Tips and Ideas

The vibrant cultural scene of Seattle boasts some of the most diverse markets in the US. Supporters of the ‘locavore’ movement can grab a re-usable canvas bag and brows the goods of all-natural, locally grown produce. Those in search of more exotic fair have plenty to chose from… read full article

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Planning a holiday in Paris and want to explore the city of Lights on bike?

Here are some tips to make it a fun and safe experience:

1. First and foremost, if you rent a Paris

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It’s an understatement to say Rome’s historic center is incredible. But just because you’ve been spending the whole day gazing at the Coliseum, posing in front of Vittorio Emanuele’s statue, throwing coins into the Trevi Fountain and lounging on the Spanish steps does not… read full article

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If you are visiting Prague, Czech Republic, and you’re looking for a “back-door” experience, don’t bother setting your "gaydar" and just follow these directions. Within a small radius, there are a variety of bars and clubs to suit your need for guys and girls of all sexual orientations… read full article

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For those traveling outside the tourist machine, a few fundamental things should be known about Australia. Safety, security and knowing how to do what you want to do are important. Independent travelers can see more of Australia than most people. Get the basics right, and the rest is easy. Australia may… read full article

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Spend the morning shopping in Midtown Manhattan

After our morning in Midtown Manhattan, the 4, 5, or 6 train whisks us to Union Square for some more holiday shopping. A wealth of handmade items can be found among the stalls, but this market can… read full article

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London is an eternal favorite destination which attracts hordes of tourists all year around. For your stay in the British capital, check out the venere.com selection of hotels in London.

Steeped in culture as it is, London has many tourist attractions but apart from the palaces… read full article

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I started my experience of riding the wonderful rails of Trenitalia on my first Day trip of my semester abroad. We went to Pisa. Bob, our director, organized everything, so we had no idea how the trains worked, how to buy a ticket, how to validate… read full article

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Bournemouth, Dorset... Just the name offers up a pleasant ring of Olde England that conjures images of Victorian greenery, of delightful adventures -- perhaps in search of the mouth of the Bourne as it pours into the Channel -- of families and amusement centers… read full article

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