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Sydney Harbour has a rich history. The foreshores were settled by Aborigines going back 50,000 years but European contact wasn't until much later. Between 1606 and 1770, some 54 ships from a range of European nations made contact. Many of these were merchant ships from the celebrated Dutch East Indies Company. They included the ships of Abel Tasman who charted some of the north, west and south coasts of “New Holland” – as Australia was then known.
In 1770, the English captain and navigator James Cook charted the Australian east coast in his ship Endeavour and took possession of the land naming the eastern coast “New South Wales”.
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The Gentleman's Travel Club (GTC) was created after one of the founders became seriously ill, an illness brought on by stress. He realized that he had to escape or die. Whilst recuperating, he asked himself what he really needed in his year, to be able to deal with the stresses and pressures of business life.
He knew it had to be a case of “no-holds-barred-no expense spared”.
After ten years of trial and error during which time he tried, amongst others, monastic retreats, seclusion on a mountain, walking the desert and yoga; none of these gave him the inner relaxation and feeling of absolute well-being he needed.
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“Farm Cove” – in the modern day “Botanical Gardens” was the original farm of the First Fleet. Nine acres of corn was established on either side of a small stream. Nearby “Garden Island” was cleared by the crew of HMS Sirius as a garden for the ship's company. It became a naval base in 1856. You can still see a rigging shed, sail loft, barracks, stores and sick bay that date to 1880's.
“Fort Denison” – in the middle of the harbor – is Sydney's Alcatraz. It was originally called “Pinchgut” and was used as a penal island. The first convict was sent there on 8th February 1788 for stealing biscuits. The original sandstone cliffs were quarried to build the fort and tower in 1857 to defend Sydney against a threat from Russian warships.
Their aim is to provide for every whim or desire that, you, the hard working businessman needs to unwind and recharge your batteries before launching yourself back into the stress of your normal every day working life.
For one week you can forget the pressures you face in a normal day and retire into a world of relaxation and hedonistic pleasures.
They never cater for more than six members on any complimentary activity; thus ensuring the utmost attention to all your needs and requirements.
One of the nicest ways of enjoying a history of the harbor is by chartering your own Sydney harbour cruise boats. A range of vessels is available – from a simple rowboat to a 125 foot superyacht you can be Published without charge. You can to republish this article in your website or blog. Please provide links Active.
A visit to European countries couldn’t be finished without having a trip to one of the continent’s most spectacular cities. Located 2 hours north of the Italian capital, Florence is really a tourists dream.
Florence, Italy is perhaps one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Known for its long history as well as art and cultures, it is indeed a tourist destination and a must for anyone visiting Italy. It is filled with gorgeous piazzas, parks, churches and museums. The markets and artist galleries will be pleasing to all.
It really is every thing you may have dreamed of in a metropolis and more! Look through world-class fine art galleries and museums, stare in awe at historical architectural mastery, take a romantic stroll along the Arno River, and stroll to Piazzale Michelangelo in order to get a wonderful display of Florence’s sky line. Ensure you photograph the wonderful panorama and scenery, browse in trendy stores or perhaps start a conversation with one of the warm and friendly local people who would definitely be happy to explain more to do with their precious city and perhaps even take you on a tour.
The region has long been known for is wonderful cuisine. You can enjoy an upscale classical meal or a leisurely lunch at one of the many cafes. The shopping will provide you the latest fashion designs and trends. You can also stroll through the city on a walking tour. The city of Florence with its old world looks and breathtaking landscape is a great place to have an exhibition or any other type of event.
The town enjoyed a crucial role in medieval times and continues to draw in travellers from all over the world. So when you are unable to determine where to go for your holiday getaway, consider traveling to Florence and you’ll discover why so many revisit repeatedly!
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GENERAL ELECTRIC –
Television Holdings:
* NBC: includes 13 stations, 28% of US households.
* NBC Network News: The Today Show, Nightly News with Tom Brokaw, Meet the Press, Dateline NBC, NBC News at Sunrise.
* CNBC business television; MSNBC 24-hour cable and Internet news service (co-owned by NBC and Microsoft); Court TV (co-owned with Time Warner), Bravo (50%), A&E (25%), History Channel (25%).
The "MS" in MSNBC
means microsoft
The same Microsoft that donated 2.4 million to get GW bush elected.
Other Holdings:
* GE Consumer Electronics.
