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In addition to providing efficient, inexpensive transport throughout some of the world's greatest cities, their most distinguished rapid-transit systems also provide an insight into history and society. Here are five outstanding examples.
Athens
Incorporating the Athens-Piraeus line built in 1869 as a steam railway and later of course electrified, the Metró Athínas began expanding in the 1990s, and now comprises three lines with 65 stations. Naturally, extensive archaeological f
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Nikko's Toshogu Shrine
A small city in in the mountains some 2½ hours north of Tokyo, Nikko is best known as the site of Toshogu, the famed Shinto shrine established in 1617 as a lavish memorial for the founder of the Tokugawa shogunate (Edo Period). With a picturesque old town and myriad ecotourism and adventure options in the surrounding Nikko National Park (including lovely Lake Chuzenji, Japan's highest, and especially known for its autumn foliage and spring cherry blossom cruises)
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The "land of kings" is also famous for the magnificent hill forts that you simply cannot afford to miss out when you take any Rajasthan travel packages. The hill forts of this most iconic of Indian states stand witness to the rulers of various clans who have contributed to the policies and layout and the structure of the state. These gigantic forts not only portray the rich cultural heritage of Rajasthan, ut is also great masterpieces of architecture and style. The three large hill forts in Ra
When many of us are wee nippers, we stare up at the clouds in fascination at the various and multifarious fantastic forms simple water droplets are capable of creating in our atmosphere. As Joni Mitchell once sang it, “rows and flows of angel hair/ and ice cream castles in the air/and feather canyons everywhere”.
Then, when we start flying in jet airliners, we finally get to see the other side of these great puffy, wispy wonders. But beyond simply marveling (at least at first, before it become
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Today is one of the United States‘ few annual holidays which most of its inhabitants regardless of origin, age, or creed cherish and when families reunite unlike any other time of year except Christmas. Always observed the fourth Thursday of November, Thanksgiving is so deep-rooted at least in part because it’s rooted deeply in the beginnings of this country’s history, when in 1621 it’s said the recently arrived Pilgrim settlers from England shared a harvest feast i
Dover is one of the coastal towns in Kent County, near the United Kingdom's southeastern corner and of course jumping off point for the ferries across the English Channel to Calais, France. Dover is also the administrative center of the Dover District. It is known for the White Cliffs of Dover, the chalk cliffs along the nearby coast. With inexpensive accommodations and friendly locals, this is also one of the most popular places of interest in the UK and has played host to millions of tourists
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Since the early 1960s, the small, picture-postcard town of Breckenridge - about 90 minutes southwest of Denver, with affordable transport options including the Epic Mountain Express - has been a magnet for its skiing and winter sports. But although "Breck" like other winter resorts of the USA's Rocky Mountains can be notoriously pricey, it doesn't have to be!
When to Go
Breckenridge is far from just a winter destination, but its at its peak in winter when skiers and snowboard
by Cristóbal Ramírez
Central Rio de Janeiro is most famous for the likes of Ipanema and Copacabana. But in many ways its most exciting and dynamic scene – along with a plethora of cultural and historic landmarks – is to be found north of them, in the venerable district known as Lapa, adjoining Centro (downtown).
Not long ago considered a bit dodgy due to street crime and delapidation, Lapa has recently benefited from joint efforts by city hall and residents to renovate the area and increase
A continent of wonder that encompasses the South Pole, Antarctica is the driest, windiest, coldest, iciest region on Earth. Small and comfortable expedition cruises are open for booking so that travelers from all over the world can have the experience of a lifetime in the polar landscape, observing wildlife for many days. Being an icy land of pure wilderness, there is always excitement while cruising on a small ship an Antarctica cruise is a dream experience and optional activities such as camp
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You know the dilemmas when it comes to a business trip: catch a flight, attend meeting and dinners and plenty of other activities with clients. With all the expences concerned with flight travel hotel booking, daily breakfast, lunch and dinner and transportation, your business trip could end up costing you big time. While it's great to pay your company's employees hotel, meal, and transportation, these expenses can add up very one.
