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| Afghan Refugees Were Placed in a Popular North Yorkshire, UK Vacation Hotel. Here's What Happened. |
| 2021-10-12 |
| [PJ] Multiculturalism is meeting reality once again as Afghan refugees are making their presence known in the countries that welcomed them, and the fun is just beginning. One place that has experienced the richness and vibrance of diversity is Scarborough, North Yorkshire, England, which is a popular vacation spot. It’s easy to see why: It’s on the Yorkshire Coast in a beautiful area, and when its architecturally stunning Grand Hotel was built in 1867, it was the largest hotel in Europe. The hotel still boasts numerous attractions. It is described on Tripadvisor as “one of the town’s landmark features and instantly recognisable on the skyline,” taking “pride of place overlooking the town’s harbour and South Bay.” The description continues: “Our location is ideal in Scarborough from which to enjoy beautiful sandy beaches, promenade walks and all that Scarborough has to offer, all within a short stroll away. LIVE entertainment is available every night with our dazzling cabaret shows featuring professional dancers and entertainers dressed in stunning costumes.” A newer feature of the hotel, however, 200 Afghan evacuees, has quickly changed perceptions of the hotel. The staff, when confronted with complaints, called the complainers “racist.” But that’s an all-purpose objection nowadays, so frequently employed as to be emptied of all meaning. It’s clear that hotel guests at the Grand Hotel had plenty to complain about. |
| Posted by:Besoeker |
| #3 Mr. Khan no longer has a nation. Sad to say, the effort was a flop. He penned this hasty note: "Kind sirs, please... take my goat!" And then put up the shutters of the shop. Sez Mr. Khan, "Do carry on!" Coz Mr. Khan's a window cleaner now. His country, it didn't pay... Now there's no clean dollars down Whitehall way. When he goes out working, interest he arouses Shouting "Allah akbar!" though I'm sure he's safe as houses. He wears a camo nightshirt to preserve his Friday trousers Coz Mr. Khan's a window cleaner now. |
| Posted by: Bill Pelosi9116 2021-10-12 18:05 |
| #2 They will never be able to get rid of that smell... |
| Posted by: M. Murcek 2021-10-12 09:58 |
| #1 Nearby hotels have rates in the $80-100 a night range. The Grand Hotel is going for $40 a night. |
| Posted by: Rob Crawford 2021-10-12 09:35 |