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Greek, Turkish and What Knowing the Language Can Do For Your Travel Experience

Thumbnail image for Greek, Turkish and What Knowing the Language Can Do For Your Travel Experience by Contributor February 17, 2012 Southern Europe

Aaron Myers takes us to Greece as he shares a travel experience where he was limited by the language barrier.

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Our Next Move

Thumbnail image for Our Next Move by Andrea February 15, 2012 Northern Europe

We’re about to become expats again – find out where we’re headed next!

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Exploring the Vienna Christmas Markets (Photo Essay)

Thumbnail image for Exploring the Vienna Christmas Markets (Photo Essay) by Andrea November 27, 2011 Western & Central Europe

These outdoor markets are popular throughout Europe in the lead-up to Christmas Eve. None are more famous than those in Vienna.

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Artists of Prague

Thumbnail image for Artists of Prague by Andrea November 22, 2011 Western & Central Europe

Prague is an artistic city and a fantastic place to experience contemporary and modern art.

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Savic Hotel: A Romantic Place to Stay in Prague

Thumbnail image for Savic Hotel: A Romantic Place to Stay in Prague by Andrea November 20, 2011 Western & Central Europe

Enjoy the history and excitement of Prague before retreating to this romantic oasis right in the old town.

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How Could This Have Happened?

Thumbnail image for How Could This Have Happened? by Andrea November 16, 2011 Western & Central Europe

This is a tough day out but highly recommended. The Auschwitz camps were the largest Nazi concentration camps where over one million people were destroyed.

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A Night Out in Dresden’s Neustadt (Photo Essay)

Thumbnail image for A Night Out in Dresden’s Neustadt (Photo Essay) by Andrea November 11, 2011 Western & Central Europe

Full of cafes, shops, bars and restaurants, this part of Dresden is the place to be at night.

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Atrocities of the Berlin Wall

Thumbnail image for Atrocities of the Berlin Wall by Andrea November 10, 2011 Western & Central Europe

Pieces of the terrible Berlin Wall can still be found all over the city. We explored a couple on our visit and were moved by the stories and struggles of the city’s residents during its reign.

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10 Things to See and Do in Berlin City West

Thumbnail image for 10 Things to See and Do in Berlin City West by Andrea November 6, 2011 Western & Central Europe

A number of attractions and sights in the western part of the city deserve attention from visitors.

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Hecker’s Hotel: Boutique Luxury in Berlin’s West

Thumbnail image for Hecker’s Hotel: Boutique Luxury in Berlin’s West by Andrea November 6, 2011 Western & Central Europe

This boutique hotel is the ideal place for a retreat while visiting Germany’s vibrant capital.

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