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ITALY: A Scenic Sojourn through Sicily's Baroque Biosphere
Embark on a road trip through southeastern Sicily, exploring Baroque architecture, vibrant history, and unforgettable great food and holiday
oldbagonaplane
Mar 298 min read
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SPAIN: Barcelona Bound-A Blissful Mini-Break Getaway.
Barcelona offers a perfect blend of culture, relaxation, and adventure. Explore Gaud۪̉s masterpieces and savour seaside views and nightlife
oldbagonaplane
Feb 99 min read
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FINLAND: Sizzling Saunas and City Sights on a Perfect Helsinki Mini Break
Helsinki is an ideal European vacation destination for a short trip. With a direct flight on Finnair from London Heathrow just under 3 hours
oldbagonaplane
Sep 30, 20249 min read
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SLOVENIA: A Mini City-Break Lounging in Ljubljana
Travelling from London Heathrow to Ljubljana takes a little less than two hours, which makes the Slovenian capital city an excellent choice
oldbagonaplane
Apr 12, 20247 min read
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PORTUGAL: The Alluring Algarve
European Travel: Winter vacations sunshine is achievable with a visit to the Algarve in southern Portugal. With a two and a bit hour flight
oldbagonaplane
Mar 1, 20245 min read
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Portugal: Food, Fado and Falling Face Over **** in Lisbon
A holiday in Lisbon, Portugal: The flight time from London Heathrow to Lisbon is two hours and 45 minutes. The city is very easy to...
oldbagonaplane
Nov 4, 202315 min read
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Spain: Mallorca Mini Beach Break Holiday
A mini-break holiday in Mallorca (Majorca) is easy from Heathrow Airport in London.This mini-break holiday took place in early June. As...
oldbagonaplane
Sep 15, 20234 min read
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Stockholm: A Sensational, Sassy and Sophisticated City Break
Enjoy a winter mini-break holiday in Stockholm, Sweden. The city is known for its world-class museums, delicious food scene, and vibrant...
oldbagonaplane
Apr 19, 202311 min read
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ICELAND: City Break Saudade on the Sidewalks of ReykjavÃk
November 2022 Iceland is a superb holiday destination; perfect for a chic mini-break in vibing ReykjavÃk, Spa-hopping at the nation's...
oldbagonaplane
Dec 2, 20228 min read
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SPA TRAVEL ICELAND: Luxury Among the Lava at the Retreat Spa Resort and Silica Hotel, Blue Lagoon
Spa Travel: The Blue Lagoon in Iceland opened two luxury hotels in 2018, the Retreat Spa Resort and the Silica Hotel.
oldbagonaplane
Dec 1, 20226 min read
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UK: Exploring the Jurassic Coast on the South West Coastal Path
The Jurassic Coast is a fabulous UK vacation destination, with beach towns, water sports, nature walks and outstanding natural beauty. It...
oldbagonaplane
Aug 10, 20229 min read
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Italy:The Biennale International Art Festival of Venice. Viva Venezia Arte!
Italy Tourism: The Venice Art Biennale welcomes nearly 100 artists from all over the world. Where better than in Venice?!
oldbagonaplane
Jun 27, 20223 min read
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Paris & London to New York: JR and the Ellis Island Immigrant Hospital Hard Hat Tour
JR: Chronicles at the Saatchi Gallery, Chelsea, London runs until 3 October 2021. This is the largest art exhibition by French artist JR...
oldbagonaplane
Jul 30, 20213 min read
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Europe & USA: Sent la Lavande...Ooh LaLa!
Travelling to local lavender farms has been a number one staycation this summer. Here are some of the best UK, USA and French fields.
oldbagonaplane
Aug 8, 20205 min read
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Prague: Czech Out This Goulash
There are many traditional dishes of the Czech Republic. The goulash is by far my favourite option, and a recipe that I have made many times
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Apr 19, 20203 min read
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City Break; Prague: Sharp Claws and Lager.
Prague is a great European City Break destination. There are many things to do in Prague. Visit Charles Bridge, Prague Castle & Old Town.
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Apr 5, 20204 min read
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THE YEAR; 2019
I began my year in sunny Cape Town, South Africa, searching for odd and hidden sites to see. I failed in my efforts to find the abandoned...
oldbagonaplane
Dec 28, 20195 min read
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London: Celebrating Steel Drums and Sound Systems at the Notting Hill Carnival.
Life at the Carnival. Celebrating Steel Drums and Sound Systems at London's Notting Hill Carnival
oldbagonaplane
Aug 25, 20193 min read
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Ireland's West Coast: A Long Way to go for a Chicken Wing
As I enter my..grey years, I’m presented with some incredible opportunities. Contributing to this blog is one, tailing along on...
phyl
Aug 17, 20192 min read
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Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way: Rain, Cliffs & the Lucky Charms Leprechaun.
Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way
oldbagonaplane
Aug 14, 20193 min read
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