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London Vacation Rentals, London Hotels, and London Bed and Breakfasts -- Vacation Rentals, Hotels, Bed & Breakfasts Testimonials | Contact Rentalo | Help (Live) Europe > United Kingdom > England > London London Vacation Rentals, Hotels, and B&Bs For properties in London only click here . London properties directory Order by: Lowest Price | A-Z | Bedrooms(vacation rentals only) | Other Showing: All Property Types | Vacation Rentals | Hotels | Bed & Breakfasts Page 1 Next To narrow your search click here CENTRAL LONDON BEST VALUE SELF CATERING STUDIO London Vacation Rental | Sleeps 2 CENTRAL london BEST VALUE SELF CATERING ACCOMMODATION! Selfcatering accommodation in independant ministudios for the budget conscious who come to london for study, business or simply a long vacation. In clean, stylish, well designed budget studio rooms, the residence provides home from home budget accommodation in one of the most desirable central london locations, for the discerning long term visitor on study, business or leisure. Far cheaper and more independent than other london rentals or...Al... ( more details on this london vacation rental ) Astons Apartments London Vacation Rental | Sleeps 4 Astons Apartments is a haven of recently refurbished studio apartments, nestled in a quiet residential street in South Kensington ‘Best Value in london ’ says Frommers International Travel Guide. These stylish self-catering studio apartments are set amongst a charming and elegant haven of restaurants, museums and galleries. With a range of apartments from Single occupancy up to our Four Person Executive Studio Apartments, with letting periods from one to ninety nights, we are ideal...&... ( more details on this london vacation rental ) A friendly family run hotel in London London Hotel A family run hotel in North london - Just a 10 minute tube ride from Oxford Street in Central london ENGLISH TOURIST BOARD 3 DIAMONDS This friendly family run hotel is located near Tufnell Park in North london (travel zone 2). The local tube station,Tufnell Park on the Northern Line, is a 5 -10 minute walk. This means the hotel is within 20 minutes of Leicester Square, Victoria and Waterloo. Heathrow airport is just over an hour away by tube or a short trip via Paddington and the Heathrow...The... ( more details on this london hotel ) Tudor Court Hotel - West London Bed and Breakfast London Bed and Breakfast Elegant Victorian listed building, which is centrally located in the heart of london where you will find the most famous restaurants, theatres, art galleries, museums, historic buildings and shopping centers. 36 tastefully decorated rooms with 18 bathrooms, and sleeps up to 75. Children are welcome. It is just minutes walk away from the Underground (subway) and only 15 minutes from Heathrow Airport This is like a home-away-from-home in the heart of london ; immaculately clean, safe, and warm. Each... ( more details on this london bed and breakfast ) Short Term Let : 1 bed Apartment in Primose Hill London Vacation Rental 1 bedrooms | Sleeps 4 London rentals accomodation Available for short lets is this lovely top floor 1 bedroom flat set over two floors, facing Primrose Hill itself. Accommodation comprises a spacious reception room, separate office/study area. Fully fitted and equipped spacious eat-in kitchen. Three piece bathroom, with shower attachment to bath. Staircase leads to bedroom. All bills are included in the rent, aside from telephone charges. The london property is located moments to the shops and restaurants of Regents... ( more details on this london vacation rental ) Whether looking for a London villa, a London condo or a London hotel at affordable prices - fill out an inquiry by clicking here. J&K London Apartments - Sleeps 1 - 8 Persons London Vacation Rental 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6 CHOOSE FROM A RANGE OF OVER 100 SERVICED APARTMENTS IN ALL CENTRAL london LOCATIONS. STUDIO, 1, 2, 3 AND 4 BEDROOM APARTMENTS ARE ALL AVAILABLE FOR STAYS FROM 1 NIGHT UP TO SEVERAL WEEKS, MONTHS OR YEARS. For your apartment in london , contact us now and we will offer you a selection of high quality london apartments to choose from. We will always negotiate the very best rental rates for you and our london apartments are available to rent from 1 night up to several weeks, months or years. Our...Eac... ( more details on this london vacation rental ) M-Rentals.London Vacation Studio Rentals&bb London Vacation Rental 1 bedrooms | Sleeps 2 This is a luxurious fully-equipped, comfortable, self-contained, self-catering, studio apartment, which can also be rented on a Bed and Breakfast basis The StudioFlat was built in May 2005, so everything in it is fairly new. The flat is located in london 's leafiest and safest suburb. It is only 3 1/2 minutes walk from the Southfield's Underground station (zone3, Wimbledon branch of District Line with a frequent service to Central london )....Double/twin zip & link beds and a child's cot can be...W... ( more details on this london vacation rental ) Eaton House Hotel London Bed and Breakfast The Eaton House Hotel is a london bed and breakfast hotel located in Belgravia, a chic residential area right next to