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Briefly: Apple intros new World Travel kit, Maps Flyover updated

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Apple has revised its World Travel Adapter Kit, which includes plugs for the differing electrical systems around the world. The new package sees a price drop of $10, and is now priced at $29. Changes in the new version include the addition of a new plug type for Brazil known as a "type N" adapter, but the dropping of a formerly-included USB cable and power adapter.

Mac and iOS power adapters can generally handle the different voltages of the varying world standards, but use a "duck head" removable plug which can be swapped out with any of the new electrical adapter plugs. The new kits should be available in most worldwide Apple Store locations, with other dealers also able to order and carry them.

Maps adds Flyover views to nine cities in US and abroad

Apple on Tuesday added 3D Flyover support to nine additional cities around the world, bringing the "flight-perspective" views of the cities to its Maps program. The list includes Linz, Austria; Rennes, France; Venice, Italy; Guadalajara, Mexico; Ponce, Puerto Rico; Edinburgh, Scotland; Cceres, Spain; and two cities in the US: Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and Boise, Idaho. The new changes are being populated to servers, and may not show up on all devices just yet. The Flyover feature debuted in iOS 8, and has proven to be popular with Maps users.

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Afghans travel far and wide to see war-torn nation debut in World Cup cricket in Australia

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Published February 18, 2015

Supporters of the Afghanistan team cheer their team ahead of their Cricket World Cup Pool A match against Bangladesh in Canberra, Australia, Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2015. (AP Photo/Rob Griffith)(The Associated Press)

Afghanistan bowler Hassan Hamid, centre, watches as Bangladesh batsmen Iqbal Tamim, left, and Haque Anamul score runs during their Cricket World Cup Pool A match in Canberra, Australia, Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2015. (AP Photo/Rob Griffith)(The Associated Press)

Bangladesh batsman Iqbal Tamim dives to make his ground during their Cricket World Cup Pool A match against Afghanistan in Canberra, Australia, Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2015. (AP Photo/Rob Griffith)(The Associated Press)

CANBERRA, Australia The Afghanistan national cricket team's first appearance at the World Cup was a losing one, but its inclusion among the ranks of elite countries in the sport was a victory in itself even before a ball was bowled on Wednesday.

The Afghans got off to a promising start, and for a while the fairytale ending seemed a potential reality. But hampered by inexperience, they lost by 105 runs to Bangladesh, which has been playing in World Cup tournaments since 1999.

While the red and green of Bangladesh supporters appeared to dominate the drum-pounding stands at Canberra's Manuka Oval, the unusual spectacle of cricket fans parading the intricate black, red, green and white flags of Afghanistan, many with ornate gold edgings, also featured prominently.

The Afghan flag is still a novelty at international cricket games and the sight of it lends a sense of normality and national cohesion that the war-ravaged Central Asian country has yet to grow into.

The Afghan diaspora in Australia came from far and wide to see their country's proudest moment in a short cricket history.

The earliest Afghan immigrants came to Australia in the 19th century to drive the pioneering camel trains that helped open up the country's arid interior. But many Afghans in Australia are refugees of recent wars who live in the largest cities on the coast.

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ICC World Cup brings bonanza for travel cos as 6,000 Indians fly to Australia

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The author has posted comments on this articleTasmayee Laha Roy & Ravi Teja Sharma, ET Bureau | Feb 9, 2015, 12.54PM IST

While Tourism Australia said about 6,000 Indians will travel for the world cup, the Australian High Commission here said the number of tourist visa applications received this January was 37% higher than the same month last year.

"These sports events are the new holiday (and) travel destinations of well-heeled Indians, especially the superrich," said T C Guruprasad, managing director at Centrum Direct, which has processed around 500 visas for Australia for the world cup through its travel arm Club7 Holidays. "For a minimum one match holiday people are spending close to Rs 1.5 lakh whereas those planning an Australian holiday around the matches are spending up to Rs 12 lakh," he added. READ ALSO: World Cup calls Indian fans pad up to visit Australia

Dr B N Raghukumar, a doctor based in Mumbai, will take a 12-day tour of Australia with seven family members. Not only has he booked the best seats inside the stadium for the India-Pakistan match on February 15, but also ensured top hotels for stay. "Centrum helped me customise our holiday around the India-Pakistan match and let us choose hotels of our choice like Palazzo Versace at Gold Coast (Queensland), Four Seasons in Sydney and Crowne Plaza in Melbourne," he said. The group is spending Rs 25.69 lakh in all.

