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Bratislava Guide :: http://www.bratislavaguide.com/ A guide to Bratislava, Slovakia, designed for visitors to the city. The authors are residents of the city and post information on arts and culture, news, dining, shopping, and other activities for tourists. Bruges Info :: http://www.brugesinfo.com/ Bruges, Belgium travel information guide, your travel resource to the Venice of the North. Explore over 500 photos of Bruges, weather and maps, Bruges hotel, and bed and breakfasts for accomodations Central Europe Online :: http://www.einnews.com/centraleurope "Produced daily, Central Europe Online contains a comprehensive mix of Daily News from the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland, Hungary, and Slovenia with country home pages, special features, Travel and Cultural Information, and useful links to other sites." Chris De Witt's Berlin Wall Web Page :: http://www.appropriatesoftware.com/berlinwall/welcome.html Chris De Witt's Berlin Wall Web Pages are a great resource to students of history who want to learn more about Berlin's divided past. This web site guides visitors on a virtual tour of Berlin's past and present with loads of photos and essays about the city. The site provides its visitors a more intimate look into a city with a significant role in world history. The Cyber Cafes of Europe :: http://kiosek.com/eurocybercafes/ Complete, browsable directory of cyber cafés in Europe, browsable by country, with links to café homepages where available. Europe for Visitors :: http://europeforvisitors.com/ "More than 2,500 pages of European travel articles, photos, and links from Durant Imboden, author of Buying Travel Services on the Internet ." Germany Tourism :: http://www.germany-tourism.de/ This site about Germany promotes tourism throughout the country, providing information about destinations, upcoming events, travel tips, and an information center. Site visitors can also use a route planner, view 600 panoramic pictures of the country, and view several short videos. The German National Tourist Board oversees the site. Go To Georgia :: http://www.parliament.ge/gotogeorgia.htm Produced by Georgia's Parliament, this website provides information about the culture, economics, governance, tourism, sports, human rights protection, civic society, and other topics related to the country of Georgia. Guia Madrid Rural :: http://www.guiamadridrural.com/ Travel information for the Madrid area. Regional maps and guides to campsites, hotels, hostels, and rural homes. Includes information on outdoor activities and transportation in the area. In Spanish with limited English. Lonely Planet's Guide to Travel in Russia :: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/destinations/europe/russia/ On-line publication of a published book by the originating company. Offers information about how to travel in as well as the history of Russia. Paris Net :: http://www.parisnet.net/ Guide to Paris including travel tips, shopping, fashion, business and personal contacts, Paris gastronomie, etc. Rail Europe :: http://www.raileurope.com/us/index.htm Information about train passes, flights, and car rental for travel in Europe, including trains in Britain and Russia. This is a commercial site and therefore you can order tickets here, including group travel arrangements but it also has alot of useful free information. The Budget Traveller's Guide to Sleeping In Airports :: http://www.sleepinginairports.net/airports.htm This useful website has compiled commentary from thousands of travellers on the experience of sleeping in particular airports. The site rates the best airports in which to sleep in terms of cleanliness, safety, comfort, etc. Search the site according to world region or by country. Over 600 airports around the world are included. The Spirit of Romania :: http://www.spirit.ro/ This site provides travel information for Romania with listings of popular sites, photo galleries, an interactive map of the country and a fact sheet about currency, health and other important travel facts. (Site may take a while to load, especially on a dial-up connection.) La Torre de Pisa :: http://torre.duomo.pisa.it/index_eng.html "The Tower of Pisa is the bell tower of the Cathedral. Its construction began in the august of 1173 