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Getaway car

Here's an interesting idea. Get away from car payments. How about having access to dozens of models of automobiles that you can use, swap and refresh as often as you like. A car subscription. And you should see the choice! Meet FINN. Europe-based FINN are revolutionizing conventional car ownership and making driving…

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Let it all hang out

Nothing like walking along a beach and then - hey presto! - finding out that it's for nudists. That happened to us here in Vancouver, of all places. Luckily, our sunglasses were in place and covered our eyes even if they didn't hide our embarassment. We're not prudes, by any stretch -…

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Don’t be left flat

The future is here . . for those of us who can afford it. Electric vehicles make so much sense, and they're getting ever more affordable. Even car rental companies like Hertz now offer EV rentals with Tesla vehicles. Global cumulative sales of highway-legal light-duty plug-in electric vehicles reached 1 million units in September 2015,[3] 5 million in…

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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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Why you should travel with us

Real Europe Europe is a big and diverse place. We've lived and worked there for decades and know the continent inside and out. We know how to find those hidden places that will take your trip far beyond the norm.  We've been there and will share it with you. Contact us to create your…

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Vamos a Toronto . . pronto!

Let's go to Toronto now! We think that almost everyone has a warm and fuzzy feeling about Canada.  The country is almost like the North American Sweden:  healthcare for all, low violence, a population from every corner of the world and, honestly, nice people.  You can land here and relax. Probably the best place to start…

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More for you to do in Peru

If you have done your research (or, even better) have visited the alluring country of Peru, in South America, chances are good that you have - at the very least - visited Machu Pichu:  that is a must-see. (And the knowledge of that mystical place grows every year.)  Learn more about Peru -  click here. You…

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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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Here comes the sun… stone

Little darling . . . the the Aztec sun stone (Spanish: Piedra del Sol) is a late post-classic Mexica sculpture housed in the National Anthropology Museum in Mexico City, and is perhaps the most famous work of Mexican sculpture.  It is also somewhat of an enigma. There are no clear indications about the authorship or purpose…

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Blursed Castle

We here at Matouring.com are egalitarian:  we're not always about yachts and expensive hotels.  (Come to think about it, we rarely write about that.) But, we do look for the unusual for you, our diverse and eclectic readers.  In this case, we're talking about the stunning coastline and local wineries Central Coast of California, but…

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Ghost with the most, USA

America is a big place, with wide open spaces and curiosities around every every corner.  Those corners can be a long way away from each other, and the curiosities can be even further. Alaska  is the 49th and largest state in the USA.  Separated from the rest of the country, (the "lower 48"), by Canada, Alaska lies on…

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Sleepwalk on the water

How often do you have a dream come true?  This one almost defies belief, and certainly exceeds expectations. Once a monastery, Argos in Cappadocia is an exclusive hotel featuring elegant rooms with elaborate stone carvings and antique furnishings. Some of the suites even have a private indoor pool, perfect for guests dreaming about a romantic…

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Mountains come out of the sky

The first thing that strikes you when you visit Banff, Canada is the sheer size of the mountains.  Words can't describe it -  until you actually see it for yourself. And every time you round a bend in the road, an even bigger mountain presents itself.  It really is something that you need to experience…

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I’ve seen her before

We discovered an article the other day about a female model that you've no doubt seen before.  In fact, she's even been in one of our posts.  But, who is she?  What's she like? Well, believe it or not,  she's an unassuming Canadian woman by the name of Ariane, although her real name is Rebecca Givens. …

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Fun with Get Your Guide

We periodically like to feature our valued affiliate friends.   Today, it's GetYourGuide.com.  Based in  Germany, they have a diverse and exciting mix of activities for almost everyone. Get Your Guide's mission statement We’re on a journey to transform ordinary trips into extraordinary ones. We are your guide, bringing you personal experiences. Wherever your travels take…

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