* GE Power Systems: produces turbines for nuclear reactors and power plants.
* GE Plastics: produces military hardware and nuclear power equipment.
* GE Transportation Systems: runs diesel and electric trains.
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WESTINGHOUSE / CBS INC.
Westinghouse Electric Company, part of the Nuclear Utilities Business Group of British Nuclear Fuels (BNFL)
whos #1 on the Board of Directors? None other than:
Frank Carlucci (of the Carlyle Group)
Television Holdings:
* CBS: includes 14 stations and over 200 affiliates in the US.
* CBS Network News: 60 minutes, 48 hours, CBS Evening News with Dan Rather, CBS Morning News, Up to the Minute.
* Country Music Television, The Nashville Network, 2 regional sports networks.
* Group W Satellite Communications.
Other Holdings:
* Westinghouse Electric Company: provides services to the nuclear power industry.
* Westinghouse Government Environmental Services Company: disposes of nuclear and hazardous wastes. Also operates 4 government-owned nuclear power plants in the US.
* Energy Systems: provides nuclear power plant design and maintenance.
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VIACOM INTERNATIONAL INC.
Television Holdings:
* Paramount Television, Spelling Television, MTV, VH-1, Showtime, The Movie Channel, UPN (joint owner), Nickelodeon, Comedy Central, Sundance Channel (joint owner), Flix.
* 20 major market US stations.
Media Holdings:
* Paramount Pictures, Paramount Home Video, Blockbuster Video, Famous Players Theatres, Paramount Parks.
* Simon & Schuster Publishing.
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DISNEY / ABC / CAP
Television Holdings:
* ABC: includes 10 stations, 24% of US households.
* ABC Network News: Prime Time Live, Nightline, 20/20, Good Morning America.
* ESPN, Lifetime Television (50%), as well as minority holdings in A&E, History Channel and E!
* Disney Channel/Disney Television, Touchtone Television.
Media Holdings:
* Miramax, Touchtone Pictures.
* Magazines: Jane, Los Angeles Magazine, W, Discover.
* 3 music labels, 11 major local newspapers.
* Hyperion book publishers.
* Infoseek Internet search engine (43%).
Other Holdings:
* Sid R. Bass (major shares) crude oil and gas.
* All Disney Theme Parks, Walt Disney Cruise Lines.
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TIME-WARNER TBS – AOL
America Online (AOL) acquired Time Warner–the largest merger in corporate history.
Television Holdings:
* CNN, HBO, Cinemax, TBS Superstation, Turner Network Television, Turner Classic Movies, Warner Brothers Television, Cartoon Network, Sega Channel, TNT, Comedy Central (50%), E! (49%), Court TV (50%).
* Largest owner of cable systems in the US with an estimated 13 million subscribers.
Media Holdings:
* HBO Independent Productions, Warner Home Video, New Line Cinema, Castle Rock, Looney Tunes, Hanna-Barbera.
* Music: Atlantic, Elektra, Rhino, Sire, Warner Bros. Records, EMI, WEA, Sub Pop (distribution) = the world’s largest music company.
* 33 magazines including Time, Sports Illustrated, People, In Style, Fortune, Book of the Month Club, Entertainment Weekly, Life, DC Comics (50%), and MAD Magazine.
Other Holdings:
* Sports: The Atlanta Braves, The Atlanta Hawks, World Championship Wrestling.
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NEWS CORPORATION LTD. / FOX NETWORKS (Rupert Murdoch)
Television Holdings:
* Fox Television: includes 22 stations, 50% of US households.
* Fox International: extensive worldwide cable and satellite networks include British Sky Broadcasting (40%); VOX, Germany (49.9%); Canal Fox, Latin America; FOXTEL, Australia (50%); STAR TV, Asia; IskyB, India; Bahasa Programming Ltd., Indonesia (50%); and News Broadcasting, Japan (80%).
* The Golf Channel (33%).
MEDIA HOLDINGS:
* Twentieth Century Fox, Fox Searchlight.
* 132 newspapers (113 in Australia alone) including the New York Post, the London Times and The Australian.
* 25 magazines including TV Guide and The Weekly Standard.
* HarperCollins books.
OTHER HOLDINGS:
* Sports: LA Dodgers, LA Kings, LA Lakers, National Rugby League.
* Ansett Australia airlines, Ansett New Zealand airlines.
* Rupert Murdoch: Board of Directors, Philip Morris (USA).
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