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Travel News - Drunk Pilots, Smiling Parisians, Amtrak Discounts, Iceland fo
2008-10-26 23:39:00 Good thing that Heathrow’s airport security was paying attention. ‘Drunk’ United Airlines pilot arrested at London airport LONDON ? A United Airlines pilot was arrested at London’s Heathrow Airport on suspicion of being over the legal alcohol limit, police confirmed on Monday. The airline said the pilot, 44, was removed from service, adding that it would co-operate ...
Hurricane Neoliberal Wrecks Iceland
2008-10-12 08:21:00 Updated October 12:Iceland is about to go bankrupt. Moral to the story: the more a nation swallowed the neoliberal poison, the more fucked the are. The more sensible and socialist they were, the safer they are.As I said before, if anything comes out of this world economic collapse we are presently experiencing, it is that neoliberalism should be buried for once and forever with a stake through its heart. That's not going to happen, but it should.Since 1980, the entire world has been aswoon with something called neoliberalism. Started by Milton Friedman at the University of Chicago, it quickly become championed by both US political parties, almost the entire US corporate media - newspapers, magazines, TV and radio - and almost every single economics department at every US university. An entire generation of economists was graduated with a sole idea in his head.Neoliberalism was tried for decades in Latin America. Or, actually, it was forced down their throats at gunpoint. It failed ...
By: Robert Lindsay
Thiago Trinsi: guitar clinic in iceland
2008-06-26 16:57:00 News: 26-06-2008: Thiago Trinsi has arranged a guitar clinic in Iceland. Thiago says: Hi folks , I will be teaching in Olafsfjordur 28th of June at 14:00 take your spot calling to 00354 8634369 or make your reservation by e-mail gisli@fjallabyggd.is . All the best Thiago Trinsi Learn techniques like this: This lesson is about two hands technique, The chords are A.../F9/G9/A... Thiago... This is a content summary only. Visit Truth In Shredding to find out more!
Thiago Trinsi: iceland blues gig
2008-06-06 21:17:00 News: 06-06-2008: He did not make through to the guitar idol finals but his video is sure to have turned some heads. So fans who live in Iceland can see Thiago Trinsis will be taking part in the Blues Festival with Friends in the North Part of Iceland Ólafsfjörđur - IS, 27th of June, it will be very special!! Any one going please take your video! Thiago Trinsi is working on his first... This is a content summary only. Visit Truth In Shredding to find out more!
[Stupid] First polar bear seen in Iceland for 20 years. Don?t worry, they s
2008-06-05 04:51:00 Smh.com.au
Shaky Ground
2008-05-30 00:19:00 I’m thankful to live in an area of the world where natural disasters are few and far between. And while I think I can handle tornadoes, hurricanes, flooding, and maybe even wildfires, I take for granted day in and day out that ground I walk on will stay right the hell where I expect it ...
By: Doing Time
Iceland vs Wales highlights - Friendly
2008-05-29 11:50:00 Iceland vs Wales highlights - Friendly You need to a flashplayer enabled browser to view this YouTube video
Iceland Now Cheaper Than Ever!
2008-05-29 00:00:00 Yes, the Euro is so expensive at the moment that many travelers opt to stay in their home country. But don't forget about that one place that is now cheaper...
Iceland Ponders EU Membership as the Credit Crunch Sinks its Currency
2008-05-22 16:01:00 Editor?s Note: Despite rising fast financially in the past few years, Iceland is feeling the chilly effects of the global credit crunch - so much so the fiercely independent island nation is considering European Union membership to save its tanking currency. A special report, jointly developed by U.K. affiliate MoneyWeek Magazine and our experts here at Money Morning, explores the pros and cons of Iceland?s potential EU membership. If you think the credit crunch is hitting the United States and United Kingdom hard, spare a thought for Iceland. Banks all over the world have spent much of the past few years devouring…SHARETHIS.addEn-try({ title: "Iceland Ponders EU Membership as the Credit Crunch Sinks its Currency", url: "http://jutiagroup.com/2008/05/-22/iceland-ponders-eu-membershi-p-as-the-credit-crunch-sinks-it-s-currency/" });
By: Jutia Group
Iceland Reykjavik Nightlife Blue Lagoon Viking Museum Hotel Adventure Vacat
2008-05-18 03:11:00 journeyPod is your guide to luxury travel around the world. Discover Reykjavik, Iceland nightlife & restaurant information. We visit the Blue Lagoon outdoor geo thermal pool and hot spring spa. Checkout great views from the top of the Viking Saga Museum and learn about the history of the Vikings. We cover Iceland restaurants, bars, and find the perfect downtown hotel. Enjoy Icelandic seafood and friendly people. Explore unspoiled lands and a natural outdoor setting. We make our home base in the heart of downtown Reykjavik at the Radisson SAS 1919 Hotel which has hosted Norah Jones, Foo Fighters, and Duran Duran over the years. The staff was super friendly and helped us arrange tours and dinners. Take in the eclectic sounds of 2012AM which counts Iceland's own, Bjork, as their major musical influence.
