Piloting the Airbus A380
Posted on November 10, 2008 in Holiday packages
It fits into an 80m virtual cube and flies at 40,000ft, so what is it like to handle the giant Airbus A380? Captain Patrick De Roeck, Project Pilot A380, Emirates Flight Operations, tells us what it is like to fly. He also explains to Phil Blizzard about the training of pilots and the ease of moving from one Airbus aircraft to another. Media
Piloting the Airbus A380
Posted on November 10, 2008 in Travel
It fits into an 80m virtual cube and flies at 40,000ft, so what is it like to handle the giant Airbus A380? Captain Patrick De Roeck, Project Pilot A380, Emirates Flight Operations, tells us what it is like to fly. He also explains to Phil Blizzard about the training of pilots and the ease of moving from one Airbus aircraft to another. Media
Piloting the Airbus A380
Posted on November 10, 2008 in Holiday packages
It fits into an 80m virtual cube and flies at 40,000ft, so what is it like to handle the giant Airbus A380? Captain Patrick De Roeck, Project Pilot A380, Emirates Flight Operations, tells us what it is like to fly. He also explains to Phil Blizzard about the training of pilots and the ease of moving from one Airbus aircraft to another. Media
An Insider's Guide to The French Riviera
Posted on October 05, 2008 in Holidays abroad
Mention the French Riviera, and images of glamorous celebrities may come to mind. But the Mediterranean coast of France was also the inspiration for some of the great impressionist and modern artists, and has plenty of charm to spare year-round for all kinds of travelers. On this week's Travel with Rick Steves, tour guide Pascale Rucker is our guest, bringing us an insider's guide to help you experience the sensual pleasures of the French Riviera. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves -- including episode descriptions, program archives and related details -- visit www.ricksteves.com. Media Adventure Divas in Cuba, and Ask the Pilot about Flight Safety afety This week, we will "Ask the Pilot" about how an over-active imagination can create a fear of flying. Commercial pilot, author, and salon.com columnist Patrick Smith joins Rick to explain what's going on from the cockpit to the runway. And Holly Morris, author of "Adventure Divas," will discuss her exploration of the planet in search of impressive and influential women to interview. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves -- including episode descriptions, program archives and related details -- visit www.ricksteves.com. Media
Piloting the Airbus A380
Posted on October 03, 2008 in Holidays abroad
It fits into an 80m virtual cube and flies at 40,000ft, so what is it like to handle the giant Airbus A380? Captain Patrick De Roeck, Project Pilot A380, Emirates Flight Operations, tells us what it is like to fly. He also explains to Phil Blizzard about the training of pilots and the ease of moving from one Airbus aircraft to another. Media Hamburg TravelCast pt 2/3 Business etiquette, working hours and financial matters, along with some suggestions of what to do and where to go 'outside of office hours' from Phil Blizzard as he continues this audio tour of Hamburg. Media
Onboard emergency forces Singapore A380 to Dubai
Posted on October 02, 2008 in Italy holidays
Phil Blizzard investigates an unscheduled landing of a Singapore Airlines Airbus A380 at Dubai International Airport. Stephen Forshaw, VP Public Affairs, Singapore Airlines, explains that this was the result of an onboard emergency. Media Piloting the Airbus A380 It fits into an 80m virtual cube and flies at 40,000ft, so what is it like to handle the giant Airbus A380? Captain Patrick De Roeck, Project Pilot A380, Emirates Flight Operations, tells us what it is like to fly. He also explains to Phil Blizzard about the training of pilots and the ease of moving from one Airbus aircraft to another. Media
Adventure Divas in Cuba, and Ask the Pilot about Flight Safety
Posted on September 24, 2008 in Italy holidays
afety This week, we will "Ask the Pilot" about how an over-active imagination can create a fear of flying. Commercial pilot, author, and salon.com columnist Patrick Smith joins Rick to explain what's going on from the cockpit to the runway. And Holly Morris, author of "Adventure Divas," will discuss her exploration of the planet in search of impressive and influential women to interview. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves -- including episode descriptions, archives and related details -- visit www.ricksteves.com. Media French Food and Faux Pas This week, we'll learn some of the basics of eating out in France and how to enjoy such foods as crepes, escargot, truffles and steak tartare. But the culture of everyday life in France is different enough for travelers that it sometimes causes misunderstandings and embarrassment. We'll touch on some of the faux pas visitors face when encountering French society on its own terms. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves -- including episode descriptions, program archives and related details -- visit www.ricksteves.com. Media
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Adventure Divas in Cuba, and Ask the Pilot about Flight Safety
Posted on September 12, 2008 in Last minute holiday
afety This week, we will "Ask the Pilot" about how an over-active imagination can create a fear of flying. Commercial pilot, author, and salon.com columnist Patrick Smith joins Rick to explain what's going on from the cockpit to the runway. And Holly Morris, author of "Adventure Divas," will discuss her exploration of the planet in search of impressive and influential women to interview. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves -- including episode descriptions, archives and related details -- visit www.ricksteves.com. Media French Food and Faux Pas This week, we'll learn some of the basics of eating out in France and how to enjoy such foods as crepes, escargot, truffles and steak tartare. But the culture of everyday life in France is different enough for travelers that it sometimes causes misunderstandings and embarrassment. We'll touch on some of the faux pas visitors face when encountering French society on its own terms. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves -- including episode descriptions, program archives and related details -- visit www.ricksteves.com. Media
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Adventure Divas in Cuba, and Ask the Pilot about Flight Safety
Posted on September 11, 2008 in Cuba holidays
afety This week, we will "Ask the Pilot" about how an over-active imagination can create a fear of flying. Commercial pilot, author, and salon.com columnist Patrick Smith joins Rick to explain what's going on from the cockpit to the runway. And Holly Morris, author of "Adventure Divas," will discuss her exploration of the planet in search of impressive and influential women to interview. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves -- including episode descriptions, program archives and related details -- visit www.ricksteves.com. Media French Food and Faux Pas This week, we'll learn some of the basics of eating out in France and how to enjoy such foods as crepes, escargot, truffles and steak tartare. But the culture of everyday life in France is different enough for travelers that it sometimes causes misunderstandings and embarrassment. We'll touch on some of the faux pas visitors face when encountering French society on its own terms. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves -- including episode descriptions, program archives and related details -- visit www.ricksteves.com. Media
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An Insider's Guide to The French Riviera
Posted on September 04, 2008 in Holidays com
Mention the French Riviera, and images of glamorous celebrities may come to mind. But the Mediterranean coast of France was also the inspiration for some of the great impressionist and modern artists, and has plenty of charm to spare year-round for all kinds of travelers. On this week's Travel with Rick Steves, tour guide Pascale Rucker is our guest, bringing us an insider's guide to help you experience the sensual pleasures of the French Riviera. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves -- including episode descriptions, program archives and related details -- visit www.ricksteves.com. Media Adventure Divas in Cuba, and Ask the Pilot about Flight Safety afety This week, we will "Ask the Pilot" about how an over-active imagination can create a fear of flying. Commercial pilot, author, and salon.com columnist Patrick Smith joins Rick to explain what's going on from the cockpit to the runway. And Holly Morris, author of "Adventure Divas," will discuss her exploration of the planet in search of impressive and influential women to interview. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves -- including episode descriptions, program archives and related details -- visit www.ricksteves.com. Media