and continued (with two long interruptions) for about two hundred years, in full fidelity to the original project, whose architect is still uncertain." This site provides a history of the tower, short film and photo archives that allows you to "navigate between the orders (as the various floors are termed) of the Tower of Pisa.""One of the great landmarks and architectural icons of the Western world now has an official Internet home. View thousands of images on afloor-by-floor photographic tour, enjoy a 360-degree view from the belfry via Quicktime VR, or read about the history of the tower -- which began in 1173 and was under construction for about two hundred years, during which time it began to incline. Text in English and Italian describes contemporary efforts to safeguard and preserve this remarkable monument." Transport for London :: http://www.tfl.gov.uk/tfl/ "Transport for London provides detailed advice on using the various transport services in London, including Underground, Bus and River services. You will find information on our wide range of tickets, tube (subway) and bus maps to assist you in planning your journey along with useful tips for visitors to London." UK Orbit Shopping Directory :: http://www.ukorbit.com/ Tells you which shops accept your credit, debit, charge or store cards. Which shops offer free delivery, price matching, discounts or credit. Ultimate Italy :: http://ultimateitaly.com/ Ultimate Italy is a resource to discover Italy focusing on everything about the "best of Italy"; the cities, Italian piazzas, the latest picks of restaurants, pizzerias, bars and caffes, italian lifestyle, the nature from Italian national parks, Alps to the breathtaking Islands. You can find not only Italy travel & tourism information but an insight into the famous people of Italy, Italian fashion,the culture, history and arts. Virtual Finland :: http://virtual.finland.fi/ "Should you have any questions about Finland - any at all - the answer probably lies here, where you can get all sorts of information in several languages." VisitEurope.com :: http://www.visiteurope.com/ Comprehensive travel site for people planning to visit Europe. Each country has its own profile, highlighting popular places to visit, hotel and transportation information, trip planning, and news. The site also features tips for first time visitors, a trip planning guide, a calendar of events, and information for travelers with special interests. © 1995-2005 The Regents of the University of Michigan. All rights reserved.

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Delta Vacations - Colorado Ski Vacation Packages Colorado skiing vacation packages Membership log in E-mail address: Password: Remember me. Not A Member? Forgot Your Password? My Profile Related Links delta.com Vacation Protection Plan Special Group Rates SkyMiles Membership Last Minute Deals Home Colorado Ski Vacation Packages Colorado Ski Vacation Packages Complete Colorado Ski Vacation Packages are just a few clicks away! The unparalleled beauty and varied terrain of the majestic Rocky Mountains provides the foundation for Colorado's outdoor winter playgrounds. There are a myriad of excellent ski programs, lots of packed powder and high-speed chair-lifts that rise to altitudes of 2,300 feet in just minutes. From the multitude of charming communities, fine restaurants and numerous first-rate accommodation choices, Colorado has wide appeal. Best of all, the breathtaking scenery of this winter wonderland will soothe your weary soul. Find the Colorado Ski vacation package that is perfect for you. Delta Vacations makes it easy to hit the sloopes in Colorado with customized Colorado ski vacations in just a few clicks! See for yourself why purchasing a Delta Vacations package is right for you. Start planning your Colorado Ski Vacation Packages right now! More fun-filled vacations from Delta Vacations: All-Inclusive Vacation Packages Aruba Vacation Packages Bahamas Vacation Packages Cancun Vacation Packages Caribbean Vacation Packages Colorado Ski Vacation Packages Disney Vacation Packages Europe Vacation Packages Family Beach Vacation Packages Family Vacation Packages Florida Beach Vacation Packages Florida Vacation Packages Hawaii Vacation Packages Jamaica Vacation Packages Las Vegas Vacation Packages Maui Vacation Packages