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Editorial Reviews Review "The Atlas is the Rosetta Stone of slave historiography, making legible through maps and charts the mass of data that, at long last, allows us to grapple with and interpret the strange and intricate history of the slave trade in African human beings to the New World between 1501 and 1866. If there were Pulitzer Prizes for databases, this would win, hands down."—Henry Louis Gates, Jr., Harvard University (Henry Louis Gates, Jr. ) "A brilliant rendition of the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade Database. This atlas is essential to the study of chattel slavery. No student of slavery should be without it."—Ira Berlin, University of Maryland (Ira Berlin ) "These magnificent maps—all 189—document almost every conceivable aspect of one of the world''s worst crimes. An epic and gruesome drama receives a fitting representation. A superb contribution to scholarship."—Philip D. Morgan, Johns Hopkins University (Philip D. Morgan ) ...

               Les Rousses                Altitude 1050 - 1680 m Lake & Mountains Web:   www.lesrousses.com Tourist Office:   Tel:   0033(0)3 84 60 02 55 495, rue Pasteur  39220 Les Rousses Email:  infos@lesrousses.com

             Monts Jura             Altitude 850 - 1680 m Web:    www.monts-jura.com Tourist Office:    Maison du Tourisme Monts Jura - Tel:   0033(0)4 50 20 91 43                          Telecabine de la Catheline,                          01410 Leiex Mijoux Email:                infotourisme@monts -jura.com                         

City Hotel, very quiet, yet centrally located, a few minutes walk from the railway station and the city center. La Pergola Hotel *** Tram 3, Stop Belpstrasse 43, 3007 Bern Tel:               +41(0)31 941 43 43 Fax:              +41(0)31 381 50 54 Web:             www.hotel-lapergola.ch Email:            info@hotel-lapergola.ch  

                                                          Go Theatre Unplugged 13 Date:                    December 3. 4. & 5 Place:                   Manoel Theatre, Valletta Booking Office:    Monday to Friday:  09.00 - 13.00 & 17.00 - 19.00                                  Saturday            10.00 - 13.00 Web:   www.teatrumanoel.com.mt Email:  bookings@teatrumanoel. com.mt Tel:     21 246 389

Try our Buffet Menu Eat as much as you want! From Monday to Sunday (also Sunday Lunch) Gold Dragon Chinese Restaurant Triq il- Gardiel, Marsascala, Malta Tel:        2163 6885 Mob:      7994 8656 Web:      www.maltachinesefood.com

The French Ski Resort of Alpe d'Huez will host one of the countries more prestigious ice-racing series, the Audros trophy. The seven races attract some of the biggest drivers and manufacturers in the sport. The Andros Trophy has been running since 1990 and  is famous for its spectacular and glamorous races. Currently, the series includes ex-Formula One drivers Alain Prost and Oliver Panis. Date:     December 17 and 18 Place:    Alpe d'Huez, France For more information:   www.alpedhuez.com /                                     www.ticketnet.fr/.

One of the more unusual New Year events, the Capodanno Love is Venice's huge celebration in Piazza San Marco. The evening is run under the slogan" Come and kiss in  Venice" where the idea is to do precisely that. Date:   December 31 Place:  Piazza San Marco, Venice, Italy For more information:   www.veneziamarketingeventi.it/.

As  Big Ben strikes midnight, London rings in the New Year with fabulous fireworks over the Thames. Large crowds gather to watch rockets blaze skywards from barges along the river and to see the iconic London eye brightly illuminated. Date:   December 31 Place:  London Eye, London, England For more information about New years events :   www.london.gov.uk/newyearseve/.

Le Temple du fromage Zone du Cret  74500 Lugrin Tel:          0033 (0)4 50 76 00 14 Web:       www.temple-du-formage.com Tourist office Evian  Tel:    0033(0)4 50 75 04 26  Web:   www.eviantourism.com

 Concerto di Natale  Gala Dinner with the performing artists  Mediterrenean Conference Centre  Saturday 4th December 2010  Time:   22.30 till late - Limited tickets  Tickets on sale as from 29th November  Auberge D'Italie, Merchants Street, Valletta  Tel:   2291 5000, 2122 4444

