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What Is the Cannabis Cup?
The HIGH TIMES Cannabis Cup is the major cannabis festival that takes place in Amsterdam annually in late November.
Place des Vosges (2)
A second shot of the Vosges square in Paris and its elegant, unusual architectural detail.
Grant Museum of Zoology in London
The Grant Museum of Zoology has about 55,000 specimens, covering the whole Animal Kingdom. It's small and spooky and lots of fun. It's free so you can pop in regularly to learn more.
Why Do Ryanair Charge Multiple Credit Card Fees for a Single Transaction?
Can Ryanair justify charging multiple credit card fees for a single transaction? Ryanair's Head of Communication responds.
Why Galeries Lafayette Is a Legendary Paris Department Store
A complete guide to the famed Galeries Lafayette department store in Paris, a hotspot for designer shopping, home furnishings, and gourmet food goods.
Cheap Hotels in Piraeus, Greece
Piraeus is both the gateway to Athens and the Greek Islands.Athens image by Christopher Ritsch from Fotolia.comPiraeus is a few miles southeast of Athens on the Greek mainland. It serves as the port to the Greek capital today as it has for many centuries. All cruise ships making a stop in...
How to Avoid Crowds at the Eiffel Tower (and Other Tips)
Looking for a complete guide to the Eiffel Tower in Paris? Find info here on opening hours and admission onsite restaurants, history and highlights.
Non Touristy Places to Visit in Europe
Places like Chios, Greece, allow travelers to explore Europe without bumping into too many tourists.Greece, Chios image by photographer dk from Fotolia.comWhile seeing the sights of Europe is a dream for many, few people enjoy pushing their way through a crowd of tourists to get a peek....
Hotels in Saasveld, Overijssel
There are no hotels in the rural town of Saasveld in the Netherlands, however there are choices in nearby cities.Bryan Peterson/Photodisc/Getty ImagesSaasveld is a small rural town in the province of Overijssel in the Netherlands -- approximately 12 miles west of the German border. The...
Monument to Jewish Resistance
Take a visual tour of the many World War II monuments and memorials in Amsterdam. Occupied by Nazi Germany from May 1940 to May 1945, the Netherlands was on the forefront of the war. Many of these memorials honor those who lost their lives, whether from persecution or in resistance efforts.
Comfort Hotel Weissensee in Berlin, Germany
Berlin is a city that has seen remarkable change in the past two decades. A divided city until 1989, Berlin is now thriving as East and West come together. A booming arts and music scene attracts nearly 8 million visitors a year to Berlin. The Berlin Wall, which was once the tangible symbol of a div
Vedettes du Pont Neuf - Boat Cruises on the Seine
Vedettes du Pont Neuf is a tour operator offering boat tours along the Seine in Paris, France. Visit this page for practical info on their tours.