Travel - 23 August 2007

That happened today: http://www.turkishdailynews.com.tr/article.php?enewsid=81551

I thought Jews were against the use of the term "genocide" as this would gradually diminish the impact of Jewish genocide. But it seems that this is not the case. Not anymore. I am not quite sure I understand, however, the reasons behind this sudden change in diplomatic terms. Thats why I wanted to post this here.

Perhaps Turkish people have followed the story more closely than I do.

On the other hand, Abraham Foxman, the director of the most powerful Jewish lobby said today (despite their negative stance):

"We continue to firmly believe that a congressional resolution on such matters is a counterproductive diversion and will not foster reconciliation between Turks and Armenians and may put at risk the Turkish Jewish community and the important multilateral relationship between Turkey, Israel and the United States,"

Fine. But then why this sudden change in their position?

2007-08-23 07:51:15 · 13 answers · asked by Frank B 3 in Turkey

2007-08-23 07:49:31 · 2 answers · asked by Alright 2 in Other - Canada

I live in San Diego and I want to go to L.A. this weekend with my girlfriend. I'm looking for some suggestions of what we can do while we're there.
I want something really odd and strange that we can go do. Something other than the normal touristy crap. Anyone know of any unique and strange locations, museums, stores, etc? ANY ideas are welcome! Thanks!

2007-08-23 07:46:27 · 6 answers · asked by Josh 3 in Los Angeles

I live in Middletown, NY. I have to get to Jersey city(i'm not driving). What is the fastest way to get to Jersey city?

2007-08-23 07:26:22 · 4 answers · asked by goro666 2 in New York City

credit card and you know all those television advertisements say they are accepted world wide. Is this true of Morocco? I am taking some cash, but since I'll be there for 90 days I don't want to take that much cash and don't want to pay the fee to have it sent by Western Union if I can avoid it.

Second part: besides my clothes and shoes of course, and shampoo, soap, hair dryer etc. I am also packing wet wipes, pocket kleenexes and hand sanitizer thanks to the previous questions and information about the bathrooms. I've got my mp3 player, dvd/cd player, cds, videos for my long layover in London. I've purchased gifts for his family, taking artificial sweetener(I'm a diabetic) cuz not sure I can get it there. My meds, passport and documents to get married. Can anyone think of anything important I haven't listed that I will need cuz I'm gonna be there for 90 days. Any suggestions are appreciated as long as I can do it quickly cuz I'm leaving on Tuesday, August 28th.

2007-08-23 07:12:32 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Morocco

if you were given enough money to buy one house in another country where would it be

2007-08-23 07:06:43 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Europe

Has anyone met an older person teaching English in Japan? I have heard that some employers can work you really hard. I have a lot of experience teaching art. I would love to go to Japan and teach, but I don't want to stick out as too old. I'm also not that strong.

Any suggestions, experiences? I always choose a best answer.

2007-08-23 06:56:13 · 8 answers · asked by Crocus 3 in Japan

2007-08-23 06:45:17 · 4 answers · asked by amy a 2 in Other - Destinations

i have found many homes i like but i would like to know what the nicest neighborhood/area is, and if bakersfield is a nice city to live in, if not, where is??

please help! im a first home buyer

2007-08-23 06:42:18 · 1 answers · asked by Miss Kay 1 in Other - United States

Any tips or advice would be great! Am I able to bring water and soda on the ship with me? Good excursions in Cozumel (I used to live in Key west so I pretty much know everything there)
Good places on the ship! Does it feel very crowded? My husband and I are both 24 and newlyweds and so is the other couple that we are going with. Thanks In Advance!

2007-08-23 06:41:15 · 8 answers · asked by Megan B 1 in Cruise Travel

i'm half japanese.
i hate japan.
i just spent some time there. worthwhile learning experience, but never again. i'm ashamed of my bloodline like i never was before.
and i'm not some narrow minded homemaker who can't step outside my comfort zone, anything but that. i love travelling, have had amazing experiences everywhere but japan.

i like starting big fights, so give me your worst if you're a japanophile or a japanese. (i am actually far more disturbed by japanophiles than actual japanese people.)

by and large, japanese people are extremely uncreative and narrow minded in everyday life situations. i'm not talking about their obvious brilliance and prowess in music, art, their crazy variety shows, just the random stuff you see going on everywhere, i love all of that, of course. but their bureaucratic ways, total inability to think outside the box, mindnumbing coldness, the fact that no one talks to strangers casually (even amongst the japanese themselves) drove me cuckoo.