Suite Hotel *** Calais Coquelles Place de Cantorbery 62231 Coquelles Tel:   33(0)3 21 19 50 00 Fax:  33(0)3 21 19 50 05 Web:   www.suitehotel.com

Hotel Les Dunes ** 48 Route Nationale - 62231 Bleriot-Plage Tel:   33(0)3 21 34 54 30 Fax:  33(0)3 21 97 17 63 Web:   www.les-dunes.com

Au Cote D'Argent Bertrand Lefebvre 1,Digue Gaston Berthe 62100 Calais Tel:   33(0)3 21 34 68 07 Fax:  33(0)3 21 96 42 10 Email:   lefebvre@cotedargent.com Web:    www.coteargent.com

Kyriad Hotel ** Calais-Coquelles Av. Charles de Gaulle - 62231 Coquelles Tel:   33(0)3 21 36 81 81 Fax:  33(0)3 21 36 87 87 Email:   kyriad.coquekles@sky-hospitality.com Web:    www.kyriad.fr

Kyriad Hotel ** Calais- Plage Digue Gaston Berthe - 62100 Calais Tel:    33(0)3 21 34 64 64 Fax:   33(0)3 21 34 35 39 Email:   kyriad@libertysurf.fr Web:   www.hotel-plage-calais.com

Fm theatre productions present                                                           CINDERELLA                                        The greatest pantomime of them all Adapted and directed:  Edward Mercieca Choregraphy:               Emma Loftus Musical Director:          Kris Spiteri Band:                           The Residents Date:                            December 26 to 9 January Venue:                         Manoel Theatre Bookings online:  www.teatrumanoe...

                   "Finally, a Free National New Year's Eve Celebration in our Capital City" with special guests:                                  Winter Moods also featuring;         Pierre Cordina - Tony Tony - Fakawi - Street Entertainment                               an audio visual Mega Countdown & much more........ Free Entrance

                                                         Concerto di Natale XVII Date :       Saturday 4th December 2010 Venue:      Mediterranean Conference Centre Presented by:   Mara Venier                         Gigi D'Alessio - Skunk Anansie - Irene Grandi - Maria Abela - Noa - Max Gazzi -                         "Voices" Choir - Malta Philharmonic Orchestra & more...... Tickets:   Tel:   2559 5750, 21243 6389 Email:      bookings@mcc.com.mt Web:       www.mcc.com.mt                     

Castle of the Counts of Rochefort Rue Jacquet 5580 Rochefort Tel:       +32(0)84 21 44 09 Mob:     +32(0)496 61 71 45 Email:    info@malagne.be

Intersport Oberland Postgrasse 16 3800 Interlaken Fredel Abplanalp Tel:   033 822 06 61 Fax;  033 822 73 07 Email:   intersport-oberland@bluewin.ch

Intersport Crystal Fuhren 3822 Lauterbrunnen Hans und Marianne Josi Tel:   033 856 90 90 Fax:  033 856 90 99 Email:   info'crystal-lauterbrunnen.ch

 Intersport Rent- Network  Mannlichen  Bergstatioin Gondelbahn  3823 Mannlichen  Peter Egger  Tel:   033 853 04 00  Fax:  033 853 04 01  Email:   info@rentwork.ch

Intersport Rent-Network First Bergstation Firstbahn 3818 Grindelwald Peter Egger Tel:    033 828 77 36 Fax:   033 853 04 01                                        Kiosk First Email:   info@rentnetwork.ch                             Tel:   033 828 77 38

Intersport Molitor Dorfstrasse 3823 Wengen Rico Molitor Tel:    033 855 21 31 Fax:   033 855 46 31 Email:   info@molitor.ch

 Intersport Rent-Network Grund  Grund                                         Hotel Sunstar  Tel:   033 853 04 00                   Haupstrasse  Email: info'rentnetwork.ch            Tel:   033 828 77 57                                                     Fax:  033 853 04 01                                                     Email:   info@rentnetwork.ch

 Intersport Central  Dorfstrasse  3823 Wengen  Viktor Gertsch  Tel:    033 855 23 23  Fax:   033 855 45 33  Email:   centralsport@wengen.com

Intersport Kaufmann Haupstrasse 3818 Grindelwald Kathrin und Andreas Schild Kaufmann Tel:     033 853 13 77 Fax:    033 853 43 46 Email:  info'kaufmann-sport.ch

