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Paris, France

Paris Skyline Eiffel Tower by Taylor Miles

Stunning, magnificent Paris… here are just a few of the names used to describe the city: "The City of Lights", "The City of Love", "The City of Bridges", and "The City of Fashion."
Place des Vosges, Paris

Place des Vosges, Paris by Henrik Berger Jørgensen
The Louvre, Paris

Le Louvre, Paris by Valentin Todorov
Champs Elysees, Paris

Champs-Élysées from Above by Jonathan
The Eiffel Tower, Paris

Eiffel Tower from Champ de Mars by Chris Wall
Day trip to Versailles

Versailles 10/10/2013 by Adam Horne
Day trip to Vaux le Vicomte Castle

Château de Vaux le Vicomte by Corentin Foucaut

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Night life Historic Food Culture 0 nightsThu. Jan 01

Stunning, magnificent Paris… here are just a few of the names used to describe the city: "The City of Lights", "The City of Love", "The City of Bridges", and "The City of Fashion."

For good reason, Paris –city of art, history, culture, lights, fashion, and cuisine –continues to be one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations!

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Things to do in and around Limoges

Limoges, France

Limoges from cathedral gardens by Matt Brown

Limoges is known for its medieval and Renaissance enamels (Limoges enamels) on copper, for its 19th-century porcelain (Limoges porcelain) and for its oak barrels which are used for Cognac production. Main sights include : The Crypt of Saint Martial, 10th century, including the tomb of the bishop who evangelized the city. It was discovered in the 1960's while building an underground parking lot (place de la republique). Remains of the Gallo-Roman amphitheater, one of the largest in ancient Gaul. The Gothic Limoges Cathedral (Cathedrale Saint-Etienne de Limoges), begun in 1273 and only finished in 1888. It is noted for a fine loft built in 1534 and for the partly octagonal bell tower.
Historic Center, Limoges

Historic Quarter by Dave Shea
Botanical Garden of the Bishopric, Limoges

Cathedral gardens by __andrew
Museum of Fine Arts, Limoges

Triptych with scenes from the life of Saint John the Baptist attributed to Martin Didier Pape French Limoges 1580 Enamel on copper (1) by Mary Harrsch
Limoges Cathedral

Cathédrale by Sandra
Day trip to Dordogne Valley in the Southern Perigord Noir

Dominance / submission * by dynamosquito
Day trip to Manoir d'Eyrignac gardens

Les Jardins du Manoir d'Eyrignac, Perigord, France by Charlotte Powell
Gare de Limoges-Benedictins, Limoges

Gare de Limoges Bénédictins II by Emilio Sancho Andrés
National Museum Adrien Dubouche, Limoges

Limoges (87) - Musée National Adrien Dubouché by Daniel sanvoisin
Aquarium, Limoges

limoges_aquarium_scorpion_fish by Damien
Museum of the Resistance, Limoges

H22 Limoges musée de la Résistance by mksfca
Day trip to Lascaux Caves

Lascaux II - Hall of The Bulls (with a bear) by Adibu456
Day trip to Chateau de Chalucet

Les ruines des Tours de Chalucet by Patrick Nouhailler
Day trip to Park Zoo of Reynou

Chapmans Zebras by Andrew Ives
Day trip to Cave of the Grand Roc

_DSC2512_DxO by Alexandre Dolique
Day trip to Perigueux

IMG_4055 by Rémi de Valenciennes

This lovely town located in Dordogne, features a Renaissance and Medieval district with interesting monuments.
Day trip to Sarlat la Caneda

P1000242 Sarlat-la-Canéda, maisons vues de la tour de l'ancienne église Sainte-Marie by Marie Thérèse Hébert & Jean Robert Thibault

This Medieval town is known for its great restaurants, where you can find the best truffles and foie gras in the region.

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Limoges

France, Limousin region

Historic Food 3 nightsThu. Jan 01 - Sun. Jan 04

Limoges is known for its medieval and Renaissance enamels (Limoges enamels) on copper, for its 19th-century porcelain (Limoges porcelain) and for its oak barrels which are used for Cognac production. Main sights include : The Crypt of Saint Martial, 10th century, including the tomb of the bishop who evangelized the city. It was discovered in the 1960's while building an underground parking lot (place de la republique). Remains of the Gallo-Roman amphitheater, one of the largest in ancient Gaul. The Gothic Limoges Cathedral (Cathedrale Saint-Etienne de Limoges), begun in 1273 and only finished in 1888. It is noted for a fine loft built in 1534 and for the partly octagonal bell tower.

