Sylvias Travel Trips 
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| Written by Sylvia Chidi | |||
| Saturday, 07 February 2009 | |||
Isle of Man 2009 - September 2009
Gibraltar - February 2009 - March 2009
I was in Gilbraltar for 2 weeks in February 2009. It was really an interesting holiday. The best views was the Rock of Gilbraltar itself, the sea view from Hotel Caleta and the many monkeys walking about with their little babies peacefully amongst humans bravely.
Gilbraltar is really a small beautiful town with numerous lovely restaurants and natural spots.
There were hundreds of birds flying on a daily basis around this huge white rock that gave the rock an unusual magical charm.
I played in the Gilbratar chess tournament in their lowest category but realised later that you have to play like a Grandmaster to do well even in the lowest section. The joy however of participating was meeting so many people from all walks of live and having good conversation and a great time. There were kids, adults, elderly people, beautiful good looking men and women from all over the world. Hardly any evening was boring at the Hotel Caleta where the tournament was played and it is difficult for me to decide what poem to pen out for this occasion.
So this is a poem about nature and a chess player who is in love. (Completely Fiction!)
My Rock of Gibraltar Rock, Rock O! My Rock of Gibraltar You are my heavenly altar The doves sing, the white clouds dance And the white waves at sea wave romance
And for the love of chess Let me humbly confess The way you move those chess pieces Can mend anyones hearts broken pieces
Rock, Rock O! My Rock of Gibraltar With nature beautiful beyound wonder The monkeys & birds are at home They play about and joyously roam
And when I look at you it is clear You are a breathe of fresh Gibraltar air You touch my pawns, rook, bishop, queen, king and knight My heart is racing, I think this must be Gilbraltar love Alright!
Edinburgh - August 2008 During this time of traveling, there was the famous Fringe Festival going on and so I had the opportunity to see a lot of street music performances and comedy acts as well. Here I am sharing some of my pictures of Edinburgh with you, I hope you like them!
          
Isle of Wight – January 2008 <!--[if !supportEmptyParas]-->If you look around you, there is beauty. There is the potential to explore new things even right in your own backyard. I spent two weekends in Isle of Wight and was amazed to still discover more hidden beauty in England.Its funny I have come across people who have never left their state or village yet cannot identify the beautiful aspects of their own territory. What a shame? Wake up! The seashores, cliffs, hills and landscapes in Isle of Wight are natural, untouched, wild, raw and beautiful. The people I met were very friendly and welcoming especially the chess club in Newport.
Beauty spots were Gods Hill, Botanic Gardens, The Needles, and Ventnor. Below are some pictures to share my adventures with you. 
   Well the last two trips I did abroad were to Pittsburgh and New York(Manhattan). So please read the information below for more information.
        Pittsburgh! With nature and beauty of infinity As we drive down the hills Down the market lane called 'The Strip'
Yes! Pittsburgh! Pittsburgh! I feast my eyes
Good bye! My Trip - New York - August & December 2006 Well let me first of all say that my trip to New York was quite an experience. The security at the airport was one of the most frustrating aspects of this trip.
So what else did I do? I visited a few islands(Roosevelt , Long Island), ate in a variety of restaurants (Spanish, Columbian, Japanese, Chilean etc). My favourite was Columbian. I had the opportunity to watch a concert and see one of my favorite rock artists(Mellisa). I had to leave the concert early out of concern as my friend kept on dozing off and snoring rather loudly. I suppose I am not a shopping mania yet and I did not go crazy on shopping items from the shops for myself and friends. I visited quite a number of different bars and clubs. And I actually met someone, a complete stranger who I did not speak to that for some reason I hoped we could see again as my cigarette was lit. There was a complete sparkle of chemistry in the midnight air for a very brief moment.
I stayed in Manhattan and also have managed a Here is a little poem I wrote about my first impression of New York .
New York, New York Entertainment, clubs and theaters New York New York, New York It is true
Copyright 2006 - Sylvia Chidi
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Having to stay in line in a massive queue for nearly an hour was not pleasant.
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