2008年3月16日 星期日

"Nota Bene"


Nota Bene is a Latin phrase meaning "Note Well," coming from notâre—to note. It is in the singular imperative mood, instructing one individual to note well the matter at hand. (The pluralis form is notate bene.)

In present day English, it is used to draw the attention of the reader to a certain (side) aspect or detail of the subject on hand, translating it as "pay attention" or "take notice". It is often written in the abbreviated form: N.B.

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EuroVox | 17.03.2008 | 05:30

For Elite Travelers, Even the Best Isn’t Always Up to Par

Most people buy a travel guide at a local bookstore before going on a trip. But what do discerning and exclusive travelers, for whom five star hotels are the norm, do?

Many turn to "Nota Bene" for advice -- a members-only destination review service from Great Britain. A 12-month, 10-issue subscription can cost upwards of 650 euros.

But what they get for their money is a no-holds-barred critique of the creme de la creme of the travel world: which hotel rooms have mismatched carpeting, which the best view and whom to trust on staff to mend a perfect hem.

EuroVox speaks with "Nota Bene" founder Anthony Lassman.

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