely place to be after dark Folk Dances ( On order) with barbecued platters and beverages served on your demand.
Dinner is served at MOTI MAHAL ( The palace Of Pearl) Restaurant.
Its a busy, relaxed day at GTVResort.
Come and enjoy the experience at -
Golbro Tiger View Resort (GTV Resort)
Near Petrol Pump, Tala, BANDHAVGARH
Distt. UMARIA (M.P.) INDIA Pin Code - 484 661
Phone: +91 7627 265314
Fax +91 7662 251251
Cell: +91 9424722414
+91 9424973602
E-mail: info@gtvresort.com
Web Site- www.gtvresort.com
Image Disclaimer - Please note that all of the images shown are for illustrative purposes only. The rooms pictured are not necessarily typical of the accommodation available at Wolfson Hall, which can vary in terms of size, configuration, and finish.
Semaphore Wesleyan Church 1867 now the Semaphore Uniting Church
Methodism in the Semaphore dates from about 1865, when preaching services and a Sunday school were held in a small building situated near where Hall Street and Woolnough Road now intersect. The little building was also used as a schoolroom, and was attached to the North Adelaide circuit.
The father of the present church, erected in 1867, was the late Rev C T Newman who was indefatigable in his work and visitation among the scattered population on the Peninsula side of the water.
Mr W Deverall was the honorary architect of the church, which cost approximately £650.
In 1877 increased accommodation had to be provided and the transepts to the church were built, and also a commodious stone schoolroom running east and west at the back of the church, the total cost being £1,500. [Unfortunately a sad mistake was made in continuing the low plastered ceiling in the old church over the new transept and schoolroom, instead of leaving a roof lined with pine. This had to be paid for in later years when the organ was installed.]
In 1884 the interior of the church was reconstructed. £450 was spent in buying new land and a cottage, and the handsome pedal organ and engine were erected at a cost of £650. Later the shop on the corner was bought for £600.
During Mr W L Rofe’s tenure of office as Sunday School Superintendent six new classrooms and offices were erected, at a cost of £900. Towards which the Sunday School raised £600.
The parsonage for many years was in Semaphore Road, but two years ago another property was secured in Woolnough Road. Last year an electric blower for the organ was installed, and a fine up-to-date gymnasium hall was erected and equipped.
The total cost of the valuable pile of buildings and land (including parsonage) is approximately £8,000.
In the church is a fine Roll of Honour, containing the names of over 100 who enlisted during the Great War, nineteen of whom made the supreme sacrifice. [Ref: Pictorial Historical Souvenir Back to Semaphore January 1930 by Captain R W Osborne]
The owner of the original building (about 20 x 14) used by the church was Mrs Harvey. At this time LeFevre Peninsula was a dreary waste of spinifex, reeds, and drifting sand.
From March till July 1867, trustee meetings were held in the old Port Adelaide Methodist schoolroom, and attendees included the Rev C T Newman, and W Deverall. At these meetings the purchase of land and the erection of a building were decided upon, the honorary architect being Mr Deverall, and £100 cash being in hand. Unfortunately there is a gap in the minute book between 1867 and 1873, memoranda having been mutilated and lost without entry.
An old resident records as follows: The "revival" under the ministry of the Rev Jas Reid is brought vividly to mind. The district was wild with excitement. Such scenes took place as would hardly be credited were they here described. The little church was open every night, sometimes till midnight, as the people would not leave. The feeling ran so high that the building was commonly known as "The Little Glory”. [Ref: Australian Christian Commonwealth (SA) Semaphore Methodist Church Jubilee 1867–17 by EGS. 14-9-1917]
Built in 1867 of Melbourne bluestone sent as ballast in the wheat ships, it was first church on LeFevre Peninsula. Repeated extensions have produced a massive complex.
In 1903 a handsome organ was installed necessitating the raising of the transept ceiling. Sensitive extensions contribute to the architecture of the original building.
*Semaphore Uniting Church was built in 1867 as a Methodist Church. The beautiful bluestone came from the ballast that came from wheat ships during the 1800s.
Our pipe organ, built in 1870 in England, fell into disrepair for many years, but a generous donation allowed it to be restored to its former glory. The organ is now regularly used in our Sunday worship services.
Semaphore Methodist Church purchased the organ for 275 pounds, and an additional 254 pounds was charged for cartage and installation. It was unveiled on September 15, 1903.
The organ was built by P C Conacher and Co, Huddersfield, England. It has three keyboards, each with 56 notes, and the pedal board contains 30 notes. There are 17 speaking stops, five couplers and a total of 986 pipes. The largest pipes are approximately 8 feet long and the smallest pipes are half an inch. An electric blower was installed in 1929.
