[Issue 56] [Contest] Tanki Travel Itinerary

[Zenyth 6,494]

 

damn, that's awesome :o

[Lewis.Hamilton 1,110]

Wait for my story soon!

[Jwimmer 2,835]

Time for my entry! The other ones are looking real nice.

 

 

 

Take a trip to Solikamsk, Russia!

This is a relaxing town, with a wide variety of activities. There are historic sites, shopping malls, and even camping. All of these come together to provide a great location for your most relaxing vacation yet!

 

 

While this town is secluded, it is actually not too hard to arrive at. A flight into the Perm International Airport, and a riverboat ride up the Kama River will leave you very close to the subway station, which is where we will start our tour!

 

11:00 am - 12:00 pm: Arrival and subway station

This is one of the more interesting stories out of the town. There was a major push in the city to build it up to one of the largest cities in Russia, and one of the first objectives was to create a public transit system. Unfortunately, the vision of a large city failed. While part of the subway was created, it only covers a small portion of the city. The making of the subway was mainly completed by Thunder Construction Company, and the train was the fastest of its time, with it being made out of a secession of wasps. Unfortunately, since the time of the Subway running, it has become overrun with drugs. While it is a great reminder of the past, it is a place that we will only go to briefly, for your safety.

 

12:30 pm - 3:00 pm: Throne of the city

As mentioned already, this city has some very historical aspects. One of these is that it used to have a separate dictator before it officially joined the Russian Federation. Like any dictator, this one had his own throne, of course located at the very center of the city. To preserve the history of the city, city planners decided to not destroy the throne. However, as an attempt to partially erase the bad memories that lingered from the dictator's rule, they have allowed the stone seat to become overgrown with some bushes and trees.

 

3:30 pm - 10:00 am: Camping through the night

By this time, it will be time to start setting up camp. While you could stay at one of the few hotels in the city, we would recommend going camping at the local campground. The tank-made valley was carved out by unpaid workers equipped with twins, during the rule of the dictator. The city decided to not let all of the excruciating work go to waste, and have kept the campground in use. The valley gives incredibly privacy from the rest of the city. It is filled with forest growth, and shrouded from the harsh Russian nights by the high walls up the side. We know you will get a great night of sleep here, with is great because we have another full day tomorrow!

 

10:15 am - 3:00 pm: Shopping

While most of the modernity of this city did not go as planned, the shopping mall is the one part that is still here. It has a wide-open courtyard, with several stores to choose from. You can get gifts for friends, with one of the stores even offering the regal blue sphere! The other stores have items such as sweaters for the Russian winter, and novelty badges.  

 

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm: Local real-estate

The end of our trip is almost here, and we know that you have enjoyed it! Our final stop will be to look the local real-estate. The lot we have selected has a house already built, and even a watch tower that was used during the dictatorship! It is a great historical site, that keeps its distance from the city while still giving a great view at all you have seen over the past few days of travel.

 

4:30 pm: Departure

Well, our tour of the city is over! The best way to leave is the same way you came here- a short trip down the Kama river, then a flight out of the Perm International Airport to get you home. We hope you enjoyed your trip! 

 

 

 

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[TriNitroToIuene 4,765]

Oh man, this is going to be a standoff, me vs an ex-reporter xD

Oh man, this is going to be a standoff, me vs the destroyer xD

 

Btw, sorry about the Tankiverse thing, I didn't know you did it too. It's just that it's a common term for TO :P Hope you don't consider that plagiarism.

Edited September 6, 2016 by TriNitroToIuene

[ToHoYoNTaDa 1,147]

Oh man, this is going to be a standoff, me vs the destroyer xD

 

Btw, sorry about the Tankiverse thing, I didn't know you did it too. It's just that it's a common term for TO :P Hope you don't consider that plagiarism.

Are you saying that all to me? How you know that my name is "Man" in Tanki X  :huh:

[Penguin40 1,714]

Are you saying that all to me? How you know that my name is "Man" in Tanki X  :huh:

No no, it's just a colloquial term, dont worry

[yakko123 340]

So yeah, I'm entering this contest. Here's my entry. (Note - The word count on wordcounter.net excludes the image URLs)

 

 

YOUR UNFORGETTABLE SOJOURN - COLOGNE

 

 

Cologne - the Tankiverse's very own heritage village. An exquisite blend of the old and the new, this German city perfectly illustrates the constantly evolving landscape of Tanki Online with its rugged forts, Victorian-era housing and its towering skyscrapers complementing each other perfectly. An extremely photogenic location, a wonder of the world, and marvels of architecture are just some of the things that draws one to the place of your dreams! 