Intersport Alpia Dorfstrasse 3823 Wengen Markus Zumbuhl Tel:       033 855 26 26 Fax:      033 855 35 26 Email:    alpia@alpiasport.ch

 Intersport Graf  Haupstrasse  3818 Grindwald  Hans Graf  Tel:   033 853 28 66  Fax:  033 853 58 66  Email:   info@graf-sportrent.ch

                                                          WasteServ Open Weekend    Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th November 2010 Time:                    10am - 4.00pm Freephone:            8007 2200 Email:                    info@wasteservmalta.com

                                                   Circo Martin                                              Fosos Floriana, Malta Dates:         From 8th December 2010 - 2nd January 2011 Time:          8th December to 25th December 2010  - 5.30 & 7.30                    26th December to 2nd January - 3.3. & 5.30 & 7.30 Tickets info opens daily@ City Gate, Valletta from 10am Ticket info:   9999 4106 - 7949 4106 - 9999 1771 - 9989 0724

B&B Pension Fluhmann Rosemarie Fluhmann-Dahler Rosenweg 5, 3855 Brienz Tel:   +41(0)33 951 26 01 Fax:   +41(0)33 951 33 71 Email:   fluehmann-pension@bluewin.ch Web:   www.fluehmanns.ch

Hotel Brienz *** Beat+Beate Wettach Haupstrasse 254, 3855 Brienz Tel:    +41(0)33 951 35 51 Fax:    +41(0)33 951 41 90 Email:   info@hotel-brienz.ch web:     www.hotel-brienz.ch

 Do you appreciate Lake Air, a mild climate, peace and relaxation? Then Iseltwald  is the right place for you. Walking along the lake of Brienz, mountain hiking, wind-surfing water-skiing and sport fishing round out the leisure activities here, as well as rowing and minor boating, and sun-bathing at the lovely beach at the end of the village. What's more, all the favourite excursion points of the Jungfrau Region are within a short distance. Iseltwald - the hospitable fishing village. Iseltwald (population 420) is easily reached by car, public bus or boat service(summer only), and is well- known as the idyllic fishing village on the Lake of Brienz.  Naturally, this means much-frequented specially restaurants with inviting gardens and lakeside terraces. Iseltwald tourism CH-3807 Iseltwald Tel:    +41(0)33 826 53 00 Fax:   +41(0)33 826 53 75 Email:   mail@iseltwaldtourismus.ch Web:   www.iseltwaldtourismus.ch

                                                             Beatenberg for the whole family! Beatenberg is the ideal holiday spot for families and nature lovers. Choose from a variety of superb hiking trails or relax in close vicinity to Interlaken. In winter,magical, snowy walking paths, speedy sledge runs, and two family-friendly ski areas will make your heart skip a beat. Beatenberg Tourism CH-3803 Beatenberg tel:   +41(0)33 841 18 18 Fax:  +41(0)33 841 18 08 Email:   info@beatenberg.ch Web:   www.beatenberg.ch

Enjoy a wonderful evening at Interlaken's first Sunset Barbeque Cruise on Lake Brienz. Chill out with good music, enjoy cool drinks, taste the delicious Barbeque and talk to other backpackers and travelers. Relax on top of our boat and feel the energy of the breathtaking Swiss Alps. Web:   www.interlaken-adventure.com Interlaken ost boat pier:   Tel:   +41(0)33 826 53 00 Email:   mail@interlakentourism.ch Web:   www.interlaken.ch

Camping Aaregg Marcel Zysset Seestrasse 28a, CH-3855 Brienz Tel:   +41(0)33 951 18 43 Email:   info@aaregg.ch Web:    www.aaregg.ch

Manor Farm 1 Manor Farm AG CH-3800  Interlaken-Thunersee Tel:   +41(0)33 822 22 64 Fax:   +41(0)33 822 22 79 Email:   manorfarm@swisscamps.ch Web:    www.manorfarm.ch

                   Venice New Year's Eve "Love 2010" a communal kiss to welcome the new year. The most beautiful square in the world celebrates once again in the name of Love, welcoming the New Year with a communal kiss, music, toasts and fireworks. For all die-hard romantics and those who wish to dance and embrace 60,000 other people in a massive gesture of brotherhood and international goodwill, this a night that cannot be missed. Location:  Venezia, Piazza San Marco Web:         www.capodannovenezia.it

