City Guides

Culture & History, Dunkirk, France

75 years since the Miracle of Dunkirk

Operation Dynamo, also known as the “Miracle of Dunkirk” is widely regarded one of the most significant events British military history. Today, reference is still made to the “Spirit of Dunkirk” when it comes to encompassing a never-say-die a...

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Amsterdam, Berlin, Culture & History, France, Germany, Holland

Remembrance Monuments

The First and Second World Wars were era-defining, earth-shattering conflicts, which both fundamