Just off the coast of Normandy, France, Jersey is one of the Channel Islands. Although it is a British Crown dependency, it is not actually part of the UK, nor a member of the EU.
With its lush valleys, rolling green fields, pretty Norman style farmhouses, narrow winding lanes, its unspoilt coastline of majestic cliffs and […]
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Along with St Tropez and Monte Carlo, Marbella in Spain has long been one of Europe’s most exclusive holiday resorts attracting the glitterati of the international jet set. It is easy to see why – Marbella has sandy beaches, elegant boutiques, fine restaurants, and a very beautiful Old Town, which dates back to the 16th […]
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First of all: wishing you a Happy New Year, and a 2008 filled with plenty of interesting travel around Europe!
Now that it is January, with winter holidays out of the way (almost), lots of people are now considering spring breaks and summer holidays. The Balearic Islands in the Mediterranean have proved popular year upon year, […]
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The city of Barcelona, with its sunny location on the Mediterranean, famous Gaudi architecture, top nightlife, abundance of culture, and wonderful restaurants, has become one of the most popular destinations in Europe for a city break, with many people returning there regularly, and a significant number of Europeans considering Barcelona as a place to relocate […]
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If you live somewhere that gets a little too cold from December through February, as is the case for many of us, you may fancy the idea of escaping to somewhere warm for a winter holiday, and perhaps now is the time to be thinking about making a booking. One of my favorite winter escapes […]
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Regarded as the cradle of Western civilization and the birthplace of democracy, with the wonderful heritage of classical times, and not only that, but a fantastic coastline, exciting islands to explore, delicious Mediterranean cuisine, and a laid-back, friendly culture too, Greece is a delightful place to visit, with plenty to satisfy those eager for history, […]
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The Algarve is the southernmost region of mainland Portugal, with its coast on the Atlantic Ocean, giving it a summer climate that is a little cooler and more pleasant than the searing heat of Mediterranean southern Spain. The Algarve has been a popular European tourist spot for some decades due to its wonderfully clean beaches, […]
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