While Tourism Australia said about 6,000 Indians will travel for the world cup, the Australian High Commission here said the number of tourist visa applications received this January was 37% higher than the same month last year.

"There isn't a huge demand, but it is surely better than the usual demand for Australia," said Mayank Khandwala, co-founder of Mumbai-based Cutting Edge Travels, one of the official travel agents for the ICC Cricket World Cup.

He said school board exams in the country almost coinciding with match dates has turned out to be a bit of a dampener.

Cutting Edge Travels will send between 500 and 800 people for the World Cup, Khandwala said. "This would include individual travellers as well as people being sent by corporates such as Reliance Communications, Samsung, LG, Greenply, HDFC Bank and others."

Some corporates are sending top performing retailers, distributors and dealers. Centrum, too, is organising holiday for a MICE group of 600 people to Australia and New Zealand for three clients with a grand launch on the eve of the India-South Africa match.

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New Zealand conditions suit India more than Australia: Mohinder Amarnath

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India play their first four World Cup league fixtures in Australia, after which they travel to New Zealand to play two matches.

New Delhi: Former India cricketer Mohinder Amarnath believes that conditions in New Zealand will suit Indian batsmen better than those in Australia at the 2015 World Cup which starts on Saturday.

"The conditions in New Zealand will provide Indian batsmen more opportunity and options. It will suit their style because New Zealand wickets - though they may seem so - are not as quick as Australian wickets. Plus smaller grounds will come handy for Indian batsmen," Amarnath, who was part of the 1983 World Cup-winning India squad, told IANS in an interview.

India play their first four World Cup league fixtures in Australia, after which they travel to New Zealand to play two matches against minnows Ireland and Zimbabwe March 10 and 14, respectively.

Amarnath, who is famously known for clinching the World Cup-winning wicket in the 1983 final against the West Indies, said one of the reasons for India's failure in Australia has been the inability of the batsmen to adjust to the conditions Down Under.

"The way Indian players bat against quick bowlers, specially in Australia, they have not been able to adjust to the pace and bounce. Probably they are trying to play too many shots which they have not been able to play successfully because of their style, balance and technique," said the 64-year-old, who was Man-of-the-Series at the 1983 World Cup.

India have been in Australia for more than two-and-a-half months during which they lost the four-match Test series 0-2, lost all games and failed to make the final of the One-Day International (ODI) tri-series against Australia and England. More recently, they were once again hammered by Australia in a World Cup warm-up fixture by 106 runs.

"The important factor from the batting point of view is that the top order needs to have a good start and someone has to carry on the innings till the end and only then you have a chance to put pressure on the opponents," added the former all-rounder, who was also Man-of-the-Match in the 1983 World Cup final.

"In Australia and New Zealand, if you are a good backfoot player, you score a lot of runs because this is what they are going to get from bowlers, they are not going to pitch them up."

Though India haven't had a good Australian summer, Amarnath says there is not much to worry about when asked about the chances of the champions defending the title.

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World cruises appeal to adventurers who are in it for the long haul

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When I caught up with Keith and Anne Marie Steiner, the morning sun had just topped Tahiti's lush volcanic peaks, throwing shafts of golden light across the deck of the Crystal Serenity. The couple were about to go ashore at their first stop in French Polynesia. The ship had docked along the waterfront quay in Papeete and the Steiners were bound for the city's vibrant market, known for its black pearls and colorful fabrics.

The next day they would be in Bora Bora, they said. They planned to tour the island and play in its dazzling aquamarine lagoon, considered one of the most beautiful in the world.

The adventure might be considered epic for some people, but it's not unusual for the Steiners. This was their eighth world cruise, they said, during a phone interview from the ship. "You pretty much move onboard, see many ports and never have to pack and unpack," Keith Steiner said.

The Texas couple are part of an elite but growing group. They're what might be called extreme cruisers. They love to go to sea and stay there. During their current journey, the Steiners will be gone 170 days and they'll circumnavigate the globe, visiting dozens of ports, including Cape Town, South Africa; Rio de Janeiro; and Madagascar. Before docking at Papeete, they visited Easter Island.

At least seven major cruise lines now offer world cruises; many leave from Florida ports, but some sail from Los Angeles. Princess Cruise Lines' Pacific Princess, for instance, departed L.A. on Jan. 23, bound for a 111-day circumnavigation that will span six continents and include 34 destinations in 25 countries.

