Frequently Asked Questions...
what is the difference between a "CODE" and a "CONVENTION" ?
relevent to maritime / shipping industry..
Answer:
Your question is still ambiguous. But to answer generally, a code refers to a collection of all the specific rules in a particular area and they are generally binding
A convention on the other hand may mean a treaty or an established practice which are generally adhered.
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 2 x Vintage Maritime Ships's Signal Flags Nautical Marine Naval US $.98
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 VINTAGE MARITIME SANTA MARIA TIN SHEET METAL SHIP US $45.00
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 VINTAGE MARITIME PINTA TIN SHEET METAL SHIP US $45.00
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 LARGE 3 WHEELED MARITIME PULLY - Maine - Square Rigged Whaling Ship Pulley US $65.95
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 VINTAGE MARITIME NINA TIN SHEET METAL SHIP US $45.00
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 17TH CENTURY ITALIAN OLD MASTER MARITIME DRAWING OF TALL SHIPS- DOUBLE SIDED US $475.00
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 GIMBALED COMPASS 6" ~ NAUTICAL ~ MARITIME ~ BOAT ~ SHIP ~ SEA NAVIGATION US $33.99
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 Entex Mantelpiece Wooden Ship "Savannah" 1/72 Scale Original Box Maritime US $29.95
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 ANTIQUE SILVER MARITIME SHIPS CROSS ANCHOR PENDANT WITH JESUS HANGING CRUCIFIX US $299.99
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 Vintage Boat light burners.Brass.Ships.maritime.sea. oil light. US $69.00
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See Lisbon, Portugal - The Foremost Legitimate International City
There are special places in the world that carry a feeling of excitement and romance all throughout it. An example of one of these cities is Lisbon, the capital city of Portugal. Lisbon is located right on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean, which of course means it has beautiful beaches. In addition, it has bleach-white limestone buildings, stunning castles, and intimate cobblestone streets. There is so much history in the air in Lisbon, and if you are thinking of experiencing a little bit of the excitement, you will need to get a passport first. Here are some tips on how to get a new passport.
Fast passports sounds like an oxymoron. After you spend all the time applying for a passport, you then have to wait for months without any kind of update until one day, your passport just shows up at your door. However, this isn't your only option anymore. Now you can get your passports online through certified online passport expediting companies. These websites offer services that can help you address any issue concerning your passport, from emergency passport renewal to getting your first ever passport.
Belem Tower is no doubt the most recognizable landmark in the entire city of Lisbon. This seaside fortress features incredibly ornate decorations and a dazzling white facade. Built in 1515 to protect the city from attacks by sea, this fortress has recently been declared a World Heritage Site as an example to Portugal's expanding empire.
Cristo Rei is another very popular landmark in Portugal. It is a 100 meter tall building that sits across the Tejo River. Of course, the views from the top are absolutely incredible.
Jeronimos Monastery is a huge Gothic-style marvel and yet another breathtaking building. It was built in 1502 during Portugal's Age of Discovery, and still stands as a testament to that today. It was originally built in order to celebrate Vasco de Gama's voyage and to give thanks to the Virgin Mary for overseeing its success. Vasco de Gama is actually buried in the Monastery, along with some other people of note. The whole Monastery carries a theme of the sea, with ocean themed art, like sea monster carvings and coral embellishments, and the monks who lived there were responsible for praying for traveling sailors.
Life in Lisbon is heavily influenced by the sea, and in order to get a good feel for some of the creatures that live in the sea near Lisbon, the Oceanarium is a great place to go. In a tank the size of four Olympic-sized swimming pools with naturally occurring variations of underwater habitats. For example, there are sections for both Antarctic sea creatures and tropical ones. This makes it so that you can animals like penguins can thrive in one area, while sharks and tropical fish can thrive in another. Each of these sections is separated by a clear wall, making it look like everything is swimming in the same area.
There is never a shortage of fun things to do in Lisbon. When you vacation in Lisbon, you will find that it's almost impossible to avoid the excitement and romance of discovery. Just don't forget that you will need your passport in order to travel there. Get online and learn how online passport services can help you learn how to get a passport. With services like emergency passport renewal and rush passport shipping, you can be on your way in no time.
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