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1) The Marvellous Markets of London
Author:
Adam Singleton
Category:
Travel and Leisure
London is a city that's proud of its markets and justifiably so, as the trade dates back to medieval times and is as vibrant and varied as the city itself. With around 83 major street markets in London you'll be spoilt for choice when shopping for anything and everything from antiques and exotic ingredients, to retro fashions and crafts.
London's huge choice of emporiums and unique street markets will land you in shopping heaven. Therefore why not give your senses a treat and...
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2) Five London Attractions You Cannot Afford To Miss
Author:
Daniel Collins
Category:
Travel and Leisure
As the largest city in Western Europe and with a metropolitan area that encompasses over 14 million people from across the globe, London truly is one of the most dynamic, vibrant and interesting cities in the world. With so many unique attractions to visit it can be difficult to choose which are the most deserving of your attention, but the following five are attractions that you perhaps cannot afford to miss on a London holiday.
One of the most popular attractions, Buckingham Palace attrac...
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3) Exploring Some of the Best Attractions in Rome
Author:
Adam Singleton
Category:
Travel and Leisure
According to popular legend, the city of Rome owes its origins to the twins, Romulus and Remus. Following a dispute between Romulus and Remus, Romulus murdered Remus and gave the city its name. From there, the city grew into the administrative centre of an empire which stretched from Britain to Mesopotamia, and at one time was the largest, richest and most important city in the entire Western World.
Today a holiday in Rome can prove very fascinating, thanks to the varied range...
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4) Uncovering the Five Boroughs of New York City
Author:
Isla Campbell
Category:
Travel and Leisure
Of course, commonly known as the city that never sleeps, New York enjoys a fame and popularity that is normally reserved for capital cities. The epicentre of popular culture, America's 'Big Apple' is instantly recognisable for its impressive skyline and bright yellow taxis. But when deciding where to visit in New York, it's important to examine each of New York's five boroughs; all of them offering a unique experience to the New York visitor.
The borough of Queens boasts an in...
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5) Visiting LA on a shoestring
Author:
Isla Campbell
Category:
Travel and Leisure
With a metropolitan area that is home to more than seventeen million people, spanning from across the globe and speaking more than a hundred languages, Los Angeles (LA) is one of the most dynamic and exciting cities to visit in the United States. As the worldwide centre for the entertainment industry, LA can prove to be an expensive city, but it is important to understand that many of LA's best attractions are free.
One of LA's best known and most popular attractions is the Hol...
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6) Paris: The most popular destination in the world
Author:
Isla Campbell
Category:
Travel and Leisure
Paris began its life as a simple Celto-Roman settlement known as Lutetia on the Ile de la Cite. Today the Ile de la Cite is occupied by the Cathedral de Notre Dame, famously shown in the 1923 film "The Hunchback of Notre Dame". As the Roman Empire crumbled, a new leadership was founded and in 508 CE Paris came into the hands of Clovis of the Franks, considered by the French to be their first king, and the birth of Paris as we know it today. As one of the world's most popular tourist destin...
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7) Edinburgh on a Budget
Author:
Paul Scottyn
Category:
Travel and Leisure
There are many attractions to see and things to do in Edinburgh, but the downside is that some of those activities can be quite expensive. Visitors have to pay admission fees to most places of interest like Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace.
However, there are a number of things which budget travelers can do in order save money on their trip - and then afford to see these sights!
Accommodation
Firstly, it makes sense to book a bed or a room at an <a href="http://www.hostelbookers.c...
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8) Relaxing In London
Author:
Andrew Regan
Category:
Travel and Leisure
London is one of the most vibrant and entertaining cities in the world. If you are planning a visit there in the near future, you can be assured that you won't run short of things to do - however long your stay might be for. But there will be times when you want to just relax and enjoy the city without rushing to and fro between the major attractions; despite its reputation for being a city that never sleeps, it is possible to find such things to do in London.
It certainly has i...
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9) Florida: Discover the Animal Attractions
Author:
Victoria Cochrane
Category:
Travel and Leisure
What is the first thing you think of when someone mentions Florida? Walt Disney World is probably one of the main things. But to many people Florida is also about the Everglades, and the numerous examples of the wildlife that can be found there.
The Everglades themselves need to be seen to be believed. One of the best ways to see many of the animals and birds that live there is to take a boat tour. And if getting up close and personal with the alligators is something you have al...
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10) Planning a Foreign Holiday with a Difference
Author:
Isla Campbell
Category:
Travel and Leisure
If you are planning a trip to Sri Lanka in the near future, make sure you factor in a stay in Colombo while you are there.
While Colombo isn't set up to appeal purely to the traveller and holidaymaker, that is one of its charms. It means you get to see a foreign city exactly as it is, instead of being made to appeal to tourists. So what is there to look forward to?
One of the most popular things to do is to go on a city tour. These are always well worth the money...