Victoria. This quiet yet very central location means you are walking distance from many famous sites and the excellent transport facilites at Victoria mean all parts of london are easily reached. Our 26 london b and b rooms have either private or shared bathroom. Self-service continental breakfast is included in all prices; there is also access to our self-catering guest kitchen... ( more details on this london bed and breakfast ) 202 Modern Service Apartments London Vacation Rental 1 bedrooms | Sleeps 5 Budget apartments for rent london in wonderful central location just 100 yards from Notting Hill Gate underground station in Kensington. Bedrooms with double or twin beds, living rooms with double convertible sofa-bed. Plus kitchen, bathroom and balcony. Lift to all floors, free car parking. Daily maid service. Great for families and couples. london Studio apartments for rent sleep 2, small one bedrooms sleep 3, medium one bedrooms sleep 4 and large one bedrooms sleep 5. All flats for rent are in... ( more details on this london vacation rental ) www.London4Rent.com - London Accomodations London Vacation Rental 4 bedrooms | Sleeps 8 A "Premier" selection of short term Apartment rentals & Apartment Hotels in & around central london , Carefully selected properties to ensure the comfort & cleanliness a first class traveller expects, Quality Apartment Properties all around central london . It is our goal to offer our Clients A Premier Selection of london 's rentals where the guest can be sure of the standard & security Befit for a first class traveler....Fully equipped Kitchens, Washer Dryer Cable TV Air-Conditioning Gym ...and...Al... ( more details on this london vacation rental ) Tired of looking at so many properties? Try our Quick Inquiry Form! Click Here. Accommodation London Studio Apartments London Vacation Rental 1 bedrooms | Sleeps 2 Accommodation london own & operate studio apartments throughout the year, all within Zone 2 that are newly converted with modern features. Most apartment blocks have coin operated laundry facilities with linen provided. Apartments are ideal for working holidays, holiday makers & business trips....Kettle Toaster Cooker Color TV Wardrobes Pots & pans Refrigerator Fully-furnished Security intercom New Italian kitchens Stylish wooden floors Power shower & own W/C Fire alarm & smoke detector systems... ( more details on this london vacation rental ) England Home Vacation Rental London Vacation Rental 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 6 New, modern luxury apartment in london . Bright and airy. Beautiful residential neighborhood (Little Venice) in Central london one block from Regents Canal. Two bedrooms, two and a half baths. Sleeps 6. Generous closet space. All appliances, includingcable TV, stereo, washer/dryer dishwasher, microwave and garbage disposal. Lift. (elevator). Security entrance. Two minutes to tube (Warwick Avenue station on Bakerloo line) and many busses. Walk to Regents Park. Local shops include small supermarket,... ( more details on this london vacation rental ) London-Rooms Self Cater, B and B, London Holiday London Vacation Rental | Sleeps 5 For people who do not like being regimented by Hotels and Guest Houses london Rooms gives you Low Price, comfortable clean accommodation in london . Our low cost comfortable london accommodation is ideal short term accommodation for visitors who wantself catering vacational rentals but we also are able to provide bed and breakfast if this is what visitors want. The large self contained flat advertised here has its own kitchen, bathroom and enclosed garden. If you want something smaller, you can... ( more details on this london vacation rental ) A Night Inn London Bed and Breakfast A NIGHT INN is exactly that .. ... a place to come and unwind, relax and enjoy the comforts you get at home. Ideally situated close to all you need, it's an sincere effort which offers you great value for money. We have something for everyone, and ifnot, we'll find you an alternative, from the moment you enter till well after you've left, we're committed to making your stay as pleasant and easy as possible. So remember... ... the next time you're visiting our part of the world, A Night Inn - ... ( more details on this london bed and breakfast ) London Accommodation/Vacational Rental London Vacation Rental 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6 Welcome to london accommodation , in New Southgate, Zone 3. The 3-bedroom house is in a residential, tree-lined location, which offers a good base from which to explore london . There are transport within walking distance. The main tube is Bounds Green(which serves the Piccaddilly line) which is within easy reach into Central london (approx. time 15 minutes). The Gound Floor has an open plan lounge/dinning area and conservatory. london accommodation provides 5-star luxury without the 5-star prices... ( more details on this london vacation rental ) Let London Vacation Rental Owners bid for your business! Click here Jesmond Dene Hotel London Bed and Breakfast Excellent small Bed and Breakfast in the heart of london . Close to all tourist attractions and mainline underground stations. Rooms are cosy, clean, and have a great feel. Full English Breakfast