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I'm sure you've heard of this place. It has figured prominently in numerous cinematic features by Toho studios. But in those films it is always portrayed as a desolate island, overrun by monsters.
I must admit, when my pal Shu told me that Monster Island was more than just a fictional land populated by men in ill-fitting rubber costumes, I was in disbelief. He sent me some literature on the accommodations there and I was convinced. |
Although Monster Island is a real place, the proprietors do not want the location to become too well known, fearing that twould then be overrun by the greatest monster of all: man. So my trip there was planned in secret and I had to remain blindfolded during my flight.
But it was all worth it, Monster Island was the best vacation I've ever had. Being able to walk up to a 20 foot high bug was just about the coolest thing in the world. I thought the giant ape and other "Monsters" on the island would be in cages, or inaccessible, but are quite friendly and accessible. The 2006 event will attract around 400 competitors from five continents. There are 3 weapons: Foil, Epée and Sabre. Each is contested by men and women. Fencing will take place in the new £25 million Sports Training Village at Bath University. Social events will use the world famous civic buildings of the City of Bath including the Roman Bath, the Pump Room and the Assembly Rooms. A Social Programme will enable visitors to explore the outstanding natural beauty of this part of England. This is the first veterans World Championship event to be held in the UK and the Organising Committee is dedicated to making the event the best the world has seen. Come and see the skill, the elegance and the speed of world class fencing. |
