Did you know that a day at the beach can have a positive effect on one’s emotions? Or that even looking at a relaxing beach scene can have a calming effect? Maybe that’s why many people choose to spend their vacations at the water’s edge, either at the ocean, lake or river.
Where might you want to spend your next “water vacation?”
On an Island
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Anyone heard anything about laurie-brighton beach memoir on bway? i auditioned june 5– too late for callback?
I auditioned on June 5 for the role of Laurie in Brighton Beach Memoirs, but I haven't heard anything. Do you think it's too late? has anyone heard anything about the part? There were only like 10 people at audition. What do you think?
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Yahoo! UK News Message Boards – Terror threat – Shooting, improper use of police resources
They got it right,the rucksack was full of it TOP JOB,should have took this lead years ago and just maybe we would not be in all this at all,they think we are a weak target because our boys dont have guns ,now we do, at least we can try and protect our people.Its not the Read the rest of this entry »
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Brighton beach area, in Brooklyn?
I my cousin just got an aprtment there. It is safe? It is nice?
How do I ge there from New Jersey, ( Perth Amboy).
Can I take the train to NY Penn Station and then a bus or subway to Brighton beach? I am looking online and need some help.
She doesn't drive. I do, but I don't want to drive there if it's hell going into Brooklyn. Read the rest of this entry »
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The City of Brighton and Hove is a modern, vibrant, cosmopolitan “City by the Sea”, situated between the beautiful South Downs and the Sussex Coast approximately 60 miles due south of the United Kingdom capital, London.
Brighton has long been one of the UK’s biggest and most fashionable seaside towns and is a popular tourist resort with many hotels, restaurants and entertainment facilities together with a considerable business conference industry.
Originally known as the modest fishing village of Brighthelmstone, this city has strong connections with the past with its regency architecture, Victorian Sea Life Centre, Brighton Pier, and of course The Royal Pavilion. By 1825 after Dr Richard Russell extolled the virtues of bathing in and drinking seawater, Brighton was born as a fashionable seaside resort.
Now it is a contemporary metropolis, with diverse shopping from Churchill Square and Western Road, to The Lanes and bohemian North Lanes, London Road and St James Street, Church Street and George Street in Hove. There is a new state of the art Library, restaurants, bars and clubs to suit every taste, theatres, cinemas, 10-pin bowling and casinos. In addition there are 2 universities, and a wide variety of sporting activities, including successful cricket, and football teams, and even a racecourse and greyhound stadium.
Another unique and historical attraction is Volks Railway, the oldest operating electric railway in the world. Created in 1883 by Magnus Volk, this 1 ¼ mile track links the Aquarium and Pier with Brighton Marina, with a half way stop near the children’s playground.
This year Brighton & Hove have been awarded its first ever Blue Flag award for its beaches at Hove Lawns and West Street. These guarantee that they are litter free and have clean swimming water. There is also a discreet naturist beach at Dukes Mound near Brighton Marina.
After a visit to Brighton Pier what better way to continue than with a stroll along the beachfront and down to the boardwalk. Here you can find the artists’ quarter and fishing museum. There is a traditional carrousel and various bars, clubs and restaurants under these historic arches. Further along the seafront you will discover a children’s playground, paddling pool and volleyball court.
From here you come face to face with the remaining wreck of the West Pier. This was originally built in 1866, has been lying derelict since 1975, and was destroyed by arson attacks in 2002. Although certain pieces from this Grade I listed building were removed and have been kept in storage.
However, the exciting news is that work is due to commence at the end of July on this site for the groundbreaking Brighton Eye. To be built at the shore end of the wrecked pier, the i360 (as it is also known) will have a 172 meter high needle tower, with an ascending and descending circular viewing platform with a capacity for 125 people. It will be Britain’s highest observation tower with breathtaking views along the coast, across the South Downs and across the Channel. Completion of this exciting and innovative construction is scheduled for 2009.