  The Archeopass is  also a discount card for 4 people, giving a minimum discount of 20% on admission to   Museums, Abbeys and historic Buildings..........   Web:   www.archeopass

  St. Gertrude's Collegiate Church, Nivelles   Office du Tourisme de Nivelles asbl   Rue de Saintes, 48   1400 Nivelles   Tel:        +32(0)67 84 08 64   Email:     info@tourisme-nivelles.be   Web:      www.tourisme-nivelles.be

 Saint- Hubert Basilica Church  Maison du Tourisme du Pays de Saint - Hubert  Rue Saint - Gilles, 12  6870 Saint - Hubert  Tel:        +32(0)61 61 30 10  Email:     info@saint-hubert-tourisme.be  Web:      www.saint-hubert-tourisme.be

                                                                     Golden Knight                                                       Malta International Film Festival              Show of International Film Festival Dates:   22nd -  23rd -  25th -  26th Nov Venue:  Dar L-Europa - Valletta Time:    7.15pm Saturday 27th Nov. Temi Zammit Hall - MCC - Valletta - 7.30pm Entrance Free Tel:   9947 2513

Innovative, modern Asian kitchen from Thailand and Japan. Fugu also conveys Asian savoir-vivre. Thanks to an urban design, selected materials and clear colours,  people feel at ease here. Open:   Mo - Mi  11 -.23h, Do/Fr 11 - 0.30h, So 11-22h Fugu Gerechtigkeltgasse 16 Linie 12 Nydegg Tel:     031 311 51 25 Web:   www.fugu-nydegg.ch

Quartier Latin Rue des Brasseurs, 2 6900 Marche-En-Famenne Tel:    +32(0)84 32 17 13 Web:  www.quartier-latin.be

Well Being above all! Dorint  Spa- Balmoral Route de  Balmoral, 33 4900 SPA Tel:      +32(0)87 79 32 5 Web:    www.dorintspa.be   

Traditional Chinese cuisine is served in the Restaurant Boky, which was named after the renowned Boky restaurant run by the owners' great- grandfather in the Ho Minh city, inexpensive, excellent service. Mo - So 11-14.30h / 17 - 23h Tel:   031 382 28 28 Web:   www.boky.ch Boky Restaurant Laupenstrasse5 Linien 11/14 City West

Metropol ' Hotel *** 43, Quai du Rhin - 62100 Tel:   33 (0)3 21 97 54 00 Fax:   33 (0)3 21 96 69 7-  Web:   www.metropolhotel.com

Hotel Meurice *** 5, Rue Edmond Roche 62100 Calais Tel:   33 (0)3 21 34 57 03 Fax:  33 (0)3 21 34 14 71 Email:  meurice@wanadoo.fr Web:   www.hotel-meurice.fr

                                                                                                 Alistair                                                                  The Christmas Shop   Christmas Trees & Decorations - Lights & much much more........... Christmas  Decorating Lessons    Book Now For All your needs All year round :                                        Alistair                  ...

Westminister Hotel **** Le Touquet Michelin 5, avenue du Verger T:   00 33 (0)3 21 05 48 48 Web:   www.westminister.fr

Pol Hotel **** Le Touquet 132,  rue  de Metz T:   00 33 (0)3 21 06 60 10 Web:   www.pol-hotel.com

  

 Sunday lunch buffet at Phoenix Restaurant. Phoenicia Hotel The Mall, Floriana Malta Tel:   22911083 E mail:   dine@phoeniciamalta.com Web:     www.phoeniciamalta.com

The grande Randonnee (GR) network of long-distance footpaths is the largest such network in Wallonia, with over 4,000km of paths with their familiar red-and-white way-marks. There is a GR footpath in every corner of Wallonia. Following the way-marks will  give you access to some memorable hours or days of walking through beautiful scenery. Each GR path has a printed guidebook with a written description, maps,photos and tourist information. Les Sentiers De Grandes Randonnees a.s.b.l.(SGR) BP 10 - 4000 LIEGE Tel:  +32(0)70 22 30 23 Email:   info@grsentiers.org Web:   www.grsentiers.org

