Posts Tagged ‘ europe ’

The View from Europe – Dominican Today

September 3, 2010
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The View from Europe Dominican Today However, the true significance of their visit which will be led by the Chairman of the Caribbean Tourism Organisation, Antigua's Minister of Tourism, ... and more??
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London to Stavanger by road

September 3, 2010
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Ferries have ceased from Britain to Scandinavia, but Debbie Lawson takes an alternative slow route north on a camping road trip along Norway's stunning south coast When the last direct ferry between Britain and Norway set sail in 2008 , severing a historic maritime link between the two countries, it also called time...
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Exploring the history of the Greek island of Naxos

September 2, 2010
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As the history fan approaches the port of Naxos Town standing on deck the ferry, he or she will rejoice: it can already be seen from a distance that nearly 2000 years of history represented by some stunning monuments, can easily be explored and enjoyed within walking distance of each other. Sure, some legwork...
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Wanderfly.com beta invites for Gadling readers

August 31, 2010
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Wanderfly.com beta invites for Gadling readers

Filed under: Africa , Asia , Europe , North America , Oceania , South America , Antarctica , Internet Tools , News , Middle East , Central America , Caribbean We hate to break it to you, but there's only a week left in summer. Why not get a jump on planning ...
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Great deals on attractions during Scottish Archaeology Month

August 31, 2010
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Great deals on attractions during Scottish Archaeology Month

Filed under: Arts and Culture , History , Learning , Europe , United Kingdom September is Scottish Archaeology Month , and the land of kilts and haggis is gearing up for four weeks of free talks, tours, and events highlighting the region's rich heritage. The special month is part of Visit Scotland's new...
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Notting Hill Carnival 2010, London

August 30, 2010
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Notting Hill Carnival 2010, London

Since 1966 every year the streets of West London come alive, with the sounds and smells of Europe's biggest street festival! Living in UK for almost 2 years, I attended this great event for the first time in my life! It was something ...
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Photo of the Day (8.28.2010)

August 28, 2010
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Photo of the Day (8.28.2010)

Filed under: Europe , United Kingdom , Photo of the Day A peaceful and powerful scene from Orkney Island, Scotland. When I look at these rocks and think about how long they've been there, I picture them with roots connecting them to each other while keeping them grounded. I mean, really. They've been...
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Cruising Greenland: An inconvenient, but worthwhile trip

August 27, 2010
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Cruising Greenland: An inconvenient, but worthwhile trip

Filed under: North America , Ecotourism , Cruises In 2007, it was possible to board a flight in Baltimore and set foot fewer than five hours later in Kangerlussuaq, Greenland's largest commercial airport. From Kangerlussuaq, it was a short hop to board Hurtigruten's (a Norwegian cruise company) Fram to...
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Reminder: Enter Now to Win an All You Can Jet Pass from JetBlue and Jaunted

August 25, 2010
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Reminder: Enter Now to Win an All You Can Jet Pass from JetBlue and Jaunted

Have you entered our super easy contest to win a JetBlue All You Can Jet pass ? If not, you've got until 11:59pm EST tonight to click here and leave a comment. That's it. No essays or extracurricular work required because we want to get the winner of the pass ...
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Day Trips from Dubrovnik

August 23, 2010
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After you’ve explored Dubrovnik’s old town, it’s time to explore the surrounding regions. Dubrovnik is within close proximity of a number of beautiful islands and towns, where you can enjoy natural beauty, history and culture, and the best local food and wine. These stops ...
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