During the power restricts of the war years, the young men of the church were called upon to power the organ, but they were unable to sustain sufficient power to allow the pedal organ to be used. Ref: The Uniting Church in Australia, Semaphore. [Ref: Church website]
On Tuesday evening the unveiling of the new organ in the Methodist Church, Semaphore, was performed in the church by Mrs John Dunn, of Mount Barker.
The desire to sustain the psalmody of the church, combined with a decision to perpetuate the memory of two of the honoured church officers, Messrs. George Shorney and John Burton, resulted in the erection of a beautiful three manual memorial organ. The compass of the organ is well suited to the church, whilst, its tonal facilities are good, some of the stops being exceptionally fine for an instrument of the size. The case, which is of solid English walnut, is probably one of the most chaste and beautiful in the State. Mr T H Jones, Mus. Bac. expressed himself as highly pleased with the action of the instrument, and was loud in his praise of the manner in which Mr Dodd (the builder) carried out the work of erecting it. He then gave an organ recital in his usual finished style, and he succeeded in showing to the greatest advantage the possibilities of the instrument. [Ref: Express and Telegraph (Adelaide)Wednesday 16-9-1903]
The thirty-seventh anniversary services were conducted on Sunday by Rp Sir Frederick Holder and the Rev E T Cox. On Monday evening a pleasant social gathering was held in the lecture hall. The pastor’s report showed that spiritual progress had been marked. The treasurer reported an income of £132, added to £25 brought forward. They now had £4 11, in hand after providing for an expenditure of £153, including £20 off the trust debt. During the past two years £450 had been raised for a pipe organ fund, so that the financial position was extremely satisfactory. [Ref: Register (Adelaide) Tuesday 27-9-1904]
The trustees of the Semaphore Methodist church have decided to proceed with the renovation of the inside and outside of the edifice. A new face will be put upon the old structure. [Ref: Port Adelaide News (SA) 29-8-1913]
The Semaphore Methodist Church Diamond Anniversary celebrations concluded this week. Special services were held on Sunday, September 25, and last Sunday, a concert in the Semaphore Town Hall on Monday evening, and the final gathering of former and present members and adherents was held at the church on Wednesday evening.
This meeting took the form of a reunion tea at 6 pm, an organ recital and community singing at 7 pm, and the public meeting at 7.45 pm over which the Mayor of Port Adelaide (Mr A O R Tapp) presided, the Rev J G Jenkin being the principal speaker.
Wednesday's meetings were fitly described as a "Great Back to Semaphore Gathering." There was a record attendance of members from the district, and of former residents. Many apologies for non attendance were received from people in far-away parts, even including Western Australia. Five members were present who attended the opening ceremony sixty years ago.
The Rev T E Geddes White (pastor) introduced the Mayor.
The Mayor said he was delighted to know that the Semaphore Methodist Church had made such undoubted advancement. They had profound respect for the worthy pioneers of that church, and the pioneers of Methodism.
The report of the treasurer (Mr R A Cotton) was highly satisfactory in regard to the response to the appeal for the cost of renovations, now completed. It showed that members and adherents from near and far had forwarded no less than £332, which was cause for extreme gratitude. [Ref: Port Adelaide News (SA) 7-10-1927]
Good news to all you spa buffs and lovers out there!
Nurture Spa Village in Tagaytay is offering something new for you. With the ‘Cold Indulging Weekdays’ and ‘Cold Indulging Weekends’ promo, they are offering a new round of packages for both the weekdays and the weekends. Need a break from the daily hassle of work life? Want to get away with a special someone, or simply bond with your best friend? Whatever it is, these great value packages will be sure to fulfill your needs.
Curious yet? Well, let’s have a rundown, shall we:
First off, we have the Cold Indulging Weekday Packages. These are perfect for those weekdays off when you just want to bond with the bf or the bff. ;) Yup, these treats are for two!
The INDULGE package, at Php5600nett, gets you both a stay in the beautiful Garden View Rooms, a Magsing Irog therapeutic massage (which is a signature treat—definitely not to be missed!) and a sumptuous breakfast, good for the two of you. Sounds good, huh?
The PLEASURE package, on the other hand, lets you stay in our authentic Ifugao huts, and an Aruga therapeutic massage (another signature treat!), with a bountiful breakfast to greet you in the morning. It’s on for Php5040nett; definitely not a bad deal, I’d say!
