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Carinthia’s Magical Christmas Markets in Austria’s stunning Lake District.

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Carinthia’s Magical Christmas Markets

Andy Mossack goes hunting Christmas Markets in Carinthia but soon discovers wellness, lakes and alpine Advent fun.

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Amsterdam’s Neighbourhoods. 11 diverse communities that are fantastic to explore.

Amsterdam’s diverse neighbourhoods are just a clog’s throw from bustling Centrum; a delightful diversion from the city’s compact but touristic centre to fresh open spaces, empty canals and plenty of local colour.Andy Mossack discovers a different side of Amsterdam.

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The LBJ Presidential Library

Lyndon Baines Johnson was Vice President when Kennedy was assassinated in November 1963, and so found himself leading the country during the stormy years of the Vietnam War and the civil rights movement.

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Serbia beyond Belgrade

Belgrade may well be the beating heart of Serbia and a party town to rival the likes of  Berlin, but venture outside the capital and you’ll get to discover what lies beyond, a country that will never cease to surprise you.

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Visiting Chernobyl. Can you safely explore the site of this nuclear accident?

Strange as it may seem, Chernobyl is now becoming a major tourist destination with over 25,000 visitors last year. Most people do a one day trip but you can stay longer if you want.

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Discovering Belgrade

Discovering Belgrade

Belgrade is a city well worth uncovering away from the obvious sights. So come with me away from the tourist hotspots and let’s discover Serbia’s capital.

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Biking in Burgundy

The EuroVelo 6 is a long distance cycle track running 2,270 miles along some of Europe’s major rivers. Rupert Parker tries a short stretch in Burgundy.

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