Sentences with phrase «sea ports for»

It is however important to note that size of the depreciation hints at an anomaly with investors blaming poor weather, the closure of LA and Long Beach sea ports for delays in capital and a stronger dollar for decline in demand for US exports.

Not exact matches

Stopping at a port or in a fjord in northern Norway is more convenient for NATO subs because it's closer to the Norwegian Sea, though which Russian subs pass on the way to the North Atlantic, transiting the GIUK gap.

After wandering the seas for a month and a half, the same tanker docked at a port on the heel of Italy's boot and offloaded what the ship's documents claimed was Greek olive oil.

The federal government has separately contracted outside expertise to examine options for fully privatizing Canada's air and sea ports.

A voyage with Regent Seven Seas Cruises includes all - suite accommodations, round - trip domestic air and business - class air on intercontinental flights from U.S. and Canada, highly personalized service, exquisite cuisine, fine wines and spirits, unlimited internet access, sightseeing excursions in every port, gratuities, ground transfers and a pre-cruise hotel package for guests staying in concierge - level suites and higher.

The port had served for a century as the main access point for Manchester, linked by a ship canal to Liverpool and the sea.

Man is left hopelessly at sea, with neither rudder for direction nor a final port in which to drop anchor.

Our itinerary was for three nights on board — with Day 2 being a port of call at Castaway Cay, and then a day at sea to enjoy the ship.

Once a port for the ancient Maya, then a base for Spanish forces in the 1500s, Xel - Ha's location on the coast leads is picturesque, but it's also where the sea meets the maze of underwater rivers and caves as well as carved out lagoons, that makes it a «natural aquarium».

Interestingly, the UK Border Agency — responsible for securing the UK border at air, rail and sea ports and migration controls — was set up in 2008 following a very similar set of criticisms that forced the then Labour Home Secretary John Reid to declare that the Home Office's immigration directorate was «not fit for purpose» and that a single Agency was needed to secure effective and efficient management of the UK border.

«I don't remember as I always say that under NPP for eight years, Ghana was actually a paradise but look around you today, look at our interventions in transportation, look at our transformation in the sea ports of Ghana, look at the transformation in our road network, look at the elevations in all the key medical facilities we have across the country, look at the new ones coming up, look at the housing infrastructure...» she pointed out in response to claims by the NPP that the Mahama administration has been a disaster and made Ghanaians poorer.

He added that the budget was for actualisation and implementation of the state deep sea port, super highway and other laudable projects earmarked for completion.

«We call on the Federal Government to build five functional sea ports of international standard for the region, and commence the clean up processes of the Koluama Oil Spill in Bayelsa.

Operators of ships not remaining within that area (other than for reasons purely related to safety of life at sea, weather, navigational safety or military instructions) should allow any of their seafarers to choose not to proceed to the high - risk zone by allowing any such seafarers to leave the ship (or not to join it) at a preceding port.

Shadowed by a support boat for safety, Ward and a crew of 24 — including her two sons — sailed their 66 - foot reconstruction, called Min of the Desert, on the Red Sea for two weeks, setting out from Safaga, a modern port not far from Mersa Gawasis.

Neighboring Cameroon has also organized workshops for customs officials at air and sea ports to identify and seize pangolin shipments.

In 1991, the IMO adopted guidelines which recommend that ships should avoid taking on ballast in shallow areas and during toxic blooms of marine algae; keep accurate records of where and when ballast is loaded; exchange ballast water at sea, where toxic organisms are rare; and discharge sediments into approved areas at the port of destination («End of the line for deadly stowaways», New Scientist, 24 October 1992).

Nations bordering the Baltic, the North Sea and the English Channel then introduced still stricter stability standards for ferries using their ports.

ON 20 June last year, the Apollo Sea left the South African port of Saldanha bound for China with 124 000 tonnes of iron ore.

On my way back home I popped into a little area that I fell in love with — it felt like a little sea port town and for a minute I forgot where I was!

Israel's acknowledgement of Hamas as the best of a bad bunch is evident in the substance of the Cairo talks: the building blocks of a future state and a two - state resolution to the Israeli Palestinian conflict — rule by a Palestinian national unity government, open borders, a sea port, extended territorial waters, and an airport — in exchange for military and security arrangements that ensure the security of both Israel and the Palestinians.

«The fad for Egyptian cats very quickly spread through the ancient Greek and Roman world, and even much further afield, since cats were found in Viking ports established on the Baltic Sea between 500 and 800 CE.»

Some scent hounds put their noses to good use at airports and sea ports, checking incoming passengers and packages for contraband.

For a stroll, the Promenade allows you to walk all around the ship, while the ship's top deck offers a calm spot to relax, while enjoying the sea air and incredible views, particularly when entering or leaving the port.

Mooloolaba has a large port where you can learn to sail, head out for a day of deep sea fishing or join a whale watching cruise in season.

