June 4 - Oman Air temporarily cancelled its flights WY 627 and WY 635 to Ras al Khaimah and Abu Dhabi in order to use the aircraft for evacuation of Masirah Island residents in light of the cyclone Phet.
'This is a national cause and Oman Air stands by its commitment to the national cause. The passengers stranded due to this cancellation will be put on the immediate available flights, or will be provided suitable alternate arrangements. Oman Air regrets the inconvenience caused to its passengers," said a spokesperson for the airline.
The Great Hall of the People is one of ten buildings (creatively known as the Ten Great Buildings) constructed to honor the tenth anniversary of the People’s Republic of China in 1959. All are around today – among them the National Museum of China, the Beijing Railway Station, and the Chinese People’s Revolutionary Military Museum. All were built in the modernist style, heavily influenced by Sov...
The Promenade in East Tsimshatsui is the best place for a leisurely walk and for great views of the harbour. ...
This is arguable the most famous of Bangkok's attractions. The Grand Palace which once housed the Thai Royal Family is a sight to behold. Built by King Rama i in 1782 when Bangkok became the capital, there is a dress code to be observed when visiting this place and visitors are required to have their legs and arms covered. King Rama's son's tutor Anna [famed by the film The King and I] lived over ...
These gardens date back to 1789. Englischer Garten or the English Garden begins at the very center of Munich and continues north for 5 kilometers. The park is divided into two distinct sections and has the river Isar running through it. Here you can see all kinds of activities taking place, including joggers, cyclists, strollers, skateboard and roller blades, horse riders and even surfboarders tak...