Dubai Travel 2014

When booking your holiday(s) please ensure the holiday company has:


ATOL Certificate
This confirms that your money is protected by the ATOL scheme
and that you can get home if your travel company collapses.
This certificate sets out how the ATOL scheme will protect the people
named on it for the parts of their trip listed below

Who is protected? Everyone in the party and they should be individually named
Number of passengers: [6]


What is protected?
This will stated exactly what holiday you requested. Example of mine listed.
Package Holiday: Flights , Hotel, Transfers
8 Nights, Resort:Jumeirah Palm / United Arab Emirates ,
Depart 30/July/2014 , Return 7/August/2014
UK Departure Airport : - BIRMINGHAM INTERNATIONAL
Destination Airport : - DUBAI INTERNATIONAL
Return Destination Airport : BIRMINGHAM INTERNATIONAL
You can find more detailed information on your booking, including price, on the confirmation
you will receive from Margs Enterprise Travel Plc

Who is protecting your trip?
This will be the travel agents details and your Booking reference number
Margs Enterprise Travel ATOL 1987.Booking Reference 49906

Your protection
You can find more detailed information on your booking, including price, on the confirmation
you will receive from Margs Enterprise Travel Plc.

1 complete their trip and return to the UK; or
2 receive a refund.

Your protection depends on the terms of the ATOL scheme (available at www.atol.org.uk).
If Margs Enterprise Travel Plc stops trading, you must follow the instructions at
www.atol.org.uk (where there will be details of arrangements to bring people back to the
UK, and information on how people can claim their money back) or you can call
(+44)7624 0000.

By issuing this ATOL Certificate, under Regulation 17 of the Civil Aviation (Air Travel Organisers Licensing) Regulations 2012, Margs Enterprise Travel XXXXXX confirms that the trip to which it applies is sold in line with the ATOL held by the  organiser named above.

The ATOL scheme is run by the Civil Aviation Authority and paid for by the Air Travel Trust. To see what that is and what you can expect, together with full information on its terms and conditions go to www.atol.org.uk.

As well as the protection of the ATOL scheme, you have protection under the Package Travel Regulations. For more
information see www.direct.gov.uk in the Travel and Transport section.
Unique reference
number:
Date of issue: ATOL Certificate
Issuer:
ATOL
number: Package sale
Margs Enterprise Travel
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Shoes Shoes Shoes

Fashion

My love of Shoes

I really love shoes and this I believe stems from my young days when my uncle use to come to our house and measure our feet. The shoes he promised us never arrived.

I have been "threatening" the family I will blog on the topic. My collections of shoes has tripled over the year  as my eldest daughter use to say "mummy you have all these shoes but only wear one"

                                    Shoes are made for walking and the more comfortable the better

CRUISES

Denmark
The first time I went on a cruise was to the Scandinavian countries with the children in the nineties. My reaction was one of doubt and what is the need or why do people want to be stuck on the ship for a week or two.

Mediterranean

My second travel was with a dear friend, we started on a weeks holiday in Cyprus and joined the Seam Bream one of air-tours ships. Whilst in Cyprus we stayed in Protarious and it was a nice family holiday. We were treated like princesses on the ship.  Dinned on the captains table every night and had a great time.

Ocean Village:

This was our honeymoon and we booked it in November 2005 to travel in June 2006. We were really looking forward to the travel and being together. It seemed a long while away but it soon arrived and we had a fantastic time.

20 June 2006 Manchester International to Palma Malloca where we joined the ship. We stayed at a hotel in Manchester.  We were on the ship for 14 glorious nights.

