The shortest street in the world, called Ebenezer Place, is found in Wick, Caithness in Scotland. The Guinness Book of Records list this street, which measures only 6 foot 9 inches in length, as the shortest street in the world. Not only is it extremely short, it is also only has one address: 1 Ebenezer Place. This structure, which was originally a hotel, was built in 1883. When it was built, the owner was told to paint the name of the hotel on the shortest side of the building. It wasn’t until 1887 that Ebenezer Place was officially named a street.
When the rich and famous need an escape from the oppressive adoration of us dull normals, they tend to spare no expense to head somewhere exclusive, where the premium is on personal privacy.
Of course, with a few exceptions, these fabulous destinations are open to just about anyone who can pony up the cash. So even the little people can live it up celebrity style if they so choose. Here are some of the best places in the world to vacation like a star.
Saint-Tropez, France
If the French Riviera is a playground for the wealthy, Saint-Tropez is the rumpus room. Ever since Brigitte Bardot’s heyday, Europe’s elite has had a torrid love affair with the place. What makes one location so desirable for so long? Who knows? Whatever it is, Saint-Tropez has held that mysterious allure ever since the Invasion of Normandy. The beaches are gorgeous enough, the hotels swanky and the yachts oh-so secretive - not to mention bigger than your house.
I received an e-mail a few weeks back about a hilltop restaurant somewhere in China. The e-mail has been sat in my inbox since then, until I found out some facts regarding the pictures and location……Unfortunately, after quite a search I found…..absolutely nothing! The only relevant information regarding the pictures etc where actually other people who had received the very same e-mail and were looking for info too.
Anyway, having said that, here are the pictures of the death defying restaurant, according to the e-mail I received, once you get there….or should I say IF you get there, you can eat free. But don’t believe everything you read LOL.
If anyone knows where the pictures are taken please please please let me know.
First - take the tram up to the start of the trail.
Over the last few days I have spent most of my time researching holiday destinations in exotic locations. My final short-list was:
Thailand, Malaysia, Cuba and Mexico. Although Cuba was an uncertain choice due to the comings and goings of the people in charge there, I finally, after days of looking at pictures of white beaches, gorgeous blue seas and little beach chalets I decided that Malaysia was where I would be going on holiday this year. (more…)
This is MS Freedom Of The Seas she is cruise ship owned and operated by Royal Caribbean International and is the world’s largest passenger vessel. MS Freedom Of The Seas can accommodate over 4,300 passengers and 1,300 crew on fifteen passenger decks. She and her two sister ships will keep the title of the largest passenger ships ever built until construction of the Genesis class ships in 2009, also owned by Royal Caribbean International.
The ship features three swimming areas which include an interactive water park and pool just for adults (now that sounds good) and the main pool. It also has two whirlpools which are cantilevered out from the ship’s sides. Also on-board are: the Royal Promenade sports, a coffee shop, Sorrento’s Pizzeria, a Ben and Jerry’s ice-cream shop, Vintage’s winery, the Bull and Bear Irish pub, and many Duty-free shops. (more…)
ALCATRAZ ISLAND (USA): home to the first lighthouse on the Pacific Coast
Alcatraz Island sometimes referred to as just Alcatraz or The Rock. This is a small island which can be found in the middle of San Francisco Bay in California, United States. It once served as a lighthouse, then a military fort, then a military prison followed by a federal prison until 1963, when it became a national recreation area. The first European to discover the island was Juan de Ayala in 1775, who charted the San Francisco Bay and named the island “La Isla de los Alcatraces”, which means “Island of the Pelicans”. (more…)
If you don’t like flying, then you really wouldn’t have enjoyed been aboard this Lufthansa Flight LH44 Airbus A330 which was trying to land during the really heavy storms on the 3rd of January 2008 which badly affected Hamburg Airport.
At one point the wing actually touches the ground as the pilot struggles to land the plane in bad crosswinds.
Just watch the video and imagine what you would be thinking if you were sat on the plane!!!
The world’s biggest building is going to be built in Moscow.
