Advantages: About as good as uprights come
Disadvantages: Ridiculous pricing - more than most grands

...As mentioned in other review on Steinways, these pianos are by far the best money can buy. No other brand can come close to the level of quality these pianos’s offer. The upright series is essentially a very good piano. It is basically the same as the Steinway grand’s in many ways, with an excellent touch and feel. The advantage of having an upright is simply the space saved. If space is a problem, this has to be the ultimate upright piano series from which to choose. The sacrifice of moving from grand to upright is the sound. Though this is in my opinion one of the best upright pianos, it still can’t come anywhere near to a grand. The range of sounds and the tone is not quite there. I also feel that these pianos are grossly overpriced. My advise is to clear out that old table, spend an extra couple of thousand and go... Read review

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Advantages: Great food and wares
Disadvantages: Crowded

...The Grand Bazaar is a must for any tourist visiting Istanbul, but it's not a peaceful experience! The only aisle we didn't get harrassed to buy goods was in the Gold section - we obviously didn't look rich enough! The Grand Bazaar attracts more tourists than any other market in Turkey - the store holders are very persistent and the goods will definitely be priced at tourist prices! We visited the Spice Bazaar which is very close to the Grand Bazaar and really enjoyed the experience. It is a lot quieter, goods were cheaper and samples of yummy turkish delight and nuts were offered with no pressure to buy. It feels more authentic than the Grand Bazaar - more locals obviously shop there. Both markets are fun but watch your wallet!... Read review

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Advantages: Formula 1
Disadvantages: Boring

...Monza is world-wide known for its Grand prix. This is in fact the main attraction. There is also a park and a Villa there, I think the name is Villa Reale, but do not quote me on this. I have never been there for the Grand Prix myself, but I visited the park. Quite frankly, it is nothing special, or, to put it better, there are better places to go, even in lombardia, the region where Monza is. My advice, therefore, would be to go there for the Grand Prix only, assuming you are into racing, or give it a miss all together!... Read review

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Advantages: Good fun
Disadvantages: none

...Grand Turismo 2 is the best driving game yet, to come out on the Playstation. The graphics are superb, the sound is wonderful and the game play, well, what can I say but well done to the team who created Grand Turismo 2. It's a wonderful two player game, with a very detailed split screen mode. I guarantee once you've started playing you wouldn't want to stop. I would definetly recommend this game to everyone who loves to drive. Out of ten I would give Grand Turismo 2 a 10 out of 10... an excellent game.... Read review

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Advantages: You can watch a porno movie if you are stuck at the bus station
Disadvantages: None

...Campo Grande in itself is nothing special. This is the capital of the State of Mato Grosso, a mainly agricultural area of Brazil. We stayed at Hotel Continental, after 4 days spent in Pantanal, the region out of Campo Grande. The bus station is one of the main attraction of the City. It is huge, and includes various facilities, catering mainly for the people who live in the countryside and come to Campo Grande to wind down. There is even a porno cinema, and some of the hotels around the bus station have resident ladies in one of the oldest professions on earth. We went to what was supposed to be the best Churrascaria in town. Although a bit pricey for Brazil, the restaurant kept us to its reputation. I only remember this restaurant was on side street of the pedestrian area.... Read review

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Advantages: Mini MPV, ECO2 friendly, spacious
Disadvantages: None so far!!

...Well 1st of March is fast approaching and Renault will be launching the new Grande Modus so thought id give a review just to give others a little more information. The Grande Modus is a new mini MPV!! It will be available in the following models: 1.2 Expression Grande 1.2 TCE Expression Grand 1.5 dCi 86 Expression 1.2 TCE Dynamique Grand 1.5 dCi 86 Dynamique Grand 1.6 auto Dynamique Grand 1.5 dCi 106 Dynamique Grand Prices start from £9650 The fuel consumption across the ranges vary, but i'll give a few examples, Grande Modus 1.2 16v expression has a combined MPG of 47.9 and the Grande Modus 1.5 DCI Dynamique has a combined MPG of 60.1. So both offering very good consumption on fuel. All variations of the Modus are all from Renaults ECO 2 range, vehicles that are offering extra low emissions to help keep pollution down... Read review

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Advantages: Smooth, highest quality, great taste
Disadvantages: A bit expensive

...There are many liqueurs available in the world today and infact I have chosen this medium to write about several of my favourite ones. One liqueur that certainly does deserve a positive opinion is Grand Marnier. Grand Marnier is produced by Marnier-Lapostolle and they established their distillery in the 1820’s in an area called the Neauphle-le-Chateau in France. However they only began producing Grand Marnier in 1880. Grand Marnier consists of orange peel, cognac and sugar syrup. The oranges used in Grand Marnier are grown in Neauphle-le-Chateau in the area where their distillery is located. However the cognac used in the production is aged at the Chareau de Bourg located in the heart of Charente country. The secret behind the unique taste of Grand Marnier is firstly the orange peel and secondly the process that is used... Read review

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Advantages: Lovingly created representation of old style GP racing
Disadvantages: Extremely Hard

...Most Grand Prix driving simulations or for that matter most driving games in rallying or touring cars have as the main point that they are up-to-date contemporary versions of their respective championships. Grand Prix legends is different in that it takes as its subject the Formula 1 championship of 1967. This is taking you back to the days when motor racing was gentleman’s game, when there was very little advertising and sponsorship and the cars grip on the road was as tenuous as Geri Halliwellis is on reality. The cars must have been enormously difficult to drive if Grand prix legends accurately replicates their ability to accelerate, brake or go round corners. I have tried the game many times and have still to complete more than a few laps. Of course modern grand prix cars have the advantage of downforce created by wings... Read review

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Advantages: Compact & Cool!
Disadvantages: cannot ride on the real racing models

...This is a museum celebrating the Grand Prix Car Racing. The Macau Grand Prix started in 1954 due to the enthusiasm of a group of Macau residents and the support of the authorities. The museum opened in 1993 to bring a closer relationship between the people and the event. Original Formula 1 models, motorcycles that have driven by world class champions are shown. Visitors will get a glimpse of the history of the development of the grand prix in this tiny city. There are around 20 cars on display. The Museum pays special tribute to people who have contributed to the Grand Prix. They are Ayrton Senna, John Corsmit, Teddy Yip, Paul Du Toil, Laurel and many others. Besides, the racing simulators allow visitors to experience the excitment of being in the race track. Address: Rua Luis Gonzaga Gomes, 431, basement (Tourism Activities Centre... Read review

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Advantages: New levels, cars. Easy to install
Disadvantages: Lost playability and "fun" factor.

...Grand Theft Auto 2 follows on from the smash hit Grand Theft Auto. The new game adds to the original what it missed in graphics and sound. There is constant music throughout the game, and graphics are more textured and well designed. There are a totally new set of levels to play on, each packed with new missions, weapons, cars and cheats. This means the game itself is nothing like the original except in concept and theme. Personally, i dislike the new changes. Before the game ran faster and was much less lagged over network and internet play. The new graphics make the game slow even on my ADSL connection - a far cry from what it aims to acheive. This game is nothing like it's predecessor, and it has sadly, lost it's playability to give way to graphics and textures it doesn't need.... Read review

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