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Travel > Europe What Are the Best Greek Products to Buy for Seniors? So what are the best products you can get for the older members of your family from the enchanting country of Greece? Read more	14	30th Dec 2020 Amy Smith Brown
Travel > Europe UK’s Safest and Most Perilous Cities to Live In The rampant crimes and attacks all around the UK in recent years contribute to the increasing paranoia felt by natives and immigrants. Read more	13	5th Dec 2018 Kyla Jones
Travel > Europe The Top 5 Tips: Beaches in the South of Gran Canaria - Which one suits you? We have put together a small overview of some completely different beaches of the south of Gran Canaria. By reading this article you will find out what they offer, so that you can choose the beach that suits your expectations best. Read more	3	23rd Oct 2018 Daniel Grassmann
Travel > Europe How to spend a lot more time in sunny Europe I bet you’ve spent a huge amount of time in Europe over the years. It’s got to the point where you’re sick and tired of Britain. Maybe you can’t move abroad due to work commitments, but you can still visit the continent on a more regular basis. Read more	1	25th May 2018 Milton Grimes
Travel > Europe The best holiday experience awaits you in Algarve, Portugal Algarve- the pearl of Portugal Read more	0	14th Apr 2018 Rono Bens
Travel > Europe The Devil's Bridge and the Castello della Badia in Vulci The Ponte della Badia, also called the Devil's Bridge, is an imposing structure that shows different construction phases. The name Ponte del Diavolo was given by the population in the Middle Ages, as for the belief of the time (unaware of the Roman and Etruscan sizes) only the Devil was able to build such a bridge with arches so high and wide. Read more	2	4th Apr 2018 Curioso Errante
Travel > Europe Pitigliano (Italy) - the heart of the tuff area In the area between Tuscany and Lazio, called Area del Tufo, due to the abundance of this material, there is still a fascinating and mysterious territory, still hardly beaten by mass tourism. In this area there are some historical centers that leave amazed for their beauty, and one of these is Pitigliano. Read more	0	4th Apr 2018 Curioso Errante
Travel > Europe The Best Senior Holidays for 2017 The hidden gems which are becoming favourite holiday locations for the over 50s Read more	2	15th May 2017 James McAlister
Travel > Europe Beauty spots to visit in France this Spring With Spring fast approaching, I look at where you can go in France for a relaxing and peaceful break. Read more	1	17th Nov 2016 Dennis Star
Travel > Europe Finding your way through a French flea market Ever wondered what it is like in a French flea market? In this guide, I run through all you need to know. Read more	0	12th Sep 2016 Dennis Star
Travel > Europe Enjoying a Romantic Getaway in Dubrovnik for Older Couples Romance is an integral part of any relationship. As an old couple, relighting the old flame is something worth undertaking once in a while. One of the ways you can get to do this, is by visiting Dubrovnik, the old town of Croatia. Read more	0	2nd Aug 2016 Alex Jacob Slash
Travel > Europe 5 Fun things you can do in Sibenik if you are over 50 In here I explain why you should visit Sibenik and why it is an extremely friendly city for everyone. Read more	0	20th Jul 2016 Lana Omelic
Travel > Europe Best Things to do in Belgrade for Seniors Belgrade’s many entertainment and adventure opportunities are geared to the younger set, but there are equally a number of options for fitness-conscious seniors who are seeking recreational thrill beyond rides and cartoon characters. Read more	1	3rd Jan 2016 Goky Brkic
Travel > Europe Top 6 things you need to see in Dubrovnik When people talk about visiting Europe, they usually go for the already worn out cities like Paris, Rome, Venice... These are cities that get numerous tourist visits every day of the year and you can barely take a picture of yourself without another tourist taking one of his own inside yours, "photobombing" you in the process. Well, lucky for you, there is a hidden gem called Dubrovnik, located in Dalmatia region of Croatia, right next to the Adriatic Sea. Read more	0	11th Nov 2015 Alex Morgan
Travel > Europe Beauties of Split and its area Sometimes words are not enough to describe a thing or place. This is the case with Split - a centuries-old city settled on the shore of Croatia in region known as Central Dalmatia. A one would need all his senses to see, feel and utterly experience all the history, culture and liveliness Split embodies. But let's not forget to mention the beauties of its area; it shouldn't be neglected for any reason. Some smaller cities, but rich in versatile tourist offer can be found there. Read more	0	27th Jun 2015 Goky Brkic
