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Visa facilitations for the benefit of tourists
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Today's pressconference Photo: EbS To facilitate travelling for tourists willing to visit Europe, and to spend their time and money, is crucial for our economy, and this is particularly important in a time of crisis, like the one that we are expe...
Gorgeous Greek Gorges
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In Greece there are many exceptionally beautiful gorges scattered throughout various parts of the country, both on the mainland as ... Continue reading...
Greece expresses regret over assaulted Korean tourist in Athens
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SEOUL, Oct. 30 (Yonhap) The Greek government has expressed regrets over a Korean tourist who was allegedly assaulted by police ... Continue reading...
One of Rome’s best kept secrets: Ostia Lido off-season
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Fall days don’t come much more beautiful than the one we had in Rome yesterday. A gently warm temperature and perfect sunshine created irresistible weather for spending time outdoors. We headed off for a waterfront lunch and a leisurely meander...
Traveling The Romantic Road
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One of the best ways to explore Germany is to take the so called "Romantic Road" which is actually a long charming drive that takes you from Bavaria, through the Franconia wine country, right up to the foothills of the great German Alps. Despite the...
Spain in the Snow
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The last thing that comes to mind when you picture Spain is ski slopes and wintry weather. However, this country happens to have more to offer than just your typical beach break as there's a variety of mountainous landscape to discover from the Pyre...
Where Not to Travel in Europe
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Europe is a highly popular holiday/travel destination and somewhere that offers a range of diverse cultures, climates and scenery. However the very diverse nature of Europe is also what ensures that there are also some bad spots to travel. Over such...
Travel agents may not automatically include insurance
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A travel agent may not automatically include travel insurance when selling airline tickets. Such “optional extras” may only be offered on an “opt-in” basis. The EU Court of Justice followed its advocate-general, Jan Mazák, in...
Prague and Budapest: Two Cities To Choose From
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The Czech Republic is a country that was stricken by communism, however Prague displays the aftermath of this era: its architecture is a mixture of dark and gothic with modern and progressive, and its traditional beliefs juxtapose wildly with its wes...
Looking for my Europe in the New World
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The Gaulois were on holiday in August. In between roadside diners and glorious scenery, we have been looking for Europe in eastern Canada. Europe means different things to different people. You can think of it as the birthplace of western culture or...
Getting down and dirty on Sziget
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This time we went on-the-ground – literally Let there be no mistake – camping is the best way to completely enjoy all one music festival has to offer, especially if it's integrated with other venues, as is the case on the Sziget. And this year we...
The Striking Attractions Of Barcelona, Spain
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When you have worked for a lengthy period of time there is no doubt that you deserve a break. Of course you have very many options when it comes to the destination of your vacation. There are numerous places within the country that you might visit. H...
You could spend a lifetime exploring the British Isles
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I wonder whether you have to spend time abroad fully to appreciate Britain. Like other MEPs, I am in Brussels most of the week. Not that I have anything against the place, you understand; on the contrary, I’ve become fond of the city, and yet fonde...
The glacier and the tiger
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Some years ago a friend told me that, working in Washington for her own PhD, she was worried about her little daughter, growing without seeing a real cow, not knowing where the milk and the butter, not to mention the hamburgers, do comes from. So it...
El glaciar y el tigre
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Algunos años atrás una amiga me contaba que estudiando en los Estados Unidos le preocupaba que su hija no llegase nunca a ver una vaca de verdad. Como podría la pequeña Isabel saber de donde salía la leche, o la mantequilla, por no decir el lomi...
Hungary Tourist Industry Wants Weather Forecasters To Lighten Up
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Hungarian tourism industry providers want weather forecasters to take a more cheerful tone about bad weather, because the downtrodden reports of clouds and rain are bad for business.
Obtain A Map Of Paris From The Net
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Anyone traveling to Paris for the first time will require a map of Paris. It is especially essential for people going on tours. France is one of the most favored places of visit in the world. The place is famous for history, wine, cheese, food, place...
The Costa Blanca is home to the very best luxury villas Spain has to offer
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Do not be misled, the luxury villas Spain, especially the Costa Blanca, are home to usually are not all constructed precisely the same, and behind safe gates. The luxury villas Spain has on offer to you additionally include buildings with tradition w...
Summer fun
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The European Commission posted today also some handy tips as to how to spend a worry-free summer. Read it, if you are going to be travelling this summer and you are not sure what rights you have as a traveller or what to do in case of an emergency. R...
Passenger rights at hand
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A friend of mine once brought her copy of the Civil Code to a store in order to get a pair of trousers replaced (and was successful). For European travellers in possession of a smartphone, as of today, it is possible to consult and invoke their right...
EU-USA PNR agreement in force
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A short update about the transfer of passenger name records. According to the Official Journal of the European Union (OJEU 4.7.2012 L 174/1): The Agreement between the United States of America and the European Union on the use and transfer of pas...
Verkehrsrecht in Europa – die Landesunterschiede
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Wer mit dem eigenen Auto oder einem Mietwagen in den Urlaub fährt, der sollte sich vorab gut über die Verkehrsbestimmungen des jeweiligen Landes informieren. Das Verkehrsrecht innerhalb Europas ist durchaus sehr unterschiedlich geregelt, so dass ma...
Top Reasons Why You Should Visit Poland
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Poland is a country located in central Europe. It is a country thought to have a rich historical background. Travelers like its diversity and boredom is obviously out of the question. Every town is rendered with some thing exclusive socially and also...
