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Useful travel information, destination guides and safety news for travellers living in the EU and EEA.
An Essential Guide to 2014 Sochi Olympic Games
The 2014 Winter Olympics is not too far off, so now is a good time to get winter sports travel insurance and get ready for the Games. Interest in the Games is at an all time high so it’s a good idea to get your accommodation and booking ready as soon as possible. If you have travel insurance but not sure about the schedule of the Games, here’s a guide to everything you need to know.
15 Best Christmas Markets in Germany
Christkindlmarkt or Christmas market in Germany is one of the main winter attractions of this great country. Christmas markets accompany the four weeks of Advent all over the country but the most popular ones are held in Cologne and Nuremberg. Let’s have a look at these and other famous German Christmas markets.
6 Favourite Winter Sports Events
There is nothing better than enjoying a relaxing winter vacation while engaging in your favourite winter sports events. Here is a rundown of the 6 favourite winter sports activities around the globe.
5 Places to Visit with Kids in Barcelona
People from all over the world and in all walks of life visit Barcelona. An estimated 7 million tourists visit the city every year, which makes it the 4th most visited place in the world. If you are planning to visit Barcelona with your kids, your family’s in for some wonderful surprises.
4 European Countries to Celebrate New Year 2014
Wouldn’t it be nice to be in one of the best European countries to celebrate New Year when the clock strikes midnight on December 31, 2014? Deciding where to go can be a little daunting. But we have compiled a list of the top 4 destinations for the New Year, so you can take your pick and start planning your celebration!
4 Best Food Markets in Europe
Not a lot of people plan on cooking their own meals while on vacation but that doesn’t stop them from visiting the best fresh markets. Europe is home to some of the best fresh markets in the world. Call it whatever you like — green markets, farmers’ markets, food markets — the fact remains: visiting these places is always a pleasurable experience even if you don’t cook!
10 Facts About Medical Treatment Abroad
Medical tourism has become a lucrative industry for dozens of countries around the world. Many people travel abroad to get medical treatment because it’s cheaper there than in hospitals at home. If you’re thinking about getting medical treatment abroad, you need to obtain as much information as you can before doing so.
Essential Reasons to Travel While You're Student
Travelling has always been one of the most exciting activities a person can do, particularly students. Indeed, it is very enjoyable to travel not only in your own country, but especially to other parts of the world. This is highly applicable to students. Being a student, it is a good idea to get yourself used to travelling, as it will serve as your stepping stone to reach the many opportunities available to you around the world.
Top 10 Best Water Parks in the World
Life, with all its considerable responsibilities, can often get humdrum. How about a wonderful escape from the mundane? How about taking a trip somewhere that would allow you to return to your world refreshed and rejuvenated? Do you love water and all the fun and promise it holds?
5 Easy Ways How to Travel Light
Travelling light allows you to enjoy your travel experience better. Imagine taking 4 heavy bags with you when you travel . That would certainly be very inconvenient especially if you have to take public transport to go from the airport to your hotel, and back.
Top 5 Luxury Scuba Diving Resorts
Almost anyone can do scuba diving, even kids. However, proper training is essential to ensure your safety, and your enjoyment. If you are considering taking up scuba diving as a recreational activity, you need to know where the most luxurious places are to try it. Below is a list of top 5 luxury scuba diving resorts.
3 Things People Would Take to a Desert Island
It's one of those questions that everyone asks at some time in their lives. Why is it such a favourite? The answer is obvious. Because it's not really a practical question at all; it's a psychological one. That is why we have decided to analyze the answers of the Globelink Winter Competition and present them to you below.
