Travel
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The world in five sounds
When planning a holiday, we rarely think about sounds. We’re usually often preoccupied with the opposite: silence. But sounds can become our most treasured memories. They can’t be captured in photos. Each is impossible to perfectly replay or...
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Old Havana bar reopens
Sloppy Joe’s, one of Havana’s most famous pre-revolutionary bars and a former haunt of American tourists and film stars like John Wayne, Spencer Tracy and Clark Gable, reopened its doors this month, almost 50 years after it closed. Waiters dressed...
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‘It’s that fine line between laughter and hysterics…’
Name: Maria PisaniOccupation: director, Integra Foundation My best trip ever… Easy. Guatemala. Four weeks provided enough time to explore the hugely diverse gems this relatively small country in Central America has to offer: lakes, rivers, the...
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Implants on ski trip?
Sitting in a private clinic in an upscale neighbourhood of Istanbul, Saleh, a human resources executive from Qatar is preparing to leave Turkey with a smile on his face and more hair on his head. Having previously brought his wife and children to...
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See them before they’re lost
Tourists flock to the area known as the Cradle of Civilisation in southeast Turkey, where there is rich evidence of settlements dating back 12,000 years. Half the world away, the Brazilian Amazon has become a must-visit destination for...
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Pack your finery
I like my feet. Not physiclly, of course. In fact, they’re too big and a bit pale. Which is probably why I overindulge them in positive discrimination and dress them up in the nicest shoes I can afford. Last month, I bought my ugly feet a pair of...
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Call of the wild
For some, holidays are the perfect and well-deserved opportunity to keep close contact with a sun lounger and get to know colourful, frilly drinks by their first name. Yet for the more adventurous, it’s time to huff, puff and push the adrenaline to...
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Spring in Sicily
It’s always the right time to go to Sicily as every season has its particular attraction. That said, spring is a particularly ideal time to visit our neighbouring island. Come spring, streams are flowing and the odd waterfall gives added life to the...
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A good deal on your travel money
The spring sun marks the beginning of the summer travel season. If you are planning to take to the air this summer or take a holiday in the coming months, here are tips to help keep costs under control. Checking exchange rates is less fun than...
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Maya the life force be with you
Some 30 years ago, the stretch of land from Cancun, Mexico, southwards towards the ancient ruins of Tulum was described by guidebooks as not having much to offer to tourists. The only visitors that made it there were unwelcome – tropical storms and...
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Happy holidays
YTC have launched their new spring and summer 2013 brochure. YTC will be organising group departures to Livigno in Italy, La Nuvola farmhouse in Tuscany, Wagrain in Austria, Sarentino in the Italian Dolomites and short breaks to Sicily. YTC are also...
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Asia calling
Emirates, one of the world’s fastest growing airlines, is offering attractive fares in economy class over a 15-day period to business and leisure travellers from Malta. The special promotion starts from April 15 and runs to April 30 for travel...
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Pack in style
Summer is on its way and no holiday is complete without sturdy and reliable luggage to accompany you on your travels. And why not do it in comfort, ease and style without spending a fortune? At JB Stores, luggage comes in a variety of patterns and...
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Discover the world
Run by travel specialist Enrico Borg, Enrico Travel Limited specialises in magical destinations such as Jamaica, Polynesia, Sardinia, Mexico and the US. Enrico Travel can handle all aspects of travel, including planning, flight booking, excursion...
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Extended offer
Atlas Insurance has announced that it is extending its offer of a free travel policy with every new home or boat policy. Clients may also benefit from two months free cover on their home and boat policies instead of free travel insurance, should...
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Neighbourhood watch
I was recently home in Toronto, having tea with my mother, who was visiting on the way back to her current home in the New York City area. She had been in Malta for a couple of weeks, her first time in over 40 years, and had much to...
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Summer in the city
Oslo If you’re a fan of Jo Nesbo’s Harry Hole series, then retracing the detective’s steps in Oslo is an offer you cannot refuse. Of course, you don’t need to do any sleuthing, except for tracking down the best sights, sounds, tastes and smells...
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Safe travel
Allcare Insurance Limited has recently launched a travel insurance app which enables clients to purchase travel insurance online from their iPhone or iPad. This is an addition to the online purchase facility which was already available from the...
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Your holiday starts here
Britannia Tours has just launched its summer brochure – it’s a bumper issue containing a varied choice of tours and holiday options that appeal to different budgets and market segments. The Britannia Tours Summer 2013 brochure offers options for...
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Another world
North Korea is increasingly in the news, shrouded in mystery and nuclear threat. And yet, it can also be an alternative holiday destination. Of course, don’t expect a thriving nightlife – however, the Arch of Triumph, Kumsusan Palace of the Sun and...
