The Hellenic Navy (HN) (Greek: Πολεμικό Ναυτικό, Polemikó Naftikó, abbreviated ΠΝ) is the naval force of Greece, part of the Greek Armed Forces. The modern Greek navy has its roots in the naval forces of various Aegean Islands, which fought in the Greek War of Independence. During the periods of monarchy (1833–1924 and 1936–1973) it was known as the Royal Navy (Βασιλικόν Ναυτικόν, Vasilikón Naftikón, abbreviated ΒΝ).The total displacement of all the navy's vessels is approximately 150,000 tons.The motto of the Hellenic Navy is "Μέγα το της Θαλάσσης Κράτος" from Thucydides' account of Pericles' oration on the eve of the Peloponnesian War. This has been roughly translated as "Great is the country that controls the sea". The Hellenic Navy's emblem consists of an anchor in front of a crossed Christian cross and trident, with the cross symbolizing Greek Orthodoxy, and the trident symbolizing Poseidon, the god of the sea in Greek mythology. Pericles' words are written across the top of the emblem. "The navy, as it represents a necessary weapon for Greece, should only be created for war and aim to victory."...............The Hellenic Merchant Marine refers to the Merchant Marine of Greece, engaged in commerce and transportation of goods and services universally. It consists of the merchant vessels owned by Greek civilians, flying either the Greek flag or a flag of convenience. Greece is a maritime nation by tradition, as shipping is arguably the oldest form of occupation of the Greeks and a key element of Greek economic activity since the ancient times. Nowadays, Greece has the largest merchant fleet in the world, which is the second largest contributor to the national economy after tourism and forms the backbone of world shipping. The Greek fleet flies a variety of flags, however some Greek shipowners gradually return to Greece following the changes to the legislative framework governing their operations and the improvement of infrastructure.Blogger Tips and Tricks
This is a bilingual blog in English and / or Greek and you can translate any post to any language by pressing on the appropriate flag....Note that there is provided below a scrolling text with the 30 recent posts...Αυτό είναι ένα δίγλωσσο blog στα Αγγλικά η/και στα Ελληνικά και μπορείτε να μεταφράσετε οποιοδήποτε ποστ σε οποιαδήποτε γλώσσα κάνοντας κλικ στη σχετική σημαία. Σημειωτέον ότι παρακάτω παρέχεται και ένα κινούμενο κείμενο με τα 30 πρόσφατα ποστς....This is a bilingual blog in English and / or Greek and you can translate any post to any language by pressing on the appropriate flag....Note that there is provided below a scrolling text with the 30 recent posts...Αυτό είναι ένα δίγλωσσο blog στα Αγγλικά η/και στα Ελληνικά και μπορείτε να μεταφράσετε οποιοδήποτε ποστ σε οποιαδήποτε γλώσσα κάνοντας κλικ στη σχετική σημαία. Σημειωτέον ότι παρακάτω παρέχεται και ένα κινούμενο κείμενο με τα 30 πρόσφατα ποστς.........

Thursday, November 13, 2014

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Five Sun-Drenched Caribbean Islands to Visit This Winter

Best Caribbean islands to visit with the family By

Family Vacation Destinations

Martinique Martinique (Flickr: Luc Viatour)
With winter holidays well on the way, there’s no time like the present to set sights on a sun and fun filled escape to the colorful Caribbean. Covered in rainforests, dotted with volcanoes, bursting with wildlife and waterfalls, all surrounded by endless white sand beaches, the Caribbean islands are a favorite destination for families with kids of all ages and interests. A vacation to these five welcoming Caribbean islands offers a recipe for fun:

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Dolphin Encounters in the Bahamas Dolphin Encounters in the Bahamas (Dolphin Encounters in the Bahamas)
The Bahamas have all the makings of a great vacation for families craving a perfect mix of relaxation and recreation. Best known for heartbreakingly beautiful beaches, the Bahamas also boast sloop sailing and sports on land and water for every season. Treat the kids to the Dolphin Experience on Grand Bahama Island, where friendly Atlantic bottlenose dolphins frolic in one of the largest dive programs in the Caribbean. During Carnival and street festivals, be on the lookout for Moko Jumbies, the stilt-walking symbols of freedom.

Martinique. Beyond its string of spectacular beaches and charming French-infused culture, Martinique boasts a bucket-load of sports and more than a fair share of recreational activities for kids. Zip from tree to tree on an adventure trail along catwalks through the trees at Trois-Ilets at Mongofila, a gigantic theme park full of fun things to do for kids of all ages. Children and their parents get a kick out of water trampolines, waterslides, floating swings and climbing walls at the family-friendly Maya Beach Club at Plage de l'Hotel Caritan.

Isla Mujeres Isla Mujeres (Flickr: Thomassin Mickaël)
Isla de Mujeres, Mexico is just a short but sweet boat ride from bustling Cancun. The beaches of Isla de Mujeres, the Island of Women, are peaceful and sometimes deserted. The Mayans dedicated Isla de Mujeres to Ixchel (otherwise known as goddess O), the jaguar goddess of midwifery and medicine. Families with kids who like to explore sandy stretches of clear turquoise water against soft white sand will benefit from a visit to Isla de Mujueres. Kids appreciate the Isla Mujeres Turtle Farm, a government sponsored hatchery and rehabilitation center for endangered sea turtles which are treated all year round.

Dolphin City in the Cayman Islands Dolphin City in the Cayman Islands (Flickr: Barry Peters)
The Cayman Islands are an archipelago of three islands 90 miles south of Cuba. The Caymans are widely known for world-class scuba diving, watersports, and golf courses. The whole family can while away days on the popular Seven Mile Beach, and at Rum Point, the calm waters are especially relaxing. Swim and mingle with stingrays at Stingray City, an area of sandbars found in the North Sound of Grand Cayman where a flurry of friendly stingrays congregate in the shallow waters.

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Dominican Republic Dominican Republic (Flickr: Ronald Saunders)
With lots of islands to choose from, the Dominican Republic (The DR) makes an ideal getaway for families who like the kid-friendly amenities of its all-inclusive resorts, especially on the idyllic, sand-swept eastern island of Punta Cana. Kids can channel the famous Domincan baseball player Sammy Sosa in batting cages, practice archery, and scale a climbing wall at the kid-focused action park at the Paradisus Punta Cana Resort.

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