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1) The Diverse Attractions of London
Author:
Paul McIndoe
Category:
Travel and Leisure
When visiting London, you can make your break more interesting from exploring the more diverse offerings that the city provides..
Bevis Marks Synagogue in Bishopgate is a good starting point to explore all things different about the United Kingdom's capital city. A long standing part of London, this is in fact Britain's oldest synagogue - built in 1701 - and is the only one in Europe to have held continuous services for over three centuries.
Tucked away in a courtyar...
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2) Discover the Wonders of the Historic Centre of Prague
Author:
Adam Singleton
Category:
Travel and Leisure
One of Europe's smaller capital cities with a population of just over a million, Prague still draws crowds by the millions every year. As a cultural, artistic and historical European centre it is easy to see why this Czechoslovakian city is a tourist hotspot.
Home to one of the world's most impressive collections of architecture, from Art Nouveau and Renaissance to Gothic and Baroque, the historic centre of Prague has been included in the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites an...
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3) Places to Stay in Romantic Vienna
Author:
Andrew Regan
Category:
Travel and Leisure
If you picture Vienna, images often arise of coffee and cakes, graceful waltzes and stately Baroque architecture. As such, in the last century it was a favoured haunt of intellectuals and notables from Sigmund Freud to Gustav Klimt, who glittered in its Art Nouveau café society. These days there is much more to modern Vienna but it remains a luxurious and romantic destination.
Whether you are visiting for an indulgent weekend break or a longer stay, you will discover that this...
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4) Discover a more unusual side to London
Author:
Andrew Regan
Category:
Travel and Leisure
London is a city of many faces. Indeed, effortlessly blending historical sites of interest and top tourist attractions with trendy bars and original street markets, visitors to the city can expect to be truly dazzled by its distinctive sense of style, as well as its countless cultural offerings.
However, for those of you who have already visited London's main attractions, or for those who are seeking adventure, what can the capital offer you? Take a bit of time out to research...
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5) New Year Hotels In The Lake District
Author:
Jenny Andrew
Category:
Travel and Leisure
Getting away in the New Year is getting more popular each year. Many factors could be contributing to this.
A large reason this year is due to the current economic situation. Many people go away for Christmas but it can be costly and at times when things are a little tight, it is a luxury that people may decide to give up. But what about the fact the nights are so dark and Christmas can actually be quite a stressful time of the year. Surely, the perfect time to get away is January?
Taking...
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6) Art and Literature in Cornwall
Author:
Jenny Andrew
Category:
Arts and Entertainment
Cornwall offers an amazing selection of both art and literature including the best of contemporary and modernist art at the St Ives Tate Gallery.
The Barbara Hepworth Museum & Sculpture Gallery is also in St Ives where many of her great works are located, so it's a must for Barbara Hepworth fans, and indeed lovers of modernism and contemporary art.
Move to Penzance and nearby fishing village Newlyn to discover the delights of the Newlyn School of artists at the Penlee House Gallery in Pen...
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7) Switzerland - an all year round holiday destination
Author:
Mike Andrew
Category:
Travel and Leisure
Switzerland is a landlocked alpine country in Western Europe with roughly seven and a half million people and an area of just over forty thousand kilometres square. The country is made up of twenty six states called cantons and it contains three global cities, Geneva, Basel and Zürich. Switzerland is one of the richest countries in the world by per capita gross domestic product, plus Zürich and Geneva have respectively been ranked as having the first and second highest quality of life in the wo...
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8) Destination London
Author:
Mike Andrew
Category:
Travel and Leisure
London is an absolute must for any discerning traveller because as a capital city it has so much to offer from superb places to stay, fantastic restaurants and bars, plus an incredible amount of visitor attractions and places of interest.
The best method of getting around the city is to use the London Underground, which is a metro system serving Greater London and the neighbouring areas. It is the world's oldest underground railway and with two hundred and sixty eight stations and approxima...
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9) The Areas Of Devon And Torquay
Author:
Jenny Andrew
Category:
Travel and Leisure
Torquay Devon, now firmly in the seaside holiday firmament, but with a new modern twist of amenities - the Stay and Hen parties rather like Torquay. R
Torquay is the main hub, often called the 'capital' of the English iviera. The Victorian marks of this seaside resort are still there but Torquay has most certainly evolved with its lively harbour scene, quayside shops and chic cafes and superb marina offering lots of boat trips. Torquay really started to boom after the Neopoleonic Wars, when...
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10) Lake District Restaurants And The Local Cuisine
Author:
Jenny Andrew
Category:
Food and Drink
Cumbria has one of the highest concentrations of quality restaurants outside London.
Whether you are staying in the area or just visiting for the day you will discover a fantastic local cuisine from Michelin starred Lake District restaurants through to excellent traditional public houses, all using locally sourced produce.
Cumbria - the Lake District is well known for its outstanding natural beauty, but the region has so much more to offer including a great selection of high quality Lake...
