#Liverpool Tourism

[ynwa-chiesa]

Id like to get involved as in get on stage in throw everybody off that sucks immidiatly

[totallyhussein-blog]

A question of pride in a global community

Since the early 1970s, June has been known as Pride Month. Every year, June marks the anniversary of the Stonewall riots, a series of protests that occurred in Greenwich Village, New York City, after police attempted to raid the Stonewall Inn, a popular gay bar, on June 28, 1969.

As Charity Digital reported, the first London Pride was held in 1972 on the anniversary of the Stonewall riots. Around 2000 people attended. Last year, in 2022, on the 50th anniversary of the first march in the UK, over 1.5 million people attended London Pride.

As the Pink Times explained, since the late 1980s, fundraising events have been held over the August bank holiday weekend in Manchester, in a bid to raise money for the LGBTQ+ community.

At the time of its birth, homophobia remained rife and in 1988 an anti-Section 28 protest was held in Manchester, against the law that prohibited the “promotion of sexuality”. The law was in effect until the year 2000 in Scotland and 2003 in England and Wales.

In the summer of 1991, Manchester’s Village Charity formed the Mardi Gras festival, which raised £15,000 for HIV and AIDS. In 2022, the charity raised a staggering £120,062.38 for LGBTQ+ good causes in the city.

Manchester Pride will kick off on Friday, 25th August, with celebrations rounding up on Monday, 28 August 2023. Across the August Bank Holiday, Pride events contribute around £34 million to Manchester’s economy.

[andreyyvieras]

I'm happy man city lost to Southampton last night. It means their win over Liverpool in the previous round meant nothing to them.

But what makes me happier is that watching man United fans become confident that the cup is theirs to win - just to shamefully lost to Nots Forest later in the semifinal

[leiflitter]

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Hello from Blighty thoughts about Saltburn

As a continuation from my reply to @armands-eyefuckery because BRAIN

Aight gang let's have a lil sit down because there is a big ol angle to the film that I think is getting missed by a lot of folks who aren't from the UK because it's a very uh...

British Thing.

IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT OLIVER IS FROM THE NORTH.

Cut because Length.

Now look. I am not going to go into Thatcher and Her Crimes, but it's worth a google. I do bring it up in You're Almost Home because...

Lots of people are saying Oliver is upper middle class, and honestly? That doesn't track for me. At all. Yes, his parents have a detached house in a nice suburb and they went on holidays, but there's a lot of Very British Context to them that I really want to point out. Also remember, it's 2006/2007. That is also important.

First of all- Oliver's parents probably never went to University.

Really listen to them. How gullible they are- they believe that Oliver can study at Oxford, and be on the rowing team, and be in plays, and be top scholar. He's always been so clever. If Oliver was anything near upper middle class, his parents would be educated professionals. Oliver probably has dockworkers not even three generations back- his dad has management vibes, but he probably worked his way up in the 70s when all you needed was a good attitude and not to be an obvious murderer.

Secondly- let's talk about the house.

As someone from Down South who has also lived Up North, Oliver's Parent's house would not have been as expensive as people think. Let's assume they bought it in the 1980s- we ALL know that house prices are through the roof NOW, but even today there is a huge gap between house prices in the south and the north. 200k down South might get you a one bedroom flat, if you're lucky. 200k in Prescot can get you a 4-bed, semi-detached HOUSE. Check rightmove.

It is also important that the house is relatively new-looking, because over here Upper Middle Class people aren't really into new build houses- if Oliver was upper middle class, he'd be living in something Victorian or Edwardian. Probably somewhere with a good link to London, especially in 2007. It also means that Oliver's parents may not have even bought it outright- my parents got on the housing ladder via a shared ownership scheme. Oliver's parents aren't rich.

Now, the holidays. Mykonos. Another fun Brit thing is the package holiday. Here's a pretty interesting article about them;

Two adults and three kids could absolutely have gone to Mykonos every year in the late 80s/90s for far less than you'd expect, especially if they paid in installments each month.

I also mentioned about Ollie being from Merseyside specifically, but again. CONTEXT. Although Oliver isn't Liverpudlian (it's important, he's from NEAR Liverpool but not Liverpool itself) the North of England as a whole has routinely been fucked over by those in power. The government AND the royals and the very wealthy. It's still ongoing today- again, another fun source.

