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Tag Archives: OneTravel
Celebrate St Andrew’s Day in Scotland (OneTravel)
Scotland’s patron saint is St Andrew (who, FYI, is also the patron saint of Greece, Russia, Romania, Poland, Ukraine, and Barbados) and November 30th is day to celebrate the saint and generally have a great time in Scotland. The Scottish … Continue reading
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Posted in OneTravel, Scotland, Travel
Tagged OneTravel, scotland, St Andrew, St Andrew's Day, Travel
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7 Thanksgivings from Around the World (OneTravel)
Thanksgiving is as American as it gets. But it’s not only celebrated in America. Here’s a look at a few other places across the globe that give thanks American style or have their own festive traditions similar to those in … Continue reading
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7 of England’s Best Christmas Markets and Winter Fairs (OneTravel)
Some of England’s most beautiful National Trust sites are also among the best places to get into the festive spirit. The National Trust protects and keeps open to the public 350 historic houses, gardens, and ancient monuments (as well as … Continue reading
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The South’s Best BBQ Road Trips (OneTravel)
Today is Go for a Ride Day, a day to hit the road to head off and discover something new – or at least inspire you to start planning that epic road trip you’ve been dreaming of for years. One … Continue reading
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A Musical Visit to Memphis Sure Sounds Good! (OneTravel)
Love American music? Then get yourself to Memphis, Tennessee where the roots of rock ‘n roll, country, blues and soul are on dynamic display for you see and of course to hear! Have a look at this list for some … Continue reading
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Posted in Entertainment, Museums, Music, OneTravel, Tennessee, Travel
Tagged Entertainment, Memphis, museums, music, OneTravel, TENNESSEE, Travel
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Visit Georgia’s Golden Isles (OneTravel)
Spanning the 100-mile stretch between Charleston, South Carolina and Jacksonville, Florida is the Georgia coastline. Clustered around the historic port city of Brunswick are the Golden Isles, a group of four barrier islands including St Simons Island, Sea Island, Jekyll … Continue reading
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Posted in Georgia, OneTravel, Travel
Tagged Brunswick, georgia, Golden Isles, Jekyll Island, Little St Simons Island, OneTravel, Sea Island, St Simons Island, Travel
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5 of the Best Berlin Blogs (OneTravel)
Today marks the 27th anniversary of the Berlin Wall coming down. A lot’s changed since 1989, and today a unified Berlin is an undeniably dynamic destination. Arguably the hippest city in all of Europe with a culture and history unlike … Continue reading
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4 London Spots to Celebrate Guy Fawkes Night 2015 (OneTravel)
Remember remember the fifth of November! It’s the day when Britain commemorates the events of the Gunpowder Plot of 1605, when Guy Fawkes (yes, the guy those V for Vendetta masks are supposedly modelled after) tried to blow up the … Continue reading
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Posted in London, OneTravel, Travel
Tagged bonfire night, fireworks, guy fawkes, guy fawkes night, London, OneTravel, Travel, Лондон, لندن, ロンドン, 伦敦
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Vietnam Airlines Adds More Nonstop Flights from LHR
The national flag carrier of Vietnam, Vietnam Airlines, is to add a sixth weekly flight to its Heathrow winter schedule with its new Dreamliner to fly nonstop three times per week each to Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Following … Continue reading
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America’s Most Haunted Lakes and Ponds (OneTravel)
What’s that lurking in the lake? Just a great story to add some fun to your Halloween holiday. Here’s a list of America’s most haunted lakes and ponds guaranteed to make a spooky splash! Read my complete post at OneTravel.