Two person kayak trips down the Meuse from Durbuy to Barvaux take approximately 2 hours. The trip ends at the "Le Julienas" bar-restaurant where you can enjoy a drink and a meal, or sit on the terrace overlooking a playground or play a round of mini-golf before taking the free shuttle-bus back to Durbuy. 8km rafting trips also available. Durbuy Adventure Rue de Rome, 1 6940  Rome - Durbuy Tel:   +32(0)86 21 28 15 E mail:   info@durbuyadventure.be web:      www.durbuyadventure.be

 Les Pleiades  Famille Roger Ray  1807 Blonay  Tel:   021 943 11 23  Fax:  021 943 12 55

  Traditional and exclusive dining in front of  Federal Palace.    Daily open with warm cuisine between 11am and 11pm.   Entrcote Cafe' Federal   Barenplatz 31  3011 Bern   Tel:   031 311 16 24   Fax:  031 311 18 73   Email:   info@entrocote.ch   web:     www.enctrocote.ch

Jesus Novo spoils friends of gastronomy with Mediterranean cuisine.  What could be nicer than enjoying the Spanish delicacies with a view to the Aare? Opening Hours:  Di-Fr  11.30-14.30h/ 17.30 - 22.30h                           Sa 17 - 23.30h, So 11.30-22h  Mo auf  Anfrage Tel:   031 992 44 44 Lauferplatz 6, Bern Linie 30 Lauferplatz Web:   www.casa-novo.ch

  The Paris Boat Show, the largest of its kind, will be held at The Porte de Versailles.   You will find five different sectors:    The surf sports villa                                                           Espace tradition                                                           Espace racing courses                                                           Espace yachts and a business centre. web:   www.salonnautiqueparis.com Date:   December 4 to December 12 Place:  Porte de Versaille...

 Free Recipes by Anton B. Dougall  Web:   www.tisjir.com

   Christmas at the Soreda Hotel ****   ....where you will rerturn  Special offers:   3 nights @ ............. Half Board                           2 nights @ ............ Half Board  Children 6 to 12 years of age  - 50% discount  Tel:   2385 3712/ 2157 6267  Soreda Hotel ****  Andrew Cunningham Str,  Qawra, Malta

 The  Geese have landed.  This week special Oven Roasted Gooze  Nuvo art & dine  No 1 German Restaurant  104 Triq iz-Zonqor,  Marsascala, Malta  Tel:   21633363  Mob: 79633363  Email:   info@nuvomalta.com

                     The Second German Film Festival presented by the German-Maltese  Circle Wednesday 17th November:   7pm   Whisky mit Wodka ( Whiskey with Vodka) (16)                                                9pm   Im Winter ein Jahr (A Year Ago in Winter ) (16) Thursday     18th November:    7pm  Jerichow (16).                                                 9pm  Romy (Romy - The Film) pg Friday          19th November    7pm  Sturm (Storm) (12)                                          ...

           ' One  of the most  animated annual rituals in the wine world is about to begin' Being the first wine available from the French 2010 harvest the Beaujolais Nouveau is a refreshing and stimulating reminder of the passing of seasons, a sort of liquid harvest tradition.

Hotel L'Escale Cap Blanc Nez 2,4,6 et 8 Rue de la Mer 62179 Escalles Tel:  33(0)3 21 85 25 00 Fax: 33(0)3 21 35 44 22 Web:   www.hotel-lescalle.com

LeChateau de Cocove *** 62890 - Recques Sur Hem Tel:  33(0)3 21 82 68 29 Fax: 33(0)3 21 82 72 59 E.mail:   chateaudecocove@hotmail.com Web:     www.chateaudecocove.com

 Our vast selection of dishes are prepared with the finest ingredients and the greatest care, so come and join us  every Sunday and enjoy our delicious food and excellent service.   Full Buffet every Sunday from 12.30pm until 3.00pm   Children between 6 and 12 at half price.   The Bugibba Hotel   Tourist Street,   Bugibba, Malta   Tel:   2158 0861

                                                                                     Splash & Fun Park                                                                       presents                                                        The Magical Christmas Tent Two full days filled with fun:                                            Boun...

