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Born to be Mild – Survey shows 20˚C’s is where Brits are at their happiness

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Born to be Mild – Survey shows 20˚C’s is where Brits are at their happiness

The Great British weather can often have us longing for a 30 ˚C beach holiday in the Caribbean. Surprisingly Thomas cook’s national survey looks like we are the average, play it cool Brits – because our comfort heat and the one we long for is actually 20˚C, and that’s just 1˚C off our average room temp.
So with that being the findings, I thought I’d lay out on the table a top pick of countries Brits can get their perfect heat.
January – Mexico, Los Angeles
During January, the weather is at its coolest but that doesn’t mean to start packing your sweaters just yet, the lowest temperature in January is 20 degrees. So keep that factor 25 packed.
February – Morocco, Lanzarote, Gran Canaria
The canneries is on my top list of destinations, Player Del Carmen in Lanzarote had some awesome hot spots. Scuba diving on the coast, in 20˚C, can still be a treat, but I would suggest packing a light sweater for your walk back. The canneries tend to have slightly higher winds which can make the sun look deceiving, although you may feel a little chilly, the sun is still beating down on your skin.
March – Tunisia, Ayia Napa
If you want to experience Ayia Napa away from the 18-30’s crowds that flock there in the summer months, then I’d highly recommend visiting this beautiful island during March.
Tunisia is a country I’m yet to explore although friends and family say it’s one of the most beautiful countries in the world, with the Grand Erg Oriental a must visit. For most, dune buggies and camels are a popular attraction but what’s better than sitting on a huge sand mountain watching the sunset.
From April to December, you can experience our nations best voted temperature of 20˚C’s in the below destinations.
April– Bodrum, Crete, Balearic Islands
May– Sunny Beach, Montreal, Paris
June– Amsterdam, Boston

July– Vancouver, Lapland, Dona Paula

August– Stockholm, Oregon

September– Croatia, Calgary

November– Texas, Algarve, Sicily, Ibiza

December– San Antonio, Cyprus, Egypt

Survey by Thomas Cook
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What Country Best Fits Your Manners? [Infographic]

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If you’re a big tipper, you could be big in South Africa. If you’re generous with your hugs, you’ll likely be embraced by the people of Brazil and Spain. But if you wear your Sunday best to business meetings, you’re going to look out of place in Ireland. Across the world, the gestures and behaviors that make up our day-to-day life vary in subtle but important ways that can help us to accustom ourselves to the areas we visit, and on occasion even prevent us getting in trouble. Conversely, if you’re sick of the tardiness of your compatriots or want to visit somewhere that you’ll actually be given some personal space for a change, it’s comforting to know there are certain areas that we might be able to fit in with our own personal preferences.

Of course, it’s not a failsafe approach, and often the same kind of behavior may mean different things or have a different heritage in different countries. Did you know, for example, that far from a gesture of solidarity, tipping in America dates back to the country’s post-Civil War bourgeoisie, who travelled to Europe and picked up the custom like a souvenir to impress and belittle their less well-off compatriots? Or that in Singapore, tipping really means something – that it’s rare, but used when the service really demands applause?

Below is a roadmap for regional manners: this flowchart from Expedia will help you find the place that you’ll fit in best. Whether it’s eating with your right hand only in Indonesia or politely leaving gifts unopened until the party’s over in Colombia, you’ll be surprised how many of our basic manners are considered alien by those from other places. It’s a great opportunity to come together and celebrate the wild and varied differences that make us human.

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Cruising Along the Most Fascinating, Loneliest Road in America

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Have you ever thought of cruising along the most fascinating, loneliest road in America? If you nodded a Yes, you have landed on the right page. Just imagine you are in the middle of nowhere- with remote terrain all around, nature at its best and to discover a lot. When you are in that state, just believe that you are on Highway 50, the Loneliest Road in America.

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It is not so long ago that a story showed up in Life magazine that claimed that US 50 via Nevada had no points of interest or tourist attractions. Later it was recommended that the motorists should not drive this highway till the time they are much confident about their survival skills. This year, it’s the 30th anniversary of Life’s Magazine designation of the Loneliest Road to US Highway 50. It is in fact 30th anniversary of the Great Basin National Park near Town Ely which is worth visiting for sure during your tour.

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In fact, the Loneliest Road in America is a very popular one and has been traversed in the history of Nevada. The early explorers of the highway like John C. Fremont and Jedediah Smith travelled through this region just like the Pony Express carriers.

With the Pony Express Carrier, visitors can enjoy and experience the best of history, science, art and nature. The Pony Express Territory has it all and you will be able to enjoy exploring old mines, nature preserves, art sites and ghost towns. What more, under the stars of the sky at night, you can experience open-air observatory. Truly undisturbed, the carrier offers its services in the Pony Express Territory without the need to wait for long.

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The undisturbed and picturesque Pony Express Territory is indeed 1840 miles wide space with rich heritage, black skies and rugged, pious nature. The Territory is the one where Pony Express riders galloped along the main trail; now called as Americas Loneliest Road that has a splendid national park and various adventurous towns. These include Dayton, Fernley, Fallon, Austin, Eureka and Ely from west to east where the travellers can stop and enjoy their scenic beauty.

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With around 17 mountain ranges in 287 miles, the travellers can enjoy desert floors, mountain ranges and what not. There is in fact plenty to do and see while cruising along the loneliest road in America, one can also take the short trips to reveal what Nevada has to offer to its visitors. The towns of the territory span about 300 miles and while Fernley population is 19,000 in total, the other four towns have a total of just 13,000 citizens.

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If you are adamant enough to cruise along US highway 50, then you will be pleased to know that there are a lot of things to do when on the Loneliest Road. The travellers can also access the historical cemeteries and ghost town sites for complete adventure and fun. They can further visit elk view areas as well as the picnic and camping spots that are in plenty on the Loneliest Road.

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Loneliest road is not at all lonely in today’s time, depending on your level of adventure skills and spirit. Though the towns may be small, still they are historic to the core and have many places to visit. If you are interested in cruising along the most fascinating road in America, request the Americas Loneliest Road Hwy 50 Survival Guide at the PonyExpressNevada.com and you can easily start your journey whenever you want. It is as simple as that!