Top 7 Opera Houses in the World
If your first ever opera or ballet moved you to tears of pure pleasure you’ll be a lifelong fan! And what better hobby than seeking out the very best opera…
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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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Experience the Palio di Siena Horse Race Festival in Italy
The lively and traditional Palio di Siena, aka Il Palio, horse race and pageant is held twice annually on 2 July and 16 August each year in Siena in Italy’s…
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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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Guide to the European Youth Capital Cities
The prestigious title of European Youth Capital is given to one city for 12 months to showcase its culture, social and development in a youth-focussed context. Held since 2009 the…
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Breathtaking scenery and unique extreme sports in Orsomarso in Italy
Orsomarso is a delightful medieval town in the province of Cosenza in the Calabria region of southern Italy. It is completely immersed in the Pollino national park which is rich…
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Travel Warning: Erupting Volcanoes to Watch Out For Right Now
There are currently two active erupting volcanoes causing disruption on flights from North America to Asia and within southern Europe. Mount Cleveland in Alaska erupted three times last Saturday with…
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Top 7 Museums in Europe
There’s nothing quite like really getting to know a place and the best way to do it is to learn about the local culture and heritage. This is where museums…
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Guide to the UNESCO Cities of Music
To date, five world cities have the prestigious honour of being named the UNESCO City of Music. Praised for their musical creativity and activity within music festivals and events, these…
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Best European Cities for Art Nouveau Architecture
Art Nouveau was one of the most popular styles of art, architecture and design at the turn of the 20th century in Europe. It was seen everywhere from the lavish…
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