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10 Romantic getaways for a luxury couple’s vacation trip
Couple’s vacations provide the perfect setting to bond with your significant other. They’re a fun way to spark up some romance and discover an exciting new destination at the same time. We’ve created a list of the best places to enjoy a luxurious and romantic couple’s vacation. Whether you’re after a classic European escape or…
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Eastern vs Western Europe: Which one is for you?
When travellers mention their adventures in Europe, we traditionally think first of the great cities of Western Europe. Rome, Paris, Athens and London, even Lisbon and Madrid come to mind. But in recent years, Eastern Europe has become an attractive option for many a tourist. The countries of Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Romania,…
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Europe’s top architectural wonders (and why they are famous)
Europe is home to the most varied architecture in the world. The long list of UNESCO sites in Europe include impressive historical monuments, seaside towns and ancient castles. Call them attractions, call them man-made structures, they make it to the bucket lists of travellers from all over the world. Come with us as we take…
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A slice of history: Italian pizza
Pizza is one of the most popular foods around the globe! In fact, pizza can be found in almost every country in the world. However, the Italians are still the inventors of this much-loved delight. Here’s a bite-size history of Italian pizza… Humble beginnings & strange new fruit We’ve been topping flatbreads with tasty ingredients…
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The Vatican State: A country in the heart of Rome
Even though it’s the smallest country in the world (covering just over 100 acres), the Vatican City is one of the world’s most important religious sites, governed as an absolute monarchy with the pope at its head. Over 5 million people visit the Sistine Chapel inside the Vatican each year. Nestled in the heart of…
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Historic Landmarks: The Leaning Tower of Pisa
The Leaning Tower of Pisa is arguably one of Europe’s most recognisable landmarks – no visit to Italy would be complete without a cheesy photograph of you and your fellow travellers playing with perspective while ‘holding up’ the tower. But what’s the deal with the lean and what was the tower originally intended for? Read…
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Legendary Landmarks: The Rialto Bridge, Venice
One of the highlights of any trip to Venice during a tour of Europe, the Rialto is well-deserving of its ‘legendary’ status. Read on to find out more about this incredible landmark and the history surrounding it. Although there has been a crossing point at this location since at least 1181, the current bridge was…