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11) Hadrian's Wall Accommodation
Author:
Jenny Andrew
Category:
Travel and Leisure
The River Irthing near to Hadrian's Wall and the surrounding fields provide a diverse range of habitats that support much native wildlife.
Foxes, badgers, deer and red squirrels are often seen on the land while the river contains trout and salmon and, reportedly, the odd otter. Birds are also abundant, with curlews, sand martins and dippers regularly spotted.
The farm is managed within an Environmental Stewardship Scheme, which means we use farming practices that are environmentally sens...
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12) Why should you purchase a Gonubie property?
Author:
Jhoana Cooper
Category:
Real Estate
Did you ever hear of Gonubie? It is a small town located in the eastern part of South Africa, somewhere between the Indian Ocean and the river bearing the same name. Recognized as being a bird paradise, Gonubie has become a popular tourist destination and quite appealing for those interesting in retiring to a peaceful place.
If you are curious about the real estate opportunities of Gonubie, then do not hesitate in using the Internet. Browse the web in search of a specialized resource and lo...
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13) Light up your Christmas in London
Author:
Isla Campbell
Category:
Travel and Leisure
London, the capital city of England, is one metropolis that really lights up at Christmas time. And with there being so many festive activities, you'll never be short of something to do - and a lot of them are often free or can cost very little.
One of the best ways to begin your festive season in London is to visit the West End Christmas lights. The switching on of the Christmas lights attracts thousands of revellers each year and has become something of a London Christmas trad...
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14) Experience Selous Game Reserve
Author:
Jenny Andrew
Category:
Travel and Leisure
Selous Game Reserve is the largest wildlife controlled area in Africa, covering fifty five thousand square kilometres, which is comparable to the size of Switzerland. As such Selous can justifiably claim to offer unparalleled wilderness and an amazing safari destination.
The spectrum of wildlife at the Selous Game Reserve is diverse, all the more interesting because its southern location attracts a unique combination of East and Southern African wildlife, both resident and migratory, and par...
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15) Windermere; The Key To True Romance
Author:
Jenny Andrew
Category:
Travel and Leisure
You may have found your loved one recently or decades ago, but one sure fire way to keeps those fires a burning is a visit to the majestic Lake District. Everything one associates with romance is here in great excess. Fantastic Lake District Hotels with plumped pillows and crisp linen; Michelin quality candlelit dining; Hand-holding walks offering splendid panoramas; Spa treatments and massages; Evening cruises down the lake; Cocktails on terraces with fell views; Luxury Picnics with champagne...
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16) Destination Ambleside
Author:
Jenny Andrew
Category:
Travel and Leisure
Ambleside is a very popular and picturesque town situated at the heart of the Lake District National Park, close to the shores of Lake Windermere, which is England's largest lake.
Ambleside itself has become a major tourist resort and one of the most popular bases for exploring the Lake District with an array of excellent shops, restaurants, plus a great choice of Lake District self catering venues including camp sites, bed and breakfasts, hotels and Lake District cottages.
Ambleside is...
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17) The River Thames - still a main arterial route for London
Author:
Isla Campbell
Category:
Travel and Leisure
Despite fanciful and wonderful stories of legendary iron-age kings founding London, including the marvellously named 'King Lud', there is no archaeological evidence to back those claims. Rather, the overwhelming tangible remains point to London being founded by the Romans who made it the capital of their newly-conquered nation almost 2,000 years ago.
It was the River Thames that quite literally brought the Romans to London, by boat. Emperor Claudius' army built their fortificat...
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18) Walking tours: the leisurely way to discover Rome
Author:
Isla Campbell
Category:
Travel and Leisure
Rome is one of Europe's most romantic and cultural capitals. An intoxicating mix of ancient history and superb modern attractions has always drawn millions of visitors annually to this cosmopolitan destination.
In recent times, the HBO series 'Rome' and Scott Ridley's epic film 'Gladiator' released in 2000 have helped re-ignite a keen interest in ancient Rome for many. Both brought early Rome dramatically to life by the use of incredibly life-like special effects that gave a rea...
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19) Luxury apartments, Villas and Farmhouses in Malta
Author:
Arvind Nath
Category:
Travel and Leisure
Malta and Gozo situated in the heart of Mediterranean are blessed with crystal clear sea, sensational scenery and exotic places to visit that amazes tourists from all over the world.
Accommodations in Malta are available with many options including apartments, farmhouses, villas etc. Everyone looks out for accommodation facilities that last luxury, comfort and stunning views in affordable prices.
Whatever your accommodation needs in Malta and Gozo, your options includes apartments and Vi...
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20) Mainz: the hidden gem of Europe
Author:
Isla Campbell
Category:
Travel and Leisure
In a world that is positively bursting at the seams with weird and wonderful places to visit, it can sometimes be easy to overlook other lesser-known destinations that may have so much to offer those who are willing to try somewhere a little different.
Indeed, most people will already know about popular cities such as Paris, Rome and London; in fact such places can sell themselves to prospective visitors by the mere mention of their name alone. However, the world is also full o...
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