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Take a tour of Medieval Town of Dinan, France. Dinan is a medieval town in the region of Brittany in north-west France. You can take in stunning views of the town from the bridge made on River Rance in Dinan. The Dinan centre is famous among tourists for as a place where you can find many hotels, apartments and shops at this place. You can climb up the clock tower to get gorgeous views of the surroundings or just get lost in this 15th century monument. The houses in town are rustic yet charming, being built with stone, timber and [More]

Magnificent buildings and superb gardens – who could ask for more? Sans Souci is the name of the former summer palace of Frederick the Great, King of Prussia, in Potsdam, near Berlin. Following the terracing of the vineyard and the completion of the palace, the surroundings were included in the structure. A baroque flower garden with pieces of turf, flower beds, hedges and trees was created. The palace was designed to fulfil King Frederick’s need for a private residence where he could relax away from the pomp and ceremony of the Berlin court. The name Sans Souci translates as “without [More]

Join Heidi Van Sewell, Rick Steves’ tour guide, as she shares tips and insights for traveling in Italy. I would start the video at 3.15 unless you want to watch the promotional stuff! After that it’s a really good guide about what to see in Italy. You’ll almost be able to smell the linguini and taste the vino rosso as we explore enchanting Italy. The north is home to cosmopolitan Milan, time-tripping Venice, serene lakes, and the Alpine Dolomites. In central Italy we’ll visit the Renaissance capital of Florence and the quaint hill towns of Tuscany and Umbria. On the [More]

Madrid is the financial and cultural hub for Spain, and much of Southern Europe. There is a huge amount to see and do there, as well as excellent nightlife in terms of bars, restaurants, clubs and entertainment.

Rabat is the capital of Morocco and also its royal seat of power. The main residence of King Mohammed the Sixth is a fascinating modern metropolis. Along with its monumental works of art, it is the fourth oldest of the Makhzen cities, is also one of Morocco’s most important. Cafés and workshops reflect daily life and most of the city’s souks are divided into specialized areas with items such as leather goods, blankets and carpets for sale and with a little haggling, it’s possible to purchase quality handicrafts at a very modest price! The Kasbah des Udayas was built by [More]

Englands second most popular visitor destination after London, Bath is a town of supreme harmony, constructed mostly during the 18th century with beautiful cream-coloured limestone in the Georgian style of architecture. The buildings share a similar design that has shaped Bath into a unified artistic creation, like a living sculpture formed into a city. There’s a special magic here, because the town was quickly built up, then abruptly abandoned and remained untouched for the next two centuries, leaving us a time-capsule from the past. Add to this urban beauty with numerous important historic sites and quiet lanes containing hundreds of [More]

With a seductive blend of sun, siestas and Sangria, it’s hardly surprising that coach trips to Spain remain a popular choice.

Atlanta, Georgia, is located near the Southern end of the Appalachian Mountains. It’s known as the ‘the city in a forest’ thanks to its lush canopy of trees. Most visitors know about the burning of Atlanta during the Civil War thanks to Gone with the Wind. The Atlanta History Center documents Civil War history, and another must-see attraction is the Martin Luther King Junior Historic Site. Enjoy the green city spaces at Centennial Olympic Park near the city’s downtown, or in midtown’s Piedmont Park. The best views of all are found at nearby Stone Mountain Park, the world’s largest exposed [More]

From the white cliffs of Dover to Land’s End, we ponder Roman, Norman, and Nazi invasions. After exploring Admiral Nelson’s flagship in Portsmouth, we chase wild ponies across the moors and discover an ancient stone circle in Dartmoor. For refreshment, it’s cream tea and Cornish pasties in Cornwall.

A river boat journey of several days can reveal Brazil in its most natural form. Upstream along the Rio Negro into an immense jungle area and a journey into the mysterious world of the Amazon. We begin in Manaus, capital city of the Brazilian state of Amazonas which lies on the banks of the Rio Negro and is completely surrounded by impenetrable forest.

This video begins high on the German and Austrian border and takes us to Innsbruck, the historic capital of the Habsburgs. We then visit a Tirolean village before going to Italy at Reifenstein Castle. Then we’re out-of-doors, zooming up rock cliffs and hiking through alpine meadows in the Italian Dolomites.

The tiny duchy of Monaco lies on the French Riviera between Menton and Nice. Its mood and elegance attract tourists, millionaires, ship owners, sportsmen, film and popstars. The casino of Monte Carlo – which was engineered in 1862 by the architect of the Paris Opera, Garnier – is the most famous of its kind in the whole world. The Formula 1 race, when the narrow streets of the city are turned into a racetrack, is also a large event.

Las Palmas is a bustling city overflowing with Spanish ambience, history and culture. There is a wealth of choices to compliment your holiday and you will find the best of both worlds, a long stretch of sandy beach and the hustle and bustle of city life.