Remember when Mr Eats-Crunchies-Sideways called him a Bootlicker? That's fucking IMPORTANT. To many folks he IS a bootlicker. He is highly unlikely to have been raised to grovel at the feet of those with hereditary titles and wealth, and honestly he doesn't. I've written before about how Oliver Denies Felix Things and how that dynamic is important. Oliver likely hasn't been raised with any real deference to The Rich (except Princess Diana).

It also effects Oliver's response to Felix, because goddamn it THATCHER again- it is HIGHLY likely that Oliver has lived through a lot of homophobia. Internalised a lot of it. Felix's parents do not give a shit, but that was not the norm. Again, tried to hit on it in YAH, because times have changed since the 90s/2000s and people change with them, but no fuckin wonder Oliver never responded to Felix chirpsing him like a maniac. He's fucking REPRESSED when he's in Oxford, pals. It also makes sense with that weird Tumblr Dom shit he pulls; he's still fuckin weird about it, he's just being In Charge so he doesn't need to be vulnerable in any way. He is only vulnerable for Felix, and even then he can't SHOW felix that, that would be gay.

Leiflitter over'n'out

[realmadridfamily]

The Ancelotti family at the official opening of the guesthouse "Il Poggio", which was the dream of Luisa (ex-wife of Carlo and mother of Katia and Davide).

Ancelotti turns to wine and tourism, transforming the ancient house in Felegara into a B&B. Where Carlo and his wife Luisa conceived and raised Katia and Davide, their children, their mother's idea becomes reality: the "Il poggio" estate will host weddings, hikers, visitors and entrusts its vineyards to local farmers. For 25 years it was his home, nestled on his land: this is where Katia and Davide were born and raised. it is here that he lived with his first wife Luisa, who passed away prematurely 3 years ago. Now, traveling between London and Paris, Madrid, Munich, Liverpool and now back to Madrid, Carlo Ancelotti gives the keys of the “Il poggio” estate in Felegara di Medesano (Parma) to Valentina Pancini, property manager and founder of “EVEVE srl”, a company born from the passion generated by the management of properties in the tourist accommodation sector. The estate is surrounded by dense vegetation and vineyards, still owned by the Ancelotti family, entrusted to local farmers who take care of the production of wines. It starts with 6 rooms (a suite and a double room, but the project - started in 2022 from an old idea of Luisa's - includes other rooms in the future. In the meantime, guests will already be able to enjoy a large garden, swimming pool, relaxation area, sauna , Turkish bath and gym. The services will immediately also include home chefs, wellness services, yoga, horse riding and above all cultural and food and wine tours in the surrounding hills. The offer will also include trips to castles and visits to Parma.

[exterminate-ak]

Wth dude, what's your beef with the UK?

No beef whatsoever.

But UK is hosting just because of the war. Ukraine won last year and this edition should be all about UKRAINE, or at least most of it.

Instead it became a... Liverpool tourism advertisement? What the fuck. This is extremely disrespectful.

[filipeanut]

Admission to many museums in the UK are free, so once and a while we drop in to get to see local art. Here are some photos of art with themes of colonization, injustice, and issues of our time at Tate Liverpool.

This photo is of a Palestinian woman in what’s left of her home during the Sabra Camp massacre in 1982. It is by Don McCullin, a British photographer who covered the Lebanese Civil War during his visits in 1976 and 1982. Palestinian refugees fled to Lebanon after the establishment of Israel in 1948 in what was once a part of Palestine. The war in Lebanon led to massacres of Muslim neighborhoods including Palestinians in the Sabra refugee camp.

The late Zarina Hashmi was an Indian-American artist born in India, whose family was displaced by the 1947 partition of India after British colonial rule. While her sister Rani moved to Pakistan, Zarina eventually traveled the world, staying in touch with her sister everywhere she went. “Letters from Home” use these letters from Rani as a basis for the art, as they are written in Urdu and printed along with depictions of blue prints and maps of the places Zarina had lived through the years.

Kader Attia was born in France to Algerian parents, and later grew up in Algeria. Believe it or not, this artwork is made out of food. Specifically, couscous, a staple in Algeria as well as the rest of North Africa. Near the exhibit is a photo of Swiss-French architect Le Corbusier, who applied modernist architecture during the French colonial period in Algeria near the mid 1900s. In this artwork Attia seems to shape buildings in the modernist style, depicting the ancient hilltop city of Ghardaia in Algeria. The buildings are molded in couscous, and cracks and crumbling areas in the buildings could be seen as weathering from both the city’s old age and French colonization.