Iceland Glacier Tour Waterfall Jeep Tours Mountain Hiking Reykjavik
2008-05-17 22:03:00 journeyPod is your guide to luxury travel around the world. We splash thru snow, ice, and mud climbing a glacier in a super jeep in Iceland. Explore a geyser, waterfall, crater, mountains, and more. Iceland is the Land of Ice and Fire with its amazing geo thermal energy and hot springs making it a very green eco-friendly destination loved by Jodi Foster, Gwenyth Paltrow, and other stars. Listen in to learn more about Iceland's breathtaking landscapes. We had a blast discovering all of the natural beauty across the country. Enjoy the soothing sounds of a rare podsafe track we found from an Icelandic artist who worked with Bjork called Pondus.
Iceland agrees â,¬1.5bn swap scheme
2008-05-16 18:49:00 Iceland's central bank has signed â,¬1.5bn of swap agreements with the central banks of its Scandinavian neighbours, Sweden, Norway and Denmark as it steps up efforts to fight economic uncertainty, record inflation and a collapse in the krona.
By: Get rich
Backpacker Magazine?s April Issue Is now Online!
2008-05-15 23:33:00 Ted Alvarez, over at the Daily Dirt blog, has brought it to my attention that Backpacker Magazine’s April 2008 issue is now online (for free). Did I mention it is FREE? I think I might have… The latest edition features Backpacker’s Editors’ Choice Awards. A great guide to some of the hottest and ...
By: The Adventurist
Why Reporters Without Borders Won?t Shut Up
2008-05-15 19:52:00 A few weeks ago, Amnesty International and the social networking site Blog Catalog announced an initiative designed to promote human rights issues across the blogosphere. Today, May 15, is the day it all kicks off and hopefully thousands will be blogging about what the topic means to them.
By: Roastfrog.net
11 maltreated Pinoy fishermen in N Ireland return home
2008-05-04 08:14:00 MANILA, Philippines - Eleven fishermen who were reportedly maltreated in Northern Ireland arrived in the country Sunday. The fishermen arrived at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) on board Cathay Pacific Airlines flight CX 907 via Hong Kong. The fishermen were identified as Rando Oto, Basilio Castro, Joselito Alcain, Paul Aranda, Mario Yumol, Jonathan Lachica, Filomar Orquillano, ...
Kerry Katona Signs Six Figure Iceland Deal!
2008-04-30 14:27:00 This story just baffles me! The Sun have reported that Iceland have signed Kerry Katona once again as the face of their brand. Neither is she doing it for free, just to keep her face on the telly. No the supermarket chain are paying her a six figure sum for the pleasure! Now either Iceland bosses ...
By: Unreality TV
What To See On Your Holidays To Iceland
2008-04-27 07:00:00 The name Iceland brings to our mind, snow capped mountains and chill weather through the year. A place that would be a haven for all holiday goes, with its mountain resorts and fun activities, Iceland is also where most glaciers can be found. The most commonly visited places in Iceland are the capital city of ...
By: Resources zone
A Doctor's Weight Loss Advice: Listen To Your Great Grandma
2008-04-25 01:04:00 Daphne Miller, M.D. is a family physician and author of The Jungle Effect: A Doctor Discovers the Healthiest Diets from Around the World--Why They Work and How to Bring Them Home. She loves to cook, she loves adventure and she loves her patients. Over the past three years she has traveled around the world to find authentic indigenous recipes and traditions that can help preserve health and prevent the many modern diseases caused by a Western lifestyle. Dr. Miller graduated from Harvard Medical School in 1993 and then did a residency and research fellowship at the University of California San Francisco. In 2006 she completed Andrew Weil’s Integrative Medicine Fellowship at the University of Arizona. She spends part of her time teaching nutrition and integrative medicine and she also has a private family practice in San Francisco where she frequently prescribes whole foods rather than drugs. Her two kids and her husband often accompany her on her nutrition...
