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Archaeologists unearth 120 new Terracotta Warriors in Xi’an
Archaeologists have unveiled 120 new terracotta warriors at the Qin Shihuang UNESCO World Heritage Site in Xi’an, China. The third excavation to take place at the site since 1974, this latest discovery includes items never seen before in the collection, … Continue reading
Shopping, eating and adventure in Morocco
This article was written by Alexandra, an enthusiastic traveller and blogger for Sky Park Secure who provide affordable Manchester Airport Parking. The beauty and culturally rich history of Morocco has been known to inspire many an artist and writer. Despite being … Continue reading
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Top 10 Trans-Siberian Experiences
The Trans-Siberian is a legendary railway stretching from Moscow all the way to Vladivostok. Here we concentrate on the stretch between Moscow and Beijing, and take a look at a few of the best things to look forward to (and … Continue reading
Commemorating ANZAC Day 2012 with London Legacy
With ANZAC Day just around the corner, many people’s thoughts turn to remembering those who have fallen in service to their country, especially at Gallipoli during the First World War. Read on for details about how to win tickets to … Continue reading
Top 10 tips for travellers to India’s tiger reserves.
By Julian Matthews. The Indian continent is recognised as one of the true natural wonders of the world. Travellers have been travelling to India for centuries to marvel at its astounding landscapes and mega biodiversity, a feast of charismatic animals, … Continue reading
Daphne Sheldrick due to release her autobiography
Dame Daphne Sheldrick, acclaimed worldwide as the first person to have successfully hand-reared newborn elephants and who founded The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust in Kenya, is launching her autobiography on 1st March 2012. Entitled An African Love Story: Love, Life … Continue reading
Top 5 Easter holiday destinations in 2012
With most Northern Hemisphere destinations experiencing mild weather in the lead up to summer, and Southern Hemisphere destinations cooling off just before winter, Easter is one of the best times to travel. In no particular order, here are my Top … Continue reading
Virtual 3D tours go live on 3rd Planet.
3rd Planet gives users a virtual 3D tour of destinations online. Is this the future of the guidebook? 3rd Planet went live this past weekend with its first interactive video, entitled A Journey to Everest. Guiding users through a virtual … Continue reading
How we get around: five global modes of transport
Have you ever stopped to think about how many different modes of transport you have used on your travels and how they have enriched the experience? As the old adage says, ‘Life’s a journey, not a destination’, and with that … Continue reading
How to say cheers in 13 languages
With the festive season coming up, one of the words you’ll definitely need to know how to say is ‘Cheers’. It’s a universal phrase, as useful as any other. Saying cheers is an expression of goodwill and something that every … Continue reading