 

Your trip begins early in the morning, filled with sightseeing locations that keep you occupied for the rest of your day....

 

0800-1000 hours

(Arrival, check-in and breakfast)

 

 

We would be arriving via a flight from the Berlin International Tankodrome. After a one-hour flight, you'll be stepping out into a total contrast from the hustle and bustle of the German capital.

 

Cologne, as a heritage village, feels compelled to grant all tourists the very best experience of how its denizens used to live, until recently. So feel free to make yourself comfy at The Villa, a simple yet elegant mansion which is now a respected hotel. This is a highly recommended place of stay in Cologne for its vintage looks, nostalgic comforts and simple, homely meals. Our breakfast plan would include Shaftuerkraut, a classic German composition, and freshly brewed Hornet-infused coffee.

 

After a refreshing break, we would now be exploring the city...

 

1000-1300 hours

(Cologne Fort)

 

 

The pièce de résistance of Cologne, this fort dates back to the fifteenth century when the first Vikings settled down in this part of Stankinavia to use as a base for their troops invading the rest of Europe. As civilization thrived, the Vikings uprooted their base from Cologne and moved to occupy Dusseldorf, leaving Cologne populated with immigrants from Barda, and this fort serving as a lone reminder of their times. The fort also served as the site for the Guevera rebellion, where the city's border patrol unsuccessfully tried to overthrow the government, leading to this memorial being a permanent feature of the city.

 

History apart, this fort gives excellent views of not only old Cologne, but also of the whole city. Soaring landscapes and a perennial breeze make sure tourists stay amazed and cool, and its daunting watchtowers, ramps and dungeons make an awesome photo album!

 

Visitors have the option to take the guided tour during this three-hour window, or simply roam around the premises of their own free will. Either way, you will be transported six hundred years into the past, marveling at the architecture and grandeur of this fort, which happens to be an AlternativaPlatform-approved wonder of the world!

 

1330-1430 hours

(Lunch and the Apothecary)

 

 

We would be dining at Das Fest, where guests can choose from the cross-cuisine buffet offered. We highly recommend the Hammerburger, a local and international favourite!

 

Following lunch, we shall proceed to Cologne's renowned apothecary, where one can find an assortment of health-boosting nanobots, which do a variety of functions ranging from decreasing your turning radius to trebling your speed! The market caters to a variety of tastes, and despite being one of the oldest of its kind, is considered the best place to get enhanced - at a lesser cost! Also, do try out the adjoining Upgrade Therapy Centre which is the oldest form of medicine in the Tankiverse. It really does rejuvenate you!

 

1430-16-30 hours

(The Cultural Centre, Tea)

 

 

Cologne's cultural centre is a wonderful thing. It's a mixture of museum, art installation, heritage exhibition and performance hall. It is here that the medley of the old and new really becomes prominent. Lose yourself in a timeline of Cologne's rich history, be wowed by the architectural genius of the place, or take some time off and watch a performance in the hall! Artistes from all over the world perform in this reputed stage, and this is something you do not want to miss!

 

Also, this is the right place to pick up souvenirs. Keychains to wearables, you name it, this place has it!

 

Then, unwind at the Ruhe Cafe, which, true to its name, is a magnet for calmness. Munch on the snacks of your choice as you take in the essence of Cologne through its rooftop seats, and this is an excellent place to capture panorama shots of the city. Be amazed!

 

1700-1900 hours

(Observatorium)

 

 

Being more than a thousand feet above sea level, Cologne has a lot of sightseeing spots, but the Observatorium is the best of them - the views on offer are splendid, and provided tourists are careful, one can see as far as Berlin. Entry is free for all, and the visit is absolutely worth anything. It literally takes one's breath away. 

 

A peep from the observatory grants one the rolling landscape of Cologne and surrounding areas, and the thrill of being so high above the ground is a great addition to any trip. We recommend you spend a good two hours here, and enjoy the serenity of Cologne while you're at it.

 

Also, the observatorium has plenty of picnic spots, so make sure you take maximum advantage of these. That experience will form a lasting impression on you!

 

1900-2230 hours

(The Aerial Tour, Dinner)

 

 

We've saved the best for the last. In a fitting climax, we'll be taking all of you in an aeroplane and looking at Cologne from above. It really is an interesting perspective of the city, and a really cool opportunity to view the daily lives of Cologne's residents - from above.

 

This is also the perfect way to observe how, in Cologne, the old meets the new - and both grace each other. The fort, old Cologne and the metropolis adjoin each other, and lend Cologne its character, antiquity and charm. That is what distinguishes this from other tourist spots in the Tankiverse.

