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Travelodge still wants to build a hotel near Oxford
From Oxford Mail. I think having a modestly-priced motor hotel near Oxford could be a great money-saver for those of us who don’t feel flush enough to book into the Randolph. I especially like the fact that it will be … Continue reading
Posted in England, General magpie travel, News from Europe, UK news
Tagged oxford travel, travelodge plans near Oxford
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The Shard is open; gee, that’s nice
From France 24. The giant girder-and-panel building called the Shard is now open. I don’t particularly care, but the article has information and prices regarding the observation desk. I’ll be curious to hear when the place becomes fully rented. What … Continue reading
Germany’s UNESCO Sites
From Deutsche Welle. An interactive map of Germany’s 37 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Just in case you were looking for an excuse to visit Germany sometime soon. I’ve only been to one, Cologne Cathedral and, oddly, it’s also the only … Continue reading
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Tagged UNESCO sites in Germany
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Fare hikes on UK trains for 2013
From the London Independent. New fares went into effect at the start of the year. British trains are the priciest in Europe. I find this article helpful because it cites sample fares that illustrate just how costly train tickets can … Continue reading
Paris – a city of micro brews?
From the London Independent. Sacre bleu! Paris is falling in love with craft beers.
Posted in Europe food & wine, France, General magpie travel, News from Europe
Tagged beer in Paris, Paris travel
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Cash only at the Vatican
From France 24. Because the Vatican is out of compliance with Italian laws regarding money-laundering, the government has shut down credit card use in Vatican City. Of course, this may not last long, but it does make for an interesting … Continue reading
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Remembering Rudolf Nureyev
From France 24. Today (6 January, 2013) marks the 20th anniversary of Rudolf Nureyev‘s death. This France 24 article is a remembrance of his genius and legacy. I saw him dance in Boston in 1966 or ’67. He was dancing … Continue reading
Winter walks in the UK
From the London Independent. Floods notwithstanding – and there have been a LOT of them recently – here is a list of 50 winter walks grouped, helpfully, by region. Pull on those boots and get cracking!
Posted in General magpie travel, London travel, News from Europe, Scotland, UK news
Tagged UK travel, UK walks, UK winter walks
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Dutch research discovers why Rudolph’s nose is red
Dutch News reports on how this reindeer ‘fact’ was confirmed. Infra-red photo and all. Who knew?
Posted in General magpie travel, News from Europe, not really travel
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A pop-up dance club in Prague and a classical New Years concert
From Prague Post. Pop-up clubs are not new but this is an interesting variation in Prague on the ear-splitting, headache and deafness-inducing clubbing events we’ve all heard about. The article notes that the final event was held last weekend but … Continue reading
An iPhone app for Edinburgh Hogmanay
Edinburgh’s 2012/2013 Hogmanay festivities now have their own FREE iPhone app. Sounds great but I hope they’ll have an Android app soon (I’m looking at a Samsung phone for next year).
A virtual tour of the Louvre’s new branch in Lens
From France 24. Now that the Louvre’s second location is open in Lens, France, we can get a digital glimpse of what is there. Fears that this would be a second-rate installation proved to be unfounded. Click on the link … Continue reading
Posted in General magpie travel, News from Europe, France, European art
Tagged france travel, Louvre in Lens
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French wine news – Chateau d’Yquem ditching a 2012 vintage
From France 24. Chateau d’Yquem will not be putting down a 2012 vintage of their Sauternes. The reason? Lousy weather. Red Bordeaux will also be having a rough year. Better luck next year. Actually, I never would have known. I … Continue reading
Posted in News from Europe, France, Europe food & wine, not really travel
Tagged france travel, French wine, Chateau d'Yquem 2012
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My visit to Munich’s Oktoberfest
Like many people, I’ve wanted to visit Oktoberfest for a long time. This year I got my chance. After arriving in Salzburg, Austria at 5am on the night train from Slovenia, I shoved my luggage into a locker, bought a … Continue reading
New EasyJet service from London to Cornwall
From the London Independent. A new EasyJet route to Cornwall from London.
Ten best English country pubs – cheers!
From the London Independent. Now here’s a list that could be really useful next time you/I visit the British (mostly English) countryside. Country pubs! The Independent has done lists with more than ten items; surely this list of pubs could … Continue reading
Tempting tourists with Serbian vampires
From France 24. The town of Zarozje, Serbia near the border with Bosnia, is reviving an old vampire story and hoping to make some money from it. Perfect (Twilight) timing so good luck to them.
Day old baguettes are ‘hot’ in France. Sacre bleu!
From France 24. Now, cash-starved bread hounds in Nîmes are buying day-old baguettes to save money. What next?!
Holiday restaurant deals in Prague
From Prague Post. If you’ll be in Prague this month, here are some good deals at city restaurants.
Ten best British adventure breaks
From London Independent (I’m woefully behind in wading through the Independent’s travel sections). Biking, hiking, messing about in boats, er… kayaks and more. Active adventures in Britain.
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Tagged days out in the UK, UK travel, UK walks
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Nefertiti in Berlin now thru April 2013
From France 24. Berlin celebrates centenary of discovery of Nefertiti bust.
Louvre opens a new branch in Lens
From Deutsche Welle. A new branch of Paris’s Louvre is opening in the northern mining town of Lens. If you are in France after December 12, 2012, stop in.
England beats the All Blacks? Holy cow!
From France 24. This headline was a surprise. Still trying to decide if I’m pleased or disappointed. I’m sure the Brits are chuffed but the next Rugby World Cup in 2015 is a long way off. Stomach bugs aside, still … Continue reading
Visit Oxfordshire and (maybe) see a wallaby
From Oxford Mail. Wallabies seen in Oxfordshire. It’s certainly cheaper than flying Down Under if you want to see one. Maybe someone could round them up and have a wallaby park?
Posted in News from Europe, not really travel, UK news
Tagged news from Europe, oxford travel, UK travel, wallabies in Oxford
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