Top 10 Favourite Holiday Destinations Revealed
The official visitor numbers for every country in the world have just been released by the United Nations which reveals the top 10 most popular tourist spots on earth! So…
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How to say “Hello” in 30 Languages
Learning a few words of the local language can go a long way, even if it’s just as basic as “hello”, locals will be touched that you made the effort.…
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Booker Prize Longlist 2013 Announced; How many can you read?
Each year I always set myself the enjoyable task of reading ALL the novels that make up the annual Booker longlist, before the winner is announced – after all, summer…
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Top 5 Most Popular UK Tourist Attractions: In Pictures
The top 5 most visited tourist attractions in the UK last year have just been revealed, and it’s no great surprise that all 5 are in London, following the spectacular…
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Guide to the European Capital of Sport Cities 2001 to 2015
Each year since 2001, a European city has been selected to host the prestigious ‘Capital of Sport’ title, marking a year of special sporting events and inclusive activities. This is…
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Guide to the Hill Forts of Rajasthan in India
The Rajasthan region of India is known as the Land of Kings, and it’s a great part of the country to visit for its stunning landscapes, rich culture and deep…
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14 New UNESCO World Heritage Sites for 2013
The latest properties to be added to the UNESCO World Heritage list for 2013 have just been announced and include 9 cultural and 5 natural sites; Cultural UNESCO World Heritage…
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Top 7 Largest Deserts in the World: In Pictures
Deserts have long captured the imaginations of great explorers, drawn to the vast arid plains that hold a great deal of mysticism. With remote villages, traditional desert dwellers and little-travelled…
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Top 7 Highest Mountain Peaks in Europe
Challenge yourself to a rewarding climb to the peak of one of the highest mountains in Europe and earn some bragging rights into the bargain! Mont Blanc, France and ItalyEurope’s…
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European Capital of Culture 2013 to 2017: In Pictures
Each year since 1985, the finest cities have been selected to host the prestigious European Capital of Culture, including Florence, Copenhagen and Liverpool. This year and in future years, two…
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