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The Titanic Belfast Experience
Belfast, Ireland, History, Attractions Claire Langan 1/3/25 Belfast, Ireland, History, Attractions Claire Langan 1/3/25

The Titanic Belfast Experience

"This is one of the most well-thought-out Titanic museums in the world. It’s really quite phenomenal." - James Cameron

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The Rebel County Cork
Cork, Ireland, Attractions, History Claire Langan 1/3/25 Cork, Ireland, Attractions, History Claire Langan 1/3/25

The Rebel County Cork

County Cork earned the nickname "Rebel County" due to its historical legacy of dissent and defiance. Here's a little background on why.

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Austria, Culture, History, Inspiring People Claire Langan 12/6/24 Austria, Culture, History, Inspiring People Claire Langan 12/6/24

A Tale of Obsession and Murder in Vienna

Forget The Sound of Music - the best Hollywood movie set in Austria is Amadeus.

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The Riddle of Edvard Munch's ‘The Scream’
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The Riddle of Edvard Munch's ‘The Scream’

It is one of the world’s most famous artworks, a universal symbol of anxiety and it even has its own emoji 😱. Here are some clues to understanding Edvard Munch’s most celebrated motif.

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Arya ready for these Game of Thrones locations?

Tourism around the hit TV show has been a huge boost to Croatia's economy - not that you need another reason to visit this anything-but-stark country.

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101 Dalmatian Facts
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101 Dalmatian Facts

Here's 101 things you maybe didn't know about the Dalmatia region of Croatia. Yes, the dog breed originated here.

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Stirling Castle - a Symbol of Scottish Pride
Scotland, History Claire Langan 9/5/24 Scotland, History Claire Langan 9/5/24

Stirling Castle - a Symbol of Scottish Pride

Stirling Castle is one of Scotland's most iconic landmarks and boasts a rich and fascinating history dating back over 900 years.

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The Ancient Wonders and Culinary Delights of Greece
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The Ancient Wonders and Culinary Delights of Greece

From crumbling ruins to crumbling feta, here are the biggest reasons to love Greece.

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Canada’s Special Relationship with the Netherlands
Netherlands, Canada, History Claire Langan 6/7/24 Netherlands, Canada, History Claire Langan 6/7/24

Canada’s Special Relationship with the Netherlands

Tulips pop up every spring in Ottawa. These beautiful blooms are a unique thank you gift from Canada's close friend, the Netherlands.

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Tulip Mania and the Great Tulip Market Bubble
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Tulip Mania and the Great Tulip Market Bubble

In the 1600s, Holland witnessed a frenzy like no other, famously dubbed "Tulip Mania." This period saw the sudden and astronomical rise in the value of tulips.

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The Pinnacle of European Art and History
Netherlands, Culture, History Claire Langan 6/6/24 Netherlands, Culture, History Claire Langan 6/6/24

The Pinnacle of European Art and History

Amsterdam museums feature some of Europe's most important history and artists.

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Immerse yourself in history, art and culture at British museums

London has a great variety of world class museums and galleries.

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The perfect place to learn about European history
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The perfect place to learn about European history

This one country packs more European history than some of its neighboring countries.

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The fairy tale Neuschwanstein Castle

Situated perfectly above the village of Hohenschwangau in southwest Bavaria, Germany is just the kind of storybook palace you'd expect to see in a Disney movie.

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The ceilings of St Peter's Basilica

The high, domed ceiling is ornately decorated with painted stucco depictions of Christ, several saints, and numerous other heavenly hosts.

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