By: BasilandSpice
Church in Vik, Iceland
2008-04-22 08:52:00 The church in Vik flattened against the hill behind it. In the foreground you can see the purple of the flowering lupin which is used because of its ability to bind nitrogen from the atmosphere into ammonia, fertilizing the volcanic ashes for other pl...
Haffi Haff (Eurovision 2008 Iceland)
2008-04-18 23:32:00 This Is My Life I spent my days in vain just waiting For happiness to come my way I took for granted all they gave me I opened my eyes Finally I realised This is my life I don’t wanna change a thing This is my life All the pain, all the joy it brings All through the ...
By: my music
Iceland Express - Icebreaker Special Offers
2008-04-18 08:33:00 Low cost flights offers & Last Minute air fares from Iceland Express - Icebreaker Special Offers Don’t miss this deal - Visit the website => http://www.icelandexpress.com/b-ooking/icebreaker/ This special flight promotion is bring to you by airticketcheaper.com on 18/04/2008 at 08:14.
The Basics For Iceland
2008-04-16 00:00:00 The perfect time of year for an Iceland trip is just ahead. If you're going to Iceland for the very first time, go between June and August. But to make...
World's Healthiest Countries (Forbes): Iceland, Sweden and Finland.
2008-04-14 05:47:00 According to Forbes’ website, northern Europe is home to some of the world's healthiest countries, including top-ranking Iceland, Sweden and Finland. Clean air, low rates of illness and access to food are important factors that contribute to make these the world's 15 best places to live.Read more"Historically, these countries had an ethic of having more of a nationalized health care system,""There's this mentality that health care should be a given right for citizens.""Everyone, needs to be aware that how we provide health care to people in a country is a critical issue." said Kate Schecter, a program officer for the American International Health Alliance.“Countries' success in combating pollution is likely due to a mix of policies addressing the problem, enforcement of standards and the use of clean fuel”“But some places, such as those located along coastlines, are simply luckier than others, since crosswinds can dilute air pollution”said Kiran Pandey, a senior envir...
Daily Travel Photo - Reykjavik, Iceland
2008-04-12 20:42:00 This photo from Reykjavik, Iceland was taken on a trip I took in 1999. Please vote for Everything Everywhere Travel Blog at the Bloggers Choice Awards! Vote early and often! ...
Skull Iceland Bed Frame
2008-04-10 20:03:00 This bed frame may look a bit threatening, as most people don’t get this kind of design. But those into — Pirates of Caribbean perhaps, or those who remain punk rockers, should enjoy the bed’s craftsmanship. It appears to be covered in leather. It’s available from a company in Germany called ShopWindow. bed frame, black bed frame, ...
By: Mattresszine
Eurovision 2008: Iceland to win
2008-03-23 14:38:00 So all 43 of this year's Eurovision Song Contest entrants have been selected and it looks to be a poor year for song quality with the exception of a few outstanding gems.My money is on Iceland winning Eurovision 2008 with the upbeat club track 'This is my life' performed by Euroband. The song stands head and shoulders above all the other entrants especially as Sweden failed to select Bodies Without Organs (BWO) to represent them, which would have been Iceland's nearest rival. It is by far the strongest song this year and judging by the video, the performance from Friđrik Ómar and Regina Ósk is slick and polished. It would be the first win for Iceland so fingers-crossed.Another song that stands out is the entry from Ukraine, Ani Lorak singing Shady Lady (Ukraine seems to garner the political vote these days).Also, Israel's Boaz Mauda singing 'The Fire In Your Eyes' will do well.A welcome return to the contest for Dima Bilan who represented Russia in 2006 and came 3rd. In 2008...
Iceland sees more Russian flights in North Atlantic
2008-03-15 19:36:00 Russia has stepped up military activity over the North Atlantic in the past 18 months, Iceland’s prime minister told Reuters, sending long-range bombers through the region no less than 12 times. “We have not seen much increased naval activity. There have been some exercises but there has been more aviation activity,” Prime Minister Geir Haarde said ...
By: 1913 Intel
Iceland Chronicles: The Wrap Up
2008-03-14 22:39:00 So this is the last entry of the impossibly long saga of the Iceland trip. I think I’ve spent more time writing about it than I actually spent in country, yet, I feel like I barely covered all that occurred. It’s hard to stop writing about it. Maybe because it means my time there ...