Itinerary
Tuesday - Palma Airport -
Wednesday - At sea
Thursday - La Goulette
Friday - Civitavechia
Saturday - Genoa
Sunday -St Rapheal
Monday - Barcelona
Tuesday - Palma
Wednesday - At sea
Thursday -  La Goulette
Friday - Naples
Saturday - Livorno
Sunday - Villefranche
Monday - Ajaccio
Tuesday - Palma
Tunis was our first port of call, we went round the markets and the town to have a feel of the culture.
Rome
We went to see the Colosseum, Pantheon and the Sistine Chapel (awesome)
The Spanish steps was something else, had to toss a coin in Trevi Fountain this means I am bound to go back to Rome - fantastic this is for anyone who believes in culture and art.
Gucci


Cannes:

 We walked on the bolvd de la Croisette looked at the beautiful Antique shops and the sleepy hill top village of St Paul de Vence.
Relaxed in a few bars and the beaches and Damian got me some nice tops, sunglasses watch from the boutiques.

Maggie's Travels: Photo Gallery

Maggie's Travels: Photo Gallery

Maggie's Travels: Photo Gallery

Maggie's Travels: Photo Gallery

Bulgaria

Information - Golden sands resort, Varna, Bulgaria

Golden Sands resort, Bulgaria. Successful choise for your holidays.
The pearl of the Black sea coast. Find there a lot of sun, limpid sea
water, tremendous naturally sands and magnificent forest.


Looking to go to a perfectly different place this summer. I am thinking of the budget as well. With an opening summary like this what more can

The travel agent suggested Bulgaria so here I am doing all my homework.
http://www.goldensands.bg/info/varna.asp
This is a link my friends girl friend passed to me today. I must say it really looks impressive.

Comments from mates:
it's a really wonderfull place, ofcourse it have his bad sides, like every other place in this world, Varna is really and I mean it really nice place to stay, tge life there is really good and the people are really nice :):) I'll speak with one of my friends, she is a student there and she will give me a little bit more information about the sity, but I know it's really beautiful and safe place, but as every other place have his bad sides..... :)

Where you spend your summer depends a little on what you like and how old your children are?

Bulgaria can offer everything from tranquil mountains for hiking or mountain biking, horse riding etc

Then there is the Black Sea coast with sun & sand for all ages Sunny Beach & Golden Sands being the most commercial resorts overrun by drunken youngsters

Albena is a lovely resort commercial but more suited to young families

Balchik is a historic town with local charm (and several golf courses nearby)

Sozopol & Nessebar are the most beautiful old towns on the Black Sea

Obzor probably has the most beautiful stretch of beach

If you want to discover Bulgaria, take an organized roundtrip to give you the feel of the country, then you can always come back again…for longer ;-)

Travelling around alone is a little more tricky …but not dangerous.

If you can give me more info about what YOU are looking for – I’ll see if I can help.
http://zigzagbg.com/index_eng.php


Next Steps:
Try and price some of the holidays. Please leave your comments if you have been or know anyone who have.

Empowerment Award

Empowerment Award


In October 2010 Eugenia received an award from Shea Yeleen International in Washington DC for all her hard work and committment to the women who produce the Shea butter in the North of Ghana.  Also in attendance was Ms Rahama Wright, President of Shea Yeleen International who presented her with the award.
The United State African Development Foundation ( USADF) awarded Eugenia a grant in 2009 to expand the marketing of Shea Butter. Eugenia is very dedicated, reliable and trustworthy. Without her attributes the business would not have thrived.






Pictures to follow soon:
Also to come new design labels for the products.

Speaking to USADF staff, Ms. Akuete stated “I am from southern Ghana and the women I work with live in the north. Yet, I have a connection to them and I am working to fulfill their needs so that they can buy medication and even send their daughters to school.”  She then added “It is because of the USADF grant that I am able to do this. USADF’s funding is touching the lives of women and children in rural Ghana.”

USADF established programming in Ghana in 1984.  Ghana’s current portfolio stands at nineteen investment projects totaling nearly $3.2 million dollars.  For more information about the portfolio, please visit the country’s quick source page at http://www.adf.gov/USADF-QuickSourceCountryPortfolioPage-Ghana.htm .

For more information on Shea Yeleen International, please visitsheayeleen.org.

Need a pick-me up for your hair or skin after the holidays and bad weather please try the shea Butter and black soap I can recommend both. Happy new year to all.