 For your holidays in Ovronnaz only new, well manicured flats, big comfort and entirely equipped. Escape Locations Case postale 663 1911 Ovronnaz Tel:           +41 (0)27 306 69 11 Fax:          +41 (0)27 306 69 12 E mail:      info@escape-location.ch Web:       www.escape-location.ch

                                                                      Les 4 Saisons ****                            We will be very happy to welcome you at the Hotel Quatre saisons in Ovronnaz. You will then experience the quality, elegance and comfort of our establishment with its warm reception, personalised service and the natural beauty of its surroundings. Sandra et Romauld michellod Mobile:   +41 (0)79 818 40 46 E mail:      info@les4saisons.ch Web:       www.les4saisons.ch  4 rooms

Hostellerie de L'Ardeve *** Room with shower/toilets, Mini-bar, Cable TV, Radio and telephone, wifi. Gastronomic restaurant, cafe', brewery, terrasse, playground for children, 2km to the centre of Ovronanaz. Animals welcome. Famille J. Zurbuchen Tel:        +41 (0)27 305 25 25  Fax:       +41 (0)27 305 25 26 E mail:     info@hotelardeve.ch Web:       www.hotelardeve.ch                15 rooms  

THE specialist for Valais specialities. Ice-Cream and home-made pastries. Children's menu. Large panoramic terrace. Web;   www.chemicky.ch Tel:      027 306 32 04

Get Away from it all Indulge in a Relaxing Break with a Special Pre-Christmas Offer B&B basis in Standard rooms with the possibility of upgrades and supplements. Hotel Calypso Marsalforn Bay, Gozo Tel:            2150 2000, 2156 2012 E mail:       reservations@hotelcalypsogozo.com Web:         www.hotelcalypsogozo.com  

When open, the Foodstore and its surroundings will offer:  - Adajacent/Opposite  playing field and open gym  - Street level leisure shopping  - Abundance of parking spaces  - Best prices for the best services  - Absolute hygiene  - Opening all week, including public holidays and sundays  Tel:   9945 9430

Gozitan Priest Edward Vella recently published a book entitled  San Gorg Preca In this publication:            Sacerdotskont Qalbi - San  Gorg  Preca                                        L-Ispiritwalita ta' hajtu u Kitbietu

Obesity is the No 1 public health problem in the world. Fight the fat today. Check out our beauty treatments, massage and holistic therapies online at :   www.feelgood.com.mt Tel:        2012 2107 Email:    info@feelgood.com.mt

Germany is known as the European country that embraces the idea of a Christmas market, and Cologne's Christmas markets have been recognised by the UK Times newspaper as the best of them all. When:       Now until December 23  Where:     Cologne, Germany Web:         www.koelnernachtsmarkt.de

An  exhibition by renowned Mexican artist Frida Kahlo, whose paintings are a symbol of Mexican national tradition. Besides paintings and drawings this year, for the first time many of Kahlo's self-portraiture has ever been seen in Europe. The displayed work will include:  Self-portrait with Thorn Necklace                                                    Hummingbird                                                    Self-portrait in a Velvet Dress. For more information and to book tickets:      www.bankaustria-kuntstforum.at

Traditional cuisine. Specialities, various fondues and wood-fire raclettes. Terrace opposite the Muverans. Tel:   027 306 23 72

Charles Daniel Saliba launched his 19th book on the Maltese Language."Malti ghall-Ezamijiet b'Pariri u Twegibiet" ( Maltese for examinations with advice and answers). This book, written in a friendly style for all students from Form 1 to Form 5, explains how to write a good essay, formal and informal letters and how to answer  comprehension questions.                                                       www.charlesdanielsaliba. com

Sunday Lunch at St. George Hotel. Dine in style with a chic atmosphere that sets scene for the perfect Sunday afternoon Every Sunday between 12.30 hrs and 15.00 hrs Children between the ages of  6-12 at half price Tel:   2011 1000 St George Hotel Paceville Avenue, St Julian's 4 hours free parking

Experience the odyssey of the Divine Comedy at Salerno's Grotto di Pertosa. Date:      until November 20, Saturdays only Place:     Grotto di Pertosa, Pertosa, Italy Cost:       Advance booking compulsory Web:      www.tappetovolante.org Tel:        +39(0)818 631581

