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Transport in Barcelona

Monday, November 30th, 2009

Barcelona by land
Three main freeways connect Barcelona to the rest of Spain. From France you take the A-7, from the center of Spain you can follow National highway II or the A-2 (freeway), and from the southern area of the peninsula the A-7 or the A-16 from Tarragona will bring you into the city. The [...]

Barcelona - an overview

Monday, November 30th, 2009

The city is flanked by the rivers Besos (on the East) and the Llobregat (on the West). The Collserola Mountains and the Mediterranean Sea surround it on th eNorth and South, always limiting Barcelona’s growth. Because of its size, the city is ideal for walking. The old town, comprised of the Barri Gotic, is famous [...]

Travel Packing List

Saturday, August 22nd, 2009

At the moment I am planning my trip to Berlin, as I am leaving on Friday. I found this travel packing list really helpful. Worth referring to, so as to be sure not to leave anything behind!

London congestion charge

Wednesday, April 8th, 2009

The London congestion charge is a fee for some motorists travelling within those parts of London designated as the Congestion Charge Zone (CCZ). The main objectives of this charge are to reduce congestion, and to raise funds for investment in London’s transport system. The zone came into operation in parts of Central London on 17 [...]

Easter in Barcelona

Wednesday, March 4th, 2009

If you are looking for somewhere ideal for a short break for Easter holidays, then you might want to consider visiting Barcelona. I have been to Barcelona a couple of months ago for a short break (4 days), and we managed to visit major sites, and we also managed to fit in two days outside [...]

Greenwich Cutty Sark webcam

Tuesday, September 30th, 2008

The Cutty Sark is a clipper ship, which was built in 1869, and served as a merchant vessel (the last clipper to be built for that purpose), and then as a training ship until being put on public display in 1954. It is preserved in dry dock at Greenwich in London, but was damaged in [...]

Ireland - the World’s Friendliest Destination

Tuesday, July 15th, 2008

Ireland named as the world’s ‘Friendliest Destination’’
by Lonely Planet Bluelist 2008, published October 2007
Ireland has topped the list of the World’s Friendliest Destinations in the new edition of Lonely Planet Bluelist 2008, the annual title which captures the best in travel for the coming year. The eagerly-awaited book, which is now in its [...]

Holiday in Ireland

Tuesday, July 15th, 2008

One of the many destinations I would like to visit is Ireland. I have never been before, but I plan to visit Ireland some time soon, hopefully. I’ve read a lot about Ireland, and seen many pictures, and I must say that I think it’s a beautiful country, with pictoresque countryside! I think it would [...]

Wonderful Weather in Malta

Tuesday, July 8th, 2008

Many travellers may decide on a holiday destination based on the weather. You might opt for a skiing holiday or a holiday by the beach, for instance. You might also prefer a warmer or colder country. But, if you are looking for a holiday by the beach, or just somewhere warm, then Malta is surely [...]

The reasons why I enjoy travelling

Tuesday, July 8th, 2008

Although one of the main reasons why I enjoy travelling, like many people, is to break everyday routine and to relax, I must say that the biggest satisfaction I get from travelling is the fact that I see new places, meet new people and learn new things. Every place has something unique, which other places, [...]