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Charlotte, NC, United States (AHN) – The aircraft in the 2009 flight that ended in the Hudson River is poised to begin its journey to Charlotte, where it will tell the story of survivors in a museum.

Pieces of the plane piloted by Capt. Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger will be delivered on a specially designed truck from the New Jersey hangar, where it was cleaned and prepared for four months, to the Carolinas Aviation Museum.

The Airbus A320-214 will be re-assembled once all its parts arrive, with the last expected to arrive by June 11. The museum is scheduled to be closed for the day to begin the process of putting the plane back together and preparing it for permanent display.

The museum is located beside Charlotte/Douglas International Airport, the destination of the Airbus when it crash landed on the Hudson. Founded in 1992, the museum won against the Smithsonian and other institutions in January to acquire the aircraft, largely because it is located in a city where more than two thirds of the survivors live.

Sullenberger was forced to land the U.S. Airways jetliner on Jan. 15, 2009, on the river less than two minutes after taking off from LaGuardia Airport. All 150 passengers and five crew members of Flight 1549 survived. A bird strike was found to be the cause of the emergency landing.

The aircraft’s trip to the museum follows an announcement from CBS that the 60-year-old Sullenberger would join the network as an aviation expert who will provide commentary on news programs.

Sullenberger, who flew F-4 Phantoms in the Air Force before becoming a commercial pilot, retired last year after flying his last flight, with his co-pilot on the “Miracle on the Hudson” plane.

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Acapulco, Mexico (AHN) – Drug cartel murders on Saturday of 21 young men in the Mexican resort city of Acapulco mean damage to the city’s tourist industry is likely to become severe, according to travel agents.

Most foreign visitors to the city already have fled, but now Mexicans who frequent the city are having second thoughts.

Fifteen of the bodies were found outside a shopping center, 14 of them decapitated. Another six were found inside a cab.

Handwritten signs at the scene of the crime indicate the killings resulted from the latest conflict among three cartels, Los Zetas, La Familia and the Sinaloa cartel, to control illegal drug trafficking.

Some of the posters nearby were signed “El Chapo Guzman,” referring to the head of the Sinaloa cartel and Mexico’s most wanted man.

The posters warn rival cartels to stop extorting bribes from public officials and businesses.

Police said Guzman might be trying to vindicate the reputation of the Sinaloa cartel after accusations the gang was intimidating or bribing political and business leaders.

Meanwhile, the Mexican government released its latest figures on the death toll from the drug war that started in December 2006.

At least 30,196 people were killed since Mexican President Felipe Calderon ordered troops to crack down on the drug cartels. Of those, a record 12,456 died between January and November of 2010.

Acapulco, once called the “Pearl of the Pacific,” has seen U.S. and Canadian tourism fall by 50 percent in the past year, according to a Mexican travel agency association.

Foreigners make up only about 10 percent of visitors to Acapulco now.

Tourists still visit the city, especially from Mexico City, but travel agents say they expect the number of Mexican visitors to fall as the violence increases.

The latest killings come only weeks after 18 workers from the nearby state of Michoacan were found in a mass grave.

They had been touring Acapulco by bus while on vacation when they were kidnapped by drug cartel members and murdered.

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The United States is full of big cities with late-night reputations that people from around the world flock to. 24 hour restaurants are an important component of these all-night party towns because without them there would be no way to finish off a late-night of dancing at a club or socializing at a bar. This article discusses the various options for 24/7 dining in America’s favorite party cities.

If there is a going to be a discussion about food and partying, New Orleans has to be in the mix. This city is well-known for its wild parties like Mardis Gras, and its unique Creole and Cajun cuisine. Although most of the city’s famous eateries operate under traditional hours, among the most famous is one of the 24 hour restaurants called Cafe Du Monde. This cafe, which has been open for more than a century, is best known for its French style donut-like pastry the beignet. Tourists and locals alike flock to this late-night hot spot for the fried treat, which is sprinkled with confectioner’s sugar and accompanied by the contrasting bitter chicory coffee. Being open for 24 hours and centrally located in the Vieux Carre makes this a great place to go after a long night on Bourbon Street.