Known for its famous porcelain production, this lovely town also offers medieval architecture, fascinating museums, and green parks.

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Things to do in and around Colchester

Colchester, United Kingdom

Another view of the Pink House by JR P

An authentic British destination visited by few tourists
Day trip to London

hdr parliament by Graeme Maclean

Steeped in history and royalty, the English capital is considered to be one of the most progressive and exciting cities in the world.
Day trip to White Cliffs of Dover

White Cliffs of Dover, UK by Kevin Oliver
Day trip to Leeds Castle

Leeds Castle by David Heckman
Day trip to Anglesey Abbey

Anglesey Abbey (NT) 16-10-2010 by Karen Roe
Day trip to Cambridge

College Rooftops by Howard Chalkley

A famous university city full of highly respected colleges, medieval architecture, thriving culture, and lush countryside.
Day trip to Shell Grotto

The Shell Grotto by B
Day trip to Warner Bros. Harry Potter Studio Tour

Harry Potter Warner Bros Studio Tour! by Natalie
Day trip to South Foreland Lighthouse

South Foreland Lighthouse (NT) 19-04-2012 by Karen Roe

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Colchester

United Kingdom

3 nightsSun. Jan 04 - Wed. Jan 07

An authentic British destination visited by few tourists

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Things to do in and around Copenhagen

Copenhagen, Denmark

Nyhavn by Angel Torres

Copenhagen is the capital and most populated city of Denmark. The inner city of Copenhagen features many of Copenhagen's most popular monuments and attractions and the city's most distinctive district is Frederiksstaden, with the Amalienborg Palace at its centre. Copenhagen also serves as the cultural hub of Denmark and wider Scandinavia with a wide array of museums and a significant jazz scene. Strøget, a popular shopping area, hosts many street performers in the late afternoon and evening. Copenhagen is home to the two oldest amusement parks in the world - Dyrehavsbakken and Tivoli Gardens. The city also has many restaurants and bars with nightclub staing open until 5 or 6 in the morning.
National Museum, Copenhagen

100_4201 by rkcr
Historic Center, Copenhagen

Copenhagen by Chris Yunker
Rosenborg Castle, Copenhagen

Rosenborg Castle, Copenhagen by Dan
Port of Copenhagen

Nyhavn by magro_kr
Day trip to Fredensborg Palace and Gardens

Denmark_0448 - Fredensborg Palace by Dennis Jarvis
Day trip to Louisiana Museum of Modern Art

København / Louisiana - Museum for Moderne Kunst (Museum of Modern Art) by jaime.silva
Tivoli Gardens, Copenhagen

Tivoli fountains by Sunny Ripert
Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek, Copenhagen

Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek by Filippo Diotalevi
National Gallery of Denmark, Copenhagen

National Gallery of Denmark, Copenhagen by Matt Kieffer
The David Collection, Copenhagen

DSC_7758 by SnippyHolloW
Day trip to Frilandsmuseet

14 open air museum by mksfca
Day trip to Cliffs of Mon

Mons klint 20130729_107 by News Oresund
Kastellet, Copenhagen

Kastellet by Eric Gilliland
Frederiksberg Gardens, Copenhagen

Frederiksberg Palace_view (5) by Miss Copenhagen
Tycho Brahe Planetarium, Copenhagen

Tycho Brahe Planetarium, Copenhagen by marcin wojcik
Round Tower, Copenhagen

Round Tower Rundertaarn in Copenhagen by Heather Cowper
Day trip to Lake Esrum

2009-07-15 by Guillaume Baviere
Day trip to Jaegersborg Dyrehave

Jægersborg Deer Park by Jean-Marie Muggianu

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Copenhagen

Denmark, North Zealand Island region

Night life Food Culture Historic Beaches 2 nightsWed. Jan 07 - Fri. Jan 09

Copenhagen is the capital and most populated city of Denmark. The inner city of Copenhagen features many of Copenhagen's most popular monuments and attractions and the city's most distinctive district is Frederiksstaden, with the Amalienborg Palace at its centre. Copenhagen also serves as the cultural hub of Denmark and wider Scandinavia with a wide array of museums and a significant jazz scene. Strøget, a popular shopping area, hosts many street performers in the late afternoon and evening. Copenhagen is home to the two oldest amusement parks in the world - Dyrehavsbakken and Tivoli Gardens. The city also has many restaurants and bars with nightclub staing open until 5 or 6 in the morning.

Originating as a 10C Viking fishing village, the capital now offers amazing culture, historic sites, restaurants, and nightlife.

