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Get Involved with the International Day of Monuments and Sites

Each year on 18 April the International Day of Monuments and Sites is celebrated around the world as we are all encouraged to explore heritage sites and monuments both locally…

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Explore Brasilia: UNESCO World Heritage City

Unveiled as the new capital of Brazil in 1960, Brasilia is a modern planning marvel and forms the shape of an airplane from above. The Oscar Niemeyer designed architecture helped…

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World Events and Festivals

Celebrate International Mother Language Day: 21 February 2014

Did you know that each year on the 21st February the world looks to their roots in celebration of the International Mother Language Day which was established by UNESCO in…

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Destination Inspiration

5 European Destinations to Visit While They’re Still Cheap

These five European destinations are incredibly appealing: oodles of culture, fascinating cities and they’re all cheap… for now that is – get here quick – your wallet will thank you.…

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Top 7 Cultural Sights in Slovenia

In celebration of Prešeren Day – Slovenia’s national cultural holiday on 8 February 2014– we take a look at the top ten unmissable cultural sights in Slovenia. Prešeren Square, Ljubljana…

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Travel Resources

Luxury in St Lucia at Sugar Beach

Of all the St Lucia resorts Soufriere is one of the most stunning. Backed by the Pitons, two giant volcanic plugs rising above the plantations and a UNESCO World Heritage…

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Cultural Capitals of the Baltic States

Made up of charming Estonia, vibrant Lithuania and cultural Latvia, the three countries that make up the Baltic States all have something unique to offer. And the real icing on…

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Travel Resources

The Bay of Roses, Member of the Most Beautiful Bays in the World Club

Since 2011, the Bay of Roses has been included in the Most Beautiful Bays in the World Club, a distinction which carries with it the endorsement of UNESCO. The club…

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Destination Inspiration

10 Hottest Travel Destinations for 2014

It’s that time of year again: winter is in sight and thoughts turn to next year’s holidays! So where will be hot and happening in 2014? Feel free to add…

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Destination Inspiration

Top 7 Things to do in Madeira

The lush sub-tropical archipelago of Madeira is close enough to Europe to be convenient, yet close enough to Africa to be culturally diverse with a wealth of things to do…