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weekend away - Petra
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Petra’s rock-carved tombs, echoing canyons, and ancient temples, were once forgotten by the outside world. Now, the ‘rose-red city half as old as time’ celebrates the bicentenary of its rediscovery. |
three great places - Muscat
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With the finest luxury hotels, and an alluring buzz straight from 1,001 Arabian Nights, the Omani capital is teeming with exciting dining options. Here are three that are sure to satisfy any palate. |
Erbil - A city of intriguing contrasts
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Not only does Erbil boast the title of oldest continuously inhabited citadel in the World, its booming economy and attractive investment laws are drawing an ever-growing stream of international businesses and investors. |
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Great River Cities
Rivers have always fascinated travellers. They beckon traders with promises of commerce, lure the adventurer to exploration, and tantalise tourists with the scenes that unfold along their banks in some of the...
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Varvary, Moscow
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Chef Anatoly Komm is not only praised by The World’s 50 Best Restaurants but also wins over such admirers as El... |
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Jez Harris
Occupation - Animatronics & Special EffectsIt was a chance encounter that irrevocably changed Jez... |
Maghreb Cuisine
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With such splendid geography and the influence of traders, travellers, and invaders over many centuries, the region has developed... |
weekend away
Suzhou
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Often called the ‘Venice of the East’, Suzhou is full of traditional charm with elegant Chinese gardens, stone bridges arching over... |
Vienna
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As Vienna celebrates what would have been the 150th birthday of the artist Gustav Klimt, a major cultural programme of... |
three great places
Zagreb
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Zagreb’s central district has plenty to offer the curious tourist, including a wide variety of culinary treats. Here are... |
museum review
Damien Hirst
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Visit the Tate Modern in London to see the Damien Hirst exhibition, part of the Cultural Olympiad’s London 2012 festival,... |
