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Landstrasse, District 3 of Vienna
Landstrasse, also referred to as District 3, in Vienna may be predominantly residential but there are still pockets of this area that reflect the former glory of the widespread Austrian Empire including the splendid Belvedere Park and the Baroque Salesian Church. Less crowded than the historic…
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Minarets and More in Mostar, Bosnia & Herzegovina
Mostar, a city in Bosnia & Herzegovina is divided into two areas by the River Neretva which is spanned by the famous Stari Most, the old bridge. This river once formed the boundary between Croatia and Bosnia but the latter has risen from the ashes of war and today its mosque studded old town is a…
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Destination 2020 The United Kingdom
Exploring natural landscapes is a wonderful way to have a holiday. The United Kingdom or UK has some areas of outstanding beauty. These include the exhilarating St David’s Peninsula in Wales, the unique Isle of Wight off the south coast of England, the New Forest in England and the Lizard, the…
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Destination 2020 Croatia
A long, naturally beautiful coastline studded with hundreds of islands make Croatia ideal for a beach holiday. The Makarska Riviera, with its dramatic back drop of Mount Biokovo is ideally situated for walking holidays. Sightseers will revel in an abundance of pretty historic towns and villages…
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Destination 2020 - Three Beautiful Baltic Countries
The Baltic countries of Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia are gaining in popularity due to their historic capitals of Riga, Vilnius and Tallinn. But, beyond these capitals those prepared to venture further will find stunning natural landscapes pretty villages and remarkable towns bursting with…
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Seasons Greetings
As the year draws to a close it is time to reflect on the past twelve months and to look forward to the next twelve months. My annual Christmas letter is a quick trip through the past year and a peek into the next few months. Season’s greetings to all our readers and wishing you a happy and…
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Ancient and Modern Mingle in Shkodër, Albania
Shkodër or Shkodra is one of the oldest cities in Albania. Today it is one of the most vibrant cities in this fascinating country. Ancient traditions and an interesting cuisine meld into a modern culture all enhanced by echoes of Italy on its streets.
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New Titles on GPSmyCity.com and One Giveaway
For me, the last few months have been a whirlwind of travel. I have visited many towns and cities both in my own country, the UK, and overseas. Everyone is unique in character yet there is a common theme – the reason it came into existence. I love to know that reason and to find evidence to…
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Trebinje - a Taste of Bosnia and Herzegovina
Scant notice is taken of the Monument to the Liberators as the daily Green Market is in full swing in the leafy surrounds of Freedom Square, the beating heart of Trebinje a small town in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Chairs and tables from a circle of cafés sprawl across the pavement and those who are…
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Cetinje Mixing Culture and Countryside in Montenegro
Founded during the fifteenth century and once the Royal Capital of Montenegro Cetinje is now considered its Cultural Centre. Snaking along a flat valley at the base of the foothills of the Mount Lovćen National Park this lovely town with its attractive architecture has much to offer its visitors.
