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The Postcards Impressions
An impression or opinion is brought about by many voices
sharing their ideas or concerns, it is for this same reason that we have
decided to create “The Postcards Impression”… this will enable us as writers to
share our thoughts on occurring events happening in all parts of the
globe. This week would like to share our opinion on how Gibraltar, a mere
30,000 in population and not even 7 square kilometres is dealing with a
diplomatic row with the Kingdom of Spain. Please do not be dettered by
this, this post does not share any political affintity whatsoever, we are just
travel bloggers who wish to express the wonderful features Gibraltar offers
travellers.
A history of tales between Gibraltar and Spain
A brief history before we start, Gibraltar has been British for over 300 years and ever since Spain has been trying to regain power of Gibraltar. They have even agreed to share soveringty alongside Britain, this was abundantly refused by the people of Gibraltar in a referendum held in 2002. Ever since, Spain exerts pressure on Gibraltar in a less than political way by actually initiating stringent border checks which can cause chaos in Gibraltar as queues stretch back along our roads. Last July saw the start of events which have caused certain media to portray Gibraltar as a destination in chaos with the ideology that “Once you go in it will take an enternity to go out”. Well my fellow readers, this assumption is far from the truth, Gibraltar remains as one of the most visited destiantions along the Mediteranean and a tourist hotspot due to its vibrant history and wonderful features. Of course we must be vigilant that stringent border checks have immediately caused the eye of the media to swoop over and have been portraying Gibraltar as a No-Go destination in the summer.
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How the Media affects current situations ...
Media sources normally exaggerate or depict no problems
within an area. Places such as Bangkok and Kiev are currently suffering
from protests against Governments with fatalities to account for. In
occasions such as these, people will normally not visit as they fear for their
safety. As a vivid traveller myself, I would like to further mention that
Bangkok is a safe place if you stay away from protests, I myself will be there
in a few weeks time! So I hope im expressing my opinion when I mention
matters such as Bangkok. Media footage wil normally deter people from
visiting a destination if the place seems unsafe. Apart from border
delays which are not an everyday occurance, roaming in and out of Gibraltar is
fluid at times and I can guarantee that your experience will be that of great
gratification.
Gibraltar's unique and different tourist attractions!
Gibraltar offers travellers fantastic features that can't be
experienced in other destinations. Have you ever experienced crossing a
live runway and actually watching a plane land or take off metres away from
you? Have you ever taken a picture with a semi wild roaming Barbary
Macaque at the top of a limestone rock? Or even jumped onto a boat and visit
the bottle nosed dolphins? Or even been in a cable car to to the top of the
Rock and gazed 360 degrees across the gateway to the Mediteranean. My personal
favourite which is actually possible, Breakfast in Gibraltar, Lunch in Spain
and dinner in Morocco. Three Countries , Two Continents, One Day!
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| Gibraltar Airport Runway - Traffic stops to let aircrafts through |
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| Barbary Macaque found at the Top of the Rock |
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| Bottle nosed Dolphins found in the Bay of Gibraltar |
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| Views of Africa |
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| Upper Rock Nature Reserve Gibraltar |
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| Views of the Rock from Morocco |
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| The Straits of Gibraltar |
The possibilities are endless, visit us in the future as the
animosity is all created by politicians and the media. The people of
Gibraltrar and Spain would simply welcome you to our region, full of wonderful
experiences and a travel adventure you will soon not forget.
Have you liked this post?
In the next few weeks we will be sharing more on The
Postcards Impressions to further understand different cultures, we will soon be
trying to get your opinion on matters which make the headlines which you think
needs to be shared.
In the meantime, please let us know the following:
What are your perceptions of Gibraltar? Especially for the
American readers which I know follow us.. a big Gibraltarian Hello and thanks
to you!
Secondly, If you have heard of Gibraltar border delays let
us know your thoughts on the matter, we sure want to know!
Safe Travels
Dylan
We could not have survived our trip without having this to guide us through. It is a fantastic collection of trip itineraries, attractions to see, restaurants to visit and places to sleep! Well worth the money and not as heavy as I thought it would be carrying it. Enjoy your South East Adventure!
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