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Panettone vs. Pandoro: The Sweetest Italian Christmas Debate

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Dec 83 min read

Panettone vs. Pandoro: The Sweetest Italian Christmas Debate

Panettone and Pandoro... A Tale of Two Breads...

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May 77 min read

Nemea - The Myth and Place

Take a Tour of the Sanctuary of Zeus and the Ancient Stadium at Nemea, Greece

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Apr 29 min read

The Tombs of Mycenae

Take a Tour of the Tombs of Mycenae

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Feb 2711 min read

Return to Mycenae

Mycenae… The name conjures something deep inside, something out of myth and legend. There is a feeling of mystery about the name, of...

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Buon Natale! - Exploring Italy's Enchanting Christmas Markets

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Nov 13, 20234 min read

Buon Natale! - Exploring Italy's Enchanting Christmas Markets

As the holiday season approaches, many are preparing for their usual Christmas traditions at home: decorating, food, gifts, family and...

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Fröhliche Weihnachten! - Experience the Magic of Bavarian Christmas Markets

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Nov 13, 20233 min read

Fröhliche Weihnachten! - Experience the Magic of Bavarian Christmas Markets

It’s no secret that many of our Christmas traditions come from Germany. Let’s face it, they know how to celebrate Weihnachten! So, if...

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Savouring Autumn's Bounty: Exploring Italy's Best Fall Wine Festivals

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Sep 29, 20233 min read

Savouring Autumn's Bounty: Exploring Italy's Best Fall Wine Festivals

Italy, the land of vineyards and vino, transforms into a kaleidoscope of colours during the fall season. As the summer heat gives way to...

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Sip and Savour: Unveiling Some of the Best Fall Wine Festivals in Spain and Portugal

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Sep 29, 20233 min read

Sip and Savour: Unveiling Some of the Best Fall Wine Festivals in Spain and Portugal

As the vibrant hues of summer fade into the warm embrace of autumn, wine enthusiasts from around the world embark on a journey to...

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Ghosts of Akrotiri - Santorini and the Minoans

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Sep 15, 202310 min read

Ghosts of Akrotiri - Santorini and the Minoans

Greetings Travellers and History-Lovers! This week on Writing the Past, we have a special post to share with you. This past summer, after...

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Hotel Review - La Petite Planète: A Warm Welcome in the Shadow of Ancient Mycenae

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Aug 26, 20238 min read

Hotel Review - La Petite Planète: A Warm Welcome in the Shadow of Ancient Mycenae

For the cultural traveller, when it comes to exploring the Peloponnese in Greece, there are myriad historical and archaeological sites to...

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Hotel Review - Nautilus Dome: An Oasis of Calm on the Greek Island of Santorini

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Aug 19, 20238 min read

Hotel Review - Nautilus Dome: An Oasis of Calm on the Greek Island of Santorini

When most travellers think of the Greek Islands, one of the first names that inevitably comes to mind is Santorini. With its dark, deep...

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Best Apps for Travellers in Europe and the British Isles

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Jul 1, 20236 min read

Best Apps for Travellers in Europe and the British Isles

Travelling to Europe and the British Isles can be a wonderful experience, but planning the trip can be a bit overwhelming when it comes...

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Top 20 Tips for Travellers Visiting England

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Jul 1, 20236 min read

Top 20 Tips for Travellers Visiting England

England is one of the most popular destinations in the world for tourism. It has it all - ancient and medieval history and archaeological...

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Top 20 Archaeological Sites to Visit in Italy

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Jun 13, 20238 min read

Top 20 Archaeological Sites to Visit in Italy

A trip to Italy is definitely the experience of a lifetime. It really has the best of everything from food and wine, to art and culture,...

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10 Filming Locations for the Show ‘Emily in Paris’ that you can Visit in the City of Love

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Jun 13, 20235 min read

10 Filming Locations for the Show ‘Emily in Paris’ that you can Visit in the City of Love

Greetings Travellers! If you are like us, you love television shows and movies that are set anywhere in Europe or the British Isles. We...

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Best Museum Apps for Travellers to Europe and the British Isles in 2023

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Jun 3, 20234 min read

Best Museum Apps for Travellers to Europe and the British Isles in 2023

Greetings Travellers! Travelling to a new city overseas can be a very exciting prospect, and for cultural tourists, museums - especially...

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30 Greek Islands for a Family-Friendly Vacation

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Jun 3, 20237 min read

30 Greek Islands for a Family-Friendly Vacation

Greetings Travellers! When most people think of a vacation under the Mediterranean sun, the images that are conjured are often of the...

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Top 20 Tips for Travellers Visiting France

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May 25, 20236 min read

Top 20 Tips for Travellers Visiting France

Bonjour a tous! Every year, millions of tourist head to Europe for the vacation of a lifetime, and of those millions, a very large...

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Top 20 Castles to Visit in the British Isles

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May 25, 20235 min read

Top 20 Castles to Visit in the British Isles

The British Isles are home to some of the most stunning castles in the world, each with a rich and fascinating history. Some of these...

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Top 20 Pro Traveller Tips for People Visiting Italy

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May 25, 20239 min read

Top 20 Pro Traveller Tips for People Visiting Italy

Ciao ragazzi! When people think of visiting Europe, more often than not Italy is at the top of their list. And there’s a good reason for...

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