The Joy of Basel

Advantages: Great for travelling, friendly, easy to get around, clean
Disadvantages: Swiss German is impossible to understand unless you grew up with it!

...Last year (July 2005-6) I had the great pleasure and honour of living in Basel as part of my degree. I was working for one of the many chemical companies near the centre, and living in one of the smaller suburbs, Muttenz. I've been back in England now for three months (at the time of writing), and I miss it all like crazy. If ever there was a good place to start, it's the beginning. Basel is riddled with history; originally a Celtic tribe lived here, until the Romans moved in circa 40BC to Augusta Raurica. Key points in the development of the city include gaining the influence and power of the Bishopric in the 7th century, settlement at various times by both the Frankish and Allemaniac tribes of modern-day France and Germany respectively, and ultimately the integration into the Swiss Confederation in 1501. 28 years later it became...

sonofsanta 09.11.2006 (10.11.2006) · Read review
Ciao members have rated this review on average very helpful
Review of Basel (Switzerland)

Unsettling

Advantages: Cathedral, old town, plenty to keep you occupied
Disadvantages: I just didn't feel at home

...Emperor Heinrich II in the 13th century, and contains the tomb of Erasmus, the Renaissance scholar. Every autumn, there is a big Herbstmess (autumn fair) in Basel, and the big wheel is always put up in the cathedral square. As this is already an elevated position, a ride on the wheel gives you fantastic views over the city centre, and back north and west into Germany and France respectively. The rest of the fair is pretty typical; plenty of beer and food stalls interspersed with fairground rides, scattered throughout the pedestrianised areas of the city. You can also take a boat trip on the Rhine, which is a very pleasant way to while away an afternoon. The services take you up river to Huningue/Hüningen (in France) or Weil (in Germany), and further on as well, and you can get a good look at the old buildings in the town centre...

JVL 07.06.2001 (09.09.2001) · Read review
Ciao members have rated this review on average very helpful
Review of Basel (Switzerland)

Modern Warfare 2

Advantages: Graphics, Sound, Campiagn, Online Multiplayer, Simple Controls
Disadvantages: Complicated Multiplayer maps

...The wait is finally over and Call of Duty : Modern Warfare 2 has finally arrived. I was eagerly anticipating its release, so much so that I pre-ordered it the first day that it was available to do so. The original Modern Warfare and World at War are probably my 2 favourite games of all time, so would one of the most hyped up games of all time, live up to expectations ? ~~~ First Impressions ~~~ Right from the beginning I was impressed. The adverts before the actual game are again skippable, which means you're ready to start shooting in seconds. The first menu lets you go into whichever game mode you want and all in all the game looked excellent after the first minute or so. ~~~ Story ~~~ The game takes place 5 years after the original Modern Warfare. Despite your best attempts back then the Russians have...

Wils0408n 15.11.2009 · Read review
Ciao members have rated this review on average very helpful
Review of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (PS3)

Modern Warfare 2 - Fun but not Fantastic

Advantages: intriguing gameplay, flawless sound/graphics, rolling storyline
Disadvantages: anti-climax, little repetitive, nothing really new to catch onto

...The hype was wild for Halo 3, it continued for the anticipations of Halo Wars and many were disappointed. Hype was given for Gears of War and that continued for Gears of War 2 and many were disappointed. Likewise Call of Duty was bound to reach a similar anti-climax and so far it has. The overall conclusion is that is fun but not fantastic. However it is important to note that unless you are the stereotypical gamer who has his own gaming chair complete with a surrounding of cookies, crisps, full fat cola, a headset and the limited edition of Halo 3's Spartan mask, likiness is you won't find the game at all a let down. Afterall Infinity Ward are possibly the only people to construct a war-time gaming experience that steers well clear of clichés which removes the unbelievable characters who would look more in place in a Marvel Comic strip...

stonerchipmunk 06.12.2009 · Read review
Ciao members have rated this review on average helpful
Review of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (Xbox 360)

==Call Of Duty Modern Warfare 2 Gameplay==

Advantages: Compared to the first modern warfare they have added driving in the story and its more detailed.
Disadvantages: To be honest, besides a few environmental graphics, it looks to be the shooter of the decade.

