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The most impressive UNESCO World Heritage sites in Greece
A map of ancient Greece shows just how central to the world’s development the country was. Amazingly, the Greeks were responsible for building five of the seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Although none of those still exist today in Greece, the country does boast 17 UNESCO World Heritage Sit
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Waves and slides for the brave: discovering Benidorm’s Aqualandia
If the Big Bang in Benidorm’s Aqualandia theme park was a mountain covered in snow instead of a waterslide, its 66 per cent gradient would make it one the steepest ski pistes in Europe. It goes without saying that while the thrills are all there, a run on this 100-foot slide is safer than an [&hel
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Waterfalls of happiness! 5 beautiful underground caves
Water that pools in caves on a constant basis – often over thousands of years – makes more than just a dent in the rock. Often, particularly if the rock is made out of something porous like limestone, rivers and streams can quickly make inroads in the hard rock’s surface. Stalactites, stalagmi
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Expand your horizons with these 10 essential summer beaches
Summer is fast approaching and many of you will no doubt be looking forward to lying back on golden, black, or white sands, listening to the comforting sound of the sea as it gently laps the shore. If you haven’t already booked your beach holiday, here are some of our favourites around the world t
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Pinterest Daydreams: Greek Islands
Greece’s islands are pretty close to paradise – the secluded white coves, deep blue water and sun-kissed cobblestones tug at our rain-soaked British hearts. We’re not the only ones with a love for idyllic Greek island holidays, however, as the Emir of Qatar recently bought six islands in t
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Shopping in Turkey: Let’s Barter!
Visiting a Turkish market should be on everyone’s bucket list. They’re a festival of colours and smells, selling anything from ladies’ accessories to textiles and mezzes, and whether you’re just window shopping or looking for a one-of-a-kind kilim (rug), it’s bound to be an unforgettable e
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Best Cabaret in Benidorm: Benidorm Palace Night Shows
People who like a bit of knees-up fun will love the cabaret scene in Benidorm, where it’s gala night every night and the programmes are stuffed with world-class performers. Although there are hundreds of popular cabaret bars, show bars, discos, and live comedy and music venues, Benidorm Palace is
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Skiing AND Sunbathing? It Could Only Be Cyprus!
You might think holidays in Cyprus are all about lapping up the high levels of sunshine and glittering golden sands of Coral Bay, or strutting your stuff on the dance floor in Ayia Napa, but you’d be wrong! Although beach holidays are the most well-known of Cyprus’s getaway offerings, you may be
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Semana Santa: Easter Week in Tenerife
Easter is quite a different occasion in Tenerife than the egg hunts and hymns that are celebrated in March and April elsewhere. Sombre in its piety, Easter week, or Semana Santa, is one of the most moving times to visit the island and take part in the masses, blessings and processions sweeping throu
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Got an Extra-Special Valentine? Take Them to the Stars
Sometimes clichéd, Valentine’s Day chocolates and flowers don’t always get the message across. Going on a romantic getaway is a step in the right direction, but then you’re overwhelmed with options: do you take your loved one to a villa on the Costa del Sol or on a yacht on the coast of Flori
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