photo My parents arrived today. Apart from visiting their two grandchildren and attending my sister's wedding, they also plan to see the landmarks in Europe. First on the list is Paris, we plan to...
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[photo source] Turku (also known as Abo in Swedish) is at its most attractive in the summer. It's the only time when the whole city that is built around the mouth of the river Aura comes alive as...
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[photo source] Maribor is a small University town which lies near the Slovenian border to Austria. It used to be under the rule of the Austrian Habsburgs and was claimed by both Austria and Yugoslavia...
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A barge is a flat-bottomed boat that is used mainly for river and canal transport of heavy goods. Barges, however, have also been converted into hotels. Staying in a Hotel Barge would be a great way...
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If you have yet to visit scotland, one of the four constituent countries of the UK, next weekend is the perfect time to do so. As Karen of Europe A La Carte has pointed out, Historic Scotland is...
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A special experience awaits those who choose to stay in one of the many Historical Hotels of Europe. Historic Hotels of Europe has a diverse collection of more than 1000 châteaux, manors, convents,...
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The Love Boat type of cruising is definitely passé. Nowadays, cruise lines have tons of other things to entertain travelers. And I am not talking about ballroom dancing. So, Norwegian Cruise Line has...
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Belgium is yet another European country where you can let your hair down and take part in the festivities. Of course, if you're going to go to Belgium for the carnival, you might as well...
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One of the most interesting European festivities held every February is the Carnival (Carnevale or Fasnacht). Carnevale can be literally translated as "meat farewell". An apt name as the...
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Don your costumes and shout "Kölle Alaaf!" at the Carnevale in Cologne, the biggest carnival in Germany. Traditionally, the Carneval in Cologne starts on the 11th of November at 11:11. The...
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Diana Ross has been godmother of a lift since 1998. And now, a new chairlift is being named after singer/songwriter James Blunt. Apparently, James Blunt is planning to take his £5 million earnings...
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Part I - Skiing in Zermatt Part II - Skiing in Cervinia Cervinia is on the sunny Italian side of Monte Cervino otherwise known as Matterhorn, the most famous mountain in the European Alps....
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The most famous mountain in the European Alps is Matterhorn, also referred to as Monte Cervino (Italian) or Mont Cervin (French). It lies on the border between Switzerland and Italy, towering over the...
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Yes, you are an adult and, unlike Virginia, you already know the truth about Santa Claus. Despite that, I am sure you can still be young enough (at heart, at least) to enjoy a Santa-themed winter...
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Switzerland is the original winter holiday destination. Yes, it is more expensive but you can DEFINITELY expect the price to equal your expectations of how the amenities, facilities and service should...
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Northern Lights or aurora Borealis is like a light show across the sky. This natural phenomenon is due to charged particles from the sun that causes air molecules and atoms to light up whenever it...
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Tired of all the commercialism which seems to surround Christmas-time? Why not head to nearby Germany and get that Christmas spirit in a more traditional way? The Germans mark the beginning of...
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It was in November 3, 1966 when Venice was devasted by floods brought on by a violent storm. This calamity has inspired Sir Ashley Clarke to protect the cultural heritage of Venice by establishing The...
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[photo source] charmed by the city of lights? Dreaming of living amidst all the chic Parisiens and see beauty 24/7? You are not alone. In 43things, "live in paris" have been tagged hundreds...
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Luxe City Guides are, imho, the funkiest guides ever. They're updated, accurate and entertaining to read. The fact that they are so handy is a bonus. "Each hip, smart and stylish pocket-sized...
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[photo source] With the increasing number of culinary tours and cooking classes, it is obvious that people DO TRAVEL FOR FOOD. Joining gourmets/epicureans are simple folks who just need a simple...
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Soon enough, the sun will be hiding behind all the clouds in the sky. But, hey, before you adjust to life without sun for the next months, why not have your last hurrah by partying the sun away in...
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photo source The Beatles is one of the (if not "the) most successful music group in pop history. Even if it has been years since the world has heard the group play, there are still many fans all...
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With the recent air travel threat, a lot of us who need to go take a break would rather not have to face all the chaos at the airport. Well, we don't have to. One does not need to fly......
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