Every other year, the Brussels’ Grand-Place is transformed into a spectacular vision of 600,000 finely curated flowers. The botanical puzzle is crafted by more than 100 volunteer gardeners and horticulturists in less than four hours, and the result flourishes for… Read More
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Where in the World is Leonardo Da Vinci’s Work?
When Leonardo da Vinci passed in 1519, he left behind countless works including paintings, sculptures, music, scientific discoveries, and even jokes. His art and inventions have since circulated the globe. From Washington D.C. to Krakow, Poland — discover where you… Read More
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Everything You Need to Know About London Black Cabs
It’s hard to think of New York City without picturing a river of yellow taxicabs puttering through Manhattan traffic. Just as the bright, sunny hue is synonymous with American cabs, the London transportation scene has an iconic color of its… Read More
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A Visitor’s Guide to the Picasso Museum in Paris
After a five-year closure and a complete renovation, the Picasso Museum is open in Paris once again. The gallery boasts one of the largest collections of Picasso works in the world with 40 rooms and over 5,000 works on display…. Read More
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The Story Behind the Tower Menagerie
The Tower of London may be home to the crown jewels, but it also provides shelter to a magnificent and curious menagerie. The large, wire mesh animal sculptures that line the Tower’s grounds are replicas of the exotic wildlife that… Read More
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How to Spend a Day in Plaka
Plaka is known to the locals as the “Neighborhood of the Gods” as it sits on the northeast slope of the Acropolis, the ancient citadel of Athens. Filled with quaint cafes, spectacular views, and ancient archaeological sites, Plaka has become… Read More
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4 Interesting Facts About The Roman Forum
The breathtaking display of ruins that spread across the center of Rome was once a proud marketplace known as the Roman Forum. The site was first developed in the 7th century BC and served as a district for social, political,… Read More
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Celebrate 20 Years of Harry Potter with a Leavesden Studios Day Trip
“A breeze ruffled the neat hedges of Privet Drive, which lay silent and tidy under the inky sky, the very last place you would expect astonishing things to happen. Harry Potter rolled over inside his blankets without waking up. One… Read More
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A Very Gouda Guide to Dutch Cheese
The next time you find yourself traveling through the vast countryside of the Netherlands, take note of the many different kinds of cheese each region has to offer. From creamy to pungent, Dutch cheese is an art of its own…. Read More
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5 Advantages of Learning a New Language
For some people, learning a new language is a necessity. Whether you live in a multicultural area or you travel often, you may be forced to acquire new ways to connect and communicate with the people you interact with. If… Read More