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The Top 15 Places To See in Istanbul
Istanbul is a city like no other, with an incredible rich history that dates back to the 6th millennium BC. Once the largest city in the world during the Ottoman Empire rule, it had an envious strategic and economic position that linked the trade routes between Europe and Asia. Istanbul is the fifth largest city in the world and is currently home to around 14 million people. Istanbul was previously known as Constantinople, named after it’s conquerer, Constantine the Great. Constantinople served as the new Eastern Capital of the Roman Empire. This city has many cultural influences (evidenced on many monuments) over the centuries due to being conquered by the…
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Things to know before you travel
Things to know before you travel Are you travelling overseas? Whether you are a first time traveller or you just require a little refresher – here is what you should not leave to the last minute before you travel. Often we are so excited about purchasing our plane tickets that sometimes we may overlook a few other important elements to travel, such as visa requirements, travel insurance and vaccinations. Being prepared will save you unnecessary worry and get your holiday off to a flying start. Passports Have your passport in order! It is the most important document you require for overseas travel and without one you will not be able to…
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Taronga Zoo with Sydney’s skyline view
Taronga Zoo with Sydney’s skyline view, is Australia’s most famous and the most visited Zoo by tourists from around the world. Now what makes this zoo so special is it’s prized location along the shores of Sydney Harbour. The zoo is located in an elevated position that takes in the most stunning views of Sydney’s city skyline. Even the Aboriginal word ‘Taronga’ means beautiful view and once you are there, it’s easy to see why. So grab your camera and start snapping away at not only the animals but the view in the background too. The zoo has around 2,600 animals which is mainly dedicated to Australia’s unique native animals. Here you…
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Amazing festivals in Australia that you must see to believe
Are you heading to the land down under? If so then it’s worth timing your visit to coincide with one of these amazing festivals in Australia. New Years Eve in Sydney When it comes to New Years Eve events around the world then Sydney, Australia is hands down the best of the best! With over one billion people watching world wide and over one and a half million watching from the harbour foreshore, this makes Sydney the most watched fireworks display in the world! Where else in the world would you rather be celebrating NYE than in Sydney! If it’s not on your bucket list then it should be! The…
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Essential Sydney: the must see sites of this vibrant city
Sydney is Australia’s most famous harbour city, receiving a staggering 25 million visitors from around the world each year. If you are visiting for the first time then you are in for a treat as there is plenty to see and do in this vibrant city and if you are a return visitor then there is always something new to discover. Sydney is easily navigated on foot, with most tourist attractions located in the CBD. If you prefer to save your feet then the city circle train and the hop on hop off bus are good options for getting you from one side of town to the other. Here is…
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5 must see places to add to your New York itinerary
Just mention “New York” and what may come to mind is the iconic tourist sites such as the Empire State building, the Statue of Liberty and Central park. If you are looking to experience New York a little differently or even like a local then here are five places you should add to your New York itinerary. 1. High Line New York The High line New York is a linear garden that spans about 1.6 km along the former West side rail line. It’s elevated gardens and walking path is a little oasis hidden within the skyscrapers of New York on the lower west side of Manhattan. It was first…
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7 Must see amazingly picturesque mountain towns
Be inspired by these seven amazingly picturesque mountain towns that you should be adding to your bucket list right now! 1. Bellagio Not just famous for George Clooney’s hideaway holiday villa! This beautiful little village is located on Lake Como in Italy, with the magnificent Alps in the background. Considered the pearl of Lake Como, it sits on the tip of the lake, where it intersects into three to offer panoramic views of the lake and mountains. The village has picturesque cobblestone streets with shops and restaurants overlooking the lake. When you have had a bite to eat take a stroll around the Villa Melzi and it’s beautiful gardens and…
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Walking the cobblestone streets of Montmartre
Montmartre is my most favourite area of Paris and on my last visit in winter I stayed there for a wonderful ten days. I may be a romantic but to me Montmartre seems to capture the “old” Paris, the Paris where you could easily imagine sitting in a cafe and at the next table is Hemmingway scribbling on papers or a glance out the window and there is Monet, Dali and Picasso working away at their easels. If you are anything like me, then you will find much enjoyment just casually walking through the cobblestone streets of Montmartre, admiring the old buildings, wandering up stairs and capturing glimpses of the magnificent…
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How to experience luxury travel on a budget
Luxury and budget are two words that don’t fair to well in the same sentence, especially when it comes to holidays. Most of us have at some point fantasized about what it would be like to stay in a five star luxury Hotel, dining in the finest restaurants or experiencing a world reserved for the rich and famous, where the only worry is wondering whether the chauffeur will be able to fit the Louis Vuitton luggage into the limousine. Okay, dreaming aside, for us mere mortals there are some things we can do that can give us a little taste of luxury on our holiday without blowing the budget. Here…
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Visiting Disneyland Paris at Christmas time
Ask any child, where in the world would they like to go most, and you will get a resounding response of Disneyland! So it’s fairly safe to say that Disneyland is on top of most kids wish list. Now combine Disneyland with a trip to Paris and it will soon be on every adults bucket list too! When I surprised my two teenagers with tickets to Disneyland in Paris, I can tell you there was much excitement in my house! We were off to spend Christmas in Europe and Disneyland was what my two kids wanted to see the most. Whether you are young or young at heart, no matter…
