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Central London apartments are the best choice of accommodation, if you are visiting the heart of the city for any occasion. In the month of May, the air of central London fills in with the smell of various sweet smelling flowers. And the reason to it is the Chelsea Flower Show 2011, which is taking place in the 11-acre ground of Royal Hospital Chelsea, London. Commencing from May 24 and continuing till May 28, this vibrant floral event attracts thousands of people keen in knowing the gardening techniques and designs. Sponsored by M&G Investments, the RHS Chelsea Flower Show is perhaps the most popular gardening event in the world where many famous garden designers showcase their gardening styles and techniques. If you are visiting this 5-day event, then you can plan your stay in one of the London short stay apartments.

Surprises of Chelsea Flower Show 2011

The 2011 Chelsea Flower Show will surprise the spectators with its amazing collection of horticultural samples- small gardens and show gardens, under different categories. A new category, Artisan Garden, replaces the Courtyard Garden and joins the existing 15 small gardens. In this new category, the designers are required to use natural resourced materials in a creative way. Another category of small garden, Urban Garden offers exclusive styles for small outdoor gardens. The 18 show gardens will also mesmerize people with its impressive designs. The most notable show garden to be watched is the M&G Garden designed by gold medallist garden designer Bunny Guinness. The contrasting planting combinations also offer breathtaking view. The floral show opens at 8:00 in the morning and therefore, if you get to stay in central London apartments it would be really effective.

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For those who are interested regarding how to renew their travel documents, the option of online US passport renewal can be a great help. You will discover that the overall process can be very simple if you are willing to try it out online instead of the traditional measures. If you are not familiar with this opportunity, some of the following information may be able to educate you further.

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Taking a walking/hiking holiday or short break is of course a healthy, refreshing way of really appreciating the beauty and sights of a new environment. As we mentioned in our previous post, there are many advantages of doing this with a local guide. But one, very significant advantage that will actually be more relevant AFTER the walking is knowing the best places to EAT – and in Mallorca you are spoilt for choice.

Mallorca through the centuries has always had many cultural influences – many times brought by conquering armies and more recently through a more civilised source with tourism. These cultural influences have also brought their culinary influences and Mallorca is now home to hundreds of different styles and tastes from Fast Food to the highest levels of gourmet cuisine.

Five restaurants have been awarded the prestigious Michelin Star in Mallorca for 2011 – two of them being new awards. But great food is not limited to the excellence of the Michelin chefs. Mallorca has a strong history of excellent food and also a very versatile use of the unlikeliest food items particularly from it’s farming roots of previous centuries.

The pig was and still is a popular ingredient to many local dishes including the now famous sobrasada; the very popular roasted suckling pig and also variations of the Frito Mallorquin which is a descendant of the poorest families’ staple diet in olden days.

Pa amb oli is another Mallorquin favourite with varied platters. These are usually cold dish choices with either a meat or cheese selection (but can also be fish) served with a thinly sliced rustic Mallorcan bread; olive oil; ramallet (spreading) tomatoes, garlic and sea salt. Simply crush the thin skinned ‘ramallet’ tomatoes with a garlic clove, sea salt and a generous glug of olive oil and serve on a slab of rustic bread. A variety of toppings can then be added from slices of locally cured hams, chorizos and sobrasadas or cheese. This meal choice is particularly popular through the summer and can last for hours along with great conversation and some superb Mallorquin wines.