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Discover The Beauty of Norfolk on The Bittern Line

Discover The Beauty of Norfolk on The Bittern Line
by Frances Lawrence on November 3, 2009 in United Kingdom

Norfolk is one of my favourite parts of England, it lacks the rugged beauty of Devon and Cornwall but it has it’s own unique charm that draws me back year after year. The Bittern line is a 30 mile railway route that runs from the city of Norwich through the beautiful and unspoilt countryside of the Norfolk Broads to the the village of Sheringham. The line is named after the Bittern a resident bird in East Anglia, is know for it’s booming call. Let me take you on a pictorial journey along the Bittern Line.

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The Sleeper Train to Penzance

The Sleeper Train to Penzance
by Frances Lawrence on November 2, 2009 in United Kingdom

My husband is obsessed with trains, so it was no surprise when he suggested that we should travel by train on our honeymoon. The biggest surprise was that I enjoyed every minute of it.

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A Preserved Railway Amid Beautiful Countryside

A Preserved Railway Amid Beautiful Countryside
by Frances Lawrence on October 22, 2009 in Practical Travel

I am very lucky to live in Northamptonshire, England surrounded by some beautiful countryside. My favourite place to walk is the Brampton Valley Way, I always take my camera because there is so much to see.

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The Wonders of Japan: Tokyo

The Wonders of Japan: Tokyo
by Jumjum on September 27, 2009 in Japan

Great sightseeing places in Tokyo!

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The Railway Journey

The Railway Journey
by Khizarali on September 3, 2009 in Pakistan

A railway journey from Karachi to Rawalpindi.

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Weekend Trip From Mumbai to Matheran

Weekend Trip From Mumbai to Matheran
by PropTrader on August 9, 2009 in India

Hey All! Last weekend we took a break from our convoluted city lives and trekked to a beautiful hill station called ‘Matheran’.

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Nifty Packing Tips for Your Next Vacation

Nifty Packing Tips for Your Next Vacation
by Bruce A Tucker on May 29, 2009 in Tips

If you are traveling anytime soon and dread packing like me then here are some tips you can use to make it a little less painful.

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Five Tips for Traveling by Train in the US

Five Tips for Traveling by Train in the US
by Liam Carnahan on May 15, 2009 in Budget Travel

A list of tips for travelers who feel like seeing the country in the old fashioned way, by rail.

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Traveling Tips: Follow These Helpful Tips If You are Traveling Overseas

Traveling Tips: Follow These Helpful Tips If You are Traveling Overseas
by Bruce A Tucker on April 14, 2009 in Practical Travel

Traveling overseas anytime soon? Long before you fly or set sail, there are some things you can do to make your overseas adventure more relaxing, enjoyable and safe.

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Flying: Five Tips to a More Comfortable Experience

Flying: Five Tips to a More Comfortable Experience
by Bruce A Tucker on April 9, 2009 in Air Travel

Flying for me is one of necessity. In other words I don’t like to fly I only do it to get to destinations I can not drive to. Here are five tips to make your flight and experience a better one.

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