Mexico Vacation Packages Orlando Vacation Packages Ski Vacation Packages South Beach Vacation Packages Waikiki Vacation Packages Walt Disney World® Vacation Packages -- Wednesday, December 28, 2005 Save $300 on a Golf and Spa Getaway Earn 10,000 Bonus Miles to London 3 Night Packages to Turks & Caicos from $790 Search all Last Minute Deals -- Announcing Daily Flight Service Salt Lake to Cancun begins 6/1/05 Atlanta to Moscow begins 6/1/05 -- Member Registration ® 2005 Delta Vacations. All rights reserved. delta.com | Site Map | About Us | Privacy Policy | Legal Notices | Customer Care | Web Compatibility | Travel Agents ### ISHQWEBCVGNET01 ### ### --

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Europe Travel - A European Vacation Travel Guide  You are here: About > Travel > Europe for Visitors Travel Go Europe Essentials European Vacation Planning Map Europe Travel 101 - Before you Go European Distances The Best of Europe European Photo Gallery Articles & Resources Europe Travel Planning What to do In Europe Lodging - Hotels and More European Travel Maps Sex and Nudism Travel Photography Transportation Benelux Countries France Germany Austria Switzerland Greece Italy and Malta Travel Info Scandinavian Travel Spain and Portugal United Kingdom and Ireland Buyer's Guide Before You Buy Top Picks Italy Travel Guidebooks Europe Travel Guidebooks German Travel Guidebooks Product Reviews Forums Help FREE Newsletter Sign Up Now for the Europe for Visitors newsletter! See Online Courses   Search Europe for Visitors From James Martin , Your Guide to Europe for Visitors . FREE Newsletter. Sign Up Now! Antwerp Pictures Antwerp is a fashion and diamond center for Belgium and the world, it has one of the most beautiful train stations in Europe, and it was home to artist Peter Paul Rubens in the 17th century. What's not to like about this Belgian port city? See what it's all about in our latest photo Gallery: Antwerp Pictures . More Antwerp Travel: Antwerp Travel Directory | Antwerp Lodging | Antwerp Museums Wednesday December 28, 2005 | permalink Like to Travel Well? Follow the CIA! I really should have paid attention when the CIA came recruiting at my college. Operatives really get to live it up when they travel, apparently. Imagine, the lucky seven of the "Surveillance Team" sent out to case the joint before kidnapping 39-year-old Muslim preacher Osama Moustafa Hassan Nasr, also known as Abu Omar, managed to spend "$39,995, not counting meals, parking and other services" for a week at Milan's Principe di Savoia ( check prices ), where a room goes for a mere $588 a night, according to Newsday . Once Abu Omar was behind bars in Cairo the CIA folks broke up and went their various ways, some to the renowned Grand Hotel Baglioni ( check prices ) in Florence , a few in cozy pairs to save the taxpayers money, no doubt. Travel Resources: Milan Profile | Florence Profile Tuesday December 27, 2005 | permalink Tapas from Cans? Ok, so you wander into one of Barcelona's most celebrated tapas bars thinking, "wow, I'm gonna down me some fine, fresh seafood this evening--non of that canned stuff like we get at home..." Well, Quimet and Quimet is one of Barcelona's best tapas bars, recommended by just about anyone. Joaquim Perez, owner of Quimet and Quimet, has been called Barcelona's culinary king of canned food. That's right, a tapas king devoted to high-quality goods preserved in metal. I had heard about the increasing interest in vintage sardines , whose flavors are said to increase in intensity and complexity with aging. But Mr. Perez has extended this idea of unlikely gourmet tinkering; he buys "fresh" Galician navajas (clams) from the cannery and sets them to aging for a year or two before serving them (plain) to his customers. And they love 'em. Maybe you should go and see what this canned gourmet thing is all about. There are worse places to spend time on a research expedition. More: Gastronomic Route: Barcelona, a tapas town? Travel Resources: Barcelona Guide | Barcelona Pictures Thursday December 22, 2005 | permalink North Holland: Noah's Ark Redux A pious north Holland businessman took out a 300 000 loan and turned his investment into a "faithful reconstruction of Noah's Ark in scaled down form on the basis of biblical texts," according to the Mail & Guardian . Spring is