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Lisbon in winter

Why Lisbon in winter is a perfect destination

Why Lisbon in winter is a perfect destination If you’re looking for the perfect destination to break up the monotony of winter, Lisbon in Portugal hits the mark. Lisbon lies in the extreme southwest of mainland Europe, in hills that face south. Winters here are mild, and the light is worth writing home about. The …

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diu

Photo of the Week: Diu Portuguese Past

  The Portuguese remnants in Diu are few, but enough to allow the visitor a chance to imagine times past. Diu was once part of Portugal, along with Daman, and more well-known Goa. Since 1961, they’ve been with India.   Today in Diu, you’ll find reprieve from the commotion typically associated with India. Diu’s streets …

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different sides of Macau

Photo of the Week: Different Sides of Macau

To many people, Macau means one thing: casinos. This little special administrative region of China that was both the first and last European colony in Asia, makes more money from gambling than Las Vegas. It’s a hot destination for rich mainland Chinese. To me it was about visiting an anomaly: a territory with a curious …

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convento de cristo

Convento de Cristo

In my travels throughout Spain the last few years I have been intrigued by the many sites associated with the Knights Templar, with their peculiar architecture and varied locations. Consequently, my curiosity regarding this mysterious half-religious half-military order had grown…

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