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The Belle Époque in Paris

There’s a special aura about Paris. The City of Light has that intangible thing that we feel and makes us realise that this isn’t just any ordinary city. During our stay in Paris apartments we notice that walking out on [...]

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5 Awesome Facts About France

With my trip from Asia to Europe impending (Kazakhstani visa granted today!) I’m starting to get really excited about all the destinations to hit up in my home continet. I’ve never really traveled that much around Europe but I’m so [...]

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The 5 Most Romantic Destinations in the World

After paying over the odds for a Valentine’s dinner in Bangkok last week, I thought I’d continue in the same vein and get all loved up with 5 sexy places around the world. If you’re trying to lure your sweatheart [...]

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Where to Ski in 2012

With more than 200 resorts to choose from in Japan, France and the US and hundreds more in Germany and Austria to boot, skiers are spoilt for choice. (http://www.onthesnow.com/regions.html) Whether you’re planning group ski holidays or a solo snow adventure [...]

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Outdoor activities in Paris

Paris is a huge city where, like all big cities, most tourist activities revolve around visiting museums and monuments. Here are some alternative things to do in the City of Light: When we think of things to do in Paris [...]

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Favourite spots in romantic Northern France

As a kid I spent many happy holidays in Northern France, but it was only when I jumped on a ferry to France with my wife decades later that I appreciated just how wonderfully romantic many of its lovely old [...]

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The Ferry from England to France: Five things you never knew

I know, I know another post about awesome boats, what can I say – it’s the best way to travel!! Anyway, jumping on board the ferry to France is one of the best ways to make the short trip across [...]

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A Quick Guide to Backpacking in Paris

Paris oozes culture, sophistication and style which is why it is so often the highlight of a trip around Europe. With so many monuments, museums and old architecture to feast your eyes on, you’ll find it difficult to leave (until [...]

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