Claude Monet Exhibition will be held in Paris, at the stately  Grand Palais. The exhibition will begin in his early days in the 1860's and follows his  progression into one of the most iconic artists of the period and to him becoming known as the Father Impressionism. Date:       September 22 to January 24 Place:      Galeries Nationales du Grand Palais, Paris, France Cost:  Web:       www.monet2010.com

The International Christmas market, Geneva is in the main shopping area.   It offers shoppers the chance to buy locally made arts and crafts  and colourful  knickknacks from around the world. When:   November  25 to December 24  Place:   Place de la Fusterie, Geneva, Switzerland  Entrance:  Free

  Date:              10 - 17 December   Venue:            Museum of Mevlana, Konya, Turkey   The commemorative ceremony for  Mevlana, the great Sufic saint, is one of the world's most unique   spectacles.   Millions of people descend to Konya to join in.   The Sema (worship ceremony) is divided into seven parts and includes four distinct musical movements      Web:   www.selene.com.tr.   

                                                           Chenin Blanc   Strong lime, tropical, ripe pineapple aromas shows on the nose and are complimented with a long clean,   crisp aftertaste.  This medium full style Chenin Blanc will mature well in the bottle after bottling.                                                             Foot Of Africa

                                                          Shiraz/ Viognier  A combination of deep red colour with prominent spicy, blackcurrant and red fruit flavours on the nose and  a hint of honeysuckle. Touches of mulberry and rosemary on the palate are well integrated with the French oak  tannins to give the wine a long, lingering aftertaste.                                                           Foot Of Africa    

 Conrad Hotel Brussels *****  Avenue Louise 71  Louizalaan - 1050 Brussels   Tel:  +32 2 542 42 42   Fax: +32 2 542 42 00   E mail:  brusselsinfo@conradhotels.com   Web:   www.conradhotels.com

 Geneva's Escalade includes demonstrations, tours, music and re-enactments all over the city.  The event marks the victory over the Duke of Savoy, who tried to capture the city in 1602.   A bonfire is erected on the Cour Saint-Pierre outside the cathedral, and the famous soup of Mere Royaume  (famous for stalling invaders by being dropped over them) along mulled wine, is available. Web:   www.1602.ch

                                                          Music for your Wedding? We give you excellent service, great music with  NO fancy prices Phone Ray  7965 7657

                                                                  MADC                                                                   presents                                                                SCROOGE A Christmas Panto at the MFCC Ta' Qali With Alan Montanaro as the Dame Date:  22nd December till 9th January Tickets Booking now open Book online at www.madc.biz Ticket Hotline:  9999 6232                    ...

                                                  The Little Sweep and Noye's Fludde                                              An Operatic double-bill by Benjamin Britten Date 19th  & 20th November 2010, 19.30hrs, Teatru Manoel Web:   www.teatuemanoelcom.mt.

                                                                  13 The Musical                                                      A grown up story about growing up Place:   St Agatha's Auditorium,                      Rabat, Malta Date:    13th November 2010 Time:        7.30pm Web:   www.masquerademalta.com                 

The MFCC Weddings Exhibition  2010 Opening hours:  11 Nov              18.00 - 22.30                          12 & 13 Nov:    18.00 - 23.00                                    14 Nov:   10.00 - 21.00 At the MFCC Ta' Qali

 This restaurant with a fantastic view of Bern's Old town is situated next to Bear's Pits.  Tramdepot  beer is  brewed from hops and malt in the copper brewery, right in the middle of the restaurant.  Altes Tramdepot  Grosser Muristalden 6  Linie 12 Barengraben  Web:  www.altesdepot.ch

 Attre castle was built on the foundations of a mediaeval  fortress.   Features of the castle grounds include an English garden, a woodland garden, a ruined belvedere tower, a  fifteenth-century dovecote, a heritage, the  Vignou  tower, a swiss chalet and a bathing pavilion  The castle and the artificial grotto are listed as major Heritage Sites in Wallonia.  Chateau  D'Attre  Avenue du  Chateau,8  7941 Brugelette  Tel:  +32(0)68 45 44 60  Email:  chateau.de.attre@skynet.be