Another city that does not get much shut-eye is Los Angeles. This city of 3.8 million has so many mouths to feeds that it is guaranteed to have a variety of 24 hour restaurants, right? Yes, this city is full of them. One great example is Fred 62. This restaurant is known for its high quality food, gigantic menu, and decent prices. Here you can get eggs with toast and hash browns for as little as $6. Being one of the most diverse cities in the world, it is no surprise that LA is also home to Canters- a Jewish-style deli featuring everything from corned beef to matzo ball soup. East Coasters love going to Canters to get some late-night grub that reminds them of home, LA natives go there because they like great food at reasonable prices.

Last but definitely not least is the city that never sleeps: New York. It is difficult to mention New York food and ignore pizza. New York style pizza is known for its thin crispy crust which is usually folded in half to eat due to its big size. Two great 24 hour restaurants in New York serve pizza- 99 Fresh and 2 Brothers Pizza. They are in a turf battle for dollar a slice pizza, but most people love both. Both restaurants feature the famous New York style cheese pizza that the city is known for made with tomato sauce and mozzarella. It does not matter whether you are a student, tourist, cab driver or native, everyone enjoys great pizza for a dollar.

Toledo is just about 40 miles from the capital city of Spain. The city has been awarded the status of world heritage city since it is one of the most spectacular cities that the world has. The streets and buildings are present within the walls of the old city that was built hundreds of years ago. Since Christians, Moors and Jews once inhabited the city and lived in cooperation with each other; visitors admire remains of mosques, churches and synagogues built during that time. Some splendid historical monuments include Puerta Bisagra, Alcázar Castle and El Greco. Another thing about which Toledo that is famous is its restaurants and various stews, roast suckling page and roast lamb that is served in these restaurants.

Hostal del Cardenal Restaurante
The restaurant in Hotel Del Cardenal boasts that the roast suckling pig that is served here can not compare to it anywhere in the world. The restaurant is located right at the entrance to the old city and it has capacity of accommodating around 200 people at once. The carefully decorated restaurant is known for its original coffered ceilings and the beauty is supplemented by embroidered hangings along with other decorated elements. The menu of restaurant also includes other special items like pisto manchego casserole, roast pork loin, Iberian ham with tomato & french toast and deer jerky seasoned with oil and oregano. You also get a free parking available easily.

Asador Adolfo
It is one of the most classic restaurant that Toledo has. Owned by the Adolfo Group’s Adolfo Muñoz, the restaurant specializes in and roasted meat. It is one of the restaurant that are offer various imaginative dishes like perfect raw oysters are made to afloat in an deeply flavored tomato gelee or you may find interest in Delicate shrimp that is served with a passion fruit vinaigrette. Most of the dishes are served in this restaurant are based on local ingredients such as saffron, alto tajo truffles, manchego cheese and olive oil. The restaurant has around 40,000 bottles of wine in its cellar and the wine list of Asador Adolfo is regarded as one of the best by experts in Spain.

Curcuma (Tumeric) Restaurante-Jardin
This beautiful garden restaurant is present in the center of downtown Toledo. The restaurant is quite near to the Museum of councils and the cathedral. The restaurant used to be a classic building which has actually been refurbished with state-of-art décor. The dining room is quite spacious and the main feature of this restaurant is a private dining room that can accommodate up to 12 people. The restaurant has a garden which allows open-air dining but only when weather permits. Menu items are quite special and it includes carpaccio of venison invading and virgin olive oil, oxtail stew, sirloin grilled cod and calf with pisto manchego and duck breast with grilled shiitake mushrooms.