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Brighton, a city teaming with youthful ebullience and vivacity, offers the ideal setting for stag and hen weekends. Playful antics, beach side fun, excitement, adventure – you name it you got it here in Brighton. Each day in Brighton epitomizes the phrase joie de vivre. Located ideally between the South Downs and the Channel this cosmopolitan city has every option to chase even the slightest traces of torpor out of you in no time. The excitement in the air is fast infectious. There are a number of avenues to chill out, have fun and the city’s event calendar is crammed full with round the year celebrations.
Enjoy seaside fun at the Brighton Marina, Brighton Pier and the Sea Life Center or experience a slice of Brighton’s heritage at the museums, historic manors and art centers scattered across the townscape. The seaside is a beehive of activities. Popular beach activities include: beach volleyball, basketball, skateboarding, surfing, swimming and sailing. Royal Pavilion, Preston Manor and Brighton Museum & Art Gallery are some of the best places to learn about the intriguing heritage of the city. Brighton is a shopaholic’s paradise: a casual saunter along the 17th century Brighton Lane can give way to some fabulous serendipitous finds. Buy everything from vintage clothes, antique jewelry and vegetarian shoes at the North Lane. Churchill Square and Brighton Marina are some of the other shopping hot-spots in the city.
Apart from the regular entertainment options there is an array of other activities ranging from adventurous, saucy and relaxing to make a pick from. The city boasts of some of the coolest clubs and pubs in the South Coast, which is also home to the most fascinating live music scene. Check out the vibrant nightlife of the city; the best in this part of the country and second to none. The gastro-pubs dotting the city serve a range of lip smacking cuisines apart from the regular pub-grubs. Tank up on quality cider, beer or an exotic range of fiery concoctions or simply jive through the night. There are some great places with regular and alternate themes near the city center that play everything from DJ and garage to pop and rock. There are great restaurants from award winning to the economical serving a varied genre of menus from fish and chips to regional delicacies and exotic. Check out some of the great pubs in the Marine Parade area.
Popular fun activities for stag and hen groups include: Zorbing, Clay Pigeon Shooting, Pole Dancing Lessons, Party Bus and Paint ball. Brighton is a high octane entertainment destination, which has enough options to satiate the wants of the most demanding of the hens and stags.
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Ok so 3 more posts today that I’ve dug up – I’m an information JUNKIE on this stuff lately. Give em a browse and let me know what ya reckon. They’re just from a few different sites I’ve been surfing lately that are generally good for information like this…
Dumbo Books of Brooklyn: Monday Morning in Brighton Beach …
The B train got us to Brighton Beach Station pretty Read the rest of this entry »
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Ok so you might find the next few links interesting. These are from around the web, just random snippets that I’ve picked up in my reading, but I found some very cool information in them. You might too. Here goes…
Greenwich High School's boys swimming and water polo teams have …
Greenwich High School swim coach Terry Lowe is being inducted into the Fairfield County Read the rest of this entry »
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Does anyone know if Brighton Sauna is still in business? I bought a two person infrared sauna from them less than six months ago. It cost several thousand dollars, and came with a warranty. There have been several problems, which they took care of initially.
Several months ago, the fan starting making a racket, so I called the Brighton Co., left a message, and didn’t Read the rest of this entry »
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I hope you’ve been enjoying my posts lately. I thought I might do something different today and rustle up a few bits of info from around the WWW. These are some of the news items and blog posts that have been popular over the last few weeks. Leave me your thoughts.
Review: Swimming by Nicola Keegan
Today in January Magazine's fiction section, contributing editor Diane Read the rest of this entry »
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Some Tips And Hints On Time Share
Timeshare is simply a form of vacation property ownership. Any property you are able to acquire where you can always spend your vacation is a timeshare. Most people who always go on vacation, especially to particular spots in the world, surely have one timeshare or another.
If you are not sure on how to go about your timeshare Read the rest of this entry »
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