for all guests is included with the price which we garantee you will enjoy!...Local 24 hour super markets, fast food restaurants, Laundrette....Acessability is one of our strong points as We are 1 minutes walk away from Kings Cross&St Pancras Station(underground)British Library,British Mueseum,both 5... ( more details on this london bed and breakfast ) DOVER HOTEL VICTORIA, LONDON London Hotel Modern Hotel in the Heart of Victoria! However even in Central london , you can find comfortable, clean and affordable accommodation to either visit all the historic sights and museums that london has to offer and/or conduct your day to day business in the Financial Capital of the World. We have special offers and rates available and other promotions for 2004/2005. Please enquire with the Hotel directly by fax, phone or email. Something you can't afford to miss, so contact us NOW!! We are a member... ( more details on this london hotel ) Hotel-Bloomsbury-London- 5 mins to British museum! London Hotel A Friendly Hotel in Bloomsbury, an ideal location for all the london sights ! Only 3 mins walk from Russell Square tube station AA 3 DIAMOND AWARD The Hotel in Bloomsbury, central london has been established under the present ownership for 25 years and has long been a popular choice with tourists, due to its pleasant surroundings and central location in Bloomsbury. This Bed and Breakfast hotel lies in the heart of Bloomsbury in a tranquil Georgian crescent, overlooking tennis courts and gardens.... ( more details on this london hotel ) APARTMENT BEAUMONT London Vacation Rental 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 8 A superbly appointed bright and cheerful 1st floor, self-contained, 3 bedroom apartment for up to 8 persons with off-street parking, a sunny west facing balcony and splendid views across london from all bedroom windows. This English Tourism Council **** apartment situated in london 's leafiest suburb yet just 30 minutes from the heart of the West End is the perfect location for your london visit. Fully equipped kitchen/dining room and all bed and bath linen provided; Ideally for 6 persons, a 7th... ( more details on this london vacation rental ) Southwark Rose Hotel London Vacation Rental 90 bedrooms | Sleeps 180 The Southwark Rose Hotel is one of london 's hidden gems, offering exceptional value for money. All rooms are en-suite, have sky television, refreshment facilities, safes, electric blackout blinds to ensure a good nights sleep, and telephones with modem connections. Our restaurant serves breakfast daily as well as providing an excellent menu every evening for dinner. Guests are also most welcome to our executive lounge bar where you can enjoy complimentary selected soft drinks and snacks, check e-... ( more details on this london vacation rental ) Let London Vacation Rental Owners bid for your business! 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Germany Travel Stories Archives: BootsnAll Travel Network Visit other BootsnAll sites: BootBlog | Bali | London | Australia | Written Road | Travel News Daily Home | Ask an Insider | Members Forum Plane Tickets | Youth Hostels | RTW Guide About Us | Advertising | Contact | RSS | Staff First Time Visitor? Home » Germany » Germany Travel Stories Germany Travel Stories A Wurst Case Scenario - Rothenburg, Germany Lee Hammerschmidt samples gritty, grimy, lumpy...blutwurst. The Heart of the Black Forest - Black Forest, Germany Jen D. Rodriguez finds the heart of the Black Forest when staying at the Familie Sum. Don't Go to Berlin - Berlin, Germany Berlin is a city full of drunk, ornery, rude, tourist-haters. According to Leif Pettersen, it is a city that will take your money and dignity and give you nothing in return. Is This the Train to Oktoberfest? - Munich, Germany When Joanna Grome heads to Oktoberfest, she's surprised to learn that the party starts on the train. Writer's Block in Germany - About 20 km southeast of Stuttgart, Germany Andrew Jenner takes on Germany - and finds the best fodder for travel writing is right under his nose...literally. How I learnt to love the Cathedrals! - Cologne, Germany All it takes is a couple of dollars - and drinks - for Arvind S to appreciate cathedrals. The story of Berlin and Kabaret - Berlin, Germany Arvind S knows discovers there is more to Berlin - and cabarets - that he ever expected. On a Murder Charge! - Garmisch, Bavaria, Germany Pete Day and his friends are picked up for murder in Bavaria. Scenic Koblenz - Koblenz, Germany Namrata Singh discovers the picturesque little towns that dot Germany's famous Rhine River. Danke for the Memories: Oktoberfest - Munich, Germany David M Weber shares his experiences and tips to help future travelers to Oktoberfest survive, and even enjoy it. Cheating Death in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains - Germany Novice rock-climber Christine Wynne experiences some free-climbing in the heart of Eastern Germany. Beer, Toys and Lebkuchen - Germany Recovering from stolen luggage, Joseph Koch makes the most of his time in Germany. 