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Posted April 27, 2006

DID YOU KNOW

• Did you know, in Germany, bartenders work on commission. The more beer goes out and how many Euros come in, so the more beer the bartender pours, the more they make, tipping isn’t customary in Germany.

• If you have a long layover in Istanbul International Airport, there’s a hotel located at the airport in the international terminal (http://www.istanbulhotels.com/) for more information. The hotel has 85 rooms and 21 of which are within the airport security area, the rates are $40.00 for two hours and so on, there are TV’s that broadcast local information and flight departure and arrival.

• Did you know, your four legged friend can travel with you aboard the Cunard ships like the Queen Mary 2. Pets are pampered with fresh bake biscuits and choice of bedding and premium-brand food. Some people prefer to have their pet’s sail across the Atlantic as a more desirable, then flying them. QM2 have kennels and outdoor walking areas, you may visit your pet many times during the day, and there is a kennel master that oversees the pet program. The cost is between $300 and $400 dollars for your pets sailing, it is worth it to have the pleasure of your pets company. For more information call (800)728-6273 or http://www.cunard.com/.

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