By: Doing Time
Iceland Chronicles VII: An American Alţingi
2008-03-12 03:40:00 Soviet Dictator, Vladimir Lenin, once referred to Iceland as a revolver pointed at the back of the head of the person not holding the gun. I think the war games of the North Atlantic during the Cold War era prove this point beyond a shadow of a doubt. That, and Britain “invading” quite unceremoniously during ...
By: Doing Time
Blatter welcomes Iceland FA President
2008-03-10 18:09:00 A delegation from the Football Association of Iceland visited FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter at the Home of FIFA in Zurich on 10 March 2008.
By: sports
Iceland Chronicles VI: Snow Mountain Peninsula
2008-03-09 20:10:00 It is a clear and brilliant day outside. Albeit with periods of brisk winds, it’s the Northern Atlantic after all, it looks to be good day for a drive. Sailor Man and I head off in our trusty Focus. We leave Grundarfjordur under the watchful eye of Kirkjufell and can not help but linger at ...
By: Doing Time
The Secret to "Cheap" in Iceland
2008-03-09 00:00:00 Iceland does have a reputation of being quite pricey. Especially first-time travelers often spend more than they have to. The brunt of the travel budget often goes to expensive accommodation....
Iceland Chronicles V: Ignoring the Guidebook
2008-03-07 22:09:00 Sailor Man and I have always opted for unusual locations at odd times of year for our brief respites and in doing so, have become quite the connoisseurs of guidebooks. We’ve tried The Lonely Planet, Frommers, Fodors and others. On this trip we had The Rough Guide Series with us and the best I can ...
By: Doing Time
Iceland Chronicles IV: Fjord by Ford
2008-03-05 17:27:00 If you insist on going to Iceland in the middle of winter and if you insist upon renting a car, it helps to be aware of local weather and road conditions at all times. I came across this absolutely brilliant and indispensable website that provided regularly updated road conditions. Every hotel we stayed at ...
By: Doing Time
Iceland Chronicles III: Egil, Geir, & a Snuffbox
2008-03-04 14:49:00 Since we were only spending one day in Reykjavik, and since jet lag makes a hotel more utilitarian than luxury, we opted to stay at the Reykjavik City Hostel. It?s a little outside of town (about 30 minutes walking), but the bus comes by every 10 minutes, and as previously mentioned, a really wonderful city ...
By: Doing Time
Iceland Chronicles II: Smokey Bay
2008-03-03 14:44:00 When the first settler arrived in Iceland, his decision to set up shop in Reykjavik was based on the random tossing of logs from his boat and the even more random act of letting wherever these logs washed up on shore be the pace to hang his Viking hat. Either it was a very good throw ...
By: Doing Time
Secret onsen in Mývatn, Iceland
2008-03-01 10:44:00 In my series about secret onsen, I would like to add an onsen in Iceland. Just outside Mývatn, a thermal spring has been created from exhaust water from the thermal electricity plant which creates a perfect bath. Much smaller than the Blue Lagoon clo...
The Iceland Chronicles
2008-02-28 15:45:00 Wow, been back for two days, trying to unpack, sort mail, collating pictures, making peace with the puppy dog who’s pissed that we left her behind, again, all while still waking up at 3am every night which is about 8am Iceland time. So how was the trip? Well, I’m gonna tell you. The next week is ...
By: Doing Time
Iceland Express Now Flying to Warsaw
2008-02-26 00:00:00 Iceland's budget airline Iceland Express is starting to offer direct flights to Warsaw, Poland. The first direct flights will operate in May. Iceland Express is planning to double the flight...
Greeting from the West
2008-02-22 20:43:00 Brief update from the west Iceland: Saw full lunar eclipse from Airplane Ate Puffin and damn are they tasty Stinky water makes for soft skin Drove the most treacherous road in all of Iceland during a white out, unwittingly of course, must now plot revenge, or smite, Sailor Man Iceland and Ireland have entirely too much in common Full explanations later…. ...
By: Doing Time
Tours: The Pains Of Being Pure At Heart go wild in the UK & Iceland (!)
2008-02-20 17:51:00 This love is fucking right! Purveyors of the "tweenage wasteland" The Pains Of Being Pure At Heart are taking their ridiculously infectious, nearly-too-sweet-for-teeth indie pop musings and hitting the road (air?) and making their way to the UK and Iceland...
Ég er Vikingur!