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Things to do in and around Halmstad

Halmstad, Sweden

Halmstad desde el otro lado del río Nissan by jsolanoma

Halmstad is a industrial and recreational city at the mouth of the river Nissan, on the Swedish west coast. The city celebrated its 700th anniversary in 2007 and parts of the old town are found in the present day town centre. The oldest remains of that first town are to be found at "Övraby" upstream on Nissan, just south of and quite close to the present day regiment buildings.
Historic Center, Halmstad

Halmstad, peatonal by Mariano Draghi
Galgberget, Halmstad

2011-07-03 by Guillaume Baviere
Halmstad Aventyrsland

Aqua Park by costanavarino
Beach, Halmstad

2011-07-03 by Guillaume Baviere
Day trip to Soderasen National Park

Soderasen, Klippan, national park by Ivan Naurholm
Day trip to Sofiero Castle

2010-05-29 by Guillaume Baviere
Day trip to Akulla Beech Forest

View from the fell in Tänndalen by Alexander Cahlenstein
Day trip to Mjellby Art Museum

P2720190 by Franklin Heijnen
Day trip to Getteron Nature Reserve

Getterön, Varberg by Hans G Bäckman

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Halmstad

Sweden, Halland region

Beaches Night life Food 2 nightsFri. Jan 09 - Sun. Jan 11

Halmstad is a industrial and recreational city at the mouth of the river Nissan, on the Swedish west coast. The city celebrated its 700th anniversary in 2007 and parts of the old town are found in the present day town centre. The oldest remains of that first town are to be found at "Övraby" upstream on Nissan, just south of and quite close to the present day regiment buildings.

Originally part of Denmark, Halmstad's proximity to some of Sweden's best beaches makes it a great summer getaway.

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Things to do in and around Stockholm

Stockholm, Sweden

Stockholm by edward stojakovic

The Stockholm Archipelago is the capital city of Sweden and is made up of fourteen islands (and about 50 bridges). It is the largest archipelago in the country and has gained the moniker “the Venice of the North”. It is in the southwestern region of Sweden, situated where Lake Mälaren meets up with the Baltic Sea.
Historic Center, Stockholm

Stockholm street snaps by Anastos Kol
Skansen Open Air Museum, Stockholm

Stockholm_2013 05 31_3193 by Harvey Barrison
Swedish History Museum, Stockholm

Stockholm, Sweden by Alejandro
Museum of Medieval Stockholm

Medieval Stockholm diorama by Thomas Quine
Day trip to Drottningholm Palace

The Drottningholm Palace, Stockholm by Robert Andersson
Day trip to Steninge Castle

Steninge Slott, Sweden by Vitaly Makaganiuk
St. Nicholas Church, Stockholm

Storkyrkan by Cha già José
Djurgarden, Stockholm

Galärparken (Djurgarden - Stockholm) by Sergio Calleja (Life is a trip)
City Hall, Stockholm

Stockholm City Hall (Stockholms stadshus) by CeBepuH
Vasa Museum, Stockholm

The Wasa by Johan A
Day trip to Haga Park

05may15 hagaprk blåpaviljong by xjy
Day trip to Tyresta National Park

Tyresta National Park by Luana
Nordic Museum, Stockholm

Stockholm - Djurgården - Nordic Museum by Julien Ambrosiano
Rosendals Tradgard, Stockholm

Fleurs dans Rosendals Tradgard. by Jean-Marie Muggianu
Stockholm Palace

Stockholm Royal Palace by Julien Ambrosiano
Modern Art Museum, Stockholm

Moderna Museet by Francisco Anzola
Day trip to Skokloster Castle

Skokloster Castle by Foto Captor
Day trip to Gamla Uppsala

Gamla Uppsala by Ludovic Lubeigt

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Stockholm

Sweden, Uppland region

Night life Historic Food Culture Beaches 2 nightsSun. Jan 11 - Tue. Jan 13

The Stockholm Archipelago is the capital city of Sweden and is made up of fourteen islands (and about 50 bridges). It is the largest archipelago in the country and has gained the moniker “the Venice of the North”. It is in the southwestern region of Sweden, situated where Lake Mälaren meets up with the Baltic Sea.

Sweden's capital and most populous city, Stockholm spans 14 small islands, offering its visitors culture, nightlife, and great food.

