Travels Around the World
London Paddington is not only one of Britain’s most beautiful stations, but possibly the most beautiful station in the entire world. This Victorian-era railway station, designed by the great British civil engineer…
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Egypt, visited by 15 million tourists each year, is a safe country to travel to, although there are certain safety aspects you should be aware of. Sadly, street hassle is a fact of life in Egypt, and although it can be annoying…
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It’s a real pleasure to travel by train across Turkey, as the country has a good rail network and some amazingly scenic railway lines. The Turkish railway network is rapidly modernising, and the country…
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Although my visit to London was rather brief, I did enjoy a lovely walk through the city, strolling from Westminster to Soho, Hyde Park, and Tyburnia in some fabulously sunny weather…
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The train journey from Spiez to Interlaken might be short, but it provides some fabulous views over Lake Thun and the surrounding mountains. The stretch between Spiez and Interlaken forms part of…
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As I was flying home after an amazing two weeks in Egypt, it was time to reflect on my trip: These were my main impressions and takeaways of travel in Egypt. After almost two weeks in Egypt, during which…
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On a trip to the stunning island of Kastellorizo, I learned more about the remarkable life of Despina Achladiotou, an elderly hermit woman better known as the Lady of Ro, and who became a national hero of Greece…
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Travelling by train is a great way to see the magnificent cultural and natural sights of Bulgaria. Whether you’re travelling to major Bulgarian cities like Sofia, Plovdiv, and Veliko Tarnovo…
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If all you need is a quick meal or some drinks, the Austrian Senator Lounge at the Schengen concourse of Vienna Airport Terminal 3 is a solid choice, but it does become boring quickly if you have a longer layover…
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Fly during the summer high season to Indonesia, with cheap return flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Jakarta costing only €299…
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