Torkwase Dyson handcrafted these huge, black structures and placed them in a large dark space on the first floor of Tate Liverpool. Dyson’s abstract works “grapple with the ways in which space is perceived, imagined and negotiated particularly by black and brown bodies.” This installation, “Liquid a Place,” definitely displays this, with these huge statues of what seam like heavy slabs of the darkest marble. They definitely convey the weight of colonization for me, and the artist description of them echoing “the curve of a ship’s hull” got me the most. Tate Liverpool sits in what was once one of Europe’s busiest ports serving the Transatlantic Slave Trade.

Lubaina Himid was one of the pioneers of the UK’s Black Art movement in the 1980s. “Carrot Piece” shows a white figure hovering a carrot over a Black woman carrying her own plentiful batch of food and items. The white figure is on a unicycle and wears light make up, conveying ridiculousness or crude entertainment, as if a clown. These are cut-out wooden paintings that are life-sized and was made for, as Himid wrote in her description, “…the moment when you slowly realise that you have learned something quite useful about yourself which proves to be a whole lot better than anything ever offered to you for free.”

Kerry James Marshall is known for his colorful paintings depicting Black people in dark shades. He counters “Western pictorial tradition” and brings forward Black figures in it. This work shows a Black figure wearing a British royal guard uniform, holding a sandwich board advertising a fish and chips restaurant named after a freedman, prominent writer, and British slavery abolitionist Olaudah Equiano. The irony of this art, is that it does not show a place in England. It is a scene in Arizona, where a “London Bridge” was made to attract American tourism.

[gaewaren]

yeah all of them. i even visited them in liverpool and i made them see all the beatles related stuff. idk they broke my heart but i made them spend two days doing beatles tourism

good for you i'd also tie them to a chair and make them watch the 8 hours of get back without pause

[fuwafuwapancakesuk]

Fuwa Fuwa: A Top Liverpool Dessert Franchise

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Why Fuwa Fuwa Stands Out?

Fuwa Fuwa’s success can be attributed to its distinctive product offering and the brand's dedication to maintaining high standards. The Japanese soufflé pancakes, which are the core of Fuwa Fuwa’s menu, are light, airy, and melt-in-the-mouth, offering a refreshing departure from traditional dessert options. This uniqueness has helped the brand carve a niche for itself, attracting dessert lovers who are always on the lookout for something new and exciting.

Liverpool’s Dessert Scene

Liverpool is a city known for its vibrant food culture, and Fuwa Fuwa fits perfectly into this environment. With a diverse population that appreciates both traditional and contemporary cuisines, Liverpool offers a fertile ground for innovative dessert franchises like Fuwa Fuwa. The city's thriving tourism industry also plays a significant role in Fuwa Fuwa’s success, as tourists are often eager to try local and unique offerings.

Franchise Opportunities

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[sa7abnews]

UAE, India issue UK travel warnings amid far-right mob violence

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UAE, India issue UK travel warnings amid far-right mob violence

A far-right rampage in the UK has seen Middle East, Asian, and African nations issue travel warnings for citizens visiting the country, amid fears of further extremist violence in the coming days.

The UAE warned travellers could be at risk of the “unstable security situation in various cities across the UK” with extremist riots breaking out in major cities and towns over the weekend, much of the rhetoric and violence aimed at mosques, Muslim immigrants, and people of colour.

The Emirati embassy in London called on citizens to “exercise the necessary precautions and avoid crowded areas in some cities”.

London is a major holiday destination for Emiratis and other people from the Gulf, particularly during the summer, with 477,000 visits from the UAE to the UK last year, with an average of £1,918 spent per visit.

India also warned its citizens to “stay vigilant and exercise due caution” when visiting the UK with violence breaking out in Liverpool, Manchester, Rotherham and other towns and cities in the country.

Both countries advised nationals to avoid flashpoint areas, where Islamophobic rhetoric and racist attacks have been reported.

Despite the travel warnings, the UK’s national tourism agency ‘VisitBritain’ said that the country still remains open to welcome tourists.

“Demand for travel to Britain remains strong and we continue to welcome many millions of visitors from all over the world,” a VisitBritain spokesperson told The New Arab.