Crystal Island is to be Sir Norman Foster’s “city within a building” The mountainous building is scheduled to be finished within the next five years. The spiral shaped building will boast a huge 27 million square feet and will cost $4 billion.
Burj Dubai, the world’s tallest building since July, has also become the tallest free-standing structure on earth, reaching 1,822 feet, the developers said.
The Dubai Tower’s final height is a closely guarded secret, but completion of the concrete, glass and steel structure is expected by the end of 2008. The building’s relentless climb is one example of Dubai’s stratospheric rise from a sleepy desert town on the Persian Gulf to one of the principal business centers in the Middle East.
Morgan to replace host Larry King - Former newspaper editor and Britain's Got Talent judge Piers will replace US TV presenter Larry King on the US network CNN, it is announced.
'No decisions' over World Service - No decisions have been taken about possible funding cuts to the BBC World Service, Culture Secretary Jeremy Hunt says.
UK moviegoers Exorcised by horror - Horror movie The Last Exorcism debuts at the top of the UK and Ireland box office, taking £1.1m in its opening weekend.
Zhang Ziyi signs up to Mulan film - Chinese actress Zhang Ziyi is to team up with Speed director Jan de Bont to make an English-language version of the Chinese legend Mulan.
Fungus threatening film history - A fungus that 'eats' cine film threatens to irreversibly damage important film archive and record of British social history.
Online archive for Shaw pictures - Thousands of photographs taken by playwright George Bernard Shaw are to be posted online, the National Trust announces.
Strictly show line-up is revealed - Rugby player Gavin Henson, magician Paul Daniels and former Destiny's Child star Michelle Williams are among the line-up for Strictly Come Dancing.
Sir Paul to get US culture honour - Sir Paul McCartney is to be presented with a Kennedy Center honour at the White House in Washington in December.
Painting to secure castle future - The trustees of Belvoir Castle hope to safeguard its future by selling a painting by the French artist Poussin.
BBC Manchester HQ put up for sale - The BBC's base in Manchester is officially put up for sale as the corporation prepares for its move to Salford.
Stig's helmet goes under hammer - A distinctive white helmet worn by Top Gear driver The Stig is expected to fetch up to £1,200 at auction in Sussex.
Carey heads up Booker shortlist - Australian author Peter Carey, who has already won the Man Booker prize twice, has made the shortlist for this year's prize.
Saatchi gallery deal hits setback - Charles Saatchi's plan to donate his gallery to the British public hits a stumbling block after talks with Arts Council England break down.
Blair cancels London book signing - Tony Blair cancels a planned book signing in London on Wednesday to prevent causing the police "a lot of hassle".
The shortest street in the world, called Ebenezer Place, is found in Wick, Caithness in Scotland. The Guinness Book of Records list this street, which measures only 6 foot 9 inches in length, as the shortest street in the world. Not only is it extremely short, it is also only has one address: 1 Ebenezer Place. This structure, which was originally a hotel, was built in 1883. When it was built, the owner was told to paint the name of the hotel on the shortest side of the building. It wasn’t until 1887 that Ebenezer Place was officially named a street.
Over the last few days I have spent most of my time researching holiday destinations in exotic locations. My final short-list was:
This is MS Freedom Of The Seas she is cruise ship owned and operated by Royal Caribbean International and is the world’s largest passenger vessel. MS Freedom Of The Seas can accommodate over 4,300 passengers and 1,300 crew on fifteen passenger decks. She and her two sister ships will keep the title of the largest passenger ships ever built until construction of the Genesis class ships in 2009, also owned by Royal Caribbean International.
Alcatraz Island sometimes referred to as just Alcatraz or The Rock. This is a small island which can be found in the middle of San Francisco Bay in California, United States. It once served as a lighthouse, then a military fort, then a military prison followed by a federal prison until 1963, when it became a national recreation area. The first European to discover the island was Juan de Ayala in 1775, who charted the San Francisco Bay and named the island “La Isla de los Alcatraces”, which means “Island of the Pelicans”. 
