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Paul McIndoe's Articles in Destinations

  • Windy City and deep dish pizza pie: are they related?
    Chicago is well-known for its high rise buildings and also its nickname the ‘Windy City’; but it is also the birthplace of that favorite American gooey dish – the deep dish pizza pie.
  • Why not do some Seoul searching this holiday?
    South Korea’s capital, Seoul, is an amazing place to go on holiday. With mountains, rivers and parks to visit, as well as a vibrant city life to experience, it is a definite must see!
  • Visiting London On A Budget
    London might seem like an expensive city, but if you know how to do it you can actually have a great time without spending a fortune. Read on to find out how.
  • Vienna is alive with the sound of festivals!
    Vienna, the capital city of Austria, is a city steeped in history and culture. With many festivals taking place throughout the year, there is never a bad time to visit this beautiful city.
  • Trace Dublin’s Literary Legends with a Trip to the Capital
    Dublin is famous for its literary legends. Boasting three Nobel Prize winners and a rich literary heritage, the city is renowned for celebrating its wealth of home-grown talent. With so much to see and do, it’s definitely worth a visit.
  • There Is No Place Like Rome: History Comes To Life
    With its wealth of stunning architecture and historical artefacts, it’s not too difficult to see why Rome is known as ‘The Eternal City’. And as a major modern metropolis to boot, there really is no place like Rome.
  • The Sights and Delights of London
    London, the capital city of England, is home to a multitude of intriguing sights; the only problem is finding the time to see them all!
  • The Magic of New York
    A holiday to the Big Apple wouldn’t be complete without taking in the sights the city is famous for. But which ones are unmissable?
  • The Diverse Attractions of London
    London is renowned for all things British with omnipresent elements of Tudor and Victorian times, not to mention the monarchy. As well as being quintessentially British, London offers an array of diverse sights and attractions to savour.
  • Taking an alternative bite out of the big apple
    If you want to gain a new perspective on New York, try taking to the skies on a helicopter ride. Guaranteed to show you a whole new side to the Big Apple - one you’ll remember forever.
  • Surf’s up in Santa Cruz
    Originally known as San Lorenzo, the city of Santa Cruz offers visitors excellent conditions for surfing, skating and more.
  • Sunshine in Sharm el-Sheikh
    Many often feel blue in the colder months of the British calendar, but when the hotter months aren’t on the horizon, what do you do? Egypt offers year-long sunshine and relatively little rain, making it the perfect destination for an autumn break.
  • Subtropical Fever: Discovering the city of Miami
    Miami is one of America's most culturally and scenically diverse cities. With a wide range of activities that include lounging on the beach to exploring alligator farms, Miami offers something for everyone.
  • Spa Towns in Britain: none beat Bath for history
    The Romans started health tourism and the Georgian’s rediscovered it centuries later; both attracted to the hot, healing waters of the original spa town of Bath.
  • Record breaking snowfall in Switzerland lures skiers
    Switzerland had a record-breaking snowfall towards the end of October 2008, so now is the time to plan an unforgettable winter ski holiday, don your skis and hit Switzerland’s fluffy pistes.
  • Perk up Winter with a Trip to Paris
    Winter can seem to last forever and the shorter days and colder weather can make you feel like hiding away until it’s all over. But a trip away to Paris may be just what you need to banish the winter blues.
  • Paris: see the ‘city of lights’ by boat
    Paris is synonymous with sophistication and elegance, which is why a day’s cruising, or an evening of fine-dining on the River Seine, is the perfect way to get to grips with the city.
  • Off the beaten track: Rome’s ancient wonders
    An abandoned city, impressive renaissance gardens, a remarkable necropolis and many more ancient wonders await you just outside Rome.
  • New York: The Quintessential City
    As the US’s most populous city, New York lives up to its reputation as the city that never sleeps. Regardless of the time of day it is, it's teeming with people from all backgrounds and reflects the city’s historical status as America’s main gateway.
  • New to 'Nam? Explore Ha Long Bay
    Popularised by Hollywood, magnificent Ha Long bay is an essential destination for anyone visiting northern Vietnam. For true appreciation, the spectacular limestone islands dotted throughout the bay need to be seen up close from a traditional style Vietnamese junk boat.
  • Munich provides a welcome break for tourists
    The German city of Munich is one of Europe's tourism hotspots, and with a motto that translates as 'Munich likes you' it's little wonder that it is seen as such as welcoming place.