Chiang Mai, the capital of the fabled kingdom of Lanna in northern Thailand, is a truly well known holiday destination. One can find a wide range of activities to be enjoyed in the countryside round about, and plenty of attractions in the city itself. It is renowned for its wats or temples – there are literally hundreds in and around the city. You will find a great many guesthouses to pick from. Here are some details of some of them:

The Elegant Lanna Boutique Hotel – your charming accommodation in the center of Chiang Mai. Elegant Lanna gives you Chiang Mai elegance, comfort, style, premium location and tranquility at a fraction of the price of luxury hotels. The guesthouse is only a 5 minute walk to town center, famous temples and major tourist landmarks in Chiang Mai. Elegant Lanna is a pleasant guesthouse with 14 rooms. All Rooms feature modern facilities (air-con, free WIFI, international 60 channel TV, phone). All rooms are furnished in Chiang Mai Lanna Style of North Thailand . The rooms on the second, third and fourth floor have individual balconies with scenic views. The first floor has a garden patio, outdoor seating areas and a coffee shop. Elegant Lanna is positioned very close to Wat Chomphu, close to North Wheel shop on Chaiyaphum road.

Julie’s Guesthouse is an extremely laid-back hostel with a number of clean and cosy rooms and an Adventure-Tour travel agency in the center of Chiang Mai’s historic city. As Adventure Tour specialists, Julie’s organizes fascinating outings to the outlying areas of natural beauty in north Thailand. On offer are:: mountain biking, trekking, rafting, rock climbing, cooking courses, kayaking and lots more. The location offers you a friendly and laid-back ambience making your holiday unforgettable! You can find laundries, internet and other facilities very close by. And if you feel like unwinding after a long day’s travelling or trekking, let Saija Massage (next door) be your place to regenerate and rejuvenate. At the cosy open-air restaurant tasty Western, Thai and Italian food is on the menu. It’s the place to meet fellow travellers while eating, playing pool or chatting. On the rooftop you can read and lay in the hammocks, get a suntan or just watch the sunset over Doi Suthep! Julie’s is more than just a hotel. It is a lively place and ideal for young-at-heart travellers who want to communicate and add to the character of this travellers’ haven. Not the rooms are the main attraction but the atmosphere around them! Hopefully you’ll leave Julie’s having enjoyed some wonderful times and eager to return for more.

The original Chiang Dao Nest has some incredible mountain views and a large slice of sky! It’s also home to Wicha’s world-renowned European Gourmet kitchen, which produces some of the best Western and fusion and European cooking in North Thailand. Nest 1 is located in a small valley surrounded on three sides by mountains and hills with the fourth being covered with trees. It is located very close to the border of the National Park. The road it is on is a no-through road which terminates about 1 km further at Wat Tham Paplong Temple. It’s very tranquil there! Chiang Dao Nest 2 is located very close to Chiang Dao Cave, one of north Thailand’s major attractions. The site is next to a spectacular wall of mountain (Doi Luang Chiang Dao, the third highest mountain in Thailand), and has breathtaking mountain views in all directions.

The Sarah Guesthouse, located in Tapae Road, Chiang Mai, has fan cooled and air conditioned rooms at affordable prices. A big choice of breakfast and other meals are offered. Tour and trekking services are availablealongside Thai culinary courses. A visa service is offered, and there is a selection of books and magazines for guests to read..

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Hungary is a small country in Central Europe with the capital Budapest, inhabited only by ten million people. It is considered a great power in the sphere of tourism, hotel and restaurant business. Known to the Romans from ancient times under the name of Pannonia, modern Hungary is inhabited by descendants of the Magyar tribes who crossed the Great Bazin in VII and VIII centuries. The kingdom, founded by them flourished till the XVI century, until repeated Turkish incursions made Hungary to join the Austrian Empire. The culture of Hungary however remained completely independent, having kept its own traditions in cooking, music and language. The Hungarian language belongs to the Finno-Ugric group of languages and differs very much from all other European languages. The status of political independence was returned to Hungary by he Habsburg dynasty in the XIX century. Now there are open 600 museums and exhibition halls in Hungary. Many of them exhibite masterpieces of art, famous not only in Europe but throughout the world. And from this point of view Budapest is the leader.