...Call of Duty Modern warfare 2 looks amazing if you?re a halo freak you will fall in love with this first person shooter. It's very detailed. They even switched the map to the screen on your gun unlike any game I have seen before. As far as if you just want to buy the game, and not go online to play, the story line features are so much better. You can even drive on this epic 1st person shooter. The disadvantages to this game as far as I can see are only a few visual slumps like every once in awhile a car will not look as realistic but everything else is wonderful. If you?re looking for a gift for a gamer or just want to try an epic 1st person shooter then this is the game for you....

extr3m3gam3r 14.11.2009 · Read review
Ciao members have rated this review on average helpful
Review of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (Xbox 360)

Modern Warfare 2 The Truth

Advantages: Everything
Disadvantages: may think that campaigns a little short but perfect for me

... Modern Warfare 2 Introduction Oh my god, modern warfare 2 is out and I?ve got it. With over 7 million copies sold world wide, on released date, modern warfare has no shortage of people to play with. Modern warfare 2 is the sequel to most probably the best shooter of all time (until this one) and this one expands and improves in almost everyway. There has been a lot of controversy about certain content which personally I don?t see that much of a problem with but if you don?t want to see it you can block that section out so what?s the biggy. Modern warfare 2 contains a brilliant campaign which although some reviewers such as ign say is to short i think it is perfect as it makes a good story, ends it very well and if it was to long I wouldn?t get the extra hours on multiplayer, Multiplayer has been further improved as I will...

Haig 17.11.2009 · Read review
Ciao members have rated this review on average helpful
Review of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (PS3)

COD: Modern Warfare 2, Could it get ANY better! Seriously!!

Advantages: Epic single player, Amazing Multiplayer and has great Replay Value
Disadvantages: You may not leave your room for a few weeks, Special Ops not all that

...Where to Begin?? The sequel to Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare. The game follows on from the first and I've got to be honest with you, I LOVE THIS GAME! I'm more of a multiplayer kind of guy racking up over 10 days of online play on the first but I resisted all of my temptations and played the single player, now the best campaigns i've played range from Halo 3 to Gears of War 2, but top of my list now Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2. The story line can only be described as EPIC! Once i started i found it hard to stop and after completing it i was craving for more. If they made it into a film it would be an all time great. A huge variety of missions that is sure to entertain any gamer. Once i completed it on regular, i went back and done it on veteran. Now if you don't have Xbox live, GET IT!! You are seriously missing out if you...

harrry1993 25.11.2009 · Read review
Ciao members have rated this review on average helpful
Review of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (Xbox 360)

Call of Duty modern warfare 2 Worth it???

Advantages: Brilliant graphics, very good onine multiplayer, nice features added which orignal did not have.
Disadvantages: quite a complex storyline

...The most eagerly anticipated game of the year, possibly even the decade. Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 is a first person shooter available on the most popular games consoles. Xbox 360, Playstation 3 and PC. the game is rated 18 and for good reason. Many scenes throughout the campaign mode of the game I personaly found quite disturbing, however this would not put me off buying the game. one level in particular where you pose as a terrorist, and with your gang walk around an Airport shooting civillians. you do however get the choice to skip this level when you load up the game. I would not recomend that you buy this game for your child, or anyone under the 18 year age recommendation. Despite the few disturbing levels you cannot deny the incredible graphics and gameplay that Activision have managed to create in the amzaing game...

wildmanwhite 24.11.2009 (01.12.2009) · Read review
Ciao members have rated this review on average helpful
Review of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (Xbox 360)

2nd Shuffle

Advantages: Long battery life, cute & stylish, affordable
Disadvantages: no built in USB connector

...Product: APPLE IPOD SHUFFLE 2nd generation An Apple ipod cost a lot especially the latest one. And I'm glad to have an apple ipod shuffle that won't hurt my pocket. I practically have it with me when I'm travelling, working out and doing household chores. It's like a good company who make me feel relax while listening to my favourite music. SHUFFLE First iPod that has a USB dock included. The dock fits into the earphone jack of the iPod and ends in a USB cable. This ipod shuffle is very cute and tiny but were able to store more than 500 music. One of the strong features of shuffle 2nd generation is the battery life that last as long as 12 hours which is great. There's a tiny light on top of the ipod which will inform you of the charge level. If it's green then it has a lot of battery life, amber means you are running low...

xmen109 09.10.2009 (16.10.2009) · Read review
Ciao members have rated this review on average helpful
Review of Apple iPod shuffle 2 GB

H2O Mop

Advantages: sleek design, easy storage and use
Disadvantages: unable to remove stains form carpets and pressure areas

......

parinshah 14.02.2008 · Read review
Ciao members have rated this review on average helpful
Review of H2o Steam MOP