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Rome Shopping – Castel Romano Designer Outlet

April 29, 2009 by Helen Page

Rome Shopping - Designer Outlet Malls: Rome is shopping heaven and people who love fashion and all things stylish will make time to shop when in Rome. Designer outlet malls or villages have become very popular in Europe and more and more designer discount outlet malls, shopping villages and districts are popping up across Europe. Everyone loves a bargain and dedicated followers of fashion hunt down Designer outlets if they know that there's one in the city. So when you're in Rome and … [Read more...]

Shop in Spain – City Shopping

April 27, 2009 by Helen Page

Spain, a Shopaholic's Destination: You can't avoid shops in Spain even if you wanted to! No matter where you go, whether it's the big cities like Madrid, Barcelona, Seville and Valencia, or the little towns and villages that you happen to be passing through, there are all kinds of shops bursting to the seam with goods to tempt you with! Whatever your interest is, be it antiques, artwork, the latest designer wear, souvenirs or food and wine, the shops are never too far away. The Big … [Read more...]

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Travel to Spain for a holiday with passion!

April 27, 2009 by Tony Page

Travel to Spain for a Europe Tour that will stir your emotions! Travelling in Spain is a hot-blooded experience! Strong red wine, the brilliance and heat of the sun, spicy Spanish food, flamenco music that stirs your soul - whatever it is, people get passionate about their travel to Spain. It's that kind of place. Cowboys,Gaudi and Don Quixote Sergio Leone shot Clint Eastwood in "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly" in the deserts of Almeria, Gaudi conceived his Sagrada Familia and other … [Read more...]

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The Mezquita – Cordoba’s unique monument

April 26, 2009 by Helen Page

The Mezquita, a World Heritage site: The Mezquita, Cordoba's Great Mosque is one of the most unique monuments that you'll ever visit. In a world marked by decades of religious battles between Catholics and Protestants and Muslim and Hindus, who would ever have imagined that a mosque with a Christian cathedral within it could have survived the times! When it all began The Muslim arrival in Spain started in the 8th century when the Arabs and Berbers invaded Spain. A rich and powerful … [Read more...]

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Spain holiday – Food in Spain

April 26, 2009 by Helen Page

Spanish food is delicious: Put very simply, Spanish food is delicious! It's tasty, spicy, vibrant in colour and a has a great mix of fresh ingredients. In this sun-drenched country, grains, beans, fruits and vegetables all grow very well and there is also an abundance of meats, seafood and cheeses, not to mention wines and sherries. We are all very familiar with signature dishes like paella and tortillas, the tapas style of food and famous Spanish products like chorizo, Jamon Serrano, … [Read more...]

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Croatia’s Plitvice Lakes National Park

April 22, 2009 by Helen Page

Plitvice Lakes National Park - A UNESCO World Heritage Site Plitvice Lakes National Park is another Croatian asset that is on UNESCO's World Heritage listing. Set in the heart of Croatia, it was discovered in 1949. There's some 300 sq kilometres of parkland comprising 16 lakes, forests and beautiful waterfalls. In the dense forests within the National Park, there is a huge range of flora and fauna, including wolves, foxes, wild boar, wild cats, etc. Fortunately, or unfortunately, we … [Read more...]

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Shopping on your Croatia holiday

April 21, 2009 by Helen Page

Is there anything to buy in Croatia?: Croatia is not a shopping destination, however that doesn't mean that there's nothing to buy here. There is a long tradition of handicraft here so one can buy original handmade craftwork such as lace, hand-painted ceramics or jewelry. What to Buy? Embroidery is a typical craft that is carried out throughout the peninsula. A characteristic design is red geometric patterns stitched onto a white background. You'll see these designs on table clothes, … [Read more...]

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Eating out on your Croatia holiday

April 20, 2009 by Helen Page

What is Croatian cuisine?: Food styles in Croatia are varied, depending on the regions, but broadly they can be categorized into two main groups - the inland and the coastal areas. There is a distinct difference in the types of foodstuff and styles of cooking between the two main regions. Cuisine in the inland are influenced by Central European countries like Hungary and Vienna, whereas the coastal regions have been greatly influenced by the long period of Venetian rule - pasta dishes and … [Read more...]

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Moules et Frites – Belgian's national dish

April 17, 2009 by Helen Page

The Moules et Frites is One of Belgium's Traditional Dishes: That Moules et Frites is the national dish of Belgium is enough to get me to this country. Anyone who likes mussels and who has tried these large steaming pots of mussels in savory broth, accompanied by a bowl of Belgian frites and homemade mayonnaise, will understand why this dish is so popular. (Note that it's Belgian fries and not French fries!) Then of course there is the range of Belgian beers that go with it. Moule … [Read more...]

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Shopping on your Ireland holiday

April 16, 2009 by Helen Page

What to buy in Ireland: Ireland is a country where it's still possible to find high quality handmade goods. It has a worldwide reputation for knitwear and woollen items, so if you're in the market for nice winter jumpers, scarves, capes, etc. this is the place to shop. Woollens and cashmere Traditional Irish Aran sweaters have a unique style all of their own. Good places to look for traditional Irish knitwear are Kilkenny Design, Blarney Woollen Mills, Dublin Woollen Mills and Avoca … [Read more...]

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Rome Shopping – Castel Romano Designer Outlet

Shop in Spain – City Shopping

Travel to Spain for a holiday with passion!

The Mezquita – Cordoba’s unique monument

Spain holiday – Food in Spain

Croatia’s Plitvice Lakes National Park

Shopping on your Croatia holiday

Eating out on your Croatia holiday

Moules et Frites – Belgian's national dish

Shopping on your Ireland holiday

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