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Tagged halloween, haunted lakes, OneTravel, Travel
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5 of the Coolest Things to do in Vienna (OneTravel)
Vienna is one of Europe’s most beautiful and cultured cities with something for everyone — especially for those of us who like a dose of style while we travel. Here are five of my favorite things about Vienna, some you … Continue reading
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12 of America’s Most Haunted Hotels (OneTravel)
Want a “BOO!” with your next hotel booking? With a bit of luck, you’ll receive a complimentary creep-out and more when you check in at one of these historic hotels. Have a look at this list of America’s 12 most … Continue reading
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Posted in Halloween, Hotels, OneTravel, Travel
Tagged halloween, Haunted Hotels, hotels, OneTravel, Travel
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HR Giger Museum: Creep Fest in the Swiss Alps (OneTravel)
With Halloween looming and long winter nights setting in, now is perhaps an appropriately eerie time to contemplate a visit to the bucolic and lilting countryside around the idyllic medieval village of Gruyeres in southwestern Switzerland. Not for its crisp … Continue reading
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Tagged Gruyere, Gruyeres, HR Giger Museum, museums, OneTravel, switzerland, Travel
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Spain’s 15 National Parks (OneTravel)
The different regions of Spain are as varied from one another as they are incredibly beautiful. From the verdant northwest to the arid and ever sunny south – with all sorts of shores and mountains, forests and wilderness expanses in … Continue reading
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5 Fantastic Reasons to Visit Dubrovnik (OneTravel)
Good reasons to head to the Croatian coast and enjoy the ancient city of Dubrovnik are plentiful. But, especially in celebration of Croatian Independence Day, here’s a look at five of the best for making time to explore the Pearl … Continue reading
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4 of the World’s Best Cities for Pizza (OneTravel)
October is Pizza Month, so we’ve compiled a short list of where to get the best in the world. Now, where did I leave out and where do you think the world’s best pizza can be found? Should your hometown, … Continue reading
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Posted in Food, OneTravel, Pizza, Restaurants, Travel
Tagged Food, OneTravel, pizza, Pizza Month, restaurants, Travel
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Flying to Your Campsite? Carry On These Tips.
When was the last time you went camping? It’s been awhile for me too. But I’m hoping to have an adventure or two off the grid this autumn. I’m considering heading out to an outdoor destination that would require taking … Continue reading
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A Quick Look Down Under (OneTravel)
Australia’s not just a state of mind but a broad nation comprised of six federated states spread across its own island continent “down under” in the Southern Hemisphere. Here’s a quick look at the six states to use as a … Continue reading
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Online, In-Flight? Lufthansa Says Yes. (OneTravel)
German airline Lufthansa has announced it is to offer high-speed internet during short and medium-haul flights from 2016 onwards. From early summer 2016, Lufthansa will be the first network airline in Europe to make such an offering, allowing passengers on … Continue reading
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International Day of Peace (OneTravel)
Today – September 21 – is International Day of Peace, a date that the General Assembly of the United Nations has declared as a day “devoted to strengthening the ideals of peace, both within and among all nations and peoples.” … Continue reading
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Tagged International Day of Peace, OneTravel, Travel, World Peace Day
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New for Paris: Frank Gehry’s Louis Vuitton Foundation (OneTravel)
Opened October 2014 in the Bois de Boulogne public park on the western edge of Paris, the Fondation Louis Vuitton is the city’s newest art museum and cultural center – and is making waves more for the building itself than … Continue reading
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Posted in Art, Design, France, Museums, OneTravel, Paris, Travel
Tagged ARCHITECTURE, Art, design, Fondation Louis Vuitton, france, Frank Gehry, Louis Vuitton Foundation, museums, OneTravel, paris, Travel
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You’ll Love Looking Around Lausanne & Lake Geneva (OneTravel)
Bonjour, hallo, ciao, and hi! I’ve just returned from one of my favourite European destinations, Switzerland. A highlight of my trip was checking out the sights in and around the lovely lakeside city of Lausanne. Now back home (and craving … Continue reading
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Tagged Lake Geneva, Lausanne, OneTravel, switzerland, Travel, Vaud
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El Rápido Guide to Spain’s 17 Regions (OneTravel)
