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While Amsterdam must surely be one of the greatest small cities in the world. It is infact the country’s largest city! Its size means that all attractions are within easy reach. From its canals to world famous museums and historical sights. Amsterdam is one of the most beautiful cities in the world.
No trip to Amsterdam is complete until you take a boat trip on the canal and for the more adventurous, hire a bike for a real authentic experience
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| ATHENS |
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The most visited and most recognisable monument of Athens has to be the Acropolis where the first habitation on this site dates back from the Neolithic period.
Lycabettus Hill is also well visited. At the top of the hill you will find the beautiful small church of Agios Georgios (St George).
For those heading from the capital to the Greek Islands then you can easily take the metro to Piraeus which is the main port of Athens
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| BARCELONA |
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Barcelona is one of Europe’s most popular short break destinations. Why is this? Probably because of Barcelona's excellent location, captivating Gaudi architecture, superb cuisine, the vibrant street life of Las Ramblas and we must not forget FC Barcelona which during the 2006-2007 season was the second richest club in the world! |
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| BRUSSELS |
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Brussels, Capital of Belgium and the administrative centre of the European Union.
The Grand Place has to be the number one stop for visitors. You will find the square hidden away in the centre of the Old Town. Serious shoppers head for the pedestrian only Rue Neuve Area.
Towards the North of the city you will find the Atomium, a huge representation of an iron crystal molecule! Originally designed for the World Fair in 1958. A strange exhibit and once inside you can visit 5 individual spheres and from the top you get a great view of the city
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| BUDAPEST |
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Budapest, one of the most beautiful cities in the world.
The Castle District, River Danube embankments and the Andrássy út are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Budapest is home to the Great Synagogue, this is the largest synagogue in Europe. The largest medicinal bath in Europe is in Budapest, the Széchenyi. If you feel in need of some thermal treatments the baths are located in the centre of the city on the Buda side.
For a day trip, visit Gödöllõ which is the second largest Baroque castle at only 30km from Budapest
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| COPENHAGEN |
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Copenhagen is the capital of Denmark. Here you will find the ever popular Tivoli Park which houses rides, music and entertainment and a huge range of restaurants. Certainly enough to keep everyone entertained well into the night. The Little Mermaid statue draws thousands of visitors and is the symbol of Copenhagen. The statue is based on the best known folk story of Hans Christian Anderson. In the Stroget area you will find a huge array of shops, stalls and street entertainment. |
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| ISTANBUL |
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Istanbul, Turkey’s most populated city. Most of the historic sights are in Sultanahmet and within walking distance of each other. For a welcome break away from the noise of the city then take a ferry and head for the Princes Islands. Get off at the last stop Büyük adasi (Big Island) and take a horse drawn carriage ride. No motorized vehicles are allowed on the Islands. Shoppers should head for Niþantasi, Taksim or one of shopping centres that are opening everywhere such as Çevahir. Night birds head for Taksim where there are numerous bars and clubs catering for every taste. |
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| LONDON |
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London, probably the worlds most visited city and quite rightly so. There is simply so much so see and do. My all time favorites have to be the Tate Britain and Tate Modern galleries, for ease of travel there is a boat that travels regularly between the 2 galleries. From the Tate gallery you can walk to the HMS Belfast, she served during the 2nd World war and is a great floating museum. |
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| PARIS |
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As most of the sights in Paris are within walking distance it’s easy to get around. A must is a visit to Montmarte, a very picturesque area of the city and lined with street artists. Below the city you can find the Catacombs, a dark eerie place and not for the faint hearted.
After a visit to the must see Pompidou centre then take some time to sit outside and experience the building outside as well as do some people watching!
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| PRAGUE |
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The 14th century Charles Bridge is probably one of Prague’s most walked over attractions and also most photographed. Wenceslas Square is a point from where everywhere in the city is easy to get to. By night it attracts the night owls seeking out the bars, restaurants and nightlife |
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| ROME |
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Probably every visitor to Rome visits the Colossuem, a huge amphitheatre that once saw the battles of the gladiators in front of crowds of 55,000. If you visit the Museo delle Mura (Museum of the walls) then you will be able to walk along the walls to Via Cristoforo Colombo. After your meal then do as the Romans do and indulge in a glass of Grappa |
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| VIENNA |
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No trip to Vienna is complete without a visit the famous Spanish riding school where you can watch the Lipizzan horses in one of their performances. For an unforgettable view of the city take the elevator to the top of the Danube tower. Feeling adventurous then you can also bungee jump from the tower! |
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