 Spice up your life a  little and enjoy trembling with fear on our rope bridges stretched across an old wooded,  17-hectare quarry overlooking the  Meuse valley.  Your group of 15 people will be fitted-out with crash-helmets and climbing-harnesses and will be guided by  qualified instructors to ensure perfect safety.  After a briefing, you will be off on the initiation route through the  air and underground, including the via ferrata, 40 monkey-bridges, climbing, abseiling, a "death-slide", a test of  balance and an underground passageway.   Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.  Dinant  Aventure (Lesse Kayaks SA)  Place Baudoin 1e,2  5500 Dinant  Tel:  +32(0)82 22 43 97  E mail:  info@dinantaventure.be  Web:   www.dinantaventure.be

 Riviera Lodge  Swiss Backpackers  Francois  Commend  Grande-Place 5  1800 Vevey   Tel:    021 923 80 40   Fax:   021 923 80 41   e mail:  info@rivieralodge.ch   web:    www. rivieralodge.ch

 Building dated from 1592. Typical Vaudois cafe with period beams.  The village of Corsier where Charley  Chaplin used to live, is 5 minutes from the centre of Vevey. Rooms with TV entirely renovated in spring 1998.  De La Place **  Cafe-Hotel de la Place,  F. Waechter  Place du Temple 5  1804 Corsier   tel:     021 921 12 87   Fax:   021 921 12 87    E mail:   Hotel_de_la_place@caramail.com    Web:     www.swissnew.ch/hoteldelaplace

Le Vivier ** Hotel - Restaurant  - Vue sur Mer Place de l'Eglise 62179 Wissant Tel:  33(0)3 21 35 93 61 Fax:  33(0) 21 82 10 99 E mail:  le.vivier@wanadoo.fr Web:  www.levivier.com

Holiday Inn *** Calais 5, Boulevard des Allies 62100 Calais Tel:   33(0)3 21 34 69 69 Fax:   33(0)3 21 07 09 15 Web:  www.holidayinn.fr/calais-nord

La Ferme du Vert *** Hotel - Restaurant 62720 Wierre-Effroy Tel:  33(0)3 21 87 67 00 Fax:  33(0)3 21 83 22 62 E mail:  ferme.du.vert@wanadoo.fr Web:   www.fermeduvert.com

                                                   The King's Own Band                                                     proudly presents its                                              Annual Symphonic Concert with the participation of the Chorus Urbanus under the direction of Dr. John Galea at the                                         Catholic  Institute - Floriana Saturday 6th November 2010 at 7.00pm Free Entrance

Make the most of the chilly weather by basking in the warm sun rays on our terrace while enjoying our spectacular views during clear winter afternoon. Chef Meccheri has created delicious seasonal meal for you to enjoy. New York style brunches on Saturday/ Sunday Roasts and afternoon tea will be provided. Entertainment for kids, long walks in the surrounding countryside and viewing of all major sporting events will make for a great day out. our outdoor fire pit baia beach club fleece blankets, and fire place will ensure you can stay warm and cosy stay warm inside or out. Don't forget to book your Xmas staff parties early to avoid disappointment. we are taking reservations and will open outside regular dates/ hours subject to demand. tel:   2157 0942 Little Armier L/O of  Mellieha Web:      www.baiabeachclub.com E mail:    sarah@baiabeachclub.com

                                                             KRISHNA                                                           Indian  Cuisine                                                       A fine taste of India Introducing delivery service every Wednesday & Thursday Dinner only from 7pm to 11pm                             Gzira - Sliema - Msida - St Julian's - Ta'Xbiex - Swieqi - Kappara 97, The Strand, Sliema Tel:  2134 6291 - 2131 5731

From simple plate menus to full course banquets: gastronomical diversity is the order of the day.  Fresh market products are carefully prepared and  composed. Schmiedstube Schmiedenplatz 5 Tel:  031 311 34 61 Mo - Sa 8.45 - 23.30h Linien 3/5/9/10/12/19 Zyglogge web:   www.schmiedstube.com

 Aubel  Artisanal  Fruit Syrups  Rue Saint Antoine, 16  4880 Aubel  tel:  +32(0)87 68 75 45  e mail: sirop_artisanal.aubel@skynet.be  Web:   www.sirop.be

 Sanglochons Farm (cross between a pig and a wild boar)  Chaussee de  Namur, 41  6840 Neufchateau (Verlaine)  Tel:  +32(0)61 22 22 33  E mail:  sanglochons@skynet.be