Rod Quin
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Rod Quin is a freelance education consultant and writer, based in Perth, Australia. A high school English teacher for more than twenty five years, he has also worked as a curriculum writer, education policy officer, adviser to Ministers for Education, and university lecturer. Rod Quin has written over twelve textbooks for teachers and students of English, two of which were shortlisted for the Australian Awards for Excellence in Educational Publishing. During his travels to over thirty countries, he has caught scabies, fended off a room invasion by a troop of baboons, apprehended a pickpocket on the Paris Metro, been held against his will in an Italian police station and been escorted at gun point from an Asian embassy.
Latest Articles
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Things to See and Do in Narbonne, France
Narbonne's compact size, range of sights and proximity to other attractions make it a worthwhile destination for visitors to the South of France.
Feb 14, 2009
- Rod Quin
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Chinchon, a Convenient Day Trip from Madrid
Chinchon offers an historic church with a Goya painting, 16th century archiictecture, a quaint and unusual Plaza Mayor, a beautiful parador and lively markets.
Jan 25, 2009
- Rod Quin
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Visit a Picturesque Fishing Village in Languedoc
One of the most beautiful villages in the Aude department of France' s Languedoc region, Bages is perfect for day trips from Narbonne, Montpellier or Carcassonne.
Jan 21, 2009
- Rod Quin
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Visit Lake Ballard in Australia
Modern sculptures meet ancient desert at Inside Australia, one of the world's most isolated contemporary works of art, located in the Western Australian outback.
Sep 7, 2008
- Rod Quin
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Visit Lovina and the North of Bali
Lovina offers uncrowded beaches, snorkelling, diving, dolphin tours, glorious sunsets, hot springs and waterfalls. Accommodation is available to suit all budgets.
Aug 21, 2008
- Rod Quin
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Visit the Nausori Highlands, Fiji
A one day drive through Fiji's Nausori Highlands, near Nadi, offers the opportunity to witness spectacular scenery while putting one's 4 wheel drive skills to the test.
May 8, 2008
- Rod Quin
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Visit Northern Viti Levu in Fiji
Viti Levu's northern coastline offers a pleasant climate, beautiful scenery, water sports and the chance to relax away from the crowds in a wide choice of accommodation.
May 7, 2008
- Rod Quin
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Excursions and Day Trips to Ronda
Useful information and advice including timetables, journey times, prices and stations about how to visit Ronda by bus or train from Granada, Cordoba or Seville.
May 1, 2008
- Rod Quin
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Visit a Mosque in Abu Dhabi
Non-Muslims can see magnificent Middle Eastern architecture, learn about Emirati heritage and gain a better understanding of Islam on a tour of Sheikh Zayed Mosque.
Apr 24, 2008
- Rod Quin
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Costa del Sol Day Trips to Ronda
Departure times, ticket prices, journey duration, terminals and contact numbers for bus travel to Ronda from Marbella, San Pedro, Torremolinos, Fuengirola and Estepona.
Apr 21, 2008
- Rod Quin
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