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Discover the Pas de Calais. A Fabulous French Department far less travelled than it deserves.

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Andy Mossack goes to discover the Pas de Calais and finds much more to see than just the ferry port in your rearview mirror.

Andy Mossack goes to discover the Pas de Calais and finds much more to see than just the ferry port in your rearview mirror.

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Rupert Parker travels to Lucerne just in time to see the Lilu Light Festival

Lilu Light Festival. Watch Lucerne light up in a glorious celebration of light and sound.

Lucerne’s first ever Lilu Light Festival with 17 installations by Swiss and international artists scattered through the city for 11 days.

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In this Introduction to Haiti, Rupert Parker ventures to the island nation to find out what it has to offer foreign visitors. Cap Haitien Morning

Introduction to Haiti. Potentially a wonderful Caribbean destination.

I take a short flight to the capital Port Au Prince or PAP, as it’s known locally. The city was almost flattened by the devastating 2010 earthquake but I’m surprised to see little evidence.

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Andy Mossack reviews the Churchill War Rooms and finds a piece of history frozen in 1945.  main20corridor20churchill20war20rooms

Churchill War Rooms. Incredible Opportunity To See History Frozen in Time.

It’s rare a piece of world history can be defined in such an authentic way. In an age of replicas and rebuilds the Churchill War Rooms resonate with reality.

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International Baroque Music Festival Capella Gabetta w Avi Avital

International Baroque Music Festival. Beautiful baroque music in Malta

In recent years, Valletta, once a British garrison town, has been cleverly changing its image. Now it seems more Italian, there are boutique hotels, and last year Valletta was the European Capital of Culture.

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Stuart Forster reveals his insider guide to Munich. An essential companion to see the best sights. SF Germany Munich 0011

Insider guide to Munich. Immerse yourself in Bavaria’s beautiful capital

Munich, Bavaria’s capital, is dotted with world-class museums and historic landmarks that make ensure it’s worth visiting throughout the year.

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Rupert Parker provides his personal guide to Kentucky, and how to enjoy the Bluegrass state. Bluegrass Museum Grand Opening

Unmissable Guide to Kentucky. Discover what makes the wonderful Bluegrass State tick.

Rupert Parker provides his personal guide to Kentucky, and how to enjoy the Bluegrass state.

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