Leeds is a lively modern city with plenty to do. Visit stateley homes, ruined abbeys, industrial museums, bird gardens, steam railways or the Royal Armouries. Leeds is a modern, thriving city with superb shopping and an active nightlife. The exclusive…
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Winston Churchill, famous for leading England as prime minister during the Second World War called Chartwell his home from the 1920s until his death. Located in Kent, just outside of London, the house provides magnificent views of surrounding countryside (20…
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Part of U.K.’s national heritage, without which the industrial revolution would never have been so successful, is the canal system. Used as the conduit to transport goods around the country, canals fell into disuse when the railway system came along…
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Nunavut’s Baffin Island boasts 1,600 miles along the east coast where cruise vacationers can travel. This area of the northern arctic houses fewer than 10 communities (most with populations under 1,000) and is a great destination to learn about the…
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Ghosts and legends of famous hauntings abound in England’s most beautiful and ancient castles. Home to royalty and titled families, many play host to documented events of paranormal activities or “direct sightings” by guests, residents, and employees. History buffs and…
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There was a time when the Troubles kept tourists away from Northern Ireland, but today some of the best spas in Europe are to be found here. They range from the Culloden estate at Holywood near Belfast in the east…
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This desert land, where wealth is still measured in camels and nomads wander with their herds across barren dunes in search of water, isn’t an easily-accessible vacation spot. Located on the Atlantic edge of the Sahara desert, Mauritania is just…
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Backpacking with a friend can be a distinctly different experience to that of solo travel; almost as important as deciding where to go is deciding whether to go backpacking solo or with company. Personality Issues to Consider Regarding Solo Travel…
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Tipping is so well established in the United Sates that many US travelers simply follow the customs as they would at home. While this certainly makes restaurant staff happy, it does not always set a good precedent. It is best…
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Interested in seeing Western Canada? A great place to start is Calgary, Alberta. Not only is the city filled with friendly faces eager to offer a warm “hello”, but also the city boasts a variety of unique attractions from the…
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