DAILY PRAYERS

Happy New Year to all. Ghana is a predominately Christian country but most people in the Northern Region are muslims. I use to go to the Muslim union with my dear friend of blessed memory when we were in Tema Secondary school. Yaabor Abdulah - what a great mate.

God’s Peace,

Our Heart and our Treasure

For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. Luke 12:34

As we go into the new year let’s be retrospective and introspective. Yes, look back and look inward. Let’s be sure to take time to examine ourselves and the work of Christ in our lives to see if our treasure and our heart are synchronized. 

In 1 Corinthians 11:28 we are told to examine ourselves before communing with the Lord. Make this self examination a time of spiritual reflection and soul searching. We must ask the Holy Spirit to take away all the things we placed in God’s way throughout this last year. 

We must then allow Jesus to minister His cleansing and healing. And as we do, God transforms our thoughts, emotions, desires, and actions, aligning our treasure with our heart. 

My prayer for us this week

"Lord we tremble and do not sin; when we are on our beds, we search our hearts and are silent. We offer the sacrifices of the righteous and trust in you LORD. In Jesus name, amen." Psalm 4:4,


This was sent to me by my sister:

Have a great week end.
Isaac Apenteng Yeboah.
The Mailbox Club

USES OF SHEA BUTTER

Uses:

• Shea Butter is a 100% natural multi-purpose vitamin A and E cream
• The butter contains exceptional moisturising properties for both skin and hair
• West African have used it for centuries to treat skin problems - burns, blemish, eczema, wrinkles and stretch marks.
• Used as a base in most cosmetics
• Becoming more popular.

Naasakle limited also manufactures African Black Soaps:


This soap is made from a mixture of the best natural ingredients. It is 100% natural and contains special properties to help restore the natural beauty of your skin.
It has essential oils, wholesome and pure and refreshing leaving your skin feeling natural and clean.

 

Shea Butter

The Founder
My friend Eugenia Akuete runs the Naasakle Limited which produces the best Shea butter and Shea butter products available through the world.
Naasakle is based in the Northern Region of Ghana and works with over 700 women. The company can provide both bulk and retail orders for each client' requirements.

Eugenia Akuete- Founder & CEO

Contacts:
naasakle@sheabuttergh.com
http://www.sheabuttergh.com/

Personal History


Mother Akuete’s journey to this point has been a success story in its own right. You can do it if you put your heart to it! In 1979, she was forced alongside her family toflee Ghana after a coup d’état.
After crossing the border into the neighboring country of Togo by foot and facing arrest in Benin, Mother Akuete eventually reached Nigeria, where she received political refugee status at the United States Embassy.

Having lost everything, Mother Akuete and her family were forced to start over in the United States.
Never wavering in her devotion to others, she worked two jobs to support her children, encouraging them to study and work hard.  In a testament to her support and love, her children have gone on to study at some of
America’s top universities, becoming successful businesspeople and doctors.

The fruit of the Shea Tree

Photo Gallery

 My first ever birthday day card from Moonpig, given to me by a special friend!

All of us in a collage

 I spent the Christmas and New Year with the family in Derby. I was there for two weeks and had a fantastic time with the grandchildren too. Went to Theirry's 3rd party and what fun, came home exhausted.
Had a meal at the Sizzling pub the food was fantastic. The whole family went too...... http://www.sizzlingpubs.co.uk/thestensonfieldsstensonfields/
I have been spoilt rotten and the grandchildren keep asking me to stay here forever.  Only if I didn't have other commitments. When was the last time I heard someone want me so much - I feel so loved and wanted and helps me escape the pressures of life. I truely and simply enjoy being around my family,just to enjoy the shouting and screaming and wanting music brings colour and energy to my daily routine.  This week we had;

• Natasha Bedinfield
• The wanted
• King of Leon
• Figadj's jingle
• The script
• Blackeyed peas
• Cheryl Cole
• Trinity band

Whatever your style is the children and auntie covered it in opera.

