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Interesting
Tidbits About Europe by Richard Monk
Playing such a large part
in the history of mankind, detailing key aspects of Europe is large task
indeed. Nonetheless, here we go.... |
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To Eastern Europe: See Life Bursting At The Seams by Frank
Johnson
Eastern Europe today is
an understated treasure-trove of sites, sounds and history. The exuberance
for life in the post-Communist era has found expression in a proliferation
of music and arts festivals, celebrations of national identity and history,
and an eagerly welcoming attitude toward foreigners... |
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Apres-Ski
by Roger Munns
European tax haven Andorra
enjoys the same fiscal benefits as better known Monaco, adding to property
demand from those looking for residency in a tax shelter as well as traditional
ski chalet buyers who flock to the country between December and April each
year. With the end of the ski season last month many ski resorts
in Europe have closed up shop until early December with overseas property
owners having little prospect of rental income in the summer months... |
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Laxing
Andorra by Ryan Fyfe
Andorra, The Principality
of Andorra is a very small, landlocked principality in south-western Europe.
It is located in the Pyrenees mountains, bordered by France and Spain,
and is a very interesting country to travel to.... |
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The
beautiful Andorra la Vella by Jakob Jelling
Andorra la Vella is a very
attractive destination situated in the east side of the Pyrenees, next
to Spain and France. This city is the capital of what is known as the Principality
of Andorra and counts with a very peculiar and diverse population since
about 45% of its inhabitants are Spanish, 11% are Portuguese, 33% are Andorra,
and 7% are French.... |
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An
Overview of Austria for Travelers by Richard Monk
Although Austria is rarely
in the headlines these days, it was once part of a dominant European power.
Following is an overview of this postcard country.... |
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Austria
Off The Beaten Path - Zell am See, Innsbruck and Bad Gastein
by Rick Chapo
Mention Austria and everyone
thinks of Vienna and Salzburg. In addition to great names, Zell am See,
Innsbruck and Bad Gastein are great locations off the beaten path.... |
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Austria
- This Time Try Something Different by Shari Hearn
So you've planned your trip
to Austria. You're going to visit all the popular Austrian sites: Vienna
(no doubt to tour the Sigmund Freud Museum), Innsbruck and Salzburg. And
you'll have a fabulous time... |
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Innsbruck
- Heart of the Mountainous Tirol Region in Austria by Felicity
Walker
Innsbruck, located in the
centre of the Tirol region in Austria, is a mountain lover's paradise.
The Tirol region is surrounded by huge mountain ranges in three directions,
and whether you love winter sports or summer hiking, you're sure to be
satisfied with the choices available... |
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The
Imperial Age Is Alive When You Travel To Vienna by Frank
Johnson
There is no city that encompasses
Western European sophistication and Eastern European culture and charm
quite like Vienna, Austria. Baroque edifices enchant the pristinely kempt
boulevards while sleek restaurants are packed with networking business
suits... |
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To Austria - Your Year-Round Travel Destination by Frank
Johnson
So you want to travel to
Austria. Well, you've made a wise choice. Austria is considered one of
the top year-round travel destinations. Because of its beautiful Alps,
winter sports are quite popular in Austria, providing Austria with high
tourist attendance in the winter and giving you a reason to travel to Austria
any time of the year... |
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| Belgium |
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An
Overview of Belgium for Travelers by Richard Monk
Located on the European
mainland, Belgium often is short-shifted in discussions of Europe. Following
is an overview of Belgium for travelers... |
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Discovering
Antwerp by Joushua James
Located in Flanders, Antwerp
is a historically and culturally important city in Belgium. It's Belgium's
second largest city and Antwerp's port is the country's chief commercial
port... |
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Getting
to know the city of Bruges by Joushua James
Bruges is considered to
be one of the most beautiful towns in Europe. Visitors who come here on
the snow months or December and January can never get enough of the enchanting
and breathtaking snowy landscapes of this city... |
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Traveling
through Belgium's capital city Brussels by Joushua James
Brussels is a city that
more than a thousand years old. It is the capital city of Belgium and is
also referred to as the largest municipality of the Brussels-Capital Region.
It location is prime as it's placed right in the centre of the country.... |
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Visiting
Ghent by Joushua James
Ghent is Belgium's fourth
largest city with about 250,000 inhabitants. The older name for "Ghent"
which is "Ganda" comes from the Celtic word '"Ganda" which means confluence,
according to historians. |
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| Cyprus |
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In addition to being the
third largest island in the Mediterranean, Cyprus offers a wealth of picturesque
destination points to explore. One of the most breathtaking spots is Nicosia
where the last remaining divided capital is unveiled. There is also the
beautiful Paphos resort located on the south west side of the island.... |
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Exploring
Ancient Cyprus by Seb Jay
The Eastern Mediterranean
is a hotbed of human history. From Troy and her famous citizens to the
vast Roman Empire that conquered the region with such panache, many thousands
of years of human drama have unfolded in this small corner of the world.
