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St. Barts, small Antilles, Caribbean

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Saint-Barthélemy is a French island in the small Antilles and an overseas community since July 15th, 2007, before that it was a municipality and a district dependent on the Overseas Department of Guadeloupe. It is also known as St-Bartths or St. Barts (by English speakers). Located at 230 km northwest of Guadeloupe, and 25 km southeast of St. Martin. It is a mountainous island composed primarily of volcanic rocks, with a 32-meters cost and surrounded by numerous islets. It’s called ‘a dried island’ because of its bedrock composition, the low precipitation and an old deforestation so drinking water is not sufficient for its inhabitants so it must be imported (bottles) or the one provided through the tap is desalinated seawater and they also use harvested rain water. The inhabitants work especially on fishing, raising goats, the salt harvest, the cultivation of cotton and indigo. Its underwater environment is rich in corals (51 species and 31 different kinds). Tourists appreciate especially its white sandy beaches and its rustic landscapes. The largest area is Gustavia. Its economy is based on luxury tourism and construction; it is also a free port. To see: the battery Swedish Fort Gustav III, the Swedish belltower, the Catholic Church, the House of Governors, among others (all in Gustavia).

Tips

It is the perfect sun destination; 27 ° C of average, peaks at 35 ° C and rarely less than 20 ° C. Ideal for the ‘ dolce farniente’, the total relax.
On the other hand, if you are active, you will also find activities to do: diving, fishing, windsurfing, surfing, excursions on boat, jet skiing, kite surfing, etc.
If you like shopping, you are in the right place. St. Barts is known as a paradise to make purchases of luxury goods. You will find a multitude of shops with all the major brands.
In the culinary sense, you’ll be also surprises with a variety of French and Caribbean restaurants.

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Breakaway, Norwegian Cruise Line

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The Breakaway is a Norwegian Cruise Line owned vessel that was built in 2013 with capacity for almost 4,000 passengers and over 1,600 crew members. The ship has the free style service that allows passengers to choose their own schedules for meals and shows and also the opportunity to be free as to how to dress on board. It has 15 complete floors and a sixteenth and seventeenth floor only for activities. On deck 8, you’ll find the Waterfront, a quarter-mile walk along the ocean, perfect for relaxing or just walking. You will also find an interesting range of restaurants and bars, among which there are five paying restaurants. Talking about entertainment, there are 3 main shows that are played alternately in the theater and other various presentations in the different rooms or bars. Parents and children will be delighted with the waterslides, the giant waterslide, the climbing wall and the swimming pool. For adults there is also a 9-hole mini golf, spas, a paying section for massages, sauna and beauty treatments. It has a reserved section, called the Haven, with more luxurious and refined facilities with 24-hour butler service, concierge service and private solarium. There are also some studio cabins for singles with a private section for them as well as activities. There are duty-free shops, a large casino, a disco, a library, meeting rooms, a section reserved for teenagers aged 13 to 17 and an ice bar.

Tips

With your online check-in, you can also purchase the beverage package, a choice of discounted specialty restaurants, pre-paid tips and other promotions. On site, prices are a little more expensive than if you buy it in advance.

There is no captain’s night or gala like on other ships so you do not need to bring clothes for a gala evening.

If you like arts, you have also the possibility to buy pictures on bord.

 

Grand Prix Formula 1, Little Italy, Montreal, Quebec, Canada

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During the weekend of the Grand Prix Formula 1, Little Italy is celebrating too. You will find games and free activities including a mini-karts Ferrari courses, restaurants and cafes with terraces on the streets that are completely closed for the event, automobile clubs kiosks, racing and vintage cars exposed, inflatable games, face painting and of course all the shops in the area open. The event runs from Friday to Sunday in the afternoon until 23:00; culminating on Sunday, day of the Grand Prix, at 22:00.

Tips

To go, it's suitable to arrive by subway; stations Jean Talon and De Castelneau, blue line, since many streets are closed and parking is difficult.
It's an activity to share with family or friends.
The evening will end with a show where there will be the opportunity to buy tickets to see it sitting.
It is possible to attend the Grand Prix on Italian cafes screens after 13h00.


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