Lastly, but definitely not the least in the bunch, we’ve got the DELIGHT package up for grabs. Again, you have a chance to stay in our lovely Ifugao huts, a Hilot Kagalingan therapeutic treatment (especially for those with an ailment, this one is for you!), an a rewarding, delicious breakfast for two. How much? Php4640nett. Definitely a taker! ;)
The complimentary snacks that come with them are delicious, by the way. ;)
What a bunch to take in, I’m sure. ;) With all those lovely treats, how can you decide? But wait—what about the weekends, you may be asking. Don’t worry, here they are, in all their relaxing glory:
First off, we have something for the romantics. Trying to woo the girl (or boy!) of your dreams? An anniversary or monthsary, perhaps? Whether in celebration or in preparation, the ROMANTIKO package is sure to win that girl over. ;) At 9800nett it sounds a bit pricey, but definitely well-worth it. What does it include, you ask? Well for starters, you get a fully air-conditioned room with a set breakfast, a snack and a full romantic dinner. The dinner is set up with flowers, two glasses of wine and candles, plus a Magsing-Irog massage. Just the treat for you and your special someone! Isn’t it lovely? ;)
Up next you’ve got the ULAYAW PLUS package at Php8100nett. Included in this delightful package is overnight accommodation in an air-conditioned room with a full set menu of breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus a soothing Magsing-Irog massage. Good for two persons, so bring your loved ones along!
And last, but not least!, we’ve got the MAGKASINTAHAN package. This is for you guys who want to spend some time alone but don’t have all day to do it. At Php7770nett, you get treated to a Mutya Natural facial, with a full set meal and snacks. You also get to use a fully air-conditioned room for half the day (4 hours). Definitely a treat for lovers who want a day out together. ; )
That’s a full set of treats for you spa lovers to choose, and what’s wonderful is that you can share it with that special someone or that best friend to make it even better. So get started—these lovely packages are waiting just for you! ;)
Planning permission has been granted today for student residences with over 2,000 bedrooms to be constructed on the University of Salford's campus - breathing new life into the area around Peel Park and creating a busy and exciting environment for all.
Between 2010 and 2012 a large student accommodation block, incorporating a branch of the Citygate Church, called Dorchester House was built on Holdenhurst Rd, opposite the railway station, Asda and the travel interchange.
The site was where Bournemouth's first railway station opened in 1870.
At that time Bournemouth's boundary was set as being within a one mile radius of Pier Approach, and as the arrival of the railway to the town wasn't exactly greeted with open arms in many influential circles, the station was situated just outside the town boundary.
The modest station was built at the end of an extended branch line but was soon deemed inadequate for an up and coming town and so the present station was built in 1885 which now falls well within the town's present boundary.
The site of the original station became the Southern Railway Goods Yard which had a fairly large brick building fronting onto Holdenhurst Rd with a long goods shed attached to the rear.
In more recent times there was a B&Q diy warehouse on the site before Dorchester House was built.
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PADDOCK was built at the start of the 2nd World War on the site of the Post Office Research and Development Station in Dollis Hill. Its purpose was to act as an alternative underground control and command centre for Central Government should a devastating air attack on Whitehall force Government to evacuate central London. PADDOCK would provide protected accommodation for the War Cabinet and the Chief of Staff of the air, naval and land forces, acting as a stand-by to the Cabinet War Room that was, from 1938, located in the adapted basement of the Office of Works building in Storey's Gate, opposite St. James's Park.
As early as 1937 plans were drawn up to move Central Government out of London to the North West suburbs and if that became unusable a further withdrawal should be made to protected accommodation in the western counties.
After the Munich crisis, the suburban scheme received further consideration in the autumn of 1938 and despite some misgivings from the Committee of Imperial Defence who favoured a relocation to the western counties, construction of four underground citadels was authorised, one for each of the armed services and an Emergency War Headquarters at Dollis Hill on the site of the Post Office Research Station. The Admiralty Citadel (Oxgate) would be located at Oxgate Lane, Cricklewood beneath the Admiralty Chart Store with the Air Ministry Citadel (Station Z) at Harrow, beneath the Stationery Office annexe and the Army Citadel at Kneller Hall in Twickenham, the home of the Royal Military School of Music; the latter was never built.
The Post Office Research Station at Dollis Hill was first established in 1921 with the main building being opened by the Prime Minister J. Ramsay MacDonald in 1933. Dollis Hill was at the forefront of telecommunications research and as such was considered a major enemy target.At the outbreak of war in 1939, the site was camouflaged, this included netting over important buildings. Colossus, the world's first electronic computer, was built at Dollis Hill by a team led by Tommy Flowers; it was later used at Bletchley Park for code breaking.
On 14th October 1938 the final plans were drawn up for the construction of the bombproof war headquarters deep underground at the Dollis Hill research station. The same team was employed on the plans as had been responsible for the adaptation of the Storeys Gate War Room. CWR2 as it became known would duplicate the facilities of CWR1 (Storeys Gate), the two major rooms being the map room with a usable wall surface of 1000 square feet and a cabinet room with seating for 30 people. All these would be located in a sub-basement 40 feet below ground.
