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Although a shadow of its former self, this list has to be topped by the Orient Express. Originally running from London through Paris, Venice and on to Istanbul the route was shortened after World War II due to the inconvenience of the Iron Curtain… read full article

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I could never have imagined that toothache could give you a ticket to travel. I would assume that a rotten tooth would mean being strapped to the chair in my nearest dentist clinic. Now I know different.

There is something called dental tourism (how mental is that?), which is actually… read full article

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A great writer once said,

it is a cliché that most clichés are true, but like most clichés that cliché is untrue.

I mention this by way of underlining that while some travel experiences may not be novel or imaginative that does not necessarily reduce their meaning or… read full article

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The city of Saint Petersburg is one of Russia’s hidden jewels. The city of has a magnificence that you would expect to see only in films or created on fantasy vast film sets.

The reality is that this hauntingly beautiful Russian city is so very real and breathtaking… read full article

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Planning a trip to Denmark and wondering what are the best things to do in Copenhagen? Here are four city attractions not to be missed:

• The Winter Garden at Glyptoteket

The Winter Garden at Glyptoteket houses one of the most stunning collections of sculptures of Danish, French… read full article

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The Wicklow Way, a world-class “way-marked way” in Ireland, comprises seven trails such as Marlay Park to Knockree, Knockree to Roundwood, Roundwood to Glendalough, Glendalough to Glenmalure, Glenmalure to Moyne, Moyne to Shillealgh and Shilleagh to Clonegal.

The walk, spanning Wicklow and Carlow counties, can be covered in… read full article

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Europe is particularly well served by budget airlines and the wealth of choice available can be daunting.

Many travellers end up settling for the well known names because the price seems low and it then saves them the hassle of searching the market for other options. The first problem with this is… read full article

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The port city of Barcelona, Spain located on the Mediterranean coast is the capital of the region of Catalonia and is renowned all over the world for the spectacular works of its native Catalan son, the architect Antoni Gaudi.

Some of Gaudi’s most famous creations are located in… read full article

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Spanish fiestas present a wonderful way to enjoy the culture and lifestyle of Spain.

These fiestas (festivals) which are held through out the year range from the internationally famous Running of the bulls of Pamplona to other festivals like the Fireworks of Las Fallas

Tags:  culture, festivals, Spain, Valencia | 3 Comments

Normally bloggers are usually so busy in the virtual world that they overlook small things in the authentic world which could be very important in life.

The things they overlook might happen while traveling as they are occupied in trying to choose the gadgets they can… read full article

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Portugal is a country that maintains a relatively low profile on the world arena. However its Algarve region is a popular summer holiday spot and soccer fans through out the world do follow the exploits of Portuguese soccer star and current golden boy of soccer, Christiano… read full article

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Leeds, UK is often referred to as the Knightsbridge of the North, ever since the arrival of Harvey Nichols. This city is a magnet for shoppers, particularly those shopaholics that favor designer clothes.

What makes Leeds different from other British cities is that it has hung on to its… read full article

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As adventure holidays go you really can not get much more adventurous than taking to the skies.

I for one would be horrified, but for those with a yearning for the extreme I have got the holiday adventure for you. Especially for you, sport aficionados, paragliding and mountain adventure sports… read full article

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World-class Swedish players- Henrik Stenson, Jesper Parnevik and Annika Sörenstam have made a name for themselves in international golf. In fact, golf is no more a privilege of elite but any one in Sweden can play and enjoy it.

The Swedish green fee is much lower than… read full article

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Dreaming of a romantic vacation in the South of Italy? Check these five lovely B&B around Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast, a wonderful area declared World Heritage Site by Unesco.

These holiday accommodation options boast all the charm and style of a Mediterranean house and offer all the comforts of… read full article

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