the expected launch date. No word on where the animals will come from. Travel Resources: North Holland Travel | Holland Map | Benelux Rail Passes Thursday December 22, 2005 | permalink Appreciate Long John Shivers? Head for the Alps I know I frequently extol the virtues of off season travel, but there's a whole bunch of adventurers willing to go the extra mile in their long johns to enjoy icier surroundings than I'd care to experience. Those would be the Ice Hotel People. Word from Vagablond is that "a new ice hotel is being constructed 7,000 feet up into the German Alps." HotelChatter says this ice hotel might well be part of the Iglu-Dorf chain, who specialize in things like Inuit igloos in Switzerland. Like it cold? Get you thrills in the Alps this winter. I'll toast your bravado at the hearth with a steaming hot toddy. Travel Resources: Germany map and Travel Essentials | Switzerland Map and Travel Essentials . Tuesday December 20, 2005 | permalink Europe Travel in the Off Season Why travel in the off season? Well, you know the reasons: fewer tourists, lower prices, and cooler temperatures, to name a few. But there's another reason for me, and that's the warm, slanting light that brings photos alive. See what I mean by taking a gander at: Liguria Pictures - Picture Gallery of Liguria in Autumn . And if you still want to see more pictures of Italy , try out Italy for Visitors Florence Pictures , taken in November. Travel Resources: Off Season Travel Tips | Italy Travel Map Sunday December 18, 2005 | permalink Travel Gifts Ok, you're thinkin' it's too late to post some ideas for gifts at this late date. Hey, you can chalk it up to sloth and indolence, but I don't start burdening my mind with thoughts about winter holidays in May like the rest of my family. The crunch starts now. So I've made up a list of recommended Travel Gifts . Of course, you could buy some of the stuff for yourself as well. Take a look. You've got language help, a deep, inside look at the Vatican, and more, not to mention that Tyrolean Boiled Wool Jacket like you've always wanted. More Stuff You Need: Top Travel Photography Gear Friday December 16, 2005 | permalink Joe Torre carries the Olympic Torch in Florence New York Yankee manager Joe Torre carried the Olympic torch 400 yards to the foot of the Ponte Vecchio in Florence yesterday as part of "American day" in the two-month Olympic torch relay. It was the first time he'd been to Italy in 20 years, despite the fact that his mother was born in the village of Patina near Naples. (Source: Indystar.com ) The torch Joe carried was designed by the folks at Pininfarina , who've banged out quite a few sexy Italian auto bodies in their time. The Olympic torch is designed to work in rain, snow and wind up to 74.56 miles per hour, not to mention temperatures from -4°F to +77°F. According to what I've heard, the torch suffered much less than Mr. Torre during the run. Travel Resources: Florence Travel Directory | Florence Pictures: Views from the Arno | Naples Travel Directory Photo above: Ponte Vecchio, Florence by Martha Bakerjian, Italy for Visitors ; click "read more" to see it larger. Read more... Thursday December 15, 2005 | permalink Sunny Valencia It's cold here in my corner of California, prime time to think of warmer climes. Valencia pops to mind. Host to the 2007 America's cup, the sunny Spanish port city has been spiffing itself up lately, and many travelers have remarked that Valencia seems to be passing Barcelona as Spain's city of tourist choice. What's not to like? The spring La Fallas festival is a not to be missed attraction (plan now if you're going), the City of Arts and Sciences holds 87 acres of fascinating art, science and architecture, and the Barrio del Carmen is chock full of music, restaurants and clubs. Find out more about Valence by taking a peek at our latest: Valencia Spain Travel Information - Valencia Profile , or peruse our Valencia Travel Directory . Wednesday December 14, 2005 | permalink Hey Santa! Take That! Scroogy Musings: So a couple guys in Germany get asked what they want for Christmas by Santa, who happens to be waiting for a train home. They've been out shopping all day, unsuccessfully one assumes, because the next thing you know they've latched on to Santa's sack and "beat him over the head with it, breaking