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The safest airlines in the world... revealed
The news is out... although you're more likely to read about the negative aspects of air travel in the news these days, here is one good story. An Air Transport Rating Agency based in Geneva recently published a report that outlines the safest airline...
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On the radar: Moscow
Moscow has been hounded as one of the most expensive cities in the world. Russians hounded as being unwelcoming. Nothing could be further from the truth. Okay, a hotel room in Moscow can seriously put your travel budget over the edge but flights are super...
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How to fight the end-of-summer holiday blues
Now that the summer holidays are over and the kids are all heading back to school this week, it's time to fight the back-to-work blues as well. The best way to do that is of course to start thinking about your next trip, your next adventure. Here are...
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How safe if your hotel safe?
You've been told 1000x before to always lock your valuable belongings in the room safe at hotels, even more so in hostels when you're sharing a room with sometimes a dozen strangers from around the world. Passport, jewellery, camera, wallet, travel documents......
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Low budget? Head east to Riga
It's not news that Eastern Europe is just as much of a budget destination as it was years ago. If you're looking for a city break, it's usually not the first region you think of taking on but the options are endless and better still, the prices are affordable....
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Introducing Fastjet.... Europe's newest low cost airline
Move aside EasyJet because Fastjet is about to give you a run for your money. Rather unexpectantly, it's EasyJet's founder that is launching the airline that will be its primary rival. Sir Stelio Haji-Ioannou is not in good standing with the airline he...
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Where to catch the best of autumn
It's September. The summer holiday season is officially over as all the kids head back to school and the office perks up as everyone returns from their break abroad or at home. We're moving on to the next season, to autumn and while some may be upset,...
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Top city breaks for couples this fall
Now that fall is upon us, people are turning from summer holidays to autumn weekend city breaks. Fall is the best time to take a day or two off work to check out a new city either solo or with your sweetheart. If you've got kids, time to call up grandma...
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Your travel bucket list: how to
Just like anyone makes a "to-do" list, travellers also do. While theirs includes more than just doing the laundry, picking up prescriptions from the drugstore and the usual errands, travellers create life-long lists of places and experiences they want...
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easyJet's new route: Paris - Copenhagen
British low cost airline, easyJet is launching the first ever low cost service between these two capitals, Paris and Copenhagen. As of today, passengers can start booking flights from Copenhagen to Paris for flights beginning on September 10th, at the...
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5 travel crimes even savvy travellers commit
Think you're a smart traveller? How about a savvy one? Well, when it comes to travelling it's very easy to go a little overboard when it comes time to pack and budget your money. Too many travellers end up spending too much money on things that they don't...
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Egypt for the adventure traveller
Budget jaunts are not only super friendly on the wallet but a great way to find yourself some adventure as well. Egypt is a great place to start fro those looking for a cheap destination, adventure, total culture shock and a chance to get away at a moment's...
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How to plan a romantic getaway in Venice
Everyone says it. Venice is the most romantic city in the world. Of course it's subjective but just one look at this place, how could you not agree? The city's biggest downfall? It's extremely popular and very touristy so how to you enjoy the city's romantic...
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Check-in to your flights with Skype
A Moscow Airport revealed that they will soon allow passengers to check-in to their flights using Skype. Is this the future? The aviation industry is constantly trying to find new ways to make the process faster, easier and more stress-free. This is the...
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Travel advisory issued for Kenya
While Kenya Tourism is trying to calm the crowds, UK's Foreign Office is launchign a travel advisory against the country where two westerners have been attacked and/or abducted in recent weeks. The danger is targeted to coastal areas (the most popular...
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Save on hotels, swap your home
It's safe to say that everyone gets a little creative when money is tight. Britons are taking that even further... to their holiday planning. But it totally makes sense. Just think, instead of staying at a hotel, why not just stay at someone else's home?...
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Take the family: Thanksgiving Day in NYC
Thanksgiving is a favourite American holiday that comes hand in hand with a roast turkey dinner, fresh root vegetables and family. If you're celebrating this North American holiday in New York that also means the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is part...
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Travel with kids: 5 basic tips to get through your holiday
Travelling with kids happens to all of us, that is if you decide to start a family and include them on your holiday. Babies are usually quite easy to handle since they just hang around or enjoy themselves being pushed around a new city. Once they turn...
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Christmas vacations: 3 rules to follow
Planning on travelling abroad this Christmas? What, you haven't thought about it yet? Well, it's about time you did. We are on the brink of November which means that the holiday season is just around the corner! Get our your calendar and start making...
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Rome in winter? For the art of course!
Heading to Rome during its low season, typically from the middle of January to the beginning of March, is a great idea as long as the weather is on your side. You take a risk, gamble a bit with the weather gods but if they cooperate, you're definitely...
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4 tips for planning your RTW route
Planning a round-the-world trip is not easy and probably the hardest part, after the budget, is the route: planning where to start, where to end, which countries to skip and how long to spend in each place. Thankfully you don't have to plan it all before...
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Exploring Heritage Britain this summer
It's easy to forget what's in your own backyard sometimes. We're guilty as charged! You see a hot deal for a beach destination and the tickets are booked before you've had a chance to really look at the calendar. Have you taken the time to really see...
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Toast to 2012 with these great international drinks
New Year's Eve is upon us in a couple short weeks. Have you already sealed your plans for the final night of 2011? Whether you'll be toasting with a million in Time Square in NYC or in Trafalgar Square in London, at home with your family or out with friends......
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The worst things about travelling
We all know why we love to travel so much. It's thrilling to see new cultures, taste new foods, meet new people. It's all new, new, new and exciting. Crossing one country off our bucket list at a time. But come on, admit it. Travel isn't ALL fun and games...
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Street food: fresh, cheap and delicious
If you want an IN with local culture, hit the streets. We're not talking to just sightsee but to eat too. Skip the fancy schmancy dinner reservations and eat the way the locals do. Taste their flavours, keep up with their pace. Street food is the cheapest...