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Philadelphia Realises Arts and Culture Vision
2012 may signal the end of the Mayan calendar but it is all about the future in the city of brotherly love as Philadelphia unveils a host of exciting attractions and exhibitions including the long-awaited opening of the Barnes Foundation. ... Full story
Football Short Breaks - Theatre of Dreams
MANCHESTER UNITED SUPPORTERS’ HOTEL & MATCH TICKET PACKAGE Experience the action as the 2012 season builds up to an exciting and dramatic finale. Join 75,000 fans in the Theatre of Dreams to see Manchester United in action against Premiership or European opposition. Tour operator, Travel Solutions, is offering a football break for only £139.00 (single supplement £35) including ... Full story
London 2012 - held to ransom by tube workers!
The Olympic Games are around the corner and it was only a matter of time before the left wing loonies who run the transportation unions decided to hold the capital and nation to ransom. A time when many thousands of people from around the UK are volunteering to do their bit to help ensure the success of the games; London Underground workers see it as an opportunity to demand more money because it might be a bit busier than normal and some of them might have to work some extra hours! In a climate of economic meltdown when over two million people in the UK are out of work I find it frankly offensive that this attitude is actually supported by anyone. ... Full story
Edinburgh - a City with Royal connections
Edinburgh is a delightful city to visit at any time of year; it is small and intimate enough to allow visitors to roam through its streets absorbing its architecture and ambience. Though if time is short, or the terrain too challenging, a great way of getting an overview of the City is to take a bus tour - several companies offer these - and it is possible to buy a day ticket which allows you to hop on and off at will. Visitor numbers reach their peak in August during the Edinburgh Festival and only the unwary arrive in the city at this time of year without having booked accommodation well in advance. ... Full story
Cardiff - Capital of Wales
Cardiff, capital of Wales. From the chic, cosmopolitan waterfront with its 13 miles of bars, restaurants and scenic walks, to the sleet soaked valleys, Cardiff holds a host of exciting experiences for you to discover should you decide to visit the home of The Dragons Lair and a refreshing pint of Brains. ... Full story
York - The Capital of the North
Move over NYC, the tranquil and beautiful city of York, North Yorkshire, offers the unforgettable experiences you crave from a weekend break, without the Sex and the City price tag. The historic core of York has become the epicenter of its vibrant tourism trade. Each year, hundreds walk the pristine gardens, and casually stroll alongside the idyllic river-side paths making up this wonderful city. The bustle of York city centre will entice and attract you, with many small boutiques holding undiscovered wonders for you to buy, whilst the constant stream of friendly locals will always be willing to help if you are lost, or just need a recommendation of where to visit next. ... Full story
Light Up Your Life in Leeds
The colder days and darker nights may be setting in “up north” but this doesn’t stop the hubbub of Leeds life. With the World Curry Festival, “Light Night” and Leeds International Film Festival quickly approaching, it’s time to consider what else Leeds can offer in terms of autumnal entertainment. Living in Leeds all my life, I never considered it a tourist destination; but when a foreign friend asked me what Leeds had to offer as a city break I realised that it truly lives up to its name as the capital city of the North. From specialist boutiques to waterside cafes; markets to museums and converted factories to high rise office buildings there is always something to amuse you in Leeds. Since the industrial revolution Leeds has been at the forefront of urban development and this has not changed today. It is the UK’s largest centre for business, legal and financial services outside of London and this prestige is reflected in the high calibre facilities it has to share. ... Full story
Kainuu
Kainuu in northern Finland is a truly unique destination with a particular focus on activities and nature. In the summer there are numerous activities including walking or biking along hundreds of miles of guided trails, canoeing, fishing and bear watching. A thick majestic covering of snow in the winter makes it the ideal destination for winter sports enthusiasts of all standards. ... Full story
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Huntsville - a touch of southern comfort.
The city of Huntsville, nestled amongst the hills of north Alabama, is certainly not the backwater southern town that I perhaps expected. It manages to combine a delightful historical old-town with a state of the art high-tech modern city built around the U.S. space programme. ... Full story
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