 My daughter Figadj is a great artist this is a cartoon caricature of me and my baby Dee

Me and Figa's cartoon image.

Happy New Year to you all
How to avoid a cold

• Good personal hygiene is important
• Don't touch your nose or eyes with your fingers
• Avoid crowded places if possible
• Wash your hands when you get home

Count down to Turkey

Pocket Guide:


28/5/2010 - Bought a pocket guide at lunch time - Turkish Coast. One hour is not really enough to look around I managed to find one in WH Smith after I have been in twice, I still didn't buy it had to go back after work to get it.
I checked Waterstones Marks and Spencer's and Thomas Cook but couldn't find what I wanted.


29/5/2010 - Went to weight watchers meeting on Broadway. I normally go on a Wednesday but only for weighing. It was really welcoming and felt at home. One could help themselves to tea/ coffee. Got a free magazine as well and people told us their successes. Good times! I was so happy as I lost 3 pounds -- yes! I went to Mount Murray on Thursday and the food was just out of this world. Rain!

30/5/2010 - Potted round the house doing nothing.


31/5/2010 -  Lovely day debating whether to have Domino's or not but I have a strong will power I had salad for Lunch and Jacket potato and Tuna plus vegetables for dinner. Being chatting all day and doing some research on the internet. Did a couple of interviews. All in all a very productive day. Watched the new 5show with Peter Andre (he looks very fit).

 Picture of the hotel we will be staying.

Back Home

Goodbyes:

I really dislike having to say goodbyes. That is the only thing that brings a downer to a lovely break. 

I have had a lovely break with the family. Having taken a week off work this is a well deserved holiday.
Today 4 May 2010, I leave in the afternoon to get to my destination - 35 min flight back home. The whole day is wasted trying to think how all my stuff (luggage) is going to go through check point without an excess. My beautiful daughter just said good luck to that.


BHX Airport:
Lo and behold my luggage weighed 24 Kgs and the wicked lady made me take some things out. Lucky for me I didn't have a hand luggage which can be up to 10 kgs. I have to squeeze items into the laptop bag. FLYBE why do you treat your clients this way?  Come back Manx Airlines those were the days never to come back again.

Used to be much cheaper to go on standby then.  Things have changed for the worse.

Trip to Ghana August/September 2009

Went to Ghana in August for less than two weeks. My mission was to go and visit some orphanage and sponser a room to be named after my late dad.

My dad died five years ago 9 December 2004. He was a very dedicated father who would do anything for his children. Did we know and appreciated this at the time -no we didn't- He was religious and was always doing things for the methodist church.

Things were not to be all I did most times was go on my lap top and visit family. I would love to go back but got so many people to visit in Australia, New Zealand and Maryland.

Egypt- Sharm a place to visit

pool near the dinning area view at night. First day we arrived.

Isle of Man - The Place I call Home

Ghana

Manchester

A very cosmopolitan city which I have visited on many occasions.

Pictures and more details to follow.

Derby:
I have spent many a time over here in Derby and seeing the changes every time I visit is overwhelming. My visit this time was from 23 December 2010 till 9 January 2011. I mainly spend time playing and looking after the three beautiful grandchildren.

Summary Of Travels

Travel:

My ultimate aim is to visit every corner of the world and learn how people live, and experience their culture and history. At present I have almost achieved been to each continent.

Africa:
Ghana
Nigeria
Cote de voire (formerly Ivory Coast)
Egypt
Zimbabwe
South Africa
Mauritius (is this Africa?)

Tunisia

Europe:
Cyprus
Greece
Majorca
Italy
Bacelona

Paris

Denmark

Belgium

Marbela

Tenerife

Portugal

Turkey

Dubai - November 2006

North America:

Yet to be explored

South America:
Brazil - July 2003

Mexico - Cancun

USA:
Washington DC
Maryland
Philladelphia
Texas - Huston, Dallas
New York
New England
LA
Las Vegas
Fiji
Jamaica
New Zealand
Singapore