his fingers as he tried to protect himself." ( Santa - Germany's new stress buster ) Santa on a train? in Germany? A bit early, isn't it? Has the Christmas spirit been so commercialized that the little people like us suffer with the stress of plunking down good cash for stuff we think people might like but probably won't? Where is the joy of it all? Everyone remembers the magical experience of visiting Santa in the mall when they were kids and the smile it brought to your face. Unfortunately over the last few years it seems the spirit of Christmas is slowly being lost due to many different reasons including political correctness, busier lifestyles and many more issues. Hold on a sec. Now I'm angrier than a red-nosed reindeer. Everyone doesn't remember. Some of us are way too old to conjure the disgraceful vision of mall Santas in their mothball costumes and fake beards. The statement above comes from Live From Lapland (dot com). For a bit less than 15 dollars they'll make a custom video staring Santa, who'll be talking to your kids using the words you put in his mouth via the web site's control panel. Their Santa evidently lives in a paneled room and wears mall Santa clothes and beardage. It's in the sample flick. He could be in Kansas. Still, where else you gonna get a five minute flick to your specs for $14.95? Travel Resources: Lapland (the real one) | Chrismas in Europe Tuesday December 13, 2005 | permalink Display Latest Headlines | | | Read Archives powered by Movable Type Advertisement Most Popular Europe Map - Distances Between Cities in Western Europe Europe's Best Nudist Beaches Europe Picture Galleries Italy Pictures Europe Travel 101 - Before You Travel to Europe for the Firs... 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London - Vacation Rentals .com #1 Vacation Rentals Directory Beach Houses & Vacation Homes Contact Owners Direct... Home List Your Rental Help Home Owner Login About Us Disclaimer More Vacation Rentals World : Europe : England : London Our London Vacation Rentals section features the following homes, villas, cabins, cottages or condos listed below. Please click on the description to view any of the London Rentals you see listed for more information. London England Rentals are added and updated every week, so please bookmark us and visit again. Photo's available Pets? please inquire Swimming pool Jacuzzi Availability Calendar Type Bed Bath Sleeps Rates or Community Apartment 1 1 1-2 £550-£600 GBP/wk 31 Tradewinds Court, London,EW1 2JB Apartment 1 1 1-4 $550-$1050 USD/wk Spacious Studio convertible just off Kings Rd Apartment 1 1 2-3 $1150-$1350 USD/wk Central London Knightsbridge Apartment Apartment 1 1 2 $1100-$1100 USD/wk Apartment in the heart of London's theaterland Apartment 1 1 2-5 £350-£550 GBP/wk Period apartment in central london Apartment 1 1 2 £700-£900 GBP/wk Marylebone Village. Central London. Apartment 1 1 3-5 $1250-$1250 USD/wk Trinity Square Flat Apartment 2 1 3-4 $1300-$1400 USD/wk Quiet bright 2-bedroom flat in S. Kensington Apartment 2 1 2-6 £650-£850 GBP/wk Luxury Apartment in London's prestigious Kew Gardens area Apartment 2 2 2-6 $1400-$2200 USD/wk 9 Albert Embankment Penthouse Apartment 3 2 4-7 £1300-£1300 GBP/wk Presidental 3 beds in exclusive Knightsbridge! Apartment 3 2 4-8 £1500-£2450 GBP/wk Beautiful Chelsea Apartment, Stunning Location Apartment 3 2 6-8 $600-$650 USD/wk Lovely Vacation in London Apartment 4 3 2-10 £1000-£1500 GBP/wk A magnificent apartment in London's heart Apartment 4 3 2-8 £450-£600 GBP/wk Kingsway Homes Apartment 4 4 2-6 £650-£1000 GBP/wk Excel Properties Duplex 6 6 2-10 RMB700-RMB1200 CNY/wk Citygate Properties House 7 7 2-7 $950-$950 USD/wk prides home lodge House 8 7 2-8 $700-$750 USD/wk Vacation Relaxation Inn House 8 8 4-8 $1600-$1800 USD/wk Beauty Relaxation Crib VacationRentals.com is quickly becoming one of the largest and most useful specialized travel site on the internet for finding vacation rental homes. With its intelligent search engine, VacationRentals.com is the easiest place for travelers to find and rent unique vacation rentals including cabins, beach house, villas, bed and breakfasts and other vacation lodging. VacationRentals.com is the most efficient means for owners to promote their rental properties. ©1997-2005 VacationRentals.com LLC All Rights Reserved.