9: No One Told Me I Needed a Bathing Suit - Diary of a Single Girl - Frankfurt, Germany Ria doesn't care how hot and steamy it is, she turns a cold shoulder to stripping off in the German spa. So a Glaswegian Talks German to a Dutchwoman Part 1 of 2 - France, Belgium, Netherlands, Czech Republic, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, Liechenstein Natives beware: Scott and his friends confused foreign languages all over Europe back in 2001, and are plotting to return. So a Glaswegian Talks German to a Dutchwoman Part 2 of 2 - France, Belgium, Netherlands, Czech Republic, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, Liechenstein Natives beware: Scott and his friends confused foreign languages all over Europe back in 2001, and are plotting to return. My Favorite Drives - Germany Ever since Jeff P. Porterfield was legally able to put his foot down on an accelerator, he's been striking out on the road in an attempt to feel freedom and experience new surroundings Chasing the Sun #3: Germany, Czech Republic, Switzerland, France From ferry gambling to storks in Waddeweitz, Bamberg smokebeer to flooding in Prague, Bid and Renee see a little of everything. The Year of Living Differently #12: For Butter or Wurst - Enns, Austria to Witten, Germany While her Europe trip was not turning out terribly exciting, Trisha was happy to be able to catch up in person with friends she'd met on the road. Another Day in the Life - Germany Philip Blazdell does his best to dispell the myth that jet setting all over the world on other people's money and calling it work is all glory. Do you believe him? Europe by Auto: Kilometers of Fun If you have a sense of adventure and have an explorer's heart, driving through Europe can be a rewarding experience, according to Laura Foy. A Stay in the Penthouse - Osnabrack, Germany A stopover in Osnabruck leads Dave Zimmerman to a great hostel and a town rich in good food, things to do, and interesting people. Eastern Germany: In the Middle of Europe, but Not Well-Known - Eastern Germany Since 1989, beaches, mountains, castles, gardens and great hiking are now more accessible. Joe Browne suggests some highlights. Germany Stands Tall - Germany Samantha Ehrlich feels like everyone in America is in a rush, while Germany has grown into a traditional, but modern society. It Doesn't Matter Which Road You Take #12 Episode Twelve: Bavaria Revisited Guns, Gummy Bears and Huge Pretzels We arrive at the Termond's house four hours later than planned. We found out that it is possible to catch a train from Kempten to Waltenhofen, but it only... It Doesn't Matter Which Road You Take #9 Episode Nine: Munich European Washers and Apple Vendors We wake up the next morning and pack our bags for Austria. Actually, we are stopping in Munich first, but saying that we are packing our bags for Munich does not... München: the BMW museum in the rain The BMW museum is quite a show, especially for enthusiasts, but beware of "museum syndrome". European Travelogue #12: Berlin, Germany Finishing up the city tours. European Travelogue #4: Munich, Germany Mmm....beer!!! European Travelogue #3: Stuttgart, Germany Clean, organized but very ordinary place. European Travelogue #2: Mainz/Frankfurt (including The Rhine), Germany Entering the country of Oktoberfest. Berlin, Germany Info Brandenburg Gate Let me start off by stating that I love Berlin. This city, which has had so much recent history as well as a more turbulent past, is undergoing gigantic changes since re-unification. I was amazed at the... Munich, Germany Munich (map), home of the Oktoberfest, is located in Bavaria in the south of Germany. The Oktoberfest is held from the last week in September to the end of October. Getting There Munich is well served by the German... Stuttgart, Germany Stuttgart (map) has the reputation of being one of the few cities totally flattened by Allied bombing during the Second World War, because of it's industrial strength. As a consequence, the buildings here are all less than fifty years... Black Forest, Germany There is so much more to this region than trees, cakes and felt hats. Home » Germany » Germany Travel Stories Book It! 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QBE Insurance Group - Home Page If you can read this your browser does not support javascript or this feature is currently switched off. Please update your browser using one of the following links or enable javascripting via your browser settings. Click here to download Internet Explorer 6 Click here to download Mozilla QBE Insurance Group "QBE Insurance is Australia's leading International General Insurance and Reinsurance groups and one of the to 25 world wide." Core underwriting entities Standard & Poor's Rating = A+ Our Vision internationally recognised as a highly successful general insurance and reinsurance group; a builder of shareholders' wealth; a developer of "can do" people; and an organisation that excels in the continuous delivery of new and proven quality products and services. Our Values increasing the long-term wealth of shareholders; customer satisfaction and retention; employee satisfaction; and integrity. Divisions Group Annual Report Press Releases Shareholder Centre Financial Centre Webcasts Australia "QBE Insurance Australia, protecting people in all walks of life - from the home to the office and beyond" From our humble beginnings as the North Queensland Insurance company