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The importance of cultural understanding… even in Europe!

As much as it is essential to enjoy our holidays abroad, we need to understand the cultural boundaries that we may be too ignorant to believe exist. Will Spence gives us the low down on some of the more closer to home cultural no-nos.   When British travellers head off for a gap year adventure,...

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Hangover… Madrid

After a heavy night of tapas, tequila and tango, here’s some hangover tips from Chloe Osborne on how best to ease the queaze the morning after while in the Spanish capital.   The hangover holiday. We’ve all done it; that glorious cultural weekend break that we had planned to have has turned instead into 3...

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The baths of Budapest

Ever an exciting city, Zara Sekhavati lets us in on a peculiar tale involving in Budapest involving an angry old lady, spas and stain glass windows. What could it be?   Budapest is undoubtedly beautiful, boasting sights and scenery that is just utterly gorgeous and stunning. Whilst InterRailing, after seeing the usual sights of Budapest...

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Venturing into the Dam

A well known haven for all things liberal, Amsterdam is a truly amazing city, and certainly a mainstay on many people’s “must-visit-before-you-die” list. Charley Ross gives us the low down on some of the exciting features this enigmatic city has to offer   There is not enough sleep, coffee or time in the day to allow...

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Hangover… Paris

The city of love has much to offer, whether it’s the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe, or the vast array of cute cafes on every street corner. Should you be feeling a little queazy the day after a large night, Tamara Silver has give us some tips on what to take in to avoid that horrible...

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The hidden treasures south of Mexico

If you’ve ever fancied yourself as a South America fanatic, check out these reviews from Dhara Shah for some help in choosing where to go. Huacachina, Peru: It is a tiny town based around a lagoon in the Peruvian desert and just a few minutes away from the bustling city of Ica. This oasis is...