Mideast piece

Article Abstract:

The description of 'The World,' a collection of 300 mini islands, currently under construction and present in the Greenland area of the Persian Gulf not far from Dubai, is presented. While each island is priced at a rate starting from $11 million, the various facilities that can be brought up in the island and the lifestyle the island is likely to provide, are also discussed.

Strategy & planning, Forecasts, trends, outlooks, Middle East, Planning, Economic aspects, Forecasts and trends, Market trend/market analysis, Islands, Waterfront development, Company business planning, Persian Gulf region

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Close quarters

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An experience of traveling nonstop for over eighteen hours from Los Angeles to Singapore in economy class is shared. The seating, service, amenities, meals, entertainment, and the tedium of the long trip, are described.

Singapore, Personal narratives, Air travel

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Istanbul: Edifice complex

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Istanbul's long suffering Hagia Sophia is described. It is the most beautiful building in the world and earthquakes, pillagers, and zealots do nothing to enhance the conventional beauty of this building.

Evaluation, Structures (Construction)

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