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The Cultural Odyssey – Fort Lauderdale and Miami
Peter Morrell gets a cultural and culinary adrenalin shot on the final leg of his journey in Florida After a couple of days culture and relaxation in the Fort Myers…
A Tale of Two Cities
Life and death in Pompeii and Herculaneum The British Museum The British Museum is well known for exhibitions on great places and events in history but the latest blockbuster on…
The Florida Cultural Odyssey – Fort Myers and Sanibel
Peter Morrell continues his journey in Florida and on the third leg has the perfect combination of culture and relaxation After a hectic time in Sarasota I was on my…
The Cultural Odyssey – Bradenton and Sarasota
Peter Morrell continues his cultural odyssey in Florida and on the second leg has a very packed agenda. I was heading for Bradenton which is only about a 30-minute drive…
Florida – The Cultural Odyssey Part One
Peter Morrell, on his four part cultural tour of the Sunshine State, starts in style with St Petersburg. It’s before 10:00am on a December morning and I am strolling next…
3rd Annual Parade of a Thousand Polleras
in Las Tablas, Panama is Spectacular
in Las Tablas, Panama is Spectacular
The Pollera is the women’s national costume in Panama and, for this year’s parade of “Mil Polleras”, over 11,000 dressed up to take part. Even the President popped in. Rupert…
Introducing the Florida Cultural Directory
The Cultural Voyager has just published a guide to cultural attractions and related services in the Sunshine State Say Florida and your mind immediately conjures up images of white sandy…
A Cultural Odyssey in Florida
Peter Morrell finds that there is a lot more to the Sunshine State than beaches and theme parks and with Florida celebrating its 500th anniversary 2013 this is the ideal…
Sahara International Festival in Douz, Tunisia
The oasis of Douz stages its 45th International Festival on the edge of the Sahara and, after the austerity imposed by the velvet revolution, it’s better than ever. Rupert Parker…
Bruges – A cultural surprise around every corner
Peter Morrell discovers a treasure trove of history and art in this beautiful Belgian city Just a short hop across the channel and an hour’s easy drive from the port…
Vancouver – Variety, Vistas and Vibrancy
Peter Morrell spends a highly enjoyable 24 hours in one of Canada’s most desirable cities I had been in Vancouver for less than half an hour when the magic of…
The Algarve – A Rich Cultural Heritage
Peter Morrell finds that as well as stunning beaches and lush golf courses the Algarve has a fascinating history that goes back a thousand years. Shaped by invading Moors, buccaneering…
Bilbao
Architects and sculptors take the lead in bringing the Basque capital back to life. By John Westbrooke Bilbao is where all the great architects go. Tucked away on the northern…
Cézanne And The Past – Museum of Fine Arts Budapest
Rupert Parker goes to see the tradition and creativity in his works at this new exhibition This fascinating exhibition displays almost 100 works by Cezanne as well as 40 pictures by…
Ancient and Not Quite So Ancient in Sicily
Fiona Maclean gets to know the history and culture of this charming Italian island Flying out to Catania for me was flying into the unknown. Normally I try to spend…
Featured Stories
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El Camino de Santiago
Liz Gill makes the pilgrimage along the famous Way of St James to Santiago de Compostela in Galicia, northwest Spain. The city is home to the shrine of Saint James…
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Massachusetts at the Chelsea Flower Show
Discover a World of Natural and Preserved Beauty Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism launches a Gardens campaign at next week’s Chelsea Flower Show and invites holiday makers to enjoy…
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Wendy Wu Tours Launches Winter 2013/2014 Programme with New Product
In a continuation of its ambitious expansion and product development plans Wendy Wu Tours is launching its new winter campaign two months earlier than in previous years The brochure features…
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The Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts
Masterpieces: Art and East Anglia 14 September 2013 to 24 February 2014 The Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts is a world-class art gallery at the University of East Anglia (UEA)….
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A cookery holiday with a cultural twist on Crete
Cretan Thyme is a newly-opened holiday venture for those who want to get to know Crete and its people. And what better way than cooking and eating together? “Cretan Thyme”…
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Real rail bargains from Railbookers
For all of you who are rail romantics here are three great deals from Railbookers Danube Express Budapest to Istanbul Fly into Vienna and enjoy a night here and a…
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Guernsey’s Castle Cornet Welcomes Visitors on the Evening of 17th May
On the evening of the 17th May Guernsey’s historic Castle Cornet is joining other museums and sites all over the continent in welcoming the public for an evening of fun…
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The Cultural Odyssey – Fort Lauderdale and Miami
Peter Morrell gets a cultural and culinary adrenalin shot on the final leg of his journey in Florida After a couple of days culture and relaxation in the Fort Myers…
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Van Gogh Museum reopens with an anniversary exhibition
Van Gogh at workAmsterdam – 1 May 2013 to 13 January 2014 The reopening of the renovated Van Gogh Museum on 1 May, has been marked by an anniversary exhibition Van Gogh at…
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Monthly Strolls Spotlight Florida Keys Art, Exuberance and Spirit
The Florida Keys are characterised by a freewheeling exuberance and zest for life, spiced by a healthy irreverence — qualities mirrored in much of the visual art created in the…
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Catherine the Great’s Art Collection
at Houghton Hall North Norfolk Opens 17th MayStay B&B from £115 for two at nearby Titchwell Manor Hotel The magnificent art collection of Great Britain’s first Prime Minister, Sir Robert Walpole, sold to Catherine the Great to…
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Saga Sapphire – First impressions
A preview of Saga’s sparkling new gem after its recent multi-million pound makeover. The ship was originally built to accommodate 804 passengers but was adapted during the refit to host…
Editors' Picks
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El Camino de Santiago
Posted on 19 May, 2013 | No CommentsLiz Gill makes the pilgrimage along the famous Way of St James to Santiago de Compostela in Galicia, northwest Spain. The city is home to the shrine of Saint James... -
An Exclusive Peak into Picasso’s Private Life
through a Lens – 15th-26th MayPosted on 19 May, 2013 | No CommentsExhibited at Le Mas Candille in the hills just five miles from Cannes PICASSO’S LIFE will be celebrated at luxury hotel, Le Mas Candille, during the Cannes Film Festival (15th-26th... -
Massachusetts at the Chelsea Flower Show
Posted on 18 May, 2013 | No CommentsDiscover a World of Natural and Preserved Beauty Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism launches a Gardens campaign at next week’s Chelsea Flower Show and invites holiday makers to enjoy... -
Van Gogh’s sketchbooks on display in Van Gogh at Work
Posted on 16 May, 2013 | No CommentsJust one of the items in the new exhibition to mark the recently re-opening of the museum Of the many sketchbooks that Van Gogh must have had, only four have... -
Wendy Wu Tours Launches Winter 2013/2014 Programme with New Product
Posted on 15 May, 2013 | No CommentsIn a continuation of its ambitious expansion and product development plans Wendy Wu Tours is launching its new winter campaign two months earlier than in previous years The brochure features... -
The Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts
Posted on 14 May, 2013 | No CommentsMasterpieces: Art and East Anglia 14 September 2013 to 24 February 2014 The Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts is a world-class art gallery at the University of East Anglia (UEA)....
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Never Too Late To Learn to Paint
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