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Corsica
Written by Philippa Burne, UK, October 2012
It’s the birthplace of both Frenchman Napoleon Bonaparte and Italian
explorer Christopher Colombus who did most of his land-claiming under
the flag of the Spanish Empire. Confused? That’s Corsica ...
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Cycling the Loire Valley
Written by Philippa Burne, UK, April 2012
If it sounds somehow ridiculous that one river valley can house
around one thousand chateaux you need to remember that the Loire River
is very long; this is the longest river in France
...
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Day Trip to Chianciano: A Tuscan Spa Day
Written by Jessica, USA, March 2013
Visiting a spa while on vacation can be the perfect way to unwind from the busy “real world.” Of course, a trip to Tuscany sounds like a pretty good way to relax, too. So, why not skip the agonizing ...
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Discover Marvellous Malmö!
Written by Jodi R, Germany, November 2011
Malmö is a cosmopolitan city with a dramatically revitalized post-industrial energy. Once a run-down harbor area, the seafront is now bristling with life and architecture, notably the landmark ...
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English Garden (Englischer Garten) in Munich
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, October 2012
Designed as far back as the 1780s, Munich’s Englischer Garten, or English Garden, occupies approximately 1.5 square-miles of the city’s ground. Stretching from the city center to its northeastern ...
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Exploring the Boboli Gardens in Florence
Written by Jessica, USA, August 2012
From the austere facade of the Pitti Palace in Florence ,
you would never know that an expansive and elaborate garden lies just
over the palace walls. The Boboli Gardens were once the private ...
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Exploring the Island of Crete
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, September 2011
The sheer size and beauty of the island of Crete makes it an ideal
destination for travelers looking to log some time hiking in the
Mediterranean. By far the largest islands in Greece ,
Crete ...
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Famous Foods to Try in Naples
Written by Jessica, USA, February 2013
Although not everyone arrives in Italy as a foodie, it’s hard to visit Naples without becoming one. It’s Naples, after all, that gave the world pizza – which is a fine gift, don’t you think? Pizza ...
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Find Your Inspiration in St Tropez
Written by Jodi R, Germany, August 2011
Brigitte Bardot was famously 'discovered' on the beach at St Tropez , and since the 1950's this French Riviera
resort town has been known as a playground for the international jet
set. Once a ...
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First-Timer Tips For Visiting the Blue Lagoon
Written by Philippa Burne, UK, July 2012
It’s one of the must-do things for any visit to Iceland: soaking in The Blue Lagoon. On the road between Keflavik Airport and Reykjavik, many of the airport buses stop at the Blue Lagoon to drop off ...
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Floating Down the Vltava River in Prague
Written by Sasha, March 2013
The Vltava River starts its journey in Šumava, southern Bohemia, and it flows 270 miles (433 km) through Prague before joining the Laber River at Mělník in the north of the Czech ...
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Four Fantastic Austrian Spas
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, October 2011
If there’s one downside to choosing among legendary spas in Austria, it’s that there are just so many of them. To help get you started, here are four destinations that come highly recommended. ...
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Free Things to Do in Cannes
Written by Philippa Burne, UK, April 2012
Cannes
has the aura of wealth and glamor, but there’s more to this small
village than that annual red-carpet parade held in May. Cannes may feel
out of reach for those with a budget in mind, ...
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Free Things to Do in Istanbul
Written by Zoe Smith, United Kingdom, March 2013
With exchange rates plummeting, Istanbul isn’t quite the bargain destination it used to be, but those on budget will still find plenty of opportunities to stretch out their dollars. From marveling ...
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Free Things to Do in Paris
Written by Philippa Burne, UK, November 2012
Paris is not known to be a cheap city but some of its main attractions are free – just another reason we love this city so much. Editor’s Note:
This recommendation was taken from our ...
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