The sub-basement would be protected by a roof of concrete five feet thick (probably in two layers with an intervening layer of gravel as a shock-absorber) while over it would be a first basement considerably larger in area, protected by another reinforced concrete roof
three and a half feet thick with similar protection on the sides. The entrance to this citadel would be concealed within a new three-storey building already planned by the Post Office to meet its own peace-time needs; only one storey was eventually built. The cost of the war HQ was put at nearly £250,000.
As built, the citadel was oblong in shape, running parallel with Brook Road under the north-east corner of the research station grounds. The two basements were longer and wider than the surface building with the first basement extending under the pavement of Brook Road.
Excavation started at the beginning of 1939 without attracting much attention although it involved earth-shifting on a massive scale. Construction work and fitting out were finished by June 1940 in line with the original 1938 plan and CWR2 was ready for use by the War Cabinet.
There was no dormitory accommodation at the research station; instead it was proposed to use 60 up-market flats for the purpose. Neville's Court is located 200 yards to the south east in Dollis Hill Lane, the war cabinet and senior staff and secretaries would have had rooms there while other personnel from the war headquarters would be billeted in local schools.
It was immediately manned by a skeleton staff to ensure that it was in a state of readiness. Should Whitehall be subjected to a devastating air attack Dollis Hill would be available at short notice. Although most Whitehall personnel were convinced that Dollis Hill would be required, Churchill found the thought of leaving central London unthinkable although he realised it might be necessary. Following the start of the London Blitz on 7th September 1940 he immediately visited Dollis Hill to see the new war headquarters for himself. He also approved the plan to knock together two adjoining flats in Neville's Court to form a double-flat for himself and his secretaries. One week later the Office of Works requisitioned the whole of Neville's Court for the Government.
All Information from - www.subbrit.org.uk/
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PATONG BEACH LODGE
BUDGET ACCOMMODATION IN PATONG BEACH, PHUKET - THAILAND
Patong Beach Lodge is ideally located in the heart of exquisite Patong Beach, on Phuket's picturesque West Coast, with the shopping and entertainment district is just a stroll away. It has become a main hub for island tourism. Patong Beach is an exciting and resilient place which reflects the character of the Thai people. There are many activities to enjoy and the energetic atmosphere makes this the perfect place to spend the holidays with friends and family.
The centerpiece swimming pool provides an alternative to the turquoise Sea of Patong Beach, just a short walk away. Chilling out with an exotic drink at the bar or sunbathing by the pool - wherever our guests are, our caring staff takes pride in looking after all guests' needs throughout the hotel.
The Hotel has a total of 64 Superior Rooms with either King Size or Twin Beds, located over 5 floors that are easily accessible by elevators. All rooms are tastefully furnished with all the modern necessities to ensure a comfortable stay and have their private balcony.
Room facilities include en suite bathroom and shower, hot and cold water, satellite TV with local and international channels and mini bar. All rooms have individually controlled air-conditioning, complimentary Tea and Coffee making facilities and local / International Direct Dialing telephone.
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10 March 2022, Záhony, Hungary: People rest in the gym of a high-school that's been repurposed to serve as a temporary cenre for accommodation for incoming refugees from Ukraine. To avoid overcrowding as new refeugees arrive daily in Záhony, the centre allows people to stay only 1-2 days here. Consequently, the sleeping halls are near-empty around midday as people have moved on, but fill up again completely in the evenings. A town of some 3,500 residents, Záhony has become a key border crossing for Ukrainians going to Hungary, particularly by train. Záhony residents support incoming refugees in a variety of ways, and a local high school has been repurposed to serve as a temporary centre for accommodation with a capacity for 250 refugees, as they pass through the town on their way onward into Hungary or other neighbouring countries. Following the beginning of the Russian invasion of Ukraine on 24 February, more than 200,000 people have crossed the border from Ukraine into Hungary, to seek refuge from war and an increasingly desperate humanitarian situation.
LWF member churches and partners can use this photo in their communication about the war in Ukraine. It cannot be uploaded to a media bank. The following credit must be given upon publication: Photo: LWF/Albin Hillert
Olympus OM-10 with Zuiko f1.8/50mm and manual adapter, Kodak Tmax 400 @ 800 in HC-110 dil B for 5.5min.
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Whistler (Sḵwiḵw in the Squamish language) is a resort municipality in the southern Pacific Ranges of the Coast Mountains in the province of British Columbia, Canada, approximately 125 km (78 mi) north of Vancouver, considered to be a top destination for skiers.
Whistler Village, BC, Canada
My latest mobile shots of the student accommodation at Aston University. Taken as I headed to work in the morning.
The scaffolding continues to be taken down.
This is a route I usually take through the Uni grounds to get to work. The diversions won't stop me going this way.
I've noticed that they built a sports tennis court area here. Usually things like this get pulled down and new buildings built. But instead here is a new one.