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  BBC - Science & Nature - Horizon - Freak Wave
The Bremen and Caledonian Star were carrying hundreds of tourists across the South Atlantic.
At 5am on 2 March the Caledonian Star's First Officer saw a 30m wave bearing down on them.
The Caledonian Star limped back to port, her crew and passengers grateful that the engines had kept running, despite the onslaught.
www.bbc.co.uk /science/horizon/2002/freakwave.shtml   (1157 words)

  
  Caledonian Hilton Hotel Edinburgh - compare prices   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
With the style of a bygone era, the caledonian hilton hotel edinburgh (known locally as the 'Caledonian' or the 'Cally') was opened in 1903 as the flagship hotel of the Caledonian Railway.
The public rooms of the caledonian hilton hotel edinburgh are reminiscent of Edwardian splendor and traditional afternoon tea is still served in the high-ceilinged hotel lounge.
Built between 1898 and 1902 next to the old Caledonian Railway Station, the hotel was extended in 1971 and all rooms were renovated in 2003.
cheaper-edinburgh-hotels.co.uk /caledonian-hilton-hotel-edinburgh.htm   (757 words)

  
 Antarctica Cruise Tour
Freelance writer Cynthia Boal Janssens and her husband, Chet, sailed to Antarctica and the Falkland Islands on Lindblad Expeditions' Caledonian Star in January.
The beginning of the channel is marked with a pair of peaks that are well-known hereabouts (dubbed by the sailors of yore as "Ula's Teats").
Caledonian Star's library was paneled in dark wood, with deep chairs for curling up for a good read and shelves packed with informative books.
www.emcoinc.com /travel/html/Antarctica/AntarcticaTW.htm   (1563 words)

  
 Caledonian Star Ship, Antarctica expedition
The Caledonian Star, carrying just 110 guests in her 62 outside cabins, is a ship that is superbly designed for the Lindblad Expeditions style of travel.
She is small enough to go where large ships couldn't possibly venture, yet large enough to operate in remote environments in complete comfort.
The fleet of Zodiac landing craft carried on board extends the Caledonian Star's reach even further, allowing you to venture off the ship almost anywhere, at a moment's notice.
www.emcoinc.com /travel/html/Antarctica/Caledonian.htm   (388 words)

  
 Lindblad Expeditions: Antarctica
The Caledonian Star has a day at sea, she is travelling through the Bay of Biscay towards France, where more incredible sites await, including a visit to the world-famous Guggenheim in Bilbao, Spain.
It is also a time for the guests to unwind by resting in their cabins, or reading a book in the library.
But it is the combined effort of the entire crew, starting with the officers on the bridge, the deck crew, the hotel staff, and the engine department, who like a family, work together to make each Lindblad expedition as incredible as possible for our guests.
itins.expeditions.com /dersearch/derprint.asp?id=2002   (212 words)

  
 CONGRESS VENUES   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
The modern and luxurious 5 star Sheraton Grand Hotel Edinburgh is ideally situated in the heart of the city with magnificent views of Edinburgh Castle.
The traditional 5 star Caledonian Hotel occupies a prominent location in the heart of the Capital City in the centre of Edinburgh's cultural and commercial district.
The Caledonian Hotel, which will be used for scientific sessions, is within 5 minutes walk of the EICC.
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 Hilton Caledonian Hotel Edinburgh - Royal Mile Hotels, Book Hotel Hilton Caledonian by Phone
Originally built in 1903, this traditional style building was part of the old Caledonian railway station.
It is ideally located, at the west end of Princes Street and is spacious and luxurious, it has retained many original features.
T his hotel is the perfect choice for those looking for old style luxury in a great location.
www.royalmilehotels.com /edinburgh_hotel/hilton_caledonian_hotel.php   (160 words)

  
 The Caledonian Hotel in Edinburgh - Hilton Hotel in City Centre
The Caledonian Hotel and the Balmoral Hotel have been in competition since the early 1900s when they were owned by two rival railway companies.
The hotel has all the modern facilities you'd normally expect from a luxury hotel as well as a gym, sauna and pool which, although quite small compared to that of other Edinburgh hotels, is nicely kept.
The Caledonian Hotel also gives exclusive views of the Festival Cavalcade marching down Lothian Road, the parade marking the start to the Edinburgh Festival.
www.stuckonscotland.co.uk /edinburgh/caledonian-hotel.html   (490 words)

  
 The WGBH Auction   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
The Oban Caledonian Hotel was built in the Victorian period, and has recently undergone a major and careful refurbishment under family ownership and offers stylish, contemporary comfort and service.
There are two restaurants — the Restaurant Caledonian — a Victorian–dining room, carefully restored with chandeliers and ornate plaster and the Café Caledonian with wonderful views of the bay, a menu for all day dining and a cosmopolitan wine list.
The Oban Caledonian is conveniently situated approximately three hours by car, coach or train from Glasgow, Edinburgh, Dundee and Inverness, around 2 hours from Stirling and Perth and an hour from Fort William.
www.wgbh.org /auction/view_bid/2004/europe   (1654 words)

