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Alnwick is a perfect base to soak up some history in Northumberland, including trips to Hadrian’s Wall, Dunstanburgh Castle and Cragside.

Take a tour of Bangkok, Thailand — part of the World’s Greatest Attractions series by GeoBeats. Number ten, Wat Arun. Bangkok has one of the greatest collections of temples in the world. This Buddhist temple, also known as “Temple of the Dawn” is quite spectacular. Number nine, Lumpini Park. Bangkok is a massive city; Lumpini Park offers an excellent escape from the city’s hustle and bustle. You can just relax or engage in an activity. Number eight, Wat Pho. It is said to be the largest and oldest Buddhist temple in Bangkok. An extremely large statue of a reclining Buddha [More]

Swimming with the turtles, part of the fantastic Calabaza Catamaran excursion – the trip of a lifetime! www.calabazasailingcruises.com.

The island of Madeira belongs to Portugal and is one of the most beautiful islands in the world. Madeira is a tropical garden with incredible scenery, friendly inhabitants and culinary delights.

Sicily – prepare to be overwhelmed by its contrasts, landscapes, beaches and amazingly diverse, ancient heritage. From its bubbling capital Palermo to age-old Roman and Greek ruins, sun-drenched sands and the ever-present, smouldering Mount Etna, this is one island overflowing with treasures.

This video is a look around the beautiful seaside town of Portofino in Italy with travel writer Trevor Claringbold. The house shown at the end of the video is that of Silvio Berlusconi, the Italian premier. It may not be as famous or chic as its neighbour just across the border, but the Italian Riviera in many ways has more to offer than the French equivalent. Liguria, to give this stretch of coast and its hinterland its correct title, can be roughly split into two parts, with the regional capital, Genoa, in the centre.

Take a tour of Top 10 Travel Attractions of San Francisco, California – part of the World’s Greatest Attractions series by GeoBeats. Number 10: Cable cars. One of San Francisco’s icons, cable cars are not only fun to ride, but also an efficient means for getting to various attractions within San Francisco. Number 9: Fisherman’s Wharf, a popular tourist attraction. Fisherman’s Wharf many activities, like boat cruises and you may even be able to watch sea lions in action. Number 8: De Young Museum. Located inside the Golden Gate Park, the museum houses many great works of art. Natural elements [More]

Take a tour of Top 10 Travel Attractions of Madrid, Spain – part of the World’s Greatest Attractions series by GeoBeats. Number ten, Plaza de Cibeles. Madrid is known for many beautiful squares like this one. The Cibeles fountain is an important symbol of this city. Number nine, Almudena Cathedral. It took more than 100 years to complete its construction in 1993. The original site was occupied by Madrid’s first mosque. Number eight, Puerta Del Sol. Madrid’s busiest square, a famous landmark here shows the Bear and the Strawberry Tree. Number seven, Temple of Debod. Many people are surprised to [More]

Highlights of Venice, Italy including the Grand Canal, St. Mark’s Square (Piazza San Marco), Saint Mark’s Basilica, Doge’s Palace, Campanile di San Marco, Rialto Bridge, Gondola ride, Teatro La Fenice, Murano Glass, Shopping and Dining in this romantic city.

When the Red Army came marching across East Germany in 1945 the local aristocracy had to flee , from across Poland, Belarus and the Baltic States to safer places. They also caused once famous palaces, castles and gardens to be hidden from view for nearly 45 years, while they were employed by the communist regime. Now, after 21 years of re-unification, these properties have now been gainfully re-employed, mostly as hotels, making them more accessible than ever for tourists.

Victor Hugo wrote Les Miserables – now a blockbusting film – while in Guernsey. If the movie has piqued your curiosity, then you should also consider going to Guernsey. Victor Hugo, the author of the 19th Century novel behind the film, was expelled from France in 1852. His first choice of refuge was another Channel Island, Jersey. But he was soon kicked out of there, too, for being critical of Queen Victoria. So the literary giant ended up spending most of his 20 years of exile on neighbouring Guernsey, which he called the ‘rock of hospitality and freedom’.

Thinking of taking a short break? In Rome, classical ruins and early Christian places of worship stand next to – or lie beneath – Renaissance palazzos and Baroque fountains. But there are also great neighbourhood trattorias, quirky shops and a buzzing aperitivo scene. The city’s mild Mediterranean climate is another persuasive draw for visitors from the cool north.

Queen Victoria loved the Isle of Wight so much that she had the vast Osborne House built near Cowes. This whole island is a joy, its fine sandy beaches are ideal for dibbling and dabbling with bucket and spade. Music lovers flock here for the annual festivals (Isle of Wight in June and Bestival in September). Older people, who may have nostalgic memories of holidays many years ago, now come for the superb walking and cycle ways (half the island is designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty). And there are numerous sites of historical and natural interest.

Cornwall is defined by its magnificent coastline with 300 miles of dunes and cliffs, medieval harbours and oak-forested creeks – and every mile accessible on foot.