The sale of the Danish West Indies was a process of political maneuver and vulnerability, and, as the post-emancipation years loomed irreparably on in the colony, a result of economic stagnation. Caribbean historian Isaac Dookhan cites an “economic decline” as a primary condition following the proclamation of emancipation in 1848, but Danish historian Peter Jensen shows that the economy, as far as agriculture was concerned, suffered small fluctuations due to weather and drought conditions but overall benefited from the conglomerations of plantation estates after emancipation. In addition, government expenditures increased dramatically, Dookhan writes, which may be a reason for the eventual sale of the islands. However, a new type of economy was taking shape, one without proscriptive slave labor, and government expenditures, as well as population, were naturally increasing in the West Indies due to this shift. The sale must have been motivated by other inherent factors, despite the perceptions of the islands as “economic liabilities.”

Leeds is the biggest city in Yorkshire, and an increasingly attractive destination in which to book into a hotel and have a city break. It has plenty of events and festivals going on throughout the year, but the biggest ones to get tickets for are the Carling Weekend Music Festival and the International Film Festival.

If you are planning a business, leisure or family trip to New York City, consider staying at the New York Inn. This is a highly budget-friendly hotel with a great location to make your visit to NYC truly worthwhile. The hotel has recently undergone a major facelift for all its 36 rooms. So you can expect brand new interiors and enjoy a comfortable and affordable stay for as long as you are here.

Ramada Lough Allen Hotel Drumshanbo, Leitrim, Ireland Ramada Lough Allen and Suites is a 4 star hotel located in the North West of Ireland, Co Leitrim, on the shores of Lough Allen, 14 km from Carrick on Shannon and a short walk to Drumshanbo. The hotel is the ideal choice for many events such as weddings and conferences. It is also the perfect destination for long and short break, including spa treatments and leisure centre. View my complete profile July 21st – 28th, 2012
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The Joe Mooney Summer School of Traditional Music, Song and Dance will take place in Drumshanbo, Co. Leitrim from July 21st – 28th,  2012. This renowned Summer School, now in its 24th year, will provide a full programme of workshops in traditional instruments– fiddle, flute, banjo, bodhrán, whistle, concertina, button accordion, piano accordion, harp, uilleann pipes, mandolin and bouzouki. Traditional accompaniment was successfully added to our programme last year and will be offered again in 2012. Tuition is also available in Set Dancing, Sean Nós Dancing, 2 Hand Dancing, Traditional Singing and Sean Nós Singing.

These daily workshops are presented professionally by tutors of the highest calibre. All classes are graded and all grades are well catered for by experienced tutors with excellent pedagogic skills  and strong motivation in passing on our traditional culture to overseas students and especially to our next generation of traditional musicians.

When it comes to taking that first big step as a new traveller, a lot of people immediately jump to group tours. Of course the fear of being alone is often well founded – new travellers find themselves completely overwhelmed about the complexities and intricacies of planning an overseas trip. Trying to book hotels and buy plane tickets in a completely unfamiliar environment where one often encounters language and culture barriers, is enough to frighten anyone onto the next group travel tour. However, there are so many benefits to making the conscious, and brave, decision to travel by yourself and to avoid the group travel tour.

Description
The Passaggio Boutique Hotel features fifteen spacious "Traveller" twin bed rooms and two generous "Family" rooms at an excellent, central location. Tasteful, high quality furnishings lend an air of permanence and familiarity to the rooms that will make you feel most at ease.

Aside from 17 comfortable accommodations and a relaxing and cosy terrace dining area, the Passaggio Boutique Hotel offers a comfortable and intimate ambiance ideal for families or travellers looking simply to relax while remaining close to the sights and sounds that Siem Reap is famous for.
The Passaggio\'s Swiss management treats guests to a unique blend of European and local influences which can be found both in service and facilities.

Location
Passaggio Boutique Hotel and the centre of Siem Reap town are separated by a short three-minute stroll, after which guests can immerse in the numerous dining, shopping and entertainment opportunities available. Restaurants as well as the Old Market with its craft shops are just nearby and the famous Angkor Temples are a mere 10-minute drive away.
From the airport, a brief 15-minute drive will bring guests to the hotel.

Accommodation
Cosy and well-equipped, the hotel\'s 17 air-conditioned rooms are furnished which cable TV, minibar and a bathroom with hot/cold showers. Located on the ground floor of the hotel, Standard Rooms measure 40 square metres and have twin beds.

- Superior Rooms
Are similar to the Standards in terms of size and bed configuration (twin beds only) but are located on the first floor, with some having bathtubs in the bathroom.

- Deluxe and Family rooms
Are the same with 1 king bed and 1 single bed, there are only 2 of these in the hotel, they are a bit larger at 60 square metres and can accommodate an extra bed.

Room Facilities:
• All rooms with individual Air Conditioning
• Ensuite hot / cold water bath or shower
• Hairdryer
• Minibar / Refrigerator
• Tea & Coffee maker
• Satellite / Cable TV
• Free WIFI in all rooms

Hotel Facilities & Services
Whether for an appetizing Continental or Asian breakfast or a romantic dinner with the night sky and river views in sight, the hotel\'s restaurant terrace is just the place to be. Refreshing drinks are also available at the hotel bar.

Hotel Facilities & Guest Services:
• Free pick-up service from the airport / Bus Station or Pier to the hotel
• Major Credit Cards accepted
• Restaurant / Terrace Bar
• Swimming Pool (Saltwater)
• Business centre / free WIFI
• Safe deposit box
• Laundry service
• Tour arrangements

Situated 2.5 kilometres to the west of Dublin city centre, Phoenix Park is more than double the size of New York’s Central Park, and has a greater area than that of all of London’s city parks added together. It was created in 1662 as a hunting park for Charles II, by the Viceroy of Ireland, the Duke of Ormond, and stocked with fallow deer and more than 1000 pheasants and partridge. It was opened to the public in 1747, and has been a civic amenity ever since.

William Wordsworth (1770 - 1850) remains one of Britain's best loved poets, one of the three "Lake Poets" along with Samuel Taylor Coleridge and Robert Southey who immortalised the beautiful natural landscapes of the Lake District region.

Playa del Carmen is a coastal town in Mexico along the Caribbean Sea. Situated in the northeast of the Mexicanstate of Quintana Roo, the city is an exotic holiday destination that welcomes a myriad of visitors every year. The long stretch of white sandy beaches and the crystal waters of the Caribbean provide a spectacular setting for a memorable vacation in Playa del Carmen.

RANGELEY - Twenty-five Bus Tour Operators from across the country visited the Rangeley Lakes Region as part of their six-day familiarization tour of Maine. The “Fam” Tour was organized and hosted by members of the Maine Motorcoach Network, a group of businesses from across the state that meet year long to plan this event in an effort to increase organized tour business in the state of Maine.