Located on the north-eastern coast of the Iberian Peninsula and the shores of the Mediterranean, Barcelona is the second largest city in Spain and capital of Catalonia.

The popularity and recognition of Barcelona as an internationally significant city can be partly attributed to the legacy of Gaudi and the other Modernistes who contributed largely to the unique and instantly identifiable architecture that acts as a constant reminder of where you are when visiting this multifaceted city.

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Located on the north-eastern coast of the Iberian Peninsula and the shores of the Mediterranean, Barcelona is the second largest city in Spain and capital of Catalonia.

The popularity and recognition of Barcelona as an internationally significant city can be partly attributed to the legacy of Gaudi and the other Modernistes who contributed largely to the unique and instantly identifiable architecture that acts as a constant reminder of where you are when visiting this multifaceted city.

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Located on the north-eastern coast of the Iberian Peninsula and the shores of the Mediterranean, Barcelona is the second largest city in Spain and capital of Catalonia.

The popularity and recognition of Barcelona as an internationally significant city can be partly attributed to the legacy of Gaudi and the other Modernistes who contributed largely to the unique and instantly identifiable architecture that acts as a constant reminder of where you are when visiting this multifaceted city.

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Following the recent and highly successful Tutankhamen exhibition at the O2 in Greenwich ‘Gunther Von Hagens’ Body Works - The Mirror of Time’, opens in late October 2008 and will run until August 2009.

The Bubble Exhibition Space of the O2 will be devoted to the third of von Hagens’ Body Works displays featuring human and animal bodies, and organisers hope it will surpass the success of the Golden Age of the Pharaohs exhibition which sold in excess of one million tickets. The previous two Body Works exhibitions have already clocked up more than 25million visitors worldwide since first displaying in Tokyo 1995, and this third and final instalment ‘The Mirror of Time’ will premiere at the O2.

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As the second largest and second most populous continent in the world, Africa is a colossal land mass that stretches from the Mediterranean sea in the north all the way down past the equator to the southern hemisphere, where it is surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean to the west and the Indian Ocean to the east. However, if asked to think of one attraction Africa is famous for as a tourist destination, most people would possibly say safari parks. Indeed, whilst wildlife sanctuaries such as the Serengeti National Park are deemed one of the most popular tourist attractions in Africa, there is another perhaps more familiar side to the continent.

Representing the most populous city in Africa, Lagos is a major metropolis and is the economic and financial capital of Nigeria, although it was replaced with Abuja as the official capital in 1991. Whilst most of the population of Lagos live in one of the many mainland districts, most visitors will probably want to start in one of the three major urban islands – Ikoyi Island, Victoria Island and Lagos Island.

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If you’re a first time visitor to the City of Angels you might feel somewhat overwhelmed at the mind boggling variety of things to do and places to see.  From beautiful beaches, thrilling theme parks, spectacular sightseeing and a vibrant nightlife, Los Angeles (LA) really lives up to its title of entertainment capital of the world. You will never run out of things to do in LA whether it’s your first time trip or you’re returning for more Californian fun.

Los Angeles County ranks highly in the list of worldwide metropolitan areas with a land mass encompassing more than 10,360 square kilometres. Starting way out in the west, LA stretches from the Pacific Ocean across county to the desert lands of the east offering an incredible array of activities to do in between.

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The winding waterways of London offer a wealth of attractions and sights worth seeing. Whether you want to walk, cycle or sail, be sure to stop off at one of the riverside cafes where you can top off a day out in England with cream teas and satisfying views.

Open air venues on the waterside offer a great range of alfresco dining options; from simple cafes to bars, brassieres and terraces such as those found in the Oxo Tower where the eighth floor location affords great views across the city. If enjoying a leisurely drink by the riverside sounds good then how about sipping summertime refreshments on the river? Tattershall Castle is a pub-cum-boat where drinks can be enjoyed on deck whilst overlooking the South Bank and the landmark London Eye.

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The festive season is fast approaching, bringing with it a mixture of anticipation and anxiety. For many people, the holidays are a chance to relax and take a well-earned rest after a hectic year. It can also be an opportunity to re-group, meet with friends and catch up with the family, whilst indulging in good food.

Indeed, according to a survey of people’s attitudes, 61 per cent of respondents said that spending the festive period with their loved ones was a top priority, with 38 per cent believing that having a traditional Christmas dinner with the family was a key factor in having a merry Christmas.

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A relaxing holiday doesn’t suit everyone, and for some people there is nothing better than getting some skis strapped to their feet, grabbing those ski poles and heading off down a steep mountain.

If you count yourself in this group – regardless of whether you are trying it out for the first time or going for a repeat adventure – then it is important to make sure that safety is your first concern. Despite the stories you occasionally hear about broken legs and arms, skiing is actually incredibly safe if you take the right precautions and don’t try and do more than you are capable of.

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Britain once ruled a vast empire that at various points in time has stretched from the Americas in the west, all the way through to Asia and Australasia in the east. Indeed, for over a century, the British Empire was the foremost global power. But whilst most of this is now consigned to the history books, there is still a smattering of territories around the globe that act as a reminder of Britain’s historical conquests.

There still remain fourteen British overseas territories dotted around the world, ranging from the Falkland Islands in the south all the way up to the Turks and Caicos Islands in the north. However, anyone who visits Providenciales, the most populated of the Turks and Caicos Island group, will soon realise that it really couldn’t be any more different from the country that holds its’ sovereignty.

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