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Australias Great Barrier Reef stretches across 2300km of Queenslands coastline and offers so many different experiences to be enjoyed. The reef can be accessed from many destinations such as Cairns, Port Douglas and Townsville, just to name a few. It is also home to a great range of sea animals and birds and is dotted with many beautiful islands like Lady Elliot and Heron all providing you with very unique and enjoyable natural things to do. Port Douglas is a popular destination for backpackers and honeymooners. If you’re after a carefree beach holiday, Port Douglas at the tip of Queensland, [More]

Switzerland is a famous tourist destination with stunning natural beauty and marvellous views of the Alps that attract many tourists every year. Zurich This major city of Switzerland includes many cafes, boutiques and many other items representing contemporary life. Zurich has many churches, parks and museums. Zermatt This small town is a perfect place for ice skating enthusiasts. It includes many beautiful ski resorts and is located at the foot of the Matterhorn, the famous peak of the Swiss Alps. This town includes lots of designer stores, so shopaholics can enjoy shopping on their visit to Zermatt. Geneva This cosmopolitan [More]

Video guide to the Lake District area from Teletext Holidays. England’s largest National Park includes: Scafell Pike – its highest mountain, Wastwater – its deepest lake and thriving communities like Keswick and Bowness-on-Windermere.

In this video we visit Glencoe, and try tossing a caber (log) at a Scottish clan gathering in Culloden. Play hide-and-seek with the Loch Ness Monster, tour a whiskey distillery in Oban, and take a ferry to sacred Iona.

If you are planning a trip to Germany you must see one of the oldest medieval cities, Regensburg. As there are many sights to see in the city and it’s impossible to visit all of them within a day, only the most important ones are suggested here. The advantage of Regensburg is that many of the sights are located in the central area and you will be able to cover quite a bit just by walking around. Regensburg is one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe and there are many old buildings and monuments that you must not miss. [More]

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.

Tips from a fellow traveller on what to see, eat and watch out for.

Heading to the Louvre Museum in Paris, France can be an incredible experience. Follow a few easy tips to have an awesome artistic time. Order your tickets online to skip the lines. Pick up a map to make it easier to find what you are looking for. Make a plan so you know what you want to see. Wear comfortable shoes, the Louvre is huge. Set up a meeting point in case you get separated from your group. Don’t use flash photography and do not touch the works of art. Also note that the Louvre is closed on Tuesday.  

Casablanca, a city of many faces, Oriental yet modern. From being a former Berber settlement to today’s commercial metropolis, around 80 percent of Moroccan industry is concentrated in Casablanca, the country’s financial, technological and commercial centre and also Africa’s largest seaport. Casablanca is a large city surrounded by many ancient villages where life has changed little since ancient times.

  A new travel series idea from Hall TV, Features Hotel Metropole in Monaco and the famous Cipriani Hotel in Venice. This shows you how to really travel in style.

A tour of Boston, Massachusetts by boat, bike and on foot. Ye Ol Oyster House (oldest rest. in US), Yacht B & B, Freedom Trail Walking Tour, Boston Harbour Boat Tour, Bike Tour. www.nextstop.tv

Rising from the waters of Venice Lagoon is the Italian city of Venice, a city like no other. Begin your visit in the central district of San Marco, and walk upon one of the world’s great squares, St Mark’s Square. The square is surrounded by some of the city’s finest jewels such as St Mark’s Basilica, St Mark’s Campanile and Doge’s Palace.  

Nashville is the heart of the country-music industry, and its nightlife definitely reflects that. But don’t stay away if you think you’re not a fan of country – this is a great place to explore. Whatever you do, though, don’t expect opera at the Grand Ole Opry. That’s not going to happen.

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.