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Top 5 Weird and Wonderful London Museums

Top 5 Weird and Wonderful London Museums England is often billed as a city full of polite people with the odd eccentric here or there and the same could be aid for London museums. The city is full of all sorts of museums in the classic mould with a number of the quirky here and there that tourists will more than enjoy. So, let’s have a look at these slightly off the mark museums with their range of strange collections and weird insights into the city. The Fan Museum Situated in Croom’s Hill this strange museum has the largest collection of fans in the world, with some dating back to the 1000s. It really is an odd but thorough subject matter to have collected, but for fans and interested parties there are thousands, as well as a Japanese garden if you just want to relax. The Sherlock Holmes Museum If you like Arthur Conan Doyle’s masterpiece you’ll love this museum. However, the biggest issue is that it is a museum solely on the life of a fictional character and f...

Holiday in Some of Europe’s Best Winter Destinations

Holiday in Some of Europe’s Best Winter Destinations Winter brings with it a feeling of joy, need for warmth and the need to be with your loved ones. Imagine the snow-capped French Alps or the mystic Swiss Alps. Your immediate thought will be on planning your next trip. So it is time you started to discover Europe. Here is a list of the right places to head to during winters. Zurich Whether you are looking for an adventure or a lazy morning, Zurich manages to provide you a good winter break with its skiing slopes and cafes pampering you with piping hot chocolate. You can either choose to admire the natural beauty this place offers or take a tour of the Zurich city with its chic shops. Both have their own charms. Copenhagen You just cannot afford to miss out on one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. The winters in Copenhagen are just worth watching out for. The numerous charming cafés in Copenhagen serve the best sausages. So plan an evening to visit the beautif...

Top 5 Cultural Festivals in Austin

5 Cultural Festivals in Austin Austin, the capital of Texas, is home to a burgeoning art scene, with cultural festival popping up with regularity. Locals of Austin are very proud of their alternative culture, and rightly so. Their opinion is shared with the thousands of people who flock here every year to check out one of their many annual festivals.  Here are the top 5 of the annual cultural festivals in Austin, Texas: 1. Texas State Arts Festival Texas Independence day on 2nd March is the reason for this great festival.  It is an event for the whole family with something for everyone.  The whole event is centered round the Congress Avenue area of the city, with the State Capitol, State History Museum and University of Texas all adjacent. As well as arts and crafts, there are performing arts from all over the world, ranging from historical re-enactments to marching bands, and including street performers and dancers and nearly every other kind of performer...

Top 7 tours to explore Sydney

Top 7 tours  to explore Sydney If you’re planning your next getaway to the vibrant streets of Sydney, be sure to get the most out of your holiday experience, with these great ways to see the city. Sydney Harbour Cruise tour What better way to experience breathtaking Sydney Harbour than with a luxurious river cruise. Cruises are available throughout the day, including romantic dinner tours. Watch the city skyline light up before your eyes as the magic of this vibrant city captivates you. Sydney  Walking Tour If you simply take a relaxed stroll around the streets of the city, you’ll be surprised by how many attractions you would have missed, had you of caught a bus or taxi instead. If you decide that a walk through Sydney is the perfect addition to your afternoon plans, be sure to stop in at the historical Rocks precinct for some great shopping and some of the best cafés in the city. Sydney Hop on Hop off Bus Tour Famous through the street of the city, the ‘H...

Places to visit in Madrid

Places to visit in Madrid Madrid is The capital of Spain has a population of around 5 million people. Situated in the center of Peninsula Iberia it has a strategic location, although it is surrounded by nothing but hills and small mountains. The climate is sub-tropical, dry and warm almost the whole years. However these are just figures and facts that could not charm us, that’s why we have to see Madrid to understand its magic and brilliance. This article will try to present you why this city is so special. why this city is so special The city center is one of the things that I love most of Madrid. It has many faces, which combine aristocracy of the capital, glamour of the big city, the ancient spirit and small curving streets and of course the modern appearance. No matter at what time you walk around Plaza de la Puerta del Sol, plaza de Santa Ana and Gran Via there will be many people. With night buses running everyday Madrid city center is alive all the time. And in fact, ...

Disneyland Paris Rides And Activities for all the Family

Disneyland Paris Rides And Activities for all the Family Europe’s own tribute to the magical world of Disney sits, just outside of Paris, in a secluded spot and features a collection of rides, attractions, hotels and restaurants, all within walking distance, offering an enchanting experience to everyone, young and old. For those lucky enough to have Disneyland Paris tickets, there are usually enough rides within both parks, Disneyland and Walt Disney Studios, to appease everybody but for those arriving with the family, here are the best: Studio Tram Tour: Behind The Magic The ride, taking place in a long tram-like vehicle,  takes guests on a slow yet entertaining trip through the movies, passing sets, props and even some of the Disney back-lot where their bustling staffs operates. The two sets of note include a disaster scene where the tram stops next to a series of rocks; after a while, water is released, flying across the rocks at speed with fireballs being emit...

Consider sports travel for your next holiday

Consider sports travel for your next holiday It’s not everyone’s dream holiday to sit back and do nothing for a week or two, and for some that precious time off work is the perfect opportunity to get active. If you’re looking to combine sports activities with a holiday then there are plenty of ways to do so, no matter whether you want to stay close to home or you’re in the mood for exotic adventure overseas. Head for the coast – beach holidays don’t have to just be about lying on the sand or floating on an inflatable in the sea, as being by the coast presents plenty of opportunities for getting involved in lots of exciting sports. From windsurfing, diving and sailing through to something more adrenaline fuelled like jumping on a jet ski or parasailing; seaside holidays offer a huge variety of options for getting your heart rate up. Choosing the coast also means you could spend your entire trip out on the water, as sailing holidays can be fun for every type of holidaymaker...