“We are working closely with our overseas teams to monitor travel sentiment and to ensure international travel trade have the latest factual information available, as necessary.”

The violence began in Southport, North West England last week after the murder of three girls with the UK-born suspect arrested in the case falsely accused of being Muslim and an asylum seeker.

Police have warned against the spread of false information, such as the religion of the suspect, and said prosecutions against those stirring up the hatred will follow.

Malaysia was one of the first countries to issue a travel advisory for the UK, when it warned its citizens – many of them students – to “stay away from the protest areas”.

Neighbouring Indonesia later told nationals to exercise “extreme vigilance” if travelling or leaving their homes in the UK.

Nigeria’s foreign ministry warned that the far-right riots had “spawned an anti-immigrant narrative, with particular emphasis on Muslim immigrants and persons of colour”.

There have been reports of people of colour being targeted by the mobs, while hotels hosting asylum seekers have been attacked.

Nearly 400 people have been arrested in connection with the riots and the UK government has promised swift justice against all law breakers.

Pro-immigration counter-protests have also been held in the flashpoint towns and cities with specialised police units set up to tackle the violence.

[johnalexcooper]

Waste Management Solution in Liverpool: Ensuring a Sustainable Future

In today's rapidly urbanizing world, the effective management of waste has become a critical issue. As cities grow and industries expand, the amount of waste produced has surged, making efficient waste management solutions not just a necessity but an urgent priority. Liverpool, with its rich history and burgeoning population, is no exception. The need for a robust Waste Management Solution in Liverpool has never been more pressing, and understanding its importance can drive both individual and collective action towards a more sustainable future.

The Importance of Waste Management

Environmental Protection

The primary importance of waste management lies in its role in protecting the environment. Improper waste disposal leads to pollution of the air, soil, and water, which can have devastating effects on ecosystems and human health. For instance, landfill sites that are not properly managed can release harmful chemicals into the ground and nearby water sources, leading to contamination. By implementing efficient waste management solutions, Liverpool can significantly reduce the negative impact of waste on the environment, ensuring cleaner air and water for all.

Public Health and Safety

Inadequate waste disposal methods may also present significant threats to the well-being of the general population. Accumulated waste attracts pests like rodents and insects, which are vectors for diseases. Additionally, hazardous waste, if not disposed of properly, can lead to the release of toxic substances, putting the health of Liverpool’s residents at risk. Effective waste management solutions ensure that waste is collected, treated, and disposed of in a manner that minimizes health hazards, promoting a safer and healthier community.

Resource Conservation

One of the key benefits of waste management is resource conservation. Many materials that end up as waste can be recycled and reused, reducing the need to extract new raw materials. This not only conserves natural resources but also saves energy and reduces greenhouse gas emissions associated with the production and transportation of these materials. In Liverpool, promoting recycling and waste reduction can contribute to a more sustainable use of resources, aligning with global efforts to combat climate change.

Economic Benefits

Effective waste management also brings significant economic benefits. By implementing recycling programs and waste-to-energy initiatives, Liverpool can create new job opportunities and stimulate economic growth. Moreover, efficient waste management can reduce the costs associated with waste disposal and environmental cleanup. Investments in waste management infrastructure and technology can lead to long-term savings and a more resilient local economy.

Aesthetic and Social Value

Proper management of waste improves the visual appeal and social significance of communities. Clean streets, parks, and public spaces contribute to the overall quality of life, making Liverpool a more attractive place to live and visit. This, in return, has the potential to enhance tourism and foster a sense of local pride. A community that prioritizes waste management is often perceived as responsible and forward-thinking, fostering a sense of civic responsibility and social cohesion among its residents.

Waste Management Solution in Liverpool

Comprehensive Waste Collection

A comprehensive waste collection system is the backbone of any effective waste management solution. In Liverpool, this involves regular collection of household waste, recycling, and organic waste. Ensuring that waste is collected consistently and efficiently helps prevent the accumulation of waste and reduces the risk of environmental pollution and health hazards.

Advanced Recycling Programs

Recycling is a crucial component of Liverpool’s waste management strategy. Advanced recycling initiatives that promote the segregation and treatment of recyclable materials have the potential to greatly diminish the volume of waste that is ultimately deposited in landfills. By providing residents with clear guidelines and convenient recycling options, Liverpool can improve its recycling rates and promote a culture of sustainability.

