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What to do and see in Willemstad, Curacao: The Best Distillery Tours
The lively capital of Curacao is a welcoming, upbeat destination with two distinct historic districts divided by the lovely St. Anna Bay. Punda, site of neat, narrow streets, is crammed with shops and museums. Otrobanda, or "The Other Side," is a maze of twisting residential streets, contrasting with the organized grid across the bay. Willemstad's colorful colonial architecture has won it UNESCO Heritage site designations. Diving and swimming with dolphins are popular activities in the bay.
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10 Sights & Landmarks in Ansan That You Shouldn't Miss
Ansan (Korean pronunciation: [an.san]) is a city in Gyeonggi Province, South Korea. It lies southwest of Seoul, and is part of the Seoul National Capital Area. It is connected to Seoul by rail via Seoul Subway Line 4. Ansan is situated on the Yellow Sea coast and some islands lie within its jurisdiction. The largest and best-known of these is Daebu Island. Several higher learning institutions are located in Ansan. They include Ansan University, Ansan College of Technology, Seoul Institute of the Arts, and the ERICA campus of Hanyang University. The Korea Transportation Safety Authority, a government agency, is also headquartered in Ansan on June 3, 2002. With its high number of foreign workers, Wongokbon-dong has been designated a multicultural area.
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Top 5 Things to do in Saxon, Saxon
Discover the best top things to do in Saxon, United States including Superior Falls, Buckeridge's Home and Gallery, Wren Falls, Saxon Pub Rack Shack, Star Kissed Charter Fishing - Day Tours.
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The 6 Best Transportation in Placencia, Stann Creek
Once a sleepy fishing village, Placencia has emerged as an increasingly popular eco-destination on the Caribbean. For those who enjoy outdoor adventure, the Stann Creek region offers a host of activities: hiking through mountainous rain forests, kayaking, deep sea fishing, diving and exploring Mayan ruins. The peninsula boasts 16 miles of tranquil beaches, with a lagoon to the west and the Caribbean to the east and lots of peace and quiet in the middle. Tour guides and dive centers offer a variety of excursions, with boat rides to the outer cayes an ongoing favorite. Also popular are guided land tours to Mayan Ruins or trekking the jungle trails of Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary, where the first Jaguar Reserve in the world was established.
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The 10 Best Points of Interest & Landmarks in Suzdal, Central Russia
Historic Suzdal is one of Russia’s oldest settlements, dating back to early the 11th century. It’s a serene and charming place, offering a latticework of unpaved paths that wind by churches with candy-colored domes, rustic wooden structures and cinematic meadows. Sip some local medovukha honey cider for a true taste of the region.
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10 Things to do in Carpentras That You Shouldn't Miss
French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.
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Things to do in Upper Franconia, Bavaria: The Best Nightlife
Discover the best top things to do in Upper Franconia, Germany including Hof, Shishacafe el-ikram, Old Marshal's, Backstage, Kilians Irish Pub, Oba Shisha Lounge, Der Plattenladen, Landwinkl Braeu, Wilde Hilde, Tiki Bar Kawenzmann.
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Things to do in Isesaki, Kanto: The Best Nature & Parks
Isesaki is a city located in Gunma Prefecture, Japan. As of February 2015, the city had an estimated population of 208,705, and a population density of 1500 persons per km². Its total area is 139.44 km².
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Things to do in Interlaken, Canton of Bern: The Best Sightseeing Tours
If you’re after a winter sports holiday, you can’t find a more gorgeous place to do it than Interlaken, the popular Swiss resort town. There’s superlative skiing, toboggan rides, miles of sledding tracks (which, like the ski slopes, vary in difficulty), snowboarding… all with amazing views of the mountains. In summer, hike among the ibex at nearby Neiderhorn, or shop for watches in the town’s boutiques.