World cruises have become so popular that cruise lines can barely keep up with the demand, even though they're the priciest trips marketed by the travel industry, costing about $20,000 per person to as much as $500,000 per couple. By comparison, the average cruise is one week and may be available for as little as $500.

You can blame the baby-boomer generation for the growing popularity of cruises that go around the world in 80 days (or more).

"They have time on their hands, disposable income and an interest in travel," said Richard Meadows, Cunard's North America president. "They're looking for unique experiences. World travel delivers that." Cunard caters to that market in a variety of ways, including scheduling onboard entertainment such as James Taylor and Crosby, Stills & Nash.

The 175-year-old line offered its first world cruise in 1922; it now has three Queens in its fleet: Victoria, Elizabeth and the Queen Mary 2. Each sails world cruises January through April and other long segments during the summer.

Those who don't want to spend the time it takes to go on a world cruise but still want to spend a significant time at sea can combine segments a 10-day cruise and a 21-day cruise to lengthen their journey.

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Coin Dozer – World Tour

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Take an adventure around the world in COIN DOZER: WORLD TOUR!From those that brought you the wildly popular Coin Dozer, comes a twist on the classic game found in arcades and carnivals- Coin Dozer: World Tour! Travel to destinations such as China, Japan, and all over Europe, with more places to come!With Coin Dozer: World Tour, youll experience the majesty of China by collecting ancient coins, snatching up colorful dragons, stockpiling exploding fireworks, and more! Watch your coins and prizes stack up as the fire-breathing dragons help push your treasures over the edge! But the fun doesnt stop there: pack your bags, grab your passport, and continue on your adventure by heading to the fun-filled country of Japan! Collect calming Bonsai trees, stock up on some delicious sushi, and amass a team of ninjas! Thats not all- go backpacking all over Europe, visiting different countries and sampling the culture! Dont let anything drop off the sides if you want this to be the best trip ever! Be sure to look out for special coins to boost your coin-collecting power! Coin Dozer: World Tour is fun for both kids and adults!Features: - Colorful and vibrant 3D graphics!- The best physics of any coin pusher game!- Tons of prizes to collect and currently 3 regions to visit!- Lots of special effects!- A world constantly expanding, with more areas to be added soon!Check back soon for more updates!Coin Dozer: World Tour HD is available for the iPad!Try other games by Game Circus, such as Cookie Dozer and Prize Claw!

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Children education, Foundation La Vecina, NGO in Cartagena, Colombia.
Foundation La Vecina in Cartagena, Colombia run by Nathalie Rietman from Netherlands. This NGO provides education for children in poor areas of Cartagena. Currently there are more than 100...

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Vietnam Has Been Nominated for Vietnam and Asias Leading Tour Operator

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The first travel firm from private sector, Luxury Travel Ltd. (luxurytravels.asia) has been nominated in "Vietnams Leading Tour Operator" and "Asias Leading Tour Operator" category at the 2015 World Travel Awards.

Hailed as the Oscars of the travel industry, the awards seek to raise the standards of customer service and overall business performance throughout the international industry.

Now in their 21st year of operation, the World Travel Awards have evolved to represent a global search for the very best travel and tourism brands.

As a company, Luxury Travel has contributed significantly to the benchmarking of experiential travel within Vietnam and throughout Southeast Asia. In sharing their intimate knowledge of the region they have helped create the ultimate luxury travel experience, establishing a unique travel style of insightful and rewarding tourism.

As a company it is famous for providing travelers with the ultimate travel experience along with establishing a unique style of travel. Famous for their sophisticated and luxurious services, the company has its own offices and representatives in five continents.

After a rigorous selection procedure, Luxury Travel emerged with a nomination for Asias Leading Tour Operator for the first time, confirming its position as a leader within the Asia tourism industry.

As a company, Luxury Travel has contributed significantly to the benchmarking of experiential travel within Vietnam and throughout Asia.

In receiving a nomination, Luxury Travel Ltd. has effectively been issued with a global endorsement from thousands of travel professionals who believe that their distinct blend of niche and experiential travel is worth sharing with the rest of the world.

Celebrating 10 years at the forefront of the Vietnamese and Asian travel industry, Luxury Travel promotes a style of travel that goes beyond the idea of the conventional sightseeing packages, paying particular focus on immersing clients in the local culture and venturing out to lesser-known destinations.

The key thing sophisticated travelers want today is personal service and the opportunity to have unique encounters with a destinations culture, history and people something they cant Google, said Pham Ha, founder and CEO of Luxury Travel Ltd.

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