Travel > Europe Top 10 Cafes to Visit Around Europe Simon Chiswell, owner of prestigious coffee brand Chiswells of London shares his top coffee shops around Europe. Read more	0	21st May 2015 Ross Tavendale
Travel > Europe A Quick Look at Best Cocktail Bars in London Cosmopolitan? Sex on the beach? Dry Martini? Three types of rum with a dash of pineapple, elder flower garnished with enticing lavender foam? Or possibly your taste buds just want to sip a happy hour monitor? Read more	1	29th Apr 2015 Lana Marshall
Travel > Europe Explore The Beauty Of The Northern Croatian Coast Get to know the beautiful northern coast of Croatia, which is, in my opinion, a little less presented to the world, than the southern one. Read more	3	12th Feb 2015 Andrea Stelar
Travel > Europe Consider Sailing Holidays in Croatia Croatian coast will conquer you with ease. Something that needs to be experienced sooner rather than later. Read more	0	26th Jan 2015 TanyaAE
Travel > Europe Reasons Why You Should Visit Ibiza This Summer Ibiza isn't usually the first place you think of when you start to plan a relaxing summer holiday, however the White Island has a lot more to offer than first meets the eye. Read more	2	30th Jul 2014 Ross Tavendale
Travel > Europe To France in search of WW1 poet Wilfred Owen A weekend in northern France to visit the Maison Forestiere house where WW1 poet Wilfred Owen stayed before he fought his final battle. Then on a walk in his footsteps to the place where he died and his final resting place in a British War Cemetery in the village of Ors. Read more	1	10th May 2014 Zoë Dawes
Travel > Europe Experiencing All the Breathtaking Beauty Norway has to Offer The best way to experience one of the most impressive countries of natural scenery in the world: Norway. Read more	1	18th Dec 2013 Sue Stelling
Travel > Europe Last minute short haul Christmas getaways If you’re getting bored of the same Christmas day routine of turkey dinner, the Queen’s speech and falling asleep in your armchair by 4pm, you may want to consider getting away this Christmas. Many places in Europe are only a short flight away and boast some of the best Christmas destinations in the world, from authentic markets and magical lighting displays to traditional foods, festivals and fantastic shopping. Read more	2	24th Dec 2012 Laura Wilkins
Travel > Europe Tuscany’s hidden gems There are some areas of beautiful Tuscany that are often forgotten which offer spectacular scenery and calm contemplation away from the hustle and bustle of the major cities Read more	0	28th Sep 2012 Laura Wilkins
Travel > Europe Insider’s Guide to Corfu Jo Simmons lived and worked in Corfu for 10 years and is a true expert on all that this beautiful island has to offer. Here’s her insider’s guide to Corfu, complete with some top tips and off-the-beaten-track ideas. Read more	3	28th Aug 2012 Laura Wilkins
Travel > Europe A Sicilian adventure Located off the tip of Italy’s toe Sicily is a concentrated distillation of history, architecture and gastronomic delights, where mountain ranges jostle for supremacy, incandescent volcanoes light up the night skies and the sea has sculpted a coastline of stunning variety and beauty. Here’s a pick of some of the best activities for travellers when visiting this unique and often remarkable island. Read more	3	24th Aug 2012 Laura Wilkins
Travel > Europe Thinking of a ski break with the family this Easter? The Easter break offers a final opportunity to indulge in a family ski holiday with children and grandchildren outside of term time. However, as the season presses on, not all resorts offer great snow cover, so you need to pick wisely to ensure you’re not disappointed. Read more	4	29th Mar 2012 Laura Wilkins
Travel > Europe Holiday or Permanent Living on the Costa Blanca, Spain We have just returned from a lovely over 55's resort near Benidorm that offers superb accommodation, fine food, excellent facilities and entertainment, a full social life and 24/7 medical cover. Ciudad Patricia. Read more	0	18th Nov 2011 Tony Carter
Travel > Europe Spring break spring break is not only for the MTV watching youngsters in the US Read more	4	25th Feb 2011 Jay Carter
Travel > Europe Holiday time Make a romantic gesture with a cheap holiday, I am all heart - and they said romance is dead Read more	7	13th Jan 2011 Jay Carter