2008-02-20 01:35:00 Last minute preparations for going to Iceland: trying not to bicker with Sailor Man, finally deciding how long we are renting a car for, and learning a few phrases in Icelandic. I came across a fairly snarky site that promised I could “Learn enough Icelandic to get you slapped in a bar!”. This is my kind ...
By: Doing Time
Time in a Blender
2008-02-18 17:50:00 Major research paper is now complete. Must get minor paper written and cram head full of important facts for my “evaluation on learning” aka final exam, on Wednesday. Must also get house cleaned, buy food for puppy dog, have work related matters reasonably caught up on, and, oh yeah, pack! before exam. Must also decide on ...
By: Doing Time
hof country residence, studio granda architects
2008-02-12 17:40:00 [Click photo to enlarge] Hof Country Residence, Skakafjördur Fjord, Iceland. Designed/built: 2000-2004. What a cool house. Text and links at end of post.
By: materialicious
Face in the clouds Skyn Iceland Product Review
2008-02-10 07:37:00 You’ve surely had your head in the clouds, but have you ever had your face in the clouds? Pure Cloud Creme is a moisturizer by Skyn Iceland that will help the most sensitive skin. Even if your skin is not normally sensitive but you’ve been out in the harsh winter weather or got a face peel that burned or maybe you were out having fun skiing? Whatever the reason - consider Pure Cloud Cream to repair the damage. I don’t normally have sensitive skin, but last month while in New York I got a peel that didn’t agree with me. My cheeks were like chopmeat for a few hours. Luckily I woke up and was ok but it was quite scary at first. If you peel enough you’ll get your own experience with that horrible burning sensation. I could have really used Pure Cloud Cream then to soothe my very delicate burned skin. This cream is so gentle it is described as the kid gloves of skincare. After trying a small sample, I’d say I agree. It is very gentle and most i...
By: Steeping Beauty
8 - ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE WORLD - THE ICELAND-AUSTRALIA EXCHANGE
2008-02-08 00:00:00 Two buddies, one in Iceland and the other in Australia, are sharing their photos on a certain topic each month. Check out the monthly survey and other creative ways in which Icestralians express themselves.
By: Top Blog
Iceland's Glitnir takes stake in India geothermal JV
2008-02-07 12:59:00 NEW DELHI (Reuters) - Iceland's Glitnir Bank will take a 40 percent stake in a geothermal energy joint venture with India's LNJ Bhilwara group, officials from both firms said on Wednesday. Iceland's third-largest bank by market capitalisation, which has also applied to set up a liaison office in India, sees geothermal energy as one of its focus areas for investment. "India is a vast country and we believe there are a number of unexplored resources in geothermal," Chief Executive Larus Welding told reporters at a news conference. The diversified LNJ Bhilwara group has over 2,800 megawatts of energy projects in various stages of development, but this is its first in the geothermal segment. Glitnir has been involved in a similar project in China, a statement said. "Glitnir will provide us with the geothermal expertise," LNJ Bhilwara Chairman Ravi Jhunjhunwala said, adding the bank's experts would arrive in India in March to study locations for plants. Jhunj...
By: B4U India
Iceland's Glitnir to take 40 pct in India venture
2008-02-06 08:44:00 NEW DELHI (Reuters) - Iceland's Glitnir Bank will take a 40 percent stake in a geothermal energy joint venture with India's LNJ Bhilwara group, the bank's chief said on Wednesday. "India is a vast country and we believe there are a number of unexplored resources in geothermal (sector)," Larus Welding, chief executive of Iceland's third-largest bank by market capitalisation, told reporters at a news conference. Glitnir will also seek approval from the Reserve Bank of India to open a liaison office in India to explore opportunities in renewable energy, seafood and offshore servicing vehicles.
By: B4U India
Ancient Knife Could Lead to Holy Grail in Iceland
2008-02-06 01:30:00 Head of rural district Hrunamannahreppur Ísólfur Gylfi Pálmason believes an ancient knife found in Kjölur mountain pass in 1990 in Iceland?s central highlands could lead the way to a secret underground dome where some believe the Holy Grail is being kept. ?The knife was discovered [?] in a place where there is a good overlook of ...
By: Templar Globe
Iceland Arrest Records
2008-01-23 00:00:00 Iceland arrest records database - Access Iceland arrest records database now! Although arrest record information is public record, in many states employers cannot seek from any source the arrest record of a potential employee. However, if the arrest resulted in a conviction, or if the applicant is out of jail but pending trial, that information can be used.
By: Shareware
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