we have grown into a sophisticated provider of general insurance products. Our strength is our diversity. We provide over nine broad categories of general insurance. We provide comprehensive protection for peoples' homes, their lifestyles, their work environments. As a group, QBE works together to improve our customer service, our technology and our products. QBE Insurance - Aviation QBE Insurance - Commercial - QBE Mercantile Mutual QBE Insurance - Compulsory Third Party - CTP QBE Insurance - Corporate QBE Insurance - Personal - WQBE - Western QBE QBE Insurance - Professional Liability QBE Insurance - Surety QBE Insurance - Trade Credit QBE Insurance - Travel QBE Insurance - Workers Compensation Application for Credit Limit Endorsement QBE Insurance - Europe QBE Insurance - Asia Pacific QBE Asia Pacific: Our Vision Increasing Accountability Local Knowledge - Specialist Expertise Thriving on Complexity Our Vision - QBE Asia Pacific We aim to be recognised within the Asia Pacific markets as: a highly successful provider of specialist insurance solutions a team of results-oriented entrepreneurs with high levels of expertise and integrity a strong and ethical business partner an organisation that thrives on innovation and excels in the delivery of quality products and services a builder of customer value and shareholder wealth Increasing Accountability & Litigation For Asia Pacific companies to thrive in today's challenging business environment, they must be smarter, quicker and more entrepreneurial. They constantly face new business exposures and challenges arising from government regulation and common law. The margin for error has been squeezed in business today, and managers are confronted by the global trend of increasing accountability and litigation. They need specialist insurance solutions, backed by technical expertise. Equally as important, they need risk management experts with specialist knowledge who can translate the global into practical solutions at the local level - and then provide the on-the-ground resources when they are needed most. QBE Asia Pacific Operations has developed considerable strengths to best serve clients. Our history of commitment to the Asia Pacific markets means that we've developed a wealth of knowledge and experience. Local Knowledge - Specialist Expertise Five of our operations were established in the late 1880s, and four more were established in the early 1890s. Building on this strong foundation, we entered four additional markets in the 1970s and 80s, and five more in the 1990s. We now have over 18 QBE operations in various markets throughout the Asia Pacific region. Each market features different characteristics and dynamics, and local market knowledge can make all the difference for clients. For example, QBE operates in: Mature markets such as Singapore, New Zealand and Japan Emerging markets such as Indonesia and the Philippines Developing markets such as Thailand and Malaysia Small markets characterised by tightly knit communities, such as Vanuatu and Micronesia Markets that are rapidly moving toward more open economies, such as Vietnam and China Markets that have seen new opportunities emerge from the return to their motherland, such as Macau and Hong Kong Markets that operate under French customs and law, such as New Caledonia and French Polynesia Markets that have experienced political and social upheavals, such as Fiji, Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands In each of these markets, local knowledge is invaluable. And with the internationalisation of trade and business practice, businesses also need an underwriter with specialist insurance expertise, vast global experience and solid financial strength. Thriving on Complexity Ours is a complex business, and we thrive on that challenge. It is also a dynamic one, with growth driven by an acquisition strategy and a commitment to the professional development of our local teams. We are a grass roots company that is international in every sense of the word. The combination of local knowledge and specialist expertise provides important benefits to clients and intermediaries. In Asia Pacific, it's the QBE difference! QBE Insurance - QBE Asia Pacific - Specialist Risks Unit QBE Insurance - QBE Asia Pacific - Marine Risks Network QBE Insurance - QBE Asia Pacific - Hong Kong QBE Insurance - QBE Asia Pacific - Indonesia QBE Insurance - QBE Asia Pacific - Macau QBE Insurance - QBE Asia Pacific - Mainland China QBE Insurance - QBE Asia Pacific - Malaysia QBE Insurance - QBE Asia Pacific - Philippines QBE Insurance - QBE Asia Pacific - Singapore QBE Insurance - QBE Asia Pacific - Thailand QBE Insurance - QBE Asia Pacific - Vietnam QBE Insurance - QBE Asia Pacific - Fiji QBE Insurance - QBE Asia Pacific - French Polynesia QBE Insurance - QBE Asia Pacific - Japan QBE Insurance - QBE Asia Pacific - Micronesia QBE Insurance - QBE Asia Pacific - New Caledonia QBE Insurance - QBE Asia Pacific - New Zealand QBE Insurance - QBE Asia Pacific - Papua New Guinea QBE Insurance - QBE Asia Pacific - Solomon Islands QBE Insurance - QBE Asia Pacific - Vanuatu QBE Insurance - the Americas QBE Insurance Group Limited, is an insurance and reinsurance company publicly traded on the Australian Stock