Why England looks like England
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Why spend your summer holidays abroad? I mean, fair enough if your thing is sumo wrestling or scuba-diving or sunbathing. But, if you want to be surrounded by beautiful places, why leave the British Isles? I’m not suggesting for a moment that it’...
The alternative guide to charming Copenhagen
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If you had not already been told, I'll tell you: Copenhagen is a fantastic place!
A Guide To French Skiing Vacations
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France is the ultimate choice of the skiing enthusiast who goes on a skiing holiday. This is because there are more than 40 fully fledged ski resorts in France and the good news is that some of them are kept open all year.
ICT travel-swap solutions ― what value for health, business and the environment?
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We all look forward to packing our case for that two-week holiday every summer. But travelling for work – especially if it becomes a more-than-regular habit ― can actually be harmful to your health. According to a recent article, people who ‘...
ICT Tourism Business Platform
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Since the Internet became more popular, travel information search and booking has been one of the top five most popular consumers' tasks online. Consumers book flights, hotels and whole package trips online. And even if they decide to make a travel r...
Four Fine French Villages
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France offers a wide choice to tourists, not just in the towns and cities but also in its many smaller towns and villages. Steeped with medieval style design and roads, the eowns and villages in France are some of the most beautiful in the world. If...
Your Options When Shopping in Paris
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Get a luxurious shopping experience in Paris, the shop in hub of the world. You will find a wide range of shopping outlets as well starting from quaint tiny boutiques as well as large and high end department stores.
Set out a Cheap Travel to Barcelona
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It is not yet too late to include in your planner a special treat to get a taste of your accomplishment. A cheap travel to Barcelona may just be perfect for you. Grab this chance to savor the second largest city in Spain.
Barcelona – Encounter Spain’s Colorful And Traditional City
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Barcelona is the second largest city in Spain. Because of this, so much of the Spanish culture accumulates in this area: fashion, science, art, entertainment. Not only is Barcelona a bustling modern city, but it also has 2000 years of history under i...
A weekend in Helsinki
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Last weekend I was in Helsinki for the XXI European Congress of the Young European Federalists (also known by the French acronym JEF, Jeunes Européens fédéralistes). The Congress, which meets every two years in a different European city, is the &#...
Having given up on an industrial future, the EU concentrates on its industrial past
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It is a sad day, but there you have it,The 2011 European Tourism Day event will be entitled " Industrial heritage: differentiating the European tourism offer " and will be held on 27 September 2011, on the occasion of World Tourism Day.And what is th...
How to Search for European Holiday Apartments Online Like on wimdu.co.uk
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There are a wide variety of websites today where you can search for a European holiday apartment online, such as on wimdu.co.uk. From the homepage of these sites, you can simply choose your destination by navigating an interactive map, clicking on li...
Cheap Apartment Hotels in Madrid On Your Europe Tour
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When you rent cheap apartment hotels in Madrid on your Europe tour, you can save a lot of money on your stay in this classic Spanish city. That's because there are a wide variety of apartment hotels to choose from in the city with nothing to pay...
Most Romantic Places in Europe
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There are many reasons that people travel to Europe, but one of the more popular reasons is that Europe is known to be a highly romantic destination and a great place for couples and newly weds to visit whether it’s for a city break or somewher...
The Telegraph’s Istanbul guide and more Istanbul news…
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Istanbul city break guide Telegraph.co.uk An essential guide to Istanbul, Turkey, including insider’s advice on the city’s best hotels, attractions, bars, shops and restaurants from our expert, Terry Richardson. Without a shadow of...
Petra ticket prices
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The ancient city of Petra is the highlight of any visit to Jordan. The great Nabatean city, with most buildings constructed between the 5th Century BC and 2nd Century AD, is a must-see. However the problem is the ticket price. … Continue readin...
European Forests
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Everyone rages about how great beach holidays are and the appeal isn’t hard to see – they’re associated with relaxing in the sun, with swimming in the sea and with watching the waves lap against the shore. However while beaches are grea...
Boosting Tourism With a Halal Label
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A Brussels chamber of commerce has launched a halal certification scheme to boost Muslim tourism in the city.
Strict new rules for Club Med deter holidaymakers
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“We’re not sure we like the sound of austerity,” said Puffy Lump as she perused the brochures at her local travel agent, “It wouldn’t be a real holiday, not like what we’ve been used to anyways.” Puffy and he...
Madrid
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I had an amazing time in Madrid this past weekend – my first visit to that city. After several weeks in cold, rainy Brussels it was a welcome respite. It also made me realize just how much I’m starting to miss being in a big city.Madrid reminded...
EU subsidised travel? The next step in a Summer's dream
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The glorious weather in London today has reminded us of a story we noted last month - but have not yet had a chance to share here :-)In these rather gloomy (except today) and dark times of recession and gloom, what could be more uplifting than a holi...
Je (Cœur) Paris! I (Heart) Paris!
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Today I will travel by train from Verona, Italy to Paris. By tomorrow morning, I will be in the French capital for the first time in my life.Score: 0 (0 votes cast)...
EU Law: Tourism
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Should the same internal market rules (and others) apply to all businesses, or should certain sectors be singled out for special treatment in the European Union?Tourism is now mentioned in the treaty, but without a legal base for specific action. The...
