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The Travel Photo of the Day is of Kadir Treehouse in Turkey

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The Travel Photo of the Day is of Kadir Treehouse in Turkey and was taken by jonrawlinson

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Olympos is a city located in a valley at the south coast of Turkey, founded during the Hellenistic period. Over two thousand years ago, Olympos was described by Cicero as a wealthy, thriving city full of [...]

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Five Things To Do In Boston

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If you ever get the chance to visit Boston, Massachusetts, you’ll be delighted by the historic charm and modern flourish embodied in one of America’s favorite cities. Here are five things to do during your visit that will give you a sense of the city and let you have some fun at the same time:

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Travel Hack: How To Beat Jet Lag

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Travelling across time zones can be an exciting part of a vacation. Any shock you might experience at the changing time is absorbed by the relaxed nature of your adventure and the extra time you have to sleep. But what about business travellers who travel often and need to hit the ground running when they [...]

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Smart Travel: Know The “Best Practices” Of Adventure Activities

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When you pack for a trip, there is one item that could mean a ruined trip or even loss of life if your forget it:

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Australia’s Archibald Fountain

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The Archibald Fountain was built in 1932 by the French sculptor, Francois Sicard, to commemorate the bond between France and Australia during the first World War. Mr. J.F. Archibald set up a fund to pay for the fountain along with instructions as to how he wanted his personal gift to the City of Sydney constructed.

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Rome’s Legendary Fountains: Trevi Fountain

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Why do fountains resonate so deeply with us? Perhaps the reason is that we are made almost entirely of the same water that rushes out and over the fountain structures that are limited only by the imagination of their creators. One of the most famous fountains in Rome and perhaps the world is Fontana di [...]

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Barcelona’s Magic Fountain of Montjuic

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The Magic Fountain of Montjuic is a bit of a misnomer because any magic the fountain might have is due to the engineering prowess of Carles Buigas. Built for the 1929 World Fair, The Magic Fountain of Montjuic was brought from concept to finish in less than a year through the efforts of more than 3,000 workers. 80 years later, the fountain’s “magic” attracts more than 2.5 million visitors who flock to see the water and light show choreographed to music that plays over loudspeakers.

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Travel The World For Less: East Coast Wine Expo’s

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If you enjoy the tastes and smells of far-away lands, you’ll take great delight in a large-scale wine tasting. Most small wine-shop tastings offer only a few bottles to try and perhaps some cheese and crackers. For a flat rate, a wine expo typically offers you the pick of hundreds of wines. You’ll be able [...]

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