What surprises most Europeans when they first visit the USA is that “everything is just like it is on TV”. From the shopping malls to the whitened smiles and from the way people talk to the cars they drive, – it all seems terribly familiar, yet “much bigger than I had imagined”. Interestingly, even when it comes to “the making of”, the USA is just…
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There’s no denying that Florida is famous for its rollercoasters, waterslides and theme parks. These features attract about 60 million visitors every year – the equivalent of the entire population of the UK! Though it’s true that tourism is the largest sector of Florida’s economy, the historic background of this is equally fascinating.
Central Florida is divided into Seminole, Lake, Osceola and…
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If you’ve booked flights to Orlando, chances are you know all about Walt Disney’s Magic Kingdom and the other theme parks in the area, but the area has much more to offer. Let our top 10 activities in Florida inspire you to make the most of your vacation!
1. Go on a beach driving cruise along the oceanside on Daytona’s sands in a dune buggy or hot…
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Grito de la Independencia is a cry from the heart and history of Mexico that stirs up the dirt and dust on the streets of Cancun the 15th of September. In 2010, it will be exactly 200 years ago that the Mexicans started their indepence war against Spain on the eve of 16th of September 1810 in a church chapel in Dolores Hidalgo, 270km (170 miles) north of Mexico City….
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Faro, the Algarve’s capital, is a hotspot for festivals, cultural events and rallies – notably its renowned Motorcycle rally from the 16th-18th July. If you are a racing enthusiast and are looking for something to do over this weekend, then book your flights to Faro now to avoid disappointment, for this is a hugely popular event.
The rally itself is more than just a race. Attracting over 25,000 leather…
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