Exchange. Its history dates back over 116 years when the Company was founded in Australia. Since then the Company has grown to have operations in 47 countries with over $2 billion dollars of capital writing in excess of $3 billion dollars in premium. QBE the Americas operations commenced in 1986 when the QBE Insurance Group established a presence in the U.S. QBE the Americas now conducts business through its five companies, QBE Reinsurance Corporation, QBE Insurance Corporation, QBE Aseguradora de Riesgos del Trabajo S.A.,Argentina, QBE Del Istmo, Panama and QBE Brasil Seguros S.A. Lloyd's The Lloyd's division comprises QBE's share of the Lloyd's syndicates managed by Limit. The 2001 results are the first to contain a full year of activity from the acquisition of Limit in August 2000. Gross written premium for the Lloyd's division was $2,182 million, compared with $547 million last year. Net earned premium was up 273% to $1,365 million. Significant progress was made during 2001 towards achieving the objectives set out in last year's annual report. The rationalisation of the structure of the Lloyd's division continued with the merger of syndicates 79 and 2999, the closure of the under-performing syndicate 456 and the disposal of the property and aviation syndicate 318. This resulted in a significant reallocation of QBE's capital towards its best performing Lloyd's syndicates. Our exposure to poor performing US liability business was significantly reduced. QBE is now the sole capital provider to each of Limit's syndicates, other than syndicate 386 where our share has increased to over 40%. For the 2002 underwriting year, QBE provides 78% of Limit's aggregate capacity compared with 72% in 2001. The tragic events of 11 September overshadowed the year and the World Trade Center (WTC) loss had a significant impact on performance. In addition, upgrades were made to prior year outstanding claims provisions, principally to reflect adverse development on US liability business seen across the market. These upgrades have been substantially mitigated by reinsurance protections and provisions established on acquisition to allow for deterioration. Consequently, the result for the year largely reflects the performance of the 2001 underwriting year. The claims ratio was 72.9%, compared with 59.4% for last year. The combined operating ratio was 108.6%, compared with 101.1% last year. Excluding the WTC loss, the combined operating ratio would have been 101.0%. The movement in the commission ratio from 27.3% to 24.6% reflects the change in the mix of business during 2001. The decrease in the expense ratio from 14.4% to 11.1% reflects the synergies and savings delivered by the integration of QBE's former Lloyd's operations with Limit, partly offset by residual post acquisition integration costs during the year. 2001 was a transitional year in the market cycle with the rate increases anticipated at the start of the year not materialising until at least the middle of the year and, in some cases, not until after the impact of 11 September. We are now seeing substantial increases in premium rates across all classes of business underwritten within the Lloyd's division. These rate increases, together with a high level of business retention, new business opportunities and the reallocation of QBE's capital, should ensure profitability for the 2002 underwriting year. Our objectives for 2002 are to: take advantage of the dramatically improved rating environment and return all areas of underwriting to strong profitability; seek further rationalisation of the underwriting and operating structure in order to improve capital efficiency and our expense ratio; acquire further capacity on syndicate 386 as it becomes available; and be actively involved in the reforms proposed for the Lloyd's market. Our business at Lloyd's remains highly dependent upon the quality and commitment of our underwriters and their business franchise. I thank them for their efforts and achievements, which have ensured that QBE's Lloyd's division is now ideally positioned to take advantage of the hard market conditions now prevailing at Lloyd's. Steven Burns, Managing director, Lloyd's division Global Trade Credit "QBE Trade Credit, World-Wide credit solutions in an increasingly volatile business environment" QBE's Trade Credit underwrites $30bn of domestic and export trade credit from units in Australia, New Zealand, Asia and Europe having extensive experience in assessing risks in over 150 markets. We are a Standard and Poors A+ rated company. Supported by a product range of tailored solutions to your credit needs, QBE is uniquely placed to offer our clients the opportunity to conduct business in a secure environment. Established in 1962, we have in the last four decades risen to become the largest Australian Insurer offering both Domestic and Export trade credit insurance and have expanded offshore to service our clients locally around the world. QBE Re QBE Re is a leading global reinsurer providing treaty and facultative reinsurance, direct insurance, and other financial products to its varied clients. QBE Re conducts business through three Divisions: Australia, Europe, and the Americas. As a global reinsurer, QBE Re underwrites traditional and financial products covering all major lines and classes of business. Through its divisional network of companies, QBE Re excels in providing regional expertise and service tailored to local-market needs. For additional solutions from QBE Re, please visit our local teams: QBE Insurance - Australia QBE Insurance - Europe QBE Insurance - the Americas

