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Russian tourists: myths and reality
Russian tourists have acquired reputation of drunken ruffians, notable brawlers and rare boors. A new study of the British flight search engine Skyscanner insists that not all stereotypes about Russian tourists are true.
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Tickets for Euro 2012 will go on sale in March
The first days of spring will bring not only long-awaited bright and sunny weather, but also extremely good news for football fans. On the first day of spring, March 1, will begin selling of tickets for EURO 2012 matches, which will be held in Ukraine and
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Budapest, Prague and Krakow are the cities that are worth visiting in 2011
One of the leading American editions, the daily newspaper «The New York Times», published a list of 40 most exciting places in the world, which are definitely worth visiting in 2011. According to the analysts of the well-known American publication, in add
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U.S. warns American travelers about the threat of terrorism
The U.S. Department of State has published the official information and warning to the U.S. citizens about the threat of massive terrorist attacks in Europe.
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Despite the unfriendly advertising slogans that promise travelers lack of hospitality, heating and comfort, Karosta Hotel in Latvia, located on the 6th place of the rating, does not lack visitors.
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The most stylish hostel in Slovenia according to Lonely Planet, Celica hostel, holds the fourth position of the Tourism-review rating and is included in the list of 25 places to stay according to Rough Guides.
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10 developing countries for adventure tourism
Former Republic of one of the greatest states - the Soviet Union - which has become now part of the European Union holds the eighth place in the ranking. Mixture of mysteriously frightening post-Soviet peculiarities, developed European infrastructure and
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Top 10 strangest laws from the traveler’s point of view
3. France, England. Here is forbidden to kiss at the railway station.
According to the people who know a lot about the lofty emotions romance has died in France in 1910 at the railway station. Since then, public kisses are prohibited on platforms of the
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Top 10 strangest laws from the travelers’ point of veiw
6. Canada. Payments with small coins and banknotes are not allowed.
You may say that the money is always money, even if it is a coin. However, traveling to Canada you shouldn’t forget to take with you your credit cards, because according to the establis
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Top 10 strangest laws from the travelers’ point of view
The law is a necessity in any society. It protects us and allows feeling safe. However, traveling around the world, we often face with the amazing, funny or simply senseless laws, which seem to intend to cause confusion or even anger. The famous travel ma
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The best gay resorts worldwide
Modern society with every passing day demonstrates the increasing loyalty to people with different sexual orientation and tourism market increased the importance of the gay community.
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5 top cities in Europe for beer lovers
Of course, many people know the capital of Belgium thanks to its famous delicious chocolate. However, beer connoisseurs certainly know Brussels as one of the headiest European capitals. The oldest brewery in Europe was founded in Brussels in the Middle Ag
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Russian tourists conquer the ski resorts of Europe
Wealthy Russian winter sports amateurs have long and confidently been conquering the resorts of Western and Eastern Europe in search of exciting adventures and active sports. Over the past six years the resorts of Austria, Switzerland, Italy and France ha
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10 best attractions in Eastern Europe (continued)
9. The Old Town in Sozopol, Bulgaria. 2 690 000 visitors annually.
Sozopol is one of the oldest cities on the Black Sea coast of the Bulgarian Thrace, the first settlements of which belong to the Bronze Age.
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10 best attractions in Eastern Europe (continued)
7. Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow, Russia. 3 110 000 visitors annually
The State Tretyakov Gallery is the largest museum of fine arts in Moscow and the largest repository of Russian fine art in the world. The History of the Tretyakov Gallery began in 1856, w
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10 best attractions in Eastern Europe (continued)
5. St. Isaac's Cathedral, St. Petersburg, Russia. 3 301 000 visitors annually.
The Cathedral of St. Isaac of Dalmatia, or simply St. Isaac's Cathedral is the second highest the Orthodox church in the world (101.5 m) and the first in St. Petersburg. The c
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10 best attractions in Eastern Europe
3. Peter and Paul Fortress, St. Petersburg, Russia 3,789,000 visitors annually.
Peter and Paul fortress on Hare Island is a real stronghold and a historical centre of St. Petersburg. Fortress was founded by Peter I on 16 (27) May 1703 and was originally
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10 best Eastern European attractions
Despite the fact that the Eastern and Central European countries have significant advantages, Western tourists mention them in selecting an attractive tourist destination for the coming holidays, but not in the first place. Euromonitor International has p
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The Baltic Way photo exhibition will be held in London
From November 20 to November 22 this year in Wales Center for International Affairs in Cardiff (UK), as well as from November 26 to December 8, in the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development in London will be held an exclusive photo exhibition of
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Ten best festivals of Europe 2010
Anticipating the joy of music fans the popular British publication The Guardian published a list of 10 best festivals of the next year. It is noteworthy that among such giants of European music industry as Helfest (France), Springfestival (Austria) and Ic
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Tourist business is showing signs of recovery after the global financial crisis
According to the American Express Global Business Travel Forecast 2010 the global tourism industry is showing signs of recovery after surging the global financial crisis. Thus, following the withdrawal of the recession and as the compensation for last yea
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The most highly developed nations of the world were named
Intelligent Community Forum (ICF) that is studying economic and social development of diverse communities of the world has recently announced the results of "2010 Smart21" that represents a list of 13 most highly developed nations in 2010.
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Congratulations to everyone with the World Tourism Day!
Each of us who have once run away from the daily routine, fuss and troubles to the seaside, into the invigorating coolness of the forest or just out of the town, felt himself an avid discoverer, explorer and adventurer. So today, on September 27, the Worl
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The most inexpensive countries in Europe
USB, one of the leading financial companies in Europe, had announced the results of a very intriguing study, in which were considered the prices and wages in 73 different countries around the world. As a result, it was found that it is better to work in W
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The strangest buildings in the world
The modern history of humanity amazes by its scope and variety of experiments. The latest technology and materials have enabled people to create and to carry out experiments in a wide range of fields. Today, not only artists surprise us by the avant-garde
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The strangest buildings in the world
The modern history of humanity amazes by its scope and variety of experiments. The latest technology and materials have enabled people to create and to carry out experiments in a wide range of fields. Today, not only artists surprise us by the avant-garde
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The list of the most extraordinary museums in the world is published
Awe, excitement and adrenaline, every collector feels it when he finds something new, rare and outstanding, what can be added to his exclusive collection.
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The list of the most evil nations of Europe was published
According to the recent survey conducted among the Europeans by a satellite Gold Channel, the British are recognized the European nation, which fly into a rage more frequently than any other nation.
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