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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Top 5 Things to do in Glasgow UK

At the start of the 19th century, the Glasgow was one of the richest cities in Europe. During the Industrial Revolution in Glasgow the manufacturing of cotton, glass, paper, soap…

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Top 5 Things to do in Guimaraes Portugal

The Portuguese city of Guimarães is often heralded as where “Portugal was born”, thanks to a wealth of history. From the beautiful palace to the commanding castle, it’s no wonder…

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Top 7 Amazing Things to do in Amsterdam in 2014

The mere mention of Amsterdam conjures up images of a hedonistic city, where anything goes and that café culture. But beneath the bold exterior there’s a wealth of family-friendly activities…

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Top 10 things to do in Madrid Spain

The capital city of Spain, Madrid, is brimming with understated sophistication, from the superb art galleries, lively nightlife scene and delicious authentic tapas creations. Madrid hosted the European Capital of…

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Top 7 Things to do in Berlin Germany

The city of Berlin has emerged as a glamorous and cultural city break destination, with plenty going on around the clock. By day there’s top museums and popular art galleries…

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Guide to the European Capital of Culture Cities 1985 to 2013

Being awarded the prestigious European Capital of Culture tag is highly coveted and has the power to catapult a little known town or city into the limelight. It’s an opportunity…

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Top 7 Things to do in Marseille France

The historical port city of Marseille will co-host the European Capital of Culture in 2013 and France’s second city (after the capital of Paris) is perfectly poised to showcase its…

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Guide to the European Capital of Culture 2013

I bet you can’t name the city that will hold the prestigious title of European Capital of Culture for 2013 can you? Actually there are two cities that will share…

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Top 7 Things to do in Kosice Slovakia

The city of Košice, aka “The City of Peace” is joint holder of the prestigious title of European Capital of Culture for 2013 (along with Marseille in France). Košice is…

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