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Andrew and Mei's Taiwan Travel Blog Andrew and Mei's Taiwan Travel Blog Andrew and Mei are in Taiwan teaching English and exploring the island! What fun adventures will they have? Find out here! Monday, October 31, 2005 Asia pictures Hello everyone! I finally finished uploading the 293 photos that are in this album. Again, you'll have to log into Snapfish in order to see the photos. Enjoy! http://www.snapfish.com/share/p=547311130794745666/l=65291688/cobrandOid=1000321/otsc=SYE/otsi=SALB posted by Mei @ 17:06 0 comments Thursday, October 27, 2005 First Trickle of Photos... You have to have a snapfish account in order to view the photos. Sorry about the catch (No pun intended)! But it's free and I will be uploading all of my pics onto Snapfish. I'm not sure how Andrew will upload his pics. http://www.snapfish.com/share/p=192271130458320686/l=64809203/cobrandOid=1000321/otsc=SYE/otsi=SALB posted by Mei @ 17:18 0 comments Friday, October 21, 2005 What? Who? Where? Luckily, my jet lag has been minimal, so I can discern easily whether that ("What? Who? Where?") is coming from the Nicholas Cage impersonation on SNL or from yours truly. I think that has something to do with the fact that on our last day in Thailand, we had to get up at around 4:30 AM and were only able to sleep minimaly for the next 36 hours. That led to an immediate crash upon coming home. However, I have been waking up at 8 AM (what the hell) and taking long, extended naps during the afternoon. So what now? Ideally, I'll be sitting on my ass for as long as possible. I DO have my movie collection I hope to watch. But in reality, for me now I have to a) find a job, b) find a car, and c) find a place to live. Not neccessarily in that order, either. I need to organize my pictures into a digestible format, but until I get my monitor back (currently on loan) that is an impossible task to do. Oh well, maybe it's for the best. I still need to FIND jobs, APPLY, finish my school apps, get a car, clean my room, organize the boxes that will be coming home, and last but not least, trying to figure out how I'll be seeing my friends. So what do I immediately notice about here compared to where I was? Driving to Wells Fargo, I was just amazed by how big our neighborhoods are. In cities in Taiwan, there are no neighborhoods and there are no noticable zoning regulations. It seems to be everywhere you go there are 4-5 story buildings, with the bottom floor being relegated for businesses and the top floors for people to live. Houses are minimal except in the 'country', and convenient stores are LITERALLY on every corner instead of on every commercial corner. Comparatively, the density of people here to there is non-existent. And it's cold here! Man. This is me, the guy who hates the heat, who withers and dies. But I must have gotten used to it, at least more so that previously, because I'm not enjoying the SJ autumn, I'm wearing jackets and pants constantly, and my hands are nearly frozen off (I have bad circulation in my hands). Well, this may be one my last postings on this blog, since it's not mine. Thanks so much to 6Q for letting us post on here and use this space. Maybe I'll make one of my own for my random thoughts and to provide therapy, if you're remotely interested just let me know. So concludes our trip: now, it's 'back to the real world.' Thanks for taking the time to read this, everyone! I hope I get a chance to see you all soon!! posted by Andrew @ 09:01 0 comments Tuesday, October 18, 2005 Home. Safe and Sound! Hello everyone! We are home, happy and healthy! Our plane was a little delayed and we had some trouble getting our bag (but at least they made it!) The end of our trip was nice, but we got rained on during our trip to see one of the smaller islands, and our canopy trekking was very quick but fun. When I get all of my pics uploaded, I will post a link for you guys to see our pics, and maybe Andrew will get his plethora of great shots uploaded as well. It's been a great ride, thanks for going along with us! posted by Mei @ 22:13 0 comments Saturday, October 15, 2005 Counting Down... Only a couple of days left in our trip! We're enjoying the last few days, doing things like relaxing on the beach and stocking up on last minute supplies. Huh? Supplies? Well, DVDs and PS2 games are extremely cheap here. (Of course they are burned.) The thing is, I don't know if the PS2 games (sorry, they're called DVD games) will work, but I am pretty sure that they will. But as games have gone from $4 to $2.50 to $2 as we have progressed around Thailand, you can imagine that I've been going a little crazy. Like a moth to a flame is a better description. Not as cheap as $0 for unlimited games like Todd can get, but hey, all the (PS2) games I can want for, what, $50? Not too shabby. Now I just hope they work. It's also ridiculous the