Waste-to-Energy Initiatives

Waste-to-energy (WTE) initiatives are innovative solutions that convert non-recyclable waste into usable energy. These initiatives not only reduce the volume of waste that needs to be disposed of but also provide a sustainable source of energy. Implementing WTE technologies in Liverpool can help the city reduce its reliance on fossil fuels and lower its carbon footprint.

Public Awareness and Education

Effective waste management solutions rely heavily on public awareness and education. Educating the residents of Liverpool about the importance of waste management, recycling, and sustainable practices can drive behavioural change and increase community participation. Initiatives such as community workshops, school programs, and public campaigns can play a significant role in raising awareness and fostering a culture of environmental responsibility.

Policy and Regulation

Effective waste management requires strong policies and regulations that promote sustainable practices and enforce compliance. The local government in Liverpool must work to develop and implement regulations that encourage waste reduction, recycling, and proper disposal of hazardous waste. Incentives for businesses and residents who adopt sustainable waste management practices can further enhance the effectiveness of these policies.

Conclusion

A sustainable Waste Management Solution in Liverpool is essential for protecting the environment, safeguarding public health, conserving resources, and promoting economic growth. By implementing comprehensive waste collection systems, advanced recycling programs, waste-to-energy initiatives, public awareness campaigns, and robust policies and regulations, Liverpool can lead the way in sustainable waste management. The collective effort of the community, businesses, and government can ensure a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable future for all residents of Liverpool.

[dry-valleys]

Morecambe Bay may be the most beautiful bay in Britain.

Bill Bryson.

The area seen here, stretching from Morecambe (1-2)to Grange over Sands (8-10, with 3 and 4 having been taken in Morecambe), commands the sea crossing from Ireland and the routes inland; it has, therefore, long been fought over.

(Please see here, here and here for the other posts in my Morecambe Bay series).

For thousands of years it was home to the Britons, whose descendants live in present-day Wales, and after the experience of the Roman Empire (43AD-410 AD), Britons took back control but with a Latin lilt.

Until the Anglo-Saxons came to Britannia, leading to the southern parts becoming part of the Kingdom of Northumbria in 547, and the northern staying in the British Kingdom of Strathclyde, which withstood Anglo-Saxon attacks but was so weakened by the Vikings that it fell in 1030, some being taken over by Scotland and everything in this photoshoot becoming part of the Kingdom of England.

England itself was conquered by the Normans in 1066 and there was seemingly endless fighting between England and its neighbour Scotland, but this did come to an end with the union of crowns in 1603 and the United Kingdom in 1707, so that I happily enjoyed a peaceful April (these pictures are from March 2023 but time did not allow a post earlier).

This was, though strategic, a thinly populated area where the descendants of the Britons and Saxons eked out a living from fishing and farming, until the growth of cities and industry, when Morecambe and Grange both became resorts; the dangerous ferry and bad roads were replaced by Morecambe railway station (1889) and Grange over Sands station (1857).

The money that was being made in Manchester, Liverpool and other cities thus began to flood into these resorts, though the businessmen couldn’t get away from industry in Morecambe as, unlike Grange, it developed its own industries.

This is seen in the epic Heysham power plant; built between 1970 and 1988, it will be decommissioned between 2026 and 2028, but has been captured by me and will be in a later post.

Heysham is part of the tradition of winning a hard living from these shifting sands, which led to tragedy of 2004 when 23 men, forced to work in unsafe conditions, were drowned here. (As though there hadn’t already been enough hardship here; the war memorial records the 34 local men who died in World War 1 and the 17 from World War 2).

One of the odder things to happen here was the train derailment of 22 March 2024; I took this photoshoot on 29-31 March and, as you can see in (7), the train was there for weeks; mercifully no one was killed or injured, but it reinforces the lesson the powerful didn’t learn in 2004, that the bay should be respected. (The line was restored on 21 April 2024, though too late for my journey home from Scotland, which had to be on a rail replacement bus).

Out of these sufferings has emerged tourism, industry and commuter towns which are battling their way into the 21st century amidst ongoing hardship, especially in Morecambe.

The last battle here was in 1972-74 when bureaucrats took the northern parts, around Grange and other places to be shown in later posts, out of the historic county of Lancashire and put it into the new county of Cumbria; however, these lines on the map cannot hide that Morecambe Bay is a unified whole.