2007-08-23 06:39:30 · 24 answers · asked by birdmadgirl 1 in Japan

We are planning a trip to Vegas, can anyone tell me what else there is to do besides gamble? Im not asking like shopping, seeing shows, and whatnot, Im asking like specific things. Thanks!

2007-08-23 06:35:59 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Las Vegas

I am helping a seasoned citizen group on a trip to barcelona Spain. They are staying at the Princess Sofia Gran hotel November 19-21. I'm trying to find a local tour operator to provide a 1-day tour of barcelona. Total group of 10-12 people. They need to ride most of the way, some have limited mobility, although none are in wheelchairs.
It would be beneficial if tour operator would pick them up at the hotel.
Any recomendations?

2007-08-23 06:33:53 · 2 answers · asked by Dave P 1 in Other - Spain

My youngest is 1 and I've never taken a child that young to Disneyland. Can he sit on my lap for any of the rides?

2007-08-23 06:30:25 · 7 answers · asked by mcs 1 in Los Angeles

i live in dublin 24 and was wondering what would the postcode be???

2007-08-23 06:25:44 · 10 answers · asked by irish dubliner 2 in Dublin

Commercial airplane Jets (i.e Boeings, Airbus') fly at altitudes of 30,000-40,000 feet during the course of their flight. I never have understood why it was necessary to do so. Why can't they fly at 4,000 feet or so? Wouldn't it be easier for a pilot to maneuver a more safe landing in the case of an emergency if the airplane was not so high in the air?

2007-08-23 06:21:11 · 2 answers · asked by lildiesel2001 2 in Air Travel

contemplating moving to the area

2007-08-23 06:08:14 · 11 answers · asked by mark o 1 in Other - United Kingdom

cos of some personal bothers, can you help me what should I be called from now on?

2007-08-23 05:58:43 · 12 answers · asked by DejaVu 4 in Turkey

2007-08-23 05:54:31 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - India

2007-08-23 05:54:13 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - India

I would strip down to my dwawers if it get's me through faster, I hear people bitching about having to take off their shoes. suck it up and do it for Pete sake!

2007-08-23 05:51:00 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Air Travel

when are you allowed to wear jeans? thats basically all i wear.

2007-08-23 05:45:10 · 9 answers · asked by conotron 1 in Cruise Travel

I know basic Japanese, can read and write in romaji, and are going to college for a computer related degree. Only serious answers please...

2007-08-23 05:35:38 · 11 answers · asked by vargo77 1 in Japan

hey beautifl

im curious?? why is the morning the start of the day when really the middle of the night is the sart of the day?? which means the middle of the night should be called morning which makes the morning the afternoon and the afternoon the evening and the evening the night...

but what does that leave the night to be called??

2007-08-23 05:26:48 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Lebanon

2007-08-23 05:25:46 · 34 answers · asked by Party_Hottie12 3 in Other - United States

Im going to take my family to angels camp for a week and am looking for ideas on fun things to do. I have 4, 6, 14, and 16 year olds.Ideas would be appreciated.

2007-08-23 05:14:14 · 3 answers · asked by Alex 1 in Other - United States

Had a recent bad experience on a package we booked thru an agency, aspects that included each area they booked, transportation, hotel, and air. For example the room did not have an ocean view, the fridge never worked, maids who cleaned out our room before we checked out, (belongings we never did then get back) the local rep told us she changed our flight, when she did not, and then the airline moved us to an overnight layover, which we were then responsible to pay for a room. uuugh, and this is just a start.

Any tips on what works. I suspect they will keep shifting the blame.

2007-08-23 05:07:58 · 2 answers · asked by lillilou 7 in Other - Destinations

2007-08-23 05:07:56 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in New York City

I have been thinking about everything and Im over-whelmed! I need to know what I should bring on the trip, what I should carry on the plane, and what kind of clothes to bring...

Is there somewhere I can find a check-list or somehting so I dont forget anything?

2007-08-23 05:04:12 · 8 answers · asked by nat_00420 2 in Las Vegas

eg 300gsm. Is that warm enough for camping out now? I suppose it's a bit like togs, but not sure which is warmest.

2007-08-23 05:04:00 · 2 answers · asked by juology 4 in Packing & Preparation