number of DVD's I have bought here. After leaving America with *2* tapes, I'll return with an infinite number of movies. In fact, I think when I do get home, I'll need a couple of months to get all the games and movies out of my system. THEN maybe I'll start looking for a job. Haha. posted by Andrew @ 16:31 0 comments Friday, October 14, 2005 Koh Samui is a beautiful Island! Super quickly: Made it to Samui safe and sound, our bungalow is about a 15 sec walk to a very quiet, almost private beach. We've rented a jeep to see the island and it is absolutely gorgeous! We have plans to go sea kayaking, snorkeling, and "canopy climbing" which is apparently going through the trees on ropes, like rapelling, but you go horizontally through the air, instead of vertically down a cave or cliff. Yay! posted by Mei @ 17:15 0 comments Wednesday, October 12, 2005 "Bangkok is bitchin'" To quote Jerry, the guy who placed us at our jobs in Taipei, "Bangkok is bitchin'." Well, as it turns out, not really. If you recall, Jerry, the recruiter in Taiwan who placed us at our jobs, is a habitual liar. Some of his other comments include, "Your job isn't far from Neihu." (in fact, on the complete other SIDE of Taipei, a mere 1 1/2 hours away by bus and train), "Teachers have all the leverage.", "Schools have all the leverage.", etc. He has an insatiable thirst for lying. This isn't to say that we went to Bangkok because of what HE said, no, no no no. It's the capital of Thailand, of course we're going to stop by and say hello. However, bitchin' isn't the term I'd use to describe Bangkok. Big? Definitely. Boisterous? Sure. Belligerent? Yeah, you bet. But bitchin'? Eh... Bangkok isn't a bad place, but it is what most large Asian cities tend to be: big, unorganized (aka chaotic), polluted (nasty air and nasty stuff on the sidewalk), crowded, and, of course, there's bad traffic. What with 6 million people here, it's understandable that driving around is a lot like Office Space. But there is some of the stuff that we came here to see: the history, the temples, the art. Today, for instance, we headed down to the river and took a boat up to the Grand Palace and the Green Emerald Temple. The temple is remarkable: typical Thai style architecture ornately decorated. The temples are tall and have many spires seemingly reaching out toward heaven. Inside there is an actual Green Emerald Buddha, who interestingly enough changes clothes every season to reflect the current season (i.e. rainy, hot, cold). We then went to the adjacent Grand Palace, which is currently being rennovated (deja vu to Beijing). The King lived here, I believe, and performs some duties here still. Quite similar to the Buckingham Palace structurally (of course it does, all kings get big, luxurious buildings) but is more green and has elephants. Then we took a tuk-tuk to the National Museum. I think we described tuk-tuks, but if not, briefly they are three-wheeled motorcycle taxis (with a roof). Driver in front, two seats in the back. Perfect to inhale car/motorcycle exhaust, feel the full extent of potholes in the roads, and avoid getting ripped off in. Not my favorite. The National Museum is enormous and remarkably not crowded, considering how close it is to the main attraction in the area (Grand Palace and adjacent temple), which has throngs of people. The first building had the history of Thailand and its kings, and I was amazed by how often Thailand was at war for a Buddhist nation. However, it appears to be all or mostly all defensive in nature, so the museum says (nearly all by Myanmar (ex-Burma), those crazy war-hungry people!). But I am thankful that with the exception of some territorial concessions to France and Britin, Thailand was never colonized, and the evidence is in the language. While many people speak good English, the Thai language is predominant and never adopted roman letters. Instead, Thai characters are used. Anyway, from there, we explored other parts of the museum, including ceramics, ivory, old war weapons, gold figures, etc. It was massive. There was so much stuff. there were also massive chariots used for what seemed to be funeral processions. MASSIVE. I mean, we saw a video, and there were maybe 3000 people carrying the largest chariot ceremonially. To actually carry some of these massive contraptions, 56 people were needed. We are now at our guest house. An hour after we got in a massive afternoon storm came by; it was torrential, but it's eased off a bit now. Looking forward to getting to Ko Samui and relaxing, but I'm not too thrilled about the 4 AM wake up tomorrow! Ack! posted by Andrew @ 17:38 1 comments Contributors 6Q Mei Andrew End #profile -- Previous Posts Asia pictures First Trickle of Photos... What? Who? Where? Home. Safe and Sound! Counting Down... Koh Samui is a beautiful Island! "Bangkok is bitchin'" One night in Bangkok...Well, actually 3... I just ate delicious Thai food, cooked by ME! In Chiang Mai! This blog goes to the end of China, more later! Archives July 2004 August 2004 September 2004 October 2004 November 2004 December 2004 January 2005 February 2005 March 2005 April 2005 May 2005 June 2005 July 2005 August 2005 September 2005 October 2005

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