  
 Cheap hotels in Edinburgh, Midlothian: 5 star hotel deals
The Caledonian Hilton Hotel, built in 1903 is situated in the very heart of Edinburgh, in the shadow of the famous 14th century...
This luxurious five star development of 36 unique apartments provides a whole new concept of living.
Five star rated luxury apartments just minutes from all the city's visitor attractions and business districts.
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 Caledonian Hotel - Discount Hotel Rooms at Orbitz   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
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The Vermont Hotel is Newcastle's only 4 star independent hotel, located next to the Castle, overlooking the Tyne and Millennium Bridges or the Castle and the Cathedral.
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The cooks were already manning the grill before the players spread out for the shot gun start.
LYNDON -- The St. Johnsbury 9- and 10-year-old Little League All-Stars took advantage of three runs in the first inning to upend Cal West (Danville-Hardwick), 8-1, at Fisher Field Friday night.
It's a pastime for a lifetime, an activity to be enjoyed regardless of age or other barriers.
www.caledonianrecord.com /pages/sports/story/all   (323 words)

  
 Travel: Hot and cold
The beginning of the channel is marked with a pair of peaks, grand and appropriate guideposts.
The bow of the M.S. Caledonian Star is full of passengers this evening -- dinner is over, and it is nearly 9:30 p.m.
To be sure, the Calendonian Star is well-suited to this journey, fully stabilized and ice-reinforced, and it takes heavy seas well.
www.sptimes.com /News/052800/news_pf/Travel/Hot_and_cold.2.shtml   (1809 words)

  
 calamachilefivestarhotel - how to find all the information you need.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
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 Aberdeen: Thistle Aberdeen Caledonian - Traveler Reviews - 4 star prices for 2 star quality hotel - TripAdvisor
Thistle Aberdeen Caledonian: More rooms for more value
This hotel is rated as 4 Star - the prices may be worthy of a four star hotel - but I've stayed in much better quality 2 and 3 star hotels.
Adequate 3 star but definitely not 4 star standard.
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 CALEDONIAN STAR
The "Caledonian Star" was operated by Lindblad Special Expeditions who specialise in Antarctic Tourist cruises.
She was built in 1966 and had previous names of "Marburg" and "North Star".
In 2002 she was renamed "Endeavour" but was still operated by Lindblad Expeditions.
www.newzeal.com /steve/Ships/caledonian.htm   (155 words)

  
 Lindblad Expeditions - National Geographic Endeavour
National Geographic Endeavour, formerly named the Caledonian Star, is a true expedition ship, with stabilizers and a reinforced hull designed to travel through heavy seas.
She carries a fleet of inflatable boats for landing passengers in remote places.
The Caledonian Star has a new small fitness center and a sauna, both of which seem to attract more crew than passengers.
www.cruisecritic.com /reviews/review.cfm?ShipID=161   (1516 words)

  
 Edinburgh Accommodation, Caledonian Hotel & the Balmoral
A 3 star Edinburgh Guest House with well appointed rooms in the Newington area of Edinburgh, 20 - 25 minutes walk from Princess Street.
All accommodation is located in or near the Newington area of Edinburgh which is about a mile and a half and a 15 minute bus ride from the Edinburgh City.
This Edinburgh Hotel built just after 1900 is a 5 star hotel on Princess Street and Lothian Road.
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 Academy's Rowell Earns Student Athlete Award
Meanwhile she is a three-year varsity soccer player who was selected to the Capitol League All-Star Soccer team the past three years because of her hard work and offensive abilities.
This season, she was named Capital Division First Team All-Star, Caledonian-Record Female Soccer Player of the Year, Burlington Free Press 1st Team All Star, All State 1st team, Twin State team, and the highest honor - named All New England Player.
She was also voted the team MVP by her fellow players.
www.caledonianrecord.com /pages/sports/story/8ed6f7f8d   (374 words)

  
 Caledonian-Record News Vermont News New Hampshire News VT NH Newspapers
BRATTLEBORO -Trevor Murphy of St. Johnsbury stands one stroke off the lead following the first day of the Vermont Amateur Championship at Brattleboro Country Club on Tuesday.
JOHNSBURY -- The Lyndon 11- and 12-year-old All-Star team advanced to the next round, with an 8-5 win over St. Johnsbury Tuesday.
The Little League and Babe Ruth Bambino baseball All-Star tournaments were in full swing over the weekend with games in Barnet, Lyndon and St. Johnsbury.
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 International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators
Much of the expected 2,000 passenger increase in 1998-99 is due to the addition of three experienced, smaller vessels: The Akademik S. Vavilov (75 passengers on each of 8 voyages), Clipper Adventurer (110 passengers on each of 5 voyages) and Caledonian Star (100 passengers on each of 5 voyages).
Special Expeditions will operate the 120-passenger Caledonian Star.
Clipper previously operated the World Discoverer in the Antarctic and both companies have established reputations as educational cruise companies focusing on natural history destinations.
www.iaato.org /html/iaato_tourism_over.html   (651 words)

