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Things to Do in Prague

The largest city in the Czech Republic is well-known for its amazing architectural gems and fascinating streets that one simply can’t miss. No wonder Prague attracts thousands of tourists each year. If you are planning to visit Prague sometime soon, here are some of the top things that you must do in this startling city. [...]

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Ferragosto in Rome

La Vita e Bella! Indeed, Rome is one of the most fascinating holiday destinations one can possibly imagine. But choosing the perfect season to visit this wonderful Italian city can be quite a big challenge! If you’re looking for a memorable experience both for you and your family then Ferragosto is a must! ‘The Feast [...]

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Preston: History and Culture of Britain’s 50th City

When the Queen celebrated 50 years on the throne, the historical market town of Preston beat off competition from 26 other English towns and was awarded Golden City status. So what makes Preston so great? And how much do we know about Lancashire’s largest city? Exciting History Although it now enjoys city status, Preston has [...]

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Tuscany for the Painters

Trying to discover your passion is a real necessity for one’s mind and body. Stress and daily worries neglect the needs our soul has and we end up feeling lost and empty. The best part is that nothing is incurable. The path of self discovery is closer than you think. A wonderful holiday could be [...]

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Top 5 Holidays for Art Lovers

These top art lover’s holidays will have you screaming for your watercolours in no time. You must check these travel items on your bucket list. Paris, France The French capital offers a great treat of treasures for the art lover, all set in glamorous surroundings. The Louvre gallery holds the famous Mona Lisa. The gallery [...]

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Kent: The UK’s Best Beach Destination?

Although the natural beauty of popular UK destinations such as Devon, Cornwall and Wales, cannot be denied, the splendour of coastal South East England cannot be understated either. Thanks to the picturesque beach town of Margate, the UK now boasts one of the ‘Top Ten Destinations in the World’ according to the Rough Guide. In [...]

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March – A Month of Events for Food Lovers in the Algarve

One of the best parts of any holiday is sampling the local cuisine, and you’re in for a real treat if you’re planning on taking cheap flights to Portugal with airlines like Jet2.com this March, when a number of food-themed events are taking place in the Algarve. No matter what your taste you’ll find an [...]

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Children-Friendly Activities and Events

Do something different this half term and take the kids on some really wild and interesting adventures! There are literally hundreds of things to choose from, and plenty of places to go and visit. From horse-riding and cycling to paintballing and even white water rafting, there is definitely something for all the family to enjoy. [...]

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Top 3 thrill seeking British adventures

Despite the image of the UK as a gentile island, the region in the west of Europe is home to some incredible adventures that can satisfy even the most daring of thrill seekers. From rock climbing to surfing and hiking to camping the British Isles has it all. Here are three of the best adventures [...]

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Majorca: A Brief History

It’s thought that Majorca is over 150 million years old, having originally been attached to mainland Spain. The island has a fascinating history that tourists can delve into when visiting, as there are numerous historic attractions in Majorca. Prehistoric times Evidence shows that Majorca was inhabited in the Paleolithic period (6000–4000 BCE); in fact you [...]

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