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Idyllic Tuscan village turns German

Posted by on June 27, 2007

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Unspoiled Adriatic: Montenegro’s Bay of Kotor

Posted by on June 22, 2007

An hour’s drive south of Dubrovnik, I cross into the tiny and new country of Montenegro. Driving along the fjord-like Bay of Kotor, the humble town of Perast catches my attention.

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Honolulu mixes sophistication with splendor

Posted by on June 21, 2007

With nearly a million residents, Honolulu has still managed to keep the delicate balance between the city and its natural environment, offering visitors the best of both worlds.

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Book Vacations Online

Posted by on June 21, 2007

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We love vacation rentals – there’s usually more space, you can run your own timetable in the morning and there’s no need to be sociable – unless it’s company you’re looking for!

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UFO fest commemorates ‘Roswell Incident’

Posted by on June 19, 2007

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Barcelona: Leading a stateless nation

Posted by on June 15, 2007

Barcelona is Spain’s second city and the capital of the proud and distinct region of Catalonia. With Francisco Franco’s fascism now long gone, Catalonia’s creative and independent spirit is on a roll. Many visitors find this to be Spain’s most cosmopolitan and vibrant corner.