Budapest The Danube crosses the city, dividing the plain and hilly terrain, Pest and Buda. Budapest consists of three historically parts – Pest, Buda and Obuda. In ancient times there was a settlement of Celts here and then the Roman Aquincum. By the time of Hungarians had come here (about 895), there were Slavic settlements in Pest. Later, the city was destroyed by the Mongol-Tatars. Another was the power of the Turks, the Austrians. Now it is the capital of Hungary. In the heart of Budapest on the Danube, Margaret Island is located – another attraction of the capital (length – 2,5 km, maximum width – 500 m). here are two luxury hotels, restaurants, cafes, the beach “Palatinus”, a summer opera, where annually theater festivals are held. The Island in Hungary is a popular place for rest of the townspeople, who, fleeing from the hustle and bustle, come here to a cozy Japanese garden. Obuda is the oldest district of the capital of Hungary, located on the right bank of the Danube. It has been keeping narrow streets with small taverns, small houses in baroque and late rococo style longer than other districts. But now here everything has changed significantly, however, the main square’s ensemble (Fo ter) as well as remains of buildings of the ancient Roman settlement Akvinka – Aquincum are carefully protected.

The ruins of the civil town of Romans and the amphitheater – one of the largest in the Roman provinces – is of great interest for tourists in Hungary. Tens of thousands of fans of theater and music come annually to Hungary to attend numerous festivals. The most famous among them are “The Budapest Spring”, Szeged and Budapest summer theater festivals, concerts of Beethoven’s music in the old city park in Martonvashar. The city is located 40 km from Budapest towards Lake Balaton. There is a castle there that once belonged to Mr. Brunswick. When Beethoven lived in this city, he often visited Brunswick and his daughters. In July and August on Saturday in honor of Beethoven eight concerts are performed. Concert halls are located close to the railway, so the train schedule is made so that trains do not disturb during the concerts.

Delhi is a perfect blend of music, culture, art and of course food. Different people have their own passions that they delve into making the city vibrantly full of innumerable talents. The city easily flaunts a number of cuisines like Punjabi, Mughlai, Hyderabadi, Kashmiri, Italian, Japanese, Oriental and more. So, this shows that the restaurants in Delhi suit every palate. It is not about being a local in Delhi or visiting the city, one can easily find what they love eating as the city actually offers a variety of things to choose from.

From restaurants in Delhi at lush hotels or in a small colony, they actually have their unique points set. A street in Delhi called Pandara road actually serves food till 2 am in the morning. It is the most dependable place to be when one is late in the night. There are also coffee shops in five star hotels that are open 24*7 but they might seem expensive to some. Depending on what your pocket wants to shell, you can find a convenient place to eat. Also, it is not always about money, there are times when you have all the money to spend but you feel like eating something tangy at the roadside. For all other times, there are some fantastic restaurants in Delhi serving different cuisines, which can be explored by each one of you.

Also, there are offers and promotions run at different restaurants in Delhi that can be availed for a nice meal. It is very important to figure out the cuisine one wants to eat before hitting the place. It is always nicer when you go to a specialty restaurant where they know what they are good at. Though some restaurants in Delhi serve every kind of food, there are others who specialize in Italian or Mughlai etc. It’s a personal choice when it comes to visiting a place and also it is nice to read reviews or ask other people on what they think of the place. It can help you gauge the venue and set your expectations in that sense itself. Restaurants in Delhi are not only great for their food but they also excel in the décor and the services. From valet parking to quick service, everything is in place and there is specialized set of people doing their duties.

The music and ambience in a restaurant sets it apart from others. There is obviously a feel good factor while eating if the décor is beautiful and neat. It only enhances the dining experience. Restaurants in Delhi are actually making sure that their ambience is perfect for anything between quiet dates to an official meeting. Also, the best part about Delhi is the crowd. The nice lush restaurants are sure to get the best crowds and there is never anything poor about the place or the people attending the do. One can be sure of taking your families and kids to a restaurant in Delhi that is in a good locality. Though it might get a little tough on the pocket, it is surely worth it!