  
 Scotsman.com Business - Media & Leisure - Hilton set to clean up following £3bn offer
HILTON Group today confirmed it has received an offer - believed to be as much as £3.6 billion - for its hotel business from United States-based Hilton Hotels Corporation (HHC).
The deal, understood to include Edinburgh's five-star Caledonian Hilton Hotel, would reunite the two Hilton companies, creating an international group operating under one of the best known global hospitality brands.
Ladbrokes, the gambling business that is part of UK-based Hilton Group, is not included in the deal.
business.scotsman.com /media.cfm?id=2088202005   (639 words)

  
 Hotels in Oban Guest Houses Oban Bed and Breakfast   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Rising from the waters edge, the historic Oban Caledonian Hotel commands breathtaking views over the sheltered bay of Oban to the hills and islands of Scotlands magnificent west coast.
The gentle grandeur of this famous property has long extended a warmth of welcome to travellers where great adventures by ship, train or land begin and end.
Centrally situated The Oban Caledonian is the perfect gateway for exploring Argyll and The Isles.
www.scotland-hotels-find.co.uk /oban-reservations.html   (1275 words)

  
 Hotel Caledonian - 3 Star Hotel - Esquerra Eixample - Barcelona
Hotel Caledonian - 3 Star Hotel - Esquerra Eixample - Barcelona
But above any other thing we give special care to the cleaning.
Hotel Caledonian likes to keep its rooms as if they have been never used before
www.barcelonaby.com /caledonian/pages/apart.htm   (103 words)

  
 Hotel Caledonian In Barcelona info, rates, reviews and photos. Discount hotels in In Barcelona from alpharooms.com
Hotel Caledonian In Barcelona info, rates, reviews and photos.
On 29-04-2006 lee fine from essex gave CALEDONIAN a rating of 5 out of 5
More search options: more rooms, star rating, attractions, nights...
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 Cruise Ship Profiles Cruise Lines - Lindblad Expeditions
She is small enough to go where large ships couldn't possibly venture, yet large enough to operate in remote environments in comfort.
There is a sound system for announcements, news and music.
The Caledonian Star is fully stabilized and the level of service and quality of food on board is good.
www.cruiseserver.net /VacationWired/ships/sp_c_star.asp   (387 words)

  
 Caceres hotel Rural   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Hotel Europark 3 Star City Centre € 80.25
Hotel Dante 4 Star City Centre € 96.30
Hotel Abbot 4 Star Commercial area € 70.00
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 Celtic | Hart backs Bhoys starlet for top award | The Bhoys | eleven-a-side.com
Inverness Caledonian Thistle star Richard Hart has backed Celtic star Shaun Maloney for the Scottish Player of the Year award this season.
Maloney has scored from free kicks in his last two games, Sunday’s CIS Insurance Cup final and Wednesday night’s Bank of Scotland Premierleague win over Hart’s Inverness.
INTERNATIONALS - Bolton star not interested in Ireland — report
www.eleven-a-side.com /celtic/irish_soccer_detail.asp?newsid=21685   (349 words)

  
 Caledonian Hilton Hotel Edinburgh - Reviews & Official Contact Details   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Caledonian Hilton Hotel Edinburgh - Reviews & Official Contact Details
Home > Hotels > United Kingdom > Scotland > Edinburgh > Caledonian Hilton
Didn't find the hotel you need, here is a list of other 5 star hotels in Edinburgh:
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 ..:: NOBLE CALEDONIA ::....: Associates
This yacht-like ship is able to cruise close to shore and visits fascinating ports of call, normally inaccessible to larger ships.
Many of you, over the years, will have come into contact with Lindblad Expeditions, primarily, as they now operate the National Geographic Endeavour (formerly known as the Caledonian Star and then MS Endeavour).
Lindblad journeys are designed to take you to unique places of natural beauty and compelling natural history, often away from civilisations, but not without comfort.
www.travelpost.co.uk /nc/associates.asp   (932 words)

  
 Travel Weekly: 'A Passage to Arabia' covers 3,000 miles on Caledonian Star.@ HighBeam Research   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
'A Passage to Arabia' covers 3,000 miles on Caledonian Star.
NEW YORK - A Passage to Arabia aboard the Caledonian Star will take clients to Jordan, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Eritrea, Yemen and Oman on its Nov. 2 to 20 sailing.
The deluxe tour is offered by the American Museum of Natural History's Discovery Tours division, which features lecturer-accompanied travel commissionable to agents at 5%.
highbeam.com /library/doc0.asp?docid=1G1:19529266&refid=ink_tptd_mag   (186 words)

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