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11) Superb Reasons For Visiting Brussels
Author:
Victoria Cochrane
Category:
Travel and Leisure
Indeed, every city in the world has its own reasons for drawing in the visitors. It could be the weather, the sights and sounds, or even the activities that it offers. But when it comes to Brussels, it has so much to offer that you couldn't pin it down to a single reason.
However, one of the top attractions has to be the number of chocolatiers that you can visit. Mary Chocolatier has been going for almost ninety years, and is an absolute must if you have a sweet tooth. Each...
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12) Ten Top Edinburgh Attractions
Author:
Paul Scottyn
Category:
Travel and Leisure
Located in the southeast of Scotland on the Forth estuary, Edinburgh is the country's second-largest city after Glasgow and, as the cultural as well as political capital, has much to offer travelers.
Although there are lots of attractions in the city, it is the Edinburgh Castle which dominates the city's skyline. Set atop Castle Rock, it looms over the city below (including the Edinburgh hostels). Its buildings include the 12th century St Margaret's Chapel - the oldest surviving structure i...
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13) Enjoy a cheap break in the UK
Author:
Paul McIndoe
Category:
Travel and Leisure
Are you desperate for a break but don't feel as if you can afford it? Have you run out of holiday time at work to take a week off?
If that sounds like you then you'll be pleased to know that even spending just a couple of days away from home can recharge your batteries and leave you feeling ready for anything. People tend to be so intent on booking holidays abroad that they forget just how much Britain has to offer us in the way of sights and scenery, and it doesn't have to cost...
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14) Disneyland Paris Theme Park In France
Author:
Martyn Davis
Category:
Travel and Leisure
Disneyland is the ultimate place to take your children for fun, fantasy and an exciting time they will never forget and with the Disneyland Resort Paris being accessible to over 300 million people that can fly there in under two hours and around 60 million people that can get there with not more than a 4 hour drive, it is the perfect destination for anyone living in Europe.
Plans to build a Disney park in Europe were first discussed in the 1970's, yet construction did not begin until the 198...
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15) Answering Your Museum Questions
Author:
Mike Selvon
Category:
Arts and Entertainment
There is nothing quite as awe inspiring as to stroll through a museum and witness someone else's hard work and dedication to continuing a collection. It may be a museum of cereal boxes or one entirely devoted to Renaissance painters.It does not matter what the museum hosts as its collection, there is someone out there that wants to see it. This article will cover the essentials of what a museum is and how museums play such a fundamental role in today's society.What is the histo...
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16) Purchasing Your Disney World Tickets? Want to See the Magic Kingdom Too?
Author:
Christopher J
Category:
Travel and Leisure
If you are contemplating going on a family vacation to Disneyworld, you will definitely want to purchase Disney World tickets for Disney's Magic Kingdom. This park, which was the first part of Disneyworld to open, dates back to 1971. It is full of adventure and fun, and houses many of Disney's famous lands. The lands found within the Magic Kingdom include Liberty Square, Fantasyland, Tomorrowland, Adventureland, Main Street, and Frontierland, as well as the Fair at Mickey Mouse's Toon Town....
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17) The Accomplishments of the American Museum of Natural History
Author:
Mike Selvon
Category:
Arts and Entertainment
A museum is a terrific place to wander around on those days when you have a few hours to kill, and a visit will often inspire people and set them to ponder many different aspects of life and the world. There are a variety of museums that are dedicated to a wide range of different themes and these themes are often given life in amazing ways through the collections of art and artifacts that are on display. One of the best known is the American Museum of Natural History.The American Muse...
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18) The Metropolitan Museum of Art Has Great Influence on Art's History
Author:
Mike Selvon
Category:
Arts and Entertainment
When making plans to visit New York City, whether for a family vacation or for a business trip, it is difficult not to run across plenty of information and promotions about the Metropolitan Museum of Art. This world-class museum is one of the largest anywhere, as well as being one of the best known, and it is where some of the most wonderful collections of fine art anywhere in the world are housed.The collections that are housed in this New York museum are comprised of more than two m...
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19) Hotels in the Lake District
Author:
Hotels on Lake Windermere
Category:
Travel and Leisure
The Lake District is also known as the Lakeland, and is a rural area in the North-West England. The place is very popular for its mountains and lakes, thus justifying the nickname. It also holds historical significance since it has associations with the poetry of the nineteenth century, and also with writings of the Lake Poets and William Wordsworth. Tourism has actually become a major attraction of the park, and...
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20) Investing in Dubai Real Estate
Author:
William King
Category:
Real Estate
The Real Estate market of Dubai has changed this industry segment with its explosive growth. If you are planning to invest then this is the ideal time to do so.
Dubai has caused some remarkable changes to the Real Estate and development industry all over the world. Dubai is a place that offers a great combination of the tranquility found only in the desert and the lively bustle of bazaars and several attractions for visitors, residents, and workers from all walks of life. Dubai is the leadin...
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