In Oia itself, you can enjoy a romantic day out by heading down the cliff - cut steps down to the beach for a day relaxing drink - in - hand with your partner, or venture to Fira to see the gorgeous whitewashed houses and deep blue sea with boats to - ing and fro - ing from the port.

Even at sea, you'll get a taste of Cuban culture before you even step foot on land; listen in on informative talks for every port, which cover everything from what to expect of your destinations to Cuban slang lessons to nightly story - times that tell of Cuban tales and history.

By Sea: In addition to being a commercial port, Arica is also a port - of - call for many cruise ships which offer day - trip excursions inland as well as city tours.

The port is the main stopover for many large international cruise liners plying the Andaman Sea and the Straits of Malacca.

Experience the Mighty Clarence River cruising for 2 days calling into ports along the way visiting heritage towns i.e., Ulmarra, Lawrence, Maclean - sea side villages Iluka and Yamba.

Royal Caribbean's Symphony of the Seas will have the capacity to carry 5,494 passengers when it sets sail for European ports, including Barcelona and Palma de Mallorca in Spain, Marseille in France and the Italian ports of Florence, Pisa, Rome and Naples.

Set on the Thu Bon River, tucked between lowland countryside and the balmy South China Sea, it was once a stop on the Silk Route, its port an age - old hub for international trade.

Latest figures from Shearings reveal that bookings for its new sea cruises have doubled following the launch of free port transfers.

Closer to town, brand new Wawan Guesthouse opposite Amore Cafe was getting ready to open a couple of cute wooden rooms, not beachfront but with a beachy vibe and Waru Guesthouse just east of the port offers a bit of sand and sea with your basic mattress on the floor and share bathroom or for a little more comfort, consider Escape Beach Hotel.

Rio Dulce, is the place for sea lovers and jungle afficionados... Located East of Guatemala city, Rio Dulce is a river flowing from Baja Verapaz to Livingston the Carribean port of Guatemala.

With our prime position for all port douglas has to offer; four mile beach, reef marina, st mary's by the sea chapel, sugar wharf, sunday markets, restaurants, coles supermarket, boutique shops; all while being off the road and beautifully secluded.

As you look at the liveaboard schedules you will notice that there is a great variety in the itineraries for days at sea, dive destinations and ports.

The Azores, with their emerald calderas and deep blue seas are havens for hikers and whale watchers; Madeira is famed for its namesake wine, pleasant year - round climate and lively port towns; while Cape Verde, also volcanic, lies 500 km west of Senegal and is known for its Creole Portuguese - African culture and sublime shorelines.

Polis is served by the fishing port of Latsi — a pole of attraction all the year round and reputed for its fish taverns, sea - sport facilities and boat rides up to Akamas — a must for all Polis visitors.

Celebrating its first birthday of service, this Regent Seven Seas Cruises luxury ship is home porting in South Florida for Caribbean sailings through March.

A famous sea port city in Shandong Province that is known for its beer and old concession villas, Qingdao is also a popular beach town that draws millions of beach lovers to its shores each year.

Located on South Sound, this beach offers the convenience of being close to the cruise port to allow for more time enjoying the sun, sand and sea.

From a charming fishing port in the UK to a beach holiday hotspot nestled on the coast of the Red Sea, we've round up some top destinations for a short springtime break away Centre Parcs, across UK With four locations... Continue reading →

Constructed along the coastline on a 39 - foot (12 - meter) cliff overlooking the Caribbean Sea, Tulum was a prominent trading and navigational port for the city of Coba during the Postclassic period (1200 AD to 1500 AD).

Think Havana - Cuba, think flamenco, picture beaches that seem to go on for miles and think sea port taverns with noise exploding from their innards... Cadiz has oodles of character, intriguing sights and streets, plus wonderful seafood.

Although 70 miles from the sea, Seville has been a port for most of its history thanks to the navigable Guadalquivir.

Walk around narrow, cobbled streets down to the sea, the old port having been revived with new museums, photography gallery, cinema and various cultural centres for different exhibitions, events and celebrations throughout the year.

Room features include air - conditioning, private bathroom facilities (bath and shower, deluxe bath amenities, hair dryer, WC), tea and coffee making facilities for daily refreshment, high tech phone units with data ports, safe box, high speed Wi — Fi and broadband internet (additional charge), large LCD flat screen Satellite and Interactive TV, bathrobe, slippers, electronic key card access, telephone, and a a private furnished balcony with stunning Gulf Sea views.

The city can be traced back to at least 138 BC, so you can imagine that there's a wealth of history and culture — but of course not just that, it's a sea side port city, with a lovely natural park within easy reach, plus it makes for an interesting corporate entertainment location — as well as being ideal for all other types of tourism.

The MV Golden Dawn operates out of Port Moresby for Northern Coral Sea, Alotau in Milne Bay and other ports as required.