Paella, flamenco, tapas, modern art, wine, world-class museums, ancient churches, Roman ruins, sandy beaches, massive mountain ranges – it’s all in Spain but not in the same place. The country is one of Europe’s largest and arguably its most culturally diverse. There are 17 autonomous regions in total, and two autonomous cities, Ceuta and Melilla, on the northern coast of Spain. Continue reading
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Making the Most of These Last Days of Summer (OneTravel)
You don’t have to be a Game of Thrones fan to realize that winter is coming. Days are getting shorter, and there’s a hint of autumn in the air. As summer winds down and fall sets up camp, take advantage … Continue reading
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7 Very Nice Blogs about Vietnam (OneTravel)
Wanna Visit Vietnam? Be sure to have a snoop of these local blogs to help you have a fun filled Vietnamese vacation. Not surprising to any lover of Vietnamese cuisine, a good number of the best blogs coming out of … Continue reading
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Buckingham Palace Gives a “Royal Welcome” This Summer (OneTravel)
The State Rooms of Buckingham Palace have now opened to the public for the summer 2015 season. An annual occurrence, the opening is an excellent opportunity to tour one of the world’s few royal palaces that is still in use … Continue reading
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Posted in London, OneTravel, Travel
Tagged buckingham palace, buckingham palace state rooms, London, OneTravel, state rooms, Travel
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Celebrating St Stephen’s Day in Hungary (OneTravel)
August 20th, St Stephen’s Day, is the biggest day of the year in Hungary. The day commemorates Stephen I, the first King of Hungary, being canonized in 1083 (45 years after his death) by Pope Gregory VII for bringing Christianity … Continue reading
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Tagged Budapest, Hungary, OneTravel, St Stephen's Day, Travel
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16 of the Best Bars in Bali (OneTravel)
Welcome to paradise! Here have a drink and enjoy perusing this list of the best bars on the beautiful island of Bali. Cheers! Read my complete post at OneTravel.
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Posted in Drink, Food, OneTravel, Restaurants, Travel
Tagged bali, BARS, Drink, Food, indonesia, OneTravel, restaurants, Travel
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Teide Observatory Gets New Telescopes, Ups “Astro-Tourism” Draw (OneTravel)
Tenerife has boosted its position as one of the best locations on the planet for stargazing, with the introduction of eight new telescopes at the island’s Teide Observatory. Introduced in June, the telescopes will appeal to amateur “astro-tourists,” trained scientists, … Continue reading
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Tagged Cananary Islands, OneTravel, spain, tenerife, Travel
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2015 Edinburgh Fringe: Must See Shows (OneTravel)
For fans of live performance, August in Edinburgh means one thing: Fringe! The largest arts festival in the world, the three-week Scottish shindig brings the opportunity to be entertained by a heaving variety of world class, up-and-coming, and often rather … Continue reading
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Tagged edinburgh, Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Entertainment, live performance, OneTravel, scotland, Travel
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5 Excellent Online Resources about Beijing (OneTravel)
The capital of China is one of the world’s biggest cities. Rich in history and tradition, Beijing plays as significant a role in global events today as it ever did (if not more so). It’s also a fascinating destination, but … Continue reading
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Experience ‘the Wrath of Gods’ This Fall in Philadelphia (OneTravel)
This fall, the Philadelphia Museum of Art will present The Wrath of the Gods: Masterpieces by Rubens, Michelangelo, and Titian. The focus of exhibition will be one of the finest works by Flemish painter Peter Paul Rubens (1577–1640), Prometheus Bound, … Continue reading
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6 Great Reasons to Visit Italy This Summer (OneTravel)
As if you needed yet another reason to visit one of Europe’s most beautiful, history and delicious countries, here’s a roundup of six exciting things happening or just opening this summer to make that trip of a lifetime even more … Continue reading
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Moon Day & the Future of Space Tourism (OneTravel)
July 20th is Moon Day, a date to commemorate the first time a human stepped onto the Moon. It was 46 years ago in 1969 that Apollo 11 landed on the Moon with astronaut Neil Armstrong to be the first … Continue reading
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5 Things Not to Miss in Mauritius (OneTravel)
You couldn’t be blamed for hitting the beautiful beach and never leaving during the entirety of your stay in the tropical island paradise that is Mauritius. However, myriad rewards await those visitors willing to shake the sand out of their … Continue reading
