Top five Monday

Geneva, Switzerland has always been a city of grand ideals. Its motto is “Post tenebras lux,” which translates as, “After the darkness, light”.

Playing host to the Protestant Reformation, from which the quote originated, to the numerous International organizations that claim the city as its headquarters today, it… read full article

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Bruges, Belgium is a must see. With medieval rooftops that step up to the sky, a history that spans back to the Vikings, and canals that credit the city as one of Europe’s “Venice of the North,” the enjoyment expands to every sense.

Flemish masterpieces of art and architecture… read full article

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When you are choosing the top five pubs of Cambridge, UK, your major problem is what to leave out, as this fair student city is full of excellent hostelries, each with their own unique atmosphere.

So for those of you in a hurry, I have sifted out what… read full article

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There’s no need to shy away from the truth: Lyon, France is not Paris.

But all things considered, it is far better. Paris, you see, is a city you visit: museums, famous places, legendary streets, etc… Lyon, on the other hand, is a city you live. The… read full article

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Planning a family vacation in Copenhagen, Denmark and want to take the kids to the world famous Tivoli Gardens Amusement Park?

Check out these 5 Copenhagen hotels close to Tivoli Gardens. Also conveniently located within walking distance of København H train station, these city hotels allow easy… read full article

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The British are obsessed with the weather. It’s an unfair accusation to say that it always rains in the north of England. It just rains some of the time.

Manchester, UK is a city with much to offer the world – music, nightlife and a huge cultural scene… read full article

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This month's most popular travel articles on the Venere Travel Blog are:

1. Bali Luxury Hotels

Published July 5th - Dreaming of a spiritual retreat or an exotic honeymoon in Asia? Venere presents three of the most romantic hotels in Bali, Indonesia. These three exclusive resorts offer luxury hotel… read full article

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Istanbul is a captivating Turkish city which has a rich historical past during which it was the epicenter of three great empires, namely the Roman, the Christian Byzantine and Islamic Ottoman. The influences of this rich cultural heritage continue to have a bearing on Istanbul until today.

Istanbul… read full article

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Dreaming of strolling down the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the wonderful Ocean Front Walk in Venice Beach?

Looking for a budget hotel in Los Angeles offering easy access to Long Beach or the world famous Santa Monica Bay coast? Check out this selection of five… read full article

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Madrid, Spain is known for its all-night parties and sweltering summer heat, but if you need a break from sangria and siestas, why not check out these five historical gems that the city has to offer?

1. Arab Wall

This ancient wall is over 1300 years… read full article

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Planning a weekend break in Paris and wondering what is the best way to get around the city?

Here are some transport tips that will help you choose how to go from the airport to your hotel, from the Eiffel Tower to the Latin Quarter, Montmartre… read full article

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So you’ve packed the travel documents, beginners guide to Catalan and passport (I hope) and jumped up and down on your suitcase like a gymnast on a trampoline so you can fit everything in. But once you’re on the ground in Barcelona, what are some of the… read full article

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Taking a taxi in Asia can be a hit and miss. Here are 5 things you do not want to hear your taxi driver say:

1. 'Your hotel has closed down'

'Your hotel has closed down' says the Indian rickshaw driver. He will tell you that the hotel you want… read full article

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So you’ve had your fill of street vendor crepes and the quaint but all-in-all perfunctory brasseries found at every corner in Paris, and you’re ready fork over the cash for the exquisite, delicate, lemon zest-laden morsel of gastronomic bliss for which you came to France in the first… read full article

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1. Hotel Marqués de Riscal

The Starwood Collection luxury Hotel Marqués de Riscal in Elciego, a lovely town in the Basque Country of Northern Spain is a cutting-edge landmark hotel. It first opened in 2006 by Pritzker Prize winning architect Frank… read full article

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