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FINLAND: Sizzling Saunas and City Sights on a Perfect Helsinki Mini Break

Sep 309 min read

FINLAND: Sizzling Saunas and City Sights on a Perfect Helsinki Mini Break

Helsinki is an ideal European vacation destination for a short trip. With a direct flight on Finnair from London Heathrow just under 3 hours

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SLOVENIA: A Mini City-Break Lounging in Ljubljana

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Apr 127 min read

SLOVENIA: A Mini City-Break Lounging in Ljubljana

Travelling from London Heathrow to Ljubljana takes a little less than two hours, which makes the Slovenian capital city an excellent choice

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oldbagonaplane

Mar 15 min read

PORTUGAL: The Alluring Algarve

European Travel: Winter vacations sunshine is achievable with a visit to the Algarve in southern Portugal. With a two and a bit hour flight

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Portugal: Food, Fado and Falling Face Over **** in Lisbon

oldbagonaplane

Nov 4, 202315 min read

Portugal: Food, Fado and Falling Face Over **** in Lisbon

A holiday in Lisbon, Portugal: The flight time from London Heathrow to Lisbon is two hours and 45 minutes. The city is very easy to...

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Spain: Mallorca Mini Beach Break Holiday

oldbagonaplane

Sep 15, 20234 min read

Spain: Mallorca Mini Beach Break Holiday

A mini-break holiday in Mallorca (Majorca) is easy from Heathrow Airport in London.This mini-break holiday took place in early June. As...

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Stockholm: A Sensational, Sassy and Sophisticated City Break

oldbagonaplane

Apr 19, 202311 min read

Stockholm: A Sensational, Sassy and Sophisticated City Break

Enjoy a winter mini-break holiday in Stockholm, Sweden. The city is known for its world-class museums, delicious food scene, and vibrant...

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ICELAND: City Break Saudade on the Sidewalks of Reykjavík

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Dec 2, 20228 min read

ICELAND: City Break Saudade on the Sidewalks of Reykjavík

November 2022 Iceland is a superb holiday destination; perfect for a chic mini-break in vibing Reykjavík, Spa-hopping at the nation's...

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SPA TRAVEL ICELAND: Luxury Among the Lava at the Retreat Spa Resort and Silica Hotel, Blue Lagoon

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Dec 1, 20226 min read

SPA TRAVEL ICELAND: Luxury Among the Lava at the Retreat Spa Resort and Silica Hotel, Blue Lagoon

Spa Travel: The Blue Lagoon in Iceland opened two luxury hotels in 2018, the Retreat Spa Resort and the Silica Hotel.

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UK: Exploring the Jurassic Coast on the South West Coastal Path

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Aug 10, 20229 min read

UK: Exploring the Jurassic Coast on the South West Coastal Path

The Jurassic Coast is a fabulous UK vacation destination, with beach towns, water sports, nature walks and outstanding natural beauty. It...

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Italy:The Biennale International Art Festival of Venice. Viva Venezia Arte!

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Jun 27, 20223 min read

Italy:The Biennale International Art Festival of Venice. Viva Venezia Arte!

Italy Tourism: The Venice Art Biennale welcomes nearly 100 artists from all over the world. Where better than in Venice?!

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Paris & London to New York: JR and the Ellis Island Immigrant Hospital Hard Hat Tour

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Jul 30, 20213 min read

Paris & London to New York: JR and the Ellis Island Immigrant Hospital Hard Hat Tour

JR: Chronicles at the Saatchi Gallery, Chelsea, London runs until 3 October 2021. This is the largest art exhibition by French artist JR...

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Europe & USA: Sent la Lavande...Ooh LaLa!

oldbagonaplane

Aug 8, 20205 min read

Europe & USA: Sent la Lavande...Ooh LaLa!

Travelling to local lavender farms has been a number one staycation this summer. Here are some of the best UK, USA and French fields.

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phyl

Apr 19, 20203 min read

Prague: Czech Out This Goulash

There are many traditional dishes of the Czech Republic. The goulash is by far my favourite option, and a recipe that I have made many times

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City Break; Prague: Sharp Claws and Lager.

oldbagonaplane

Apr 5, 20204 min read

City Break; Prague: Sharp Claws and Lager.

Prague is a great European City Break destination. There are many things to do in Prague. Visit Charles Bridge, Prague Castle & Old Town.

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Dec 28, 20195 min read

THE YEAR; 2019

I began my year in sunny Cape Town, South Africa, searching for odd and hidden sites to see. I failed in my efforts to find the abandoned...

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London: Celebrating Steel Drums and Sound Systems at the Notting Hill Carnival.

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Aug 25, 20193 min read

London: Celebrating Steel Drums and Sound Systems at the Notting Hill Carnival.

Life at the Carnival. Celebrating Steel Drums and Sound Systems at London's Notting Hill Carnival

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Ireland's West Coast: A Long Way to go for a Chicken Wing

phyl

Aug 17, 20192 min read

Ireland's West Coast: A Long Way to go for a Chicken Wing

As I enter my..grey years, I’m presented with some incredible opportunities. Contributing to this blog is one, tailing along on...

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Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way: Rain, Cliffs & the Lucky Charms Leprechaun.

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Aug 14, 20193 min read

Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way: Rain, Cliffs & the Lucky Charms Leprechaun.

Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way

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Galway City Break: Ireland's Gem on the Bay Coast. And a Stay at the Galmont Hotel & Spa

oldbagonaplane

Aug 10, 20195 min read

Galway City Break: Ireland's Gem on the Bay Coast. And a Stay at the Galmont Hotel & Spa

Ireland, Galway City Break. Wandering around Ireland's Gem on the Bay Coast.

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Galway Bay, Ireland: Intriguing Exploits await at Dunguaire Castle

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Aug 7, 20192 min read

Galway Bay, Ireland: Intriguing Exploits await at Dunguaire Castle

#RyanAir and #AerLingus are currently running sales for fights to Ireland #DunguaireCastle's history of intrigue and scandal is far...

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