If you have ever funded for your company then yo
Ashikaga Flower Park: "Christmas Fantasy"
Holiday lights season is almost upon us! Brilliantly colored, intricate illuminations are one of the highlights of a winter trip to Japan, and Tobu Railway Group presents some of the best. These include: Tokyo Skytree, the cit's tallest structure, where colorful lights turn it into the world’s tallest Christmas tree; Ashikaga Flower Park, a magnificently landscaped illuminated garden, recognized as one of the country's three best light shows; the tenth an
The entire idea of experiencing a folk festival is to see into the local culture and understand the tradition that the communities hold onto for generations. What is it that makes these festivals so unique? How do they manage to retain their age-old practices and beliefs despite all the modernization around them? These questions always intrigued me. So when I got a chance to cover Rajasthan's famous Pushkar Mela for a travel magazine (this year held November 15-23, in 2019 Nov. 4-12), I jumped
Dunedin is a very vibrant and architectural city that also gives you the view of the magnificent harbour. It offers a wonderful view of nature and reflects the heritage of New Zealand. It is situated on the east coast of the South Island. With a Dunedin travel guide, you get well acquainted with the place which will ultimately help you explore the cities in a better and affordable way.
The surrounding Otago Peninsula is known for the mainland albatross breeding colony of various ocean birds, an
Daily traffic jams here in Dubai are a significant hindrance. After all, they take a lot of time and can be spent in a more pleasant and meaningful way. With Rental Cars UAE, we know you do not want to wait. So the only caretaker is your car rental - and it's up to you to get to the airport! You jump straight. Then, avoid traffic jams. And here are five tips to achieve this:
1. Avoid Rush Hour
The morning rush hour in the Dubai starts at 07:00 and lasts until 9:00 in the morning.
Renting a car for your vacation can be a stressful experience. Even if you get a good deal, you might worry about arriving past the company’s office hours or them running out of vehicles, giving your preferred car to another customer or aggressively trying to sell you upgrades. After your vacation, you might still be anxious about being charged for damages you were not responsible for or outright being ripped off with fake claims of damages or traffic violations.
So here are 6 tips to help you a
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In Flanders fields the poppies blow
Between the crosses, row on row,
That mark our place; and in the sky
The larks, still bravely singing, fly
Scarce heard amid the guns below.
– John McRae, “In Flanders Fields”
The horrific “Great War” that embroiled dozens of countries, kingdoms, empires, and colonies, and scarred and shaped all of world history for the past century, was fought from July 1914 to Nov
Just two blocks from the White House and within walking distance to everything the nation's capital has to offer, it's easy to see why The Willard InterContinental in Washington DC is known as the "Residence of Presidents" and has remained an anchor in a town that's undergone countless transformations over the hotel's 200-year existence.
In 1862, National Hawthorne wrote, "The Willard may be much more justly called the center of Washington and the Union than either the Cap
by Miguel Martínez Rabanal
When visiting a fascinating new destination, there’s nothing cooler than staying in equally intriguing accommodations. And so here are some of the most fascinating in key #IberiaDestinations in Latin America.
Argentina
Mendoza province is the heart of Argentina wine country, Latin America’s number-one source of the fruits of the vine, and its growing wine tourism industry has in recent years given rise to some superb hospitality options. One of the most interesting
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Our planet is a beautiful place, and one lifetime is barely enough to experience it. Count yourself lucky if you can visit at least three of these five places chosen by Edward Granlund, travel enthusiast, which are some of the most breathtaking and gorgeous places on Earth.
Kauai, Hawaii
One might call this a paradise, and you wouldn't be wrong in doing so. It's also one of the rainiest places on Earth, so prepare your raincoats because it's raining cats and dogs here. Palm trees
When I visit Madrid, I always make a point of stopping at least once for a drink or a feed in one of the focal points at the heart of the historic downtown – aka Madrid de los Austrias, Habsburg Madrid. The cobblestone Plaza Mayor (which means simply “main square”) is a short stroll southwest of Puerta del Sol – the local equivalent of Picadilly Circus or Times Square – and forms an impressive rectangle indeed, 129 by 94 meters (423 x 308 feet) in size.
Today it’s lined w