  • Manchester: The UK Capital of the North
    From shopping and dining, to culture and sport; Manchester certainly has something for everyone. And, as home to the world’s most famous football club and now the world’s wealthiest club, Manchester truly is the UK capital of the north.
  • London: constant reinvention makes the capital a continually fascinating place to visit
    London is the size of a small country; a massive metropolis in which tradition and the avant-garde exist side by side. It is the perfect destination for a city break – exciting, varied and rich in iconic buildings.
  • Living it up in Los Angeles
    From Beverley Hills to Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles is a city of landmarks and attractions that leave even the best travelled a little star struck. The ever expanding city offers a variety of experiences to keep you busy for weeks. 
  • Inspiring Vietnam tour ideas
    A Vietnam tour can be a life-changing experience. So, avoid the tourist traps and head to the heart of this fascinating country during a Vietnam holiday.
  • Indulge in the cultural melting pot that is the Magic City
    The city of Miami is packed full of international flavour and fun. Indeed, its long Hispanic history has played an important part in the city’s unique atmosphere and cultural heritage.
  • Holidaying in the Mediterranean: Majorca's major pull
    Majorca is the largest of the Balearic Islands and each year sees more and more Britons fleeing to its' shores for some summer comforts. History and sunshine combine to offer the perfect blend of tourist activities.
  • Heading in the right direction – The Royal Observatory at Greenwich
    London is one of the largest tourism centers in the world, with so many famous landmarks in one place that many sightseers find a two-day visit simply too short. One such landmark that is often overlooked is the Royal Observatory at Greenwich.
  • Head to Glasgow For a Class In Culture
    Saturated in culture, a trip to Glasgow is guaranteed to enrich senses; whether it is arts, music or sport you are interested in, this popular city in Scotland has something to offer any visitor.
  • Have a ball - and bath - in Buffalo, New York
    As the second largest city in New York behind New York City, Buffalo has a number of outstanding attractions to entice visitors. Travel to this intriguing city of sights and culture in 2008, and see what all the excitement is about!
  • Grab a Shopping Break in Hong Kong
    If you are looking for a completely different city break, why not try Hong Kong? It’s well known for its shops and you might just bag a bargain.
  • Florida: The Keys To Movie Success
    Many films have used the beautiful Florida Keys as their backdrop, and as anyone who has ever visited this area of outstanding natural beauty will attest, it is easy to see why!
  • Experience the Far East in style
    Visitors to the Far East can now experience the fantastic culture, food and scenery in some of the best - and most luxurious - resorts on earth.
  • Embrace your Christmas spirit with some festive frolicking in the capital!
    If you want to experience the magic of Christmas, look no further than London. Home to an amazing variety of events and sights, it’s a great way to get into the festive sprit. Read on to discover the five things you shouldn’t miss out on!
  • Edinburgh: The Athens of the North
    Edinburgh is one of the most picturesque cities in Europe due to its attractive skyline and mix of medieval, Georgian and Neo-classical designs. With two world heritage sites, its little wonder the Scottish capital is known as the Athens of the North.
  • Discover stunning tropical islands on a Seychelles holiday
    Explore the lush, tropical islands of the Seychelles, lapped by the gleaming Indian Ocean, by island hopping during a romantic holiday.
  • Discover some classic ski resorts
    It doesn’t matter whether you are a beginner or an experienced skier: there are plenty of great locations all around the world to head to this year.
  • Discover more about London’s landmark buildings
    London’s architecture could never be accused of being dull. From the historic landmarks of Big Ben and The Tower of London, to the more modern London Eye and Millennium Dome, there’s plenty to appreciate.
  • Break Away for a Trip to Brussels
    Beat boredom and brush away the cobwebs by taking yourself on a trip to Brussels. The size of the city itself means you can cover a lot of ground in a few days, making it the perfect weekend city break.
  • Austin: more than just Live Music Capital of the World
    Austin is full of historic landmarks and unusual tourist attractions, from the beautiful Texas State Capitol to the Congress Avenue Bridge and its nightly bat flights.
  • Anaheim; it’s not all Mickey Mouse
    Although synonymous with Disneyland, Anaheim is also ideally placed to spend days by the Pacific Coast, and the city itself has lots more to offer than just a cartoon mouse kingdom.
  • Alaska: Where Fantasy Becomes Reality
    With its snow-capped mountain ranges, oceans of glaciers, tall, deep forests, roaming caribou and wild bears, a visitor to Alaska could be forgiven for thinking that they had stepped off the plane into a fantasy world. Then night falls…and the sky lights up…

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