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Sustainable, maintainable

If you know us, you’ll know that we have a sweet spot for some companies.  One of which is Europe’s EasyJet.  Having lived in Europe and travelled around the continent for work and play, we appreciate EasyJet’s focus on things that matter, such as treating customers well, modern and efficient aircraft,  a vast network of destinations, a genuine focus on sustainability and pleasing prices.  They also have teriffic holiday packages, as well. Here, we share some useful information about they do and will continue to to make air travel a sensible choice. Next time you’re traveling…
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The eighth wonder of the world

Turkey stands at the crossroads of Asia and Europe, and has so for millenia.  Its importance cannot be understated, especially when you consider all that it has brought to the world. If you've been, you'll know that one of the most unforgettable experiences there is the Bosphorus.  Huge, bustling, vibrant and stunning, it has also had…
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Dandy is handy

Whenever you visit Paris, you want to stuff as much activity as you can into each moment.  And, of course, there are probably just too many things to do in Paris that you might find yourself getting distracted -  I know I do. But, here's a place that will make your life a little easier: …
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Europe bound? Better save some extra cash….

...especially if you're from the UK.  Due to Brexit, those travelers from England, Scotland and Wales will now need to pay a fee and fill in additional paperwork starting this year in order to enter Europe legally. Why?  The rules around freedom of movement have changed following the UK's departure from the EU.  Those from the…
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On the trail of the Holy Grail

Finding the Holy Grail would be, well . . . like finding the Holy Grail. For background, The Holy Grail (French: Saint Graal, Breton: Graal Santel, Welsh: Greal Sanctaidd, Cornish: Gral) is a treasure that serves as an important motif in Arthurian literature. Different traditions describe it as a cup, dish or stone with miraculous powers that provides eternal youth or sustenance in infinite abundance, often…
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Where would we be without Google Maps?

Look away if you're over a certain age.  This next sentence will be painful. As of the date of this article, Google celebrates its twenty-fourth year in existence.   And Google Maps is seventeen.  They grow up so quickly. But, as you might imagine, it hasn't always been completely smooth.  And it's had its issues.  Here…
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Pobrecito: the twelve year-old president

It's not easy being important.  Above and beyond all of your daily duties, you have even more activities that fill up the rest of the day.  And that day often turns into night, since you're so busy. But some important people just can't get a break. Pity poor Pedro Sánchez, the Spanish Prime Minister.  Smart, young, handsome…
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Turkish delight

Here's a bit of fun for you. The amusing (and complex, so pay attention) Turkish Netflix series, Midnight at the Pera Palace, is a sharp, stylish and binge-worthy adventure.  Initially set in modern-day Istanbul, a journalist is thrust into the past and must stop a plot that could change the fate of modern Turkey. What…
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Take Italy from the authorities – Italians.

Imagine living in one of the most desired travel destinations in the world.  Friends are jealous when you visit there, especially when they haven't (yet.)  You visit there often, but are still bamboozled with all of the places you haven't seen.  And Covid has set your travel plans back at least two years. Welcome to the…
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