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London vacation apartment rental - LONDON PERFECT apartment For our Paris vacation apartments, please see: www.parisperfect.com For Italian vacation properties, please see: www.italyperfect.com Click here to view video London Perfect was featured on the Fine Living Channel ‘Historic Settings', in their series: Around the World in 80 Homes . Home Apartments The Cornwall Sleeps 1-4 Lancaster Sleeps 1-2 The Somerset Sleeps 2-5 Notting Hill Sleeps 2-6 The Essex Sleeps 2-6 Norfolk Sleeps 7 (8 if child) Neighborhood Prices & Conditions Guest Feedback Contact us Links We offer beautiful short term vacation rental apartments in central London . The vacation rentals are located in the best areas of London , as shown below. Our selection is small, because great apartments and homes are difficult to find. Location London vacation rentals location is simply unbeatable. They are located in central Kensington and Knightsbridge, near to all of the best London shopping and the park as well. Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park are nearby, great for playing, running, walking, picnicking, bicycling, rollerskating, etc. Near the short term vacation rentals, Kensington Palace is there, with its beautiful gardens and Orangery. The Palace now has a museum which houses the Court Dress Collection, including some of Princess Diana's gowns. The London vacation rental apartments are a short walk to famous Museum Row, including the Natural History and Science Museum and Victoria and Albert Museum . The Natural History and Science Museum have been recently remodeled thanks to the generous pool of funds from the British Lottery. The displays are excellent and highly recommended for children. The V+A, as the Victoria and Albert Museum is called, houses important decorative arts collections as well as Islamic art and an unbeatable dress collection of garments and fashion dating from the 1300's to the swinging 60's. Walk 20 minutes from London vacation rental apartment along Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park to Harrods, Harvey Nichols and Burberry's in Knightsbridge. Find the big designer shops and exclusive restaurants walking down Sloane Street , wherel you arrive at Peter Jone’s department store and the start of King’s Road. The London Perfect apartment rental is a few minutes walk to restaurants and shopping in High Street Kensington, where there is a large Marks and Spencers store and numerous specialty stores.  Shop at stores such as Marks and Spencer, Barkers, Zara, Habitat, Muji, Lush, Monsoon, Accessorize, Mac, Urban Decay etc. Additionally, get your Starbucks latte nearby or eat at numerous good cafés and restaurants along the way.  The vacation apartment rental is 10 minutes walk to Christies South Kensington, the branch of Christie's which auctions more affordable antiques and collectables. The area surrounding our London vacation apartment rental is served by many excellent English, French, Indian, Persian, Moroccan and Italian restaurants. There is even a Starbucks around the corner, for those needing a nice armchair and a Grande Cappuccino. Transportation The London Perfect vacation apartment rentals are all served by nearby tubes, including Gloucester Road, South Kensington and Notting Hill Gate. There are numerous bus lines which traverse London as well. From the vaction apartment rentals, it is easy to get to Chinatown , the theatre district, Piccadilly Circus , Fortnum and Mason, the Tower of Londo n , Knightsbridge, Sloane Square and the trendy King's Road, the City of London , the Houses of Parliament at Westminster , the river cruises at Embankment, the Great Wheel and Aquarium at Westminster , even direct to Wimbledon . We are happy to answer any questions you may have. Click on any photo to enter photo tour Near our vacation rental apartments, Kensington Palace on a spring morning The Princess Diana Playground The Orangerie next to Kensington Palace London Apartment The Cornwall London apartment The Essex Last updated 08/12/05