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8 Day Trips from in Canton of Graubunden That You Shouldn't Miss
Quaint alpine villages and great skiing entice travelers to the Grisons. The sparsely populated region of eastern Switzerland contains the source of the Rhine and Inn rivers, 140 square miles of glaciers and dense pine forests. Join the ski action at the resorts of St. Moritz, Davos and Arosa or stake a lofty claim with a visit to Juf, which boasts the highest altitude of any inhabited village in the Alps. In summer, take a hike through the Engadine Valley in the unspoiled beauty of Swiss National Park.
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Things to do in Oahu, Hawaii (HI): The Best Nature & Parks
The Hawaiian island of Oahu is a surfer’s paradise, with swelling waves that can reach epic heights. No wonder, then, that it’s the site of one of the world’s premier competitions, the Triple Crown of Surfing. If hanging ten isn’t your thing, you can still enjoy the beautiful beaches – particularly famous Waikiki Beach in Honolulu. Art connoisseurs will appreciate the annual Hale'iwa Arts Festival, a celebration of local crafts, painting, jewelry, sculpture, dance, and music.
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The 7 Best Fishing Charters & Tours in Costa Brava, Catalonia
Whether you're looking for sandy beaches, rocky coves, tranquil villages or mountain scenery, Spain's Costa Brava has something to offer you. Situated in the north-east of the country overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, the Costa Brava region enjoys hot summers and mild winters, making it an all-year-round holiday destination. There are plenty of opportunities in the Costa Brava to play golf, tennis or football, as well as to take part in water sports. The Sant Daniel Valley on the western side of the Gavarres hills has mountain biking and trekking paths with stunning views. If you are looking for a cultural activity, the Archaeological Museum in Banyoles is housed in a Gothic palace and has displays of paleontology and pottery as well as archaeology. Modern art lovers must not miss the Theatre Museum in Figueres which has a collection of Salvador Dali's paintings. At the end of the day, if you still have some energy, there is no shortage of nightlife in towns such as Lloret de Mar.
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The 10 Best Waterfalls in Portugal, Portugal
– in Europe (green & dark grey) – in the European Union (green)
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Top 5 Sights & Landmarks in Jerez de Garcia Salinas, Zacatecas
Discover the best top things to do in Jerez de Garcia Salinas, Mexico including Teatro Hinojosa, Jardin Rafael Paez, De La Torre Building, Parroquia de la Inmaculada Concepcion, Santuario de Nuestra Senora de la Soledad.
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10 Things to do Good for Big Groups in San Martin Region That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in San Martin Region, Peru including Vertical Journey, La Tingana Refugio Natural, Laguna Sauce, Las Cataratas de Ahuashiyacu, Yurac Yana, Catarata Pucayaquillo, Centro Turistico Naciente del Rio Tio Yacu, Ecoparque La Sonada, Castillo de Lamas, Banos Termales San Mateo.
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Top 5 Spas & Wellness in Pekanbaru, Sumatra
Pekanbaru (Jawi: ڤكنبارو, Chinese: 北干巴鲁; pinyin: Běigānbālǔ, Dutch: Pakanbaroe), is the capital of Indonesian province of Riau, and a major economic center on the eastern part of Sumatra Island. It has an area of 632.26 km² with a population of 1,093,416. Located on the banks of the Siak River, which drains into the Strait of Malacca, Pekanbaru has direct access to the busy strait and was long known as a trading port. Pekanbaru was originally built as a market by Minangkabau merchants during the 18th century. Its name is derived from the Malay words for 'new market' ('pekan' is market and 'baru' is new).
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What to do and see in Miyaki-cho, Kyushu: The Best Sights & Landmarks
Discover the best top things to do in Miyaki-cho, Japan including Miyaki no Meisui, Chikurihachimangu, Ayabe Hachiman Shrine, Naridomi Hyogo Shigeyasu Kinenhi, Shiraishi Shrine.
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Top 10 Gift & Specialty Shops in Trat Province, Trat Province
Discover the best top things to do in Trat Province, Thailand including King Tailor, Koh Chang Milano Fashion, Chamois Collection, G. Armani Fashion, G Tailor, Boss Collection Tailor, Goods Market, Fashion Koh Chang, The Thai-Cambodian border trade market at Trat, Fashion Way.