The island of Cyprus is no exception. Great temples, ancient cities and
magnificent residences merge to provide a collage of life on Cyprus that
stretches back more than 10,000 years.... |
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Flowers
Of North Cyprus by Rolf Ken
Northern Cyprus is awash
with an unusual array of colourful blooms unique to this area, which adds
to the feeling that you really are truly entering paradise every time you
step into this perfect part of an all-round perfect mediterranean island.... |
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Kyrenia:
The Jewel of Northern Cyprus by Rhiannon Williamson
With 340 days of sunshine
a year and the perfect Mediterranean climate it's no wonder thousands of
visitors flock to Cyprus every year to escape the sometimes less forgiving
Northern European climate. Northern Cyprus has all of the prerequisites
for the perfect summer break: sun…lots of! Beautiful sandy beaches,
warm turquoise blue waters to bathe in and a sumptuous mix of the best
of Eastern and Western cuisine... |
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Sample
a diversity of cultures on a fascinating island of Cyprus
by Michael Hanna
Cyprus is indeed a stepping
stone to three continents. Whether you are looking for holiday packed with
activities, historical sights, sunbathing, partying or exploring, Cyprus
has it all. Its array of assets makes it a perfect destination for the
independent traveller... |
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| Denmark |
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Plan
your vacation to Denmark and experience the "Year of the Renaissance"
by Charles Brown
... Denmark, for example,
the country that brought us those ubiquitous plastic toys, Legos; has designated
the entire year of 2006 to be "The Year of the Renaissance..." |
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Tivoli
Gardens by Nedko Kolev
One of Copenhagen's most
famous tourist attractions, the Tivoli Gardens opened in 1843. This highly
popular entertainment park combines all the fun of fairground rides with
fountains and fireworks, concerts and ballets, top-quality restaurants
and fast-food outlets.... |
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| England |
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Liverpool
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Liverpool is home to many
fantastic sightseeing adventures. Traveling north of the city provides
scenic views of botanical gardens, championship golf courses and the local
marina. All of this is found in the town of Southport.... |
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London
theatre breaks are a fantastic way to spend your weekend
by Andrew Regan
As it becomes increasingly
easier and cheaper to travel from one area to another, people in today's
modern world have started taking a number of weekend breaks to various
parts of the country.... |
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Luxury
For Less - London On A Shoestring by Freelance Writer
Selecting London hotels
based on location as well as price can make a London vacation both comfortable
and affordable even on a shoestring budget. There are many hotels located
within an easy walking distance to "The Tube." |
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Luxury
Hotels
The lavish setting that
is Swissotel, The Howard, luxury hotel, is situated in a quiet and peaceful
location overlooking the River Thames. Within walking distance is the lively
and bustling Covent Garden area.... |
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Planning
a relaxing Spa break in Britain? by Martin McAllister
In today's fast-paced and
often hectic modern world, relaxation is the key to maintaining not only
an active and healthy body, but also a fresh and alert mind. Historically
people have chosen to relax in a variety of ways, whether it's by playing
golf, visiting a beautician or even indulging in a bit of retail therapy.
However, a new trend has been emerging among both men and women over the
last decade - that is to chill out by paying a visit to a spa... |
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Quick
guide to booking airport parking at Bristol Airport by
Adi Tobias
We all know when planning
to travel abroad airport parking is possibly the last of our worries. There
are so many tasks to complete and errands to run before we could even consider
thinking about pre-booking our airport parking. However this has been made
easy at one of the UK's fastest growing airports, Bristol International
Airport... |
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Stansted
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Stansted Airport, situated
close to London, is by far the UK’s fastest growing airport with over 14
million travelers passing through its gates each year. Even so, the airport
ranks at number four in terms of London’s busiest airports.... |
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Stratford-upon-Avon
is weird by Derek Miller
The rural town of Stratford-upon-Avon
in Warwickshire, England went for hundreds of years as just that. It was
a country town with a market for the local farmers and traders to sell
their wares, with shops, businesses, trades and agriculture being the usual
income for local people. Situated on the pretty English River Avon and
surrounded by villages of thatched cottages, the people who were born in
Stratford-upon-Avon generally had a pleasant countryside existence. Then
came the craze for Shakespeare... |
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London: The Living Past And The Ever-present by Frank Johnson
London Bridge may have fallen,
but this tenacious society has a knack for bouncing back from just about
anything. Although much of the city's visible history has been wiped out
by centuries of fires, rebuilding and modernization, London is inescapably
a prevailing icon of the global past, present and future. Museums, monuments
and the presence of the Royal Family all maintain an air of London's ancient
and imperial history about the city... |
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To England - A Setting Sun, A Dawning Era by Frank Johnson
The sun may have set on
the English Empire of history books, but by no means is England's worldly
cultural influence waning. The cosmopolitan hot-spots of sophisticated
London and avant-garde Manchester speak to the global future while the
Roman remnants in Bath and Celtic heritage at Stonehenge stand as monumental
tributes to a time past but not forgotten.... |
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Visiting
Liverpool by Car Hire 3000
If you're travelling to
the UK this year, then Liverpool is one city you should certainly consider
visiting... On the west coast of England, Liverpool is famed worldwide
for two major exports, music and Football. Hailing from Liverpool the Beatles
were arguably the greatest band the world has ever known with a string
of number 1's on both sides of the Atlantic, the Beatlemania of the 1960's
had not been seen before and not been repeated since... |
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