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An American Court has thrown out animal rights campaigners PETA’s controversial case against San Diego’s SeaWorld, after allegations that they ‘enslave’ whales. A Complaint made by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) claimed that the popular attraction was in breach of the 13th amendment, which outlaws involuntary servitude and slavery. Allegations stated that five of the parks whales – Tilikum, Katina, Corky, Kasatka and Ulises – were forced to perform daily and live in tanks. District Judge Jeffrey Miller dismissed the case against SeaWorld, but according to Fox News he was the first judge in history to listen…
When it comes to popping the big question, it seems the rugged landscape of England’s largest National Park is more popular than anywhere else in the UK. The Lake District has been revealed as the top place for getting down on one knee, beating capital cities Edinburgh and London. The Lake District was the only place in the top five that was not a city destination. According to the research by eHarmoney.co.uk, the park was followed closely by Brighton, the bohemian sea-side city. Dr Gian Gonzaga, relationship scientist and senior director of research director of the online matchmaker said: ‘Brighton…
A study has revealed that parents find Scottish airports the most family friendly, with Edinburgh being rated the best in the UK, followed closely by Glasgow. As part of the study, Skyscanner asked parents to rate airport facilities for children allowing them to establish which airports best catered for families. Airports were rated on children’s play areas and facilities, food options for children and the efficiency of the security process. Edinburgh Airport – which caters for more than 9million passengers each year – was praised for its family friendly restaurants, which provide a wide choice of food. Parents recommended the…
As Valetine’s Day approaches, a pair of smitten lemurs are proving that it isn’t just humans who want to spend some alone time with their partner during the season of love. After spending the chilly winter months keeping each other warm and getting to know each other at West Midlands Safari Park, this loveable pair of black and white ruffed lemurs only have eyes for each other. Named Romeo and Juliet by park staff who love nothing more than a romance between their animals, the lemurs even have their own love nest – with rangers hand delivering the lovey dovey…
The giant panda’s presence at Edinburgh Zoo has increased visitors by 200 per cent. Tourist numbers at the Scottish attraction have increased massively, and its all thanks to two very cute pandas. The pandas named Tian Tian and Yang Guang, have had around 70,000 visitors since they arrived in December. Increasing visitor numbers three fold compared with the same time last year. Yang Guang, the male, who is also known as Sunshine, has been exploring his new home and spending hours in full view of the zoo’s keepers. Tian Tian (Sweetie) has been more reserved and shy, hiding from the…
The top three emerging destinations for 2012 may surprise you: Sudan, Greenland and Mongolia. Voted as top up-and-coming destinations in a recent survey, the unlikely locations are part of a list of ten. As part of this years Readers’ Travel Awards, Wanderlust’s poll found a number of unexpected destinations on traveller’s wish lists. Including destinations that have seen recent political and social turbulence; Tajikistan, Pakistan, the Cook Islands, Taiwan, Lebanon and Fiji. In last place was Iran, a destination it’s hard to imagine many tourists choosing to visit as tensions with the West continue. However Wanderlust said that many adventure…
Almost nine million Brits have already booked their main holiday for 2012. A further 8.9 million have started looking at deals but haven’t booked yet. Research by Direct Line travel insurance shows that the January sales aren’t just for clothing and home furnishings, with many people in the UK taking advantage of discounts on flights, hotels and package holidays to organise their main holiday early in the year. Nearly 20 per cent of those who have made plans for their main holiday have already booked either short- or long-haul travel arrangements, while another one in five are still weighing up…
When it comes to flying, the pilot can impact our comfort levels, and new research has shown that we prefer a Home Counties resident rather than a Cockney Londoner. A survey of business travellers has revealed that actor Nigel Havers has been topped as the most reassuring voice during a flight. Regional accents such as Scottish and Irish have been considered particularly comforting with actors: Sean Connery, Ewan McGregor and Liam Neeson making it into the top 10 celebrity voices we’d most like to hear over the speakers. Whereas Cockney London accents have been deemed least trustworthy, with the Midlands…
If you want to propose on Valentine’s Day this year, and you want to make it as memorable as possible, romance experts have searched and selected the world’s best places to propose in honour of the occasion. “A wedding proposal is the height of romance, making Valentine’s Day a natural time to pop the question. Our advice is to skip the flowers and chocolates and take romance on the road for the moment that neither of you will ever forget,” says Nadine Hallak, Travel Expert for Cheapflights.co.uk. Top five unusual places to propose: London – but not the London Eye A private…
The Spanish government has launched legal action against airline Spainair after it stopped operations on Friday, cancelling 220s flights, which left 22,000 passengers stranded. The airline according to the government, has violated Spain’s aviation regulations, and legal proceedings could lead to Spainair facing fines of up to €9m (£7.5m) for two ‘serious infringements’. Development Minister Ana Pastor has confirmed the action after the airline – owned by a consortium based in the northeastern region of Catalonia – stopped its operations due to a lack of funding. Officials revealed that the decision to close was made after the regional government –…