 

And that just about rounds up our sightseeing. Following the flight, we'll be retiring to The Villa for dinner, where we get treated to marvelous Pommes frites and Rouvulcen, a dish of onions and select meats. With stomachs full and hearts light, we retire for the night, to return the next morning.

 

0700 hours (Day 2)

(Departure)

 

We have a surprise for you: we shall be returning to Berlin via the waterways, retracing the route the Vikings took when they first settled in Cologne. This historical trip would be a perfect ending to an awesome trip. From Berlin, we will be parting ways and returning to our homes.

 

However, the memories we formed here will not fade anytime soon, and we look forward to seeing your photographs. Thank you for choosing TNT Getaways; hope to see you again!

 

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Love it i can see myself in pic :3

i think either u or destroyer will win

[Hex 11,520]

Oh man, this is going to be a standoff, me vs the destroyer xD

 

Btw, sorry about the Tankiverse thing, I didn't know you did it too. It's just that it's a common term for TO :P Hope you don't consider that plagiarism.

I don't see that as plagiarism :) It's a common term ya know

[TriNitroToIuene 4,765]

I don't see that as plagiarism :) It's a common term ya know

That's a relief, thanks for clarifying! :)

[Hex 11,520]

That's a relief, thanks for clarifying! :)

No probs :) Hope you win.

And btw, would you mind me asking why you quit Reporter?

 

 

 

You certainly didn't get fired lol xD

 

 

[Yisroel.Rabin 16,224]

I have mine all planned out, I actually really like how it's coming out. And this is just a draft, I'm gonna retake and reedit everything once I'm done the draft.

 

Good lick all!

[master_crafter 420]

These contesting are very do-able and interesting.  ^_^

[dhamma123 0]

Where should we post our entries? in this feedback section or somewhere else?

[Jwimmer 2,835]

Where should we post our entries? in this feedback section or somewhere else?

Post them in this topic, like a few of us have done on this page.

[TriNitroToIuene 4,765]

No probs :) Hope you win.

And btw, would you mind me asking why you quit Reporter?

 

 

 

You certainly didn't get fired lol xD

 

 

:P I'm just taking a break from the job and focusing on real life a little (more) :)

 

 

 

Same wishes for you

 

 

Edited September 7, 2016 by TriNitroToIuene

[Cookie_King 19]

So you have to post the travel thingy here?

[Flexoo 6,980]

So you have to post the travel thingy here?

Yes, please post your itineraries ONLY here.

[Ninja 10,468]

Writing is strange for me, I have to get a small piece of inspiration then I'm off like the wind, but without it, I'm hopeless.  :mellow:

[basenji7 1,199]

No probs :) Hope you win.

And btw, would you mind me asking why you quit Reporter?

 

 

 

You certainly didn't get fired lol xD

 

 

So he could enter contests and win  :P

[BlueDragon_tamki 3,204]

Seems hard.

[Viking4s 10,791]

Writing is strange for me, I have to get a small piece of inspiration then I'm off like the wind, but without it, I'm hopeless.  :mellow:

Here is a small piece of inspiration for you.

 

I went to cologne and it was a nice town.

 

you're welcome.

 

 

Edited September 8, 2016 by Viking4s

[Hex 11,520]

:P I'm just taking a break from the job and focusing on real life a little (more) :)

 

 

 

Same wishes for you

 

 

So now your entry is 'disqualified' right?

See Goldi's message under your entry.

[TriNitroToIuene 4,765]

So now your entry is 'disqualified' right?

See Goldi's message under your entry.

Heh heh, I guess so.

Edited September 9, 2016 by TriNitroToIuene
What that means is that my entry will be judged, but I won't get crystal rewards ;)

[Penguin40 1,714]

Heh heh, I guess so.

But but, dats so ruude, you should still receive crystals since you entered before rejoining :c :c i think if a contest entrant (newspaper) becomes a reporter before results, he still receives crystal

 

 

BTW TNT, how do you post that message below the edit statement? Is that reserved only for staff members?

Edited September 9, 2016 by Penguin40

[TriNitroToIuene 4,765]

But but, dats so ruude, you should still receive crystals since you entered before rejoining :c :c i think if a contest entrant (newspaper) becomes a reporter before results, he still receives crystal

 

 

BTW TNT, how do you post that message below the edit statement? Is that reserved only for staff members?

It's fine, reporter status trumps everything :P

Edited September 9, 2016 by TriNitroToIuene
To answer your second question - it's for people having powers in the forum :)