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Germany: Dusseldorf – The Paris of the North

Dusseldorf was founded over 700 years ago at the point where the River Dussel flows into the River Rhine. It is a busy trade … Continue reading

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France: The Canals of Audomarois

The transformation of wetlands into market gardens began 13 centuries ago when thousands of acres of marshland in Audomarois just outside of Saint Omer … Continue reading

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Ontario: Houseboat Holiday on the Lakes & Rivers

Travel the highways of Ontario the way the first explorers did – on the rivers, lakes and canals. Ontario’s network of locks and the … Continue reading

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Emerald Isle: Cycling Trails

Discover the hidden side of Ireland on a bicycle. Trails take you across parks and country lanes, along canal paths and by seaside villages. … Continue reading

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Northern France: The Unexplored Frontier

Northern France is just a hop across the English Channel and gateway from Britain to the continent. But despite thousands of travellers who pass … Continue reading

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Northern Ireland: Cruising the Shannon-Erne Waterway

It’s what they call “seeing Ireland from the inside out” – a tour on the longest waterway in Europe. A cabin cruiser is your … Continue reading

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The Netherlands: The Friesland Connection

Friesland, a nation of strong and independent people with their own language and culture who salvaged their land from the sea and who played … Continue reading

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England: The Counties

England has 47 counties, each one laden with history ancient and modern. In this round-up of major features and attractions we include Hadrian’s wall … Continue reading

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The Netherlands – Amsterdam

Amsterdam, the capital of Holland, may have a strong youth culture, but our explorations reveal a medieval city centre, a famous harbor and an … Continue reading

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The Netherlands – Meet the Dutch

Bridges, canals, windmills, dykes, tulips and bicycles – the Netherlands may be one of the smallest countries in Europe, but this maritime nation casts … Continue reading

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