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Everyone knows that there are a ton of things to see in France. Perusing the travel section of your favorite bookstore gives you an idea of how much there is to do, but once you arrive, options explode in every direction. Walk out of your hotel

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There is an abundance of interest for my article of Basic Travel tips in Italy, so I decided to write a follow-up article answering more of your questions.

Eurail Passes. Are they a better deal or no?

Depends on how long you are traveling either just in… read full article

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The events associated with 9/11 have changed the way we travel inexorably. New travel restrictions on hand luggage and checked baggage coupled with the long waits due to security checks have made traveling by air quite a stressful affair. These checks and restrictions have been further augmented after the Trans-Atlantic… read full article

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A bike is essential in a city like Florence, Tuscany because once you have the privilege of a bicycle you won’t want to lose it. Walking and taking the bus is all well and good, however the bike has its advantages. Some tips you should… read full article

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Although India has become a hot tourist destination in the resent years, there must be many of you who would be coming here for the first time. Apart from the cultural differences, there are many other things to remember when you are in India. Indian Railways is the… read full article

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Traveling is supposed to be an exciting and interesting experience. But there is always the travesty of flying across time zones and succumbing to the ever dreadful jet lag. This one word sends shivers down my spine. I don’t know about you but for me, managing jet… read full article

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With its extensive network and efficient, timed arrivals, Berlin’s metro system, comprised of the S-Bahn and U-Bahn, is one of the world’s best. But hey! Check out that view! A trip across the heart of Berlin, Germany on the S5, S7, or S9 reveals some fantastic… read full article

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Planning to take a flight soon?

Although the seeming air travel may look hassle free, sometimes checking out relevant specifications helps to make your trip more enjoyable. So, before you pack and zip your bags, just check out these helpful tips.

1. Check if your flight is a direct flight or… read full article

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Here are some tips on riding the bus, buying tickets, and dealing with the bus police in Florence, Tuscany. EEK!

1. How to buy a bus ticket

In Florence you can buy tickets at newspaper stands and most tabacchi (tobacco shops) and cafes where there is… read full article

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Before you go haring off around the world on your adventures, it’s wise to make sure that the airline you choose to fly with has several vital features.

Even in these days of Star Alliance, standardisation, and what with the various, increasing facets of globalisation, it’s important to find out whether… read full article

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Germany is every automobile lover’s dream. Home of some of the automotive industries leading brands and the only country with unlimited speeds, Germany is worth visiting just for the thrill of being able to drive (and I mean DRIVE) a car like you stole it. But there are… read full article

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Lisbon, Portugal is a beautiful city set on the Atlantic coast. The city was laid out with the foresight of automobiles and large avenues and magnificent roundabouts make up the grid of the city.

Lisbon is beautiful whether you are driving yourself, taking a taxi cab… read full article

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Venere.com, the Europe and Italy hotel specialist, and Trenitalia, the Italian National Railway, are today launching a new co-branded service where Trenitalia users can book their train ticket and their accommodation on the co-branded web site.

This new hotel reservation service is dedicated to… read full article

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Dreaming of a romantic wedding in France? Get more information about wedding tourist season in Paris on the International Herald Tribune.

Planning a trip to NY? Take the New York Pizza Tour and discover the best pizza restaurants in Manhattan, Brooklyn and the Bronx.

London stories… read full article

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Barcelona, Spain is a bike-friendly city. One of the first things you’ll notice while walking its streets is not the dramatic architecture but rather the youthful cyclists weaving between pedestrians, some more skillfully than others. Can’t beat ’em? Join ’em!

Rent a bike and take a guided tour

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