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When should I book my holiday flight?

The holidays are a fantastic time to visit friends and family, but booking those holiday trips can be a major headache. Getting from point A to point B can become incredibly expensive, but it shouldn’t be. With the right planning, you can book a fantastic trip for a great price. Getting the best price for holiday tickets sounds impossible, but there is actually a process that ensures the best price. The right time to buy a price definitely depends on the holiday. To get home by Christmas, you should probably purchase your flight during the week of November 21st. Booking…

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12 Years on – Sri Lanka’s Recovery From the Indian Ocean Tsunami

A mere 12 years ago, one of the deadliest disasters in human history ravaged dozens of nations ringing the Indian Ocean. Over 230,000 lives were lost on December 26th, 2004, with over 30,000 dying in Sri Lanka alone. How has this island nation recovered since this unprecedented catastrophe? It has done so through the help of countless volunteers like Anura Leslie Perera, a highly successful mechanical engineer that helped lead efforts to alleviate suffering in the immediate aftermath of the tsunami. Additionally, measures have also been taken to strengthen this country so that it will be a stronger place than…

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Taking a trip to Dublin and seeing the Book of Kells

One of my child’s favourite films is ‘The Secret of Kells’, an animated piece made in Ireland. The film looks at the creation of the famous Book of Kells, one of the greatest Irish treasures found in the world. I’d definitely recommend having a watch of the film with your kids (it’s a beautifully drawn piece that I actually enjoyed myself), but a couple of months ago, I decided to head out for a particularly special day trip. The Book of Kells itself is found in Dublin, contained in a specially made part of the famous Trinity College. If you…

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The Coolest Neighborhoods in Paris to Stay In

If a trip to Paris is in your future this coming new year then start making your plans now because there are plenty of great places to stay while in the great city. You can find the best HouseTrip Destinations by knowing a little about the city before you arrive there. Paris is broken up into 20 different sized arrondissements or neighborhoods and they are numbered. They go out circular patterns, the center being Ile de la Cité at number one and then increasing in numerical name from there. Neighborhoods closer to the center of the city have lower numbers;…

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5 Must See Museums and Galleries in Europe

If you are so lucky to be able to take a trip throughout Europe and you have time to make a few stops along the way, then you must take advantage of these 5 must see museums and galleries. Each one located in beautiful settings across Europe, they offer something for every history, art, culture, and design lover! You do not want to miss out on these great opportunities to see some of the best museums and galleries in Europe… The British Museum is located in the heart of London and is one amazing example of a museum that is…

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