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The magnificent balconies and door-knockers of Malta

by Anne Betts | Jan 20, 2022 | Malta

If you enjoy getting lost in architecturally rich neighbourhoods, you’ll love Malta. Art is reflected in its balconies, door-knockers, and exquisitely adorned corner niches. These, and more, are reasons to spend many pleasurable hours wandering the streets of towns...

Visit Kilmainham Gaol Dublin: a lesson in Ireland’s history

by Anne Betts | Jan 5, 2022 | Ireland

If you visit Kilmainham Gaol Dublin, you’ll be introduced to the story of Grace Gifford and Joseph Plunkett. As we gather in the chapel, here in old Kilmainham Gaol, I think about these past few weeks, or will they say we failed? From our school...

7 Reasons to visit Derinkuyu ancient underground city in Türkiye

by Anne Betts | Dec 10, 2021 | Turkey

A hot-air balloon ride over Cappadocia’s fairy chimney landscape is a major attraction for most visitors to central Türkiye. Those who stay longer quickly discover that the region boasts a fascinating history. Not to be missed are the magnificent underground cities...

Best view of Prague from St Vitus Cathedral, Prague Castle

by Anne Betts | Aug 7, 2021 | Czech Republic

It’s a rare list of the most beautiful cities in Europe that doesn’t include Prague. One of its outstanding features is the number of vantage points from which to admire views of the city. For the best view of Prague, my favourite viewpoint is from the Great South...

Visit Titanic Belfast where the legendary Titanic was designed and built

by Anne Betts | Jul 9, 2021 | Ireland

If you’re intrigued by the Titanic story, you’ll definitely want to add Belfast to your travel plans. Titanic Belfast, a museum and visitor centre, stands on the former Harland and Wolff shipyard where the ill-fated ship was designed and built. Titanic Belfast is the...

The ultimate guide to Cycletours Netherlands by bike and barge

by Anne Betts | Jul 3, 2021 | Cycling Trips, Netherlands

Updated July 3, 2021 With a population of almost 17 million people owning close to 20 million bicycles, cycling is a way of life for people of all ages in the Netherlands. It’s the perfect country to enjoy a cycling vacation with Cycletours Netherlands by bike...