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Things to do in and around Sundsvall

Sundsvall, Sweden

Sundsvall by Greger Ravik

Sundsvall is a city and the seat of Sundsvall Municipality in Västernorrland County, Sweden. Each July the town holds a large, commercial music festival in the city called Gatufesten. There are two theatres and various musical venues. There is also a small guitar festival and a larger heavy metal festival every autumn called Nordfest. Sundsvall is also home to the unique festival Musikschlaget which is an alternative song contest for groups around Sweden with disabilities.
Himlabadet, Sundsvall

Great Wolf Lodge indoor water park by Peter Dedina
Historic Center, Sundsvall

Konsertteatern by Anders
Norra Berget Stadspark, Sundsvall

Sundsvall, Sweden, August 2015 by hectorlo
Stenstaden, Sundsvall

Strandgatan (2) by Anders
Day trip to Skuleskogen National Park

Skuleskogen Nationalpark by Hardo Müller
Day trip to High Coast

Skuleberget, High Coast, Sweden by HappyTellus
Kulturmagasinet, Sundsvall

Sundsvall, Sweden, August 2015 by hectorlo
Day trip to King Chulalongkorn Memorial

Pagoda by Kelsea Groves
Day trip to Harnosand

Harnosand Sweden.JPG by Michel Dignand

A lovely town where visitors can enjoy the outdoors all year round, offering plenty of winter sports and hiking during the summer.

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Sundsvall

Sweden, Vasternorrland region

Night life 2 nightsTue. Jan 13 - Thu. Jan 15

Sundsvall is a city and the seat of Sundsvall Municipality in Västernorrland County, Sweden. Each July the town holds a large, commercial music festival in the city called Gatufesten. There are two theatres and various musical venues. There is also a small guitar festival and a larger heavy metal festival every autumn called Nordfest. Sundsvall is also home to the unique festival Musikschlaget which is an alternative song contest for groups around Sweden with disabilities.

A Swedish city with an industrial history, Sundsvall now boasts parks, museums, and historic attractions.

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Things to do in and around Umea

Umea, Sweden

Umea by Pierre Gorissen

Umeå is a town in northern Sweden and the capital of Västerbotten County. It is the biggest city in Norrland and the twelfth biggest in Sweden Umeå is a centre for cultural activities, with annual film and music festivals. The annual Umeå Jazz Festival is one of the larger Scandinavian festivals for modern jazz. The Opera of northern Sweden, the Norrland Opera, is based in the city. Umeå is located along the Blue Highway, which is an international tourist route from Mo i Rana, Norway to Pudozh, Russia via Finland.
Vasterbottens Museum, Umea

red house by bendus
Historic Center, Umea

Umea Downtown by Rob MacEwen
Bildmuseet, Umea

Bildmuseet Umeå by M Poudyal
Umea Sculpture Park

IMG_8512 by samuel bietenholz
Day trip to Skuleskogen National Park

Skuleskogen Nationalpark by Hardo Müller
Day trip to Skelleftea

skellefteå busstation by verlassdiestadt

Skelleftea is a small modern mining city situated on the edge of Swedish Lapland, surrounded by breathtaking northern nature.
Guitars - the Museum, Umea

Guitar by Andee Duncan
Day trip to Lycksele

Small town near Stockholm by Ari Helminen

A historic riverside city with a small-town feel, Lycksele is a great starting point for your exploration of Lapland and Sami culture.

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Umea

Sweden, Norrland region

Night life Culture Active Food Nature 2 nightsThu. Jan 15 - Sat. Jan 17

Umeå is a town in northern Sweden and the capital of Västerbotten County. It is the biggest city in Norrland and the twelfth biggest in Sweden Umeå is a centre for cultural activities, with annual film and music festivals. The annual Umeå Jazz Festival is one of the larger Scandinavian festivals for modern jazz. The Opera of northern Sweden, the Norrland Opera, is based in the city. Umeå is located along the Blue Highway, which is an international tourist route from Mo i Rana, Norway to Pudozh, Russia via Finland.

The largest city in northern Sweden boasts warm beaches in the summer, as well as excellent snowboarding and winter sports opportunities.

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Things to do in and around Lulea

Lulea, Sweden

Luleå by Rouzbeh Delavari

Luleå is a city on the coast of northern Sweden. The world’s first indoor mall was built in Luleå and was named Shopping, there are two other malls in Luleå, Strand and Smedjan. The main shopping streets in Luleå are Storgatan and Kungsgatan, a couple of kilometers outside of Luleå there is a shopping center called Storheden. Luleå Hamnfestival (Luleå harbor festival) is a big summer event in the center of Luleå, held in July andis a free event. Musikens makt (The power of music) is a smaller music festival that is each summer in August at Gültzauudden since 2010. This is a free concert.
City Center, Lulea

Lulea.La rue piétonne. by Antoine 49
Museum of Norrbotten, Lulea

norbotten museum lulea by Pierre Mounier
Leo's Lekland, Lulea

Ball pool by Adrian Cockle
Day trip to Gammelstad Church Town

Gammelstad Church Town by Mark Hakansson
Day trip to Nederlulea Church

DSC09988 by Steven Lee
Day trip to Pitea

Sommar i Piteå by Ullis

A nice getaway throughout the year, this town offers beaches and spa facilities, as well as winter-sports and skiing opportunities.
Day trip to Skelleftea

skellefteå busstation by verlassdiestadt

Skelleftea is a small modern mining city situated on the edge of Swedish Lapland, surrounded by breathtaking northern nature.
Day trip to Alvsbyn

theviewofsplit by fairy_dawg

A small northern village surrounded by nature, boasting an authentic atmosphere and nearby attractions.
Day trip to Boden

Boden by Britt-Marie Sohlström

A cheaper alternative to the city of Lulea, this town boasts a long history and some interesting landmarks.

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Lulea

Sweden, Norrbotten region

Nature Beaches Active 2 nightsSat. Jan 17 - Mon. Jan 19

Luleå is a city on the coast of northern Sweden. The world’s first indoor mall was built in Luleå and was named Shopping, there are two other malls in Luleå, Strand and Smedjan. The main shopping streets in Luleå are Storgatan and Kungsgatan, a couple of kilometers outside of Luleå there is a shopping center called Storheden. Luleå Hamnfestival (Luleå harbor festival) is a big summer event in the center of Luleå, held in July andis a free event. Musikens makt (The power of music) is a smaller music festival that is each summer in August at Gültzauudden since 2010. This is a free concert.

The northern seaside city overlooks beautiful views of Swedish islands and features Gammelstad, Lulea's original settlement.

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Things to do in and around Rovaniemi

Rovaniemi, Finland

Rovaniemi by Yeh Yeh

Rovaniemi is a city andthe administrative capital and commercial centre of Finland's northernmost province, Lapland. Because of the unspoiled nature and numerous recreational opportunities, tourism is an important industry in Rovaniemi. The city has a number of hotels and restaurants located both in the center and on the outskirts of the town. Rovaniemi's most prominent landmarks include the Jätkänkynttilä bridge, the Arktikum House which, the Rovaniemi Town Hall and Lappia House. Rovaniemi is considered the official home town of Santa Claus and is home to the Santa Claus Village at the Arctic Circle and Santa Park, which is located at the north part of town.
Arctic Center, Rovaniemi

Arktikum Rovaniemi by TausP.
Historic Center, Rovaniemi

Finland_2014_Rovaniemi_002_m1_screen by Pavel Trebukov
Administrative and Cultural Center, Rovaniemi

Biblioteca de Rovaniemi by Josep Maria Torra
Ounasvaara Hill, Rovaniemi

P1010309-1 by Eero Leppänen
Day trip to Lake Kemijarvi

Lake Abant by Alper Orus
Day trip to Pyha-Luosto National Park

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Santa Claus Village, Rovaniemi

Santa Claus Village by Timo Newton-Syms
Day trip to Ranua Wildlife Park

Ranua10_8175 by Pekka Isomursu
Day trip to Kemi

Finland_Sep_2014_Kemi_004_m1_screen by Pavel Trebukov

Popular primarily during wintertime, this 19C town boasts the largest snow castle in the world, a gem museum, and a harbor.
Day trip to Kemijarvi

Kemijärvi 2014-06-05 23.31.21 by Joni Ahola

As the northernmost town in Finland, Kemijarvi is the base to many adventures, from easy day hikes to extreme winter sports.

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Rovaniemi

Finland, Lapland region

Nature Night life Active 2 nightsMon. Jan 19 - Wed. Jan 21

Rovaniemi is a city andthe administrative capital and commercial centre of Finland's northernmost province, Lapland. Because of the unspoiled nature and numerous recreational opportunities, tourism is an important industry in Rovaniemi. The city has a number of hotels and restaurants located both in the center and on the outskirts of the town. Rovaniemi's most prominent landmarks include the Jätkänkynttilä bridge, the Arktikum House which, the Rovaniemi Town Hall and Lappia House. Rovaniemi is considered the official home town of Santa Claus and is home to the Santa Claus Village at the Arctic Circle and Santa Park, which is located at the north part of town.

Just south of the Arctic Circle, Rovaniemi is Lapland's capital. Its location offers a good chance of seeing the aurora borealis.

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