A Finnish forest wonderland

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For an exquisite winter wonderland experience the forests in Finland offer visitors a peaceful and serene setting. The purity and freshness of the air in Finland provides an exciting and vital spirit amongst residents and visitors. Parts of this country remain gloriously remote. The modern capital of Helsinki is trendsetting and contemporary yet there are [...]
Travel destinations and their natural disasters: visiting a healing community

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With the world the way it is at the moment, travel plans and the consideration of natural disasters need to go hand-in-hand. Some people even go so far as to consider natural disasters when they choose their destination to avoid any possibility of danger. Then there are those who decide to travel to places that [...]
Cheers to some of the strangest bars ever to serve a tipple

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Have you ever wanted to have a drink in an igloo, get your groove on in a hospital or mix with some of the scarier acquaintances of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde? If the answer is yes, then you’re in luck because these are just some of the themes of some of the more unusual [...]
Hiking the Inca Trail

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The ancient civilisations of South America have a powerful fascination for people all around the world. The fearsome tales of human sacrifice, the astounding architecture and the harrowing stories of war and extermination stir something within all our breasts, so that even if we don’t make a study of ancient history, we would all like [...]
Travelling to America? Don’t drink the water

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America is a first-world country right? Well, when it comes to its tap water that may well be a wrong assumption. The Erin Brockovich chemical, hexavalent chromium has been found in the tap water of 31 out of 35 American cities tested by the Environmental Working Group. For those of you who are not Julia [...]
Travel tips for kids with allergies

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Allergies, whether severe or mild, can cause irritation and anxiety in a normal home environment, so when any parent decides to take their allergic child on holiday, some thought and care goes into ensuring a safe travel environment for those who suffer from hypersensitivity. The added stress of catering for children who are allergic to [...]
Bad weather conditions halt travel in some areas in Europe

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The miserable weather conditions currently plaguing the European region are causing havoc at airports, on roads and rails. Because it’s the festive season, and family and friends want to travel back home for the Christmas holidays to be with their relations, the situation has become even more serious. The UK has been hard hit by [...]
7 New Natural Wonders of the World

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A couple of years ago, UNESCO gave the public the opportunity to vote for the New Natural Wonders of the World. People were asked to choose from a list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites to determine the best of the best. The results are in and the Seven New Natural Wonders of the World are: [...]
5 of the worst beaches in the world

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What makes a good beach? The answer is subjective. Some people like peace and quiet and relative isolation, while others prefer a crowded holiday atmosphere where they’re guaranteed to find a party. The National Geographic Society’s Centre for Sustainable Destinations rates beaches (all popular holiday destinations really) by their dedication to sustainable tourism. The panel [...]
Weather tips for camping

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When the sun comes out and summer arrives many families pack their tents into the back of the car and go camping. But this popular form of family holidaying is quickly becoming a year-round activity. Unpredictable weather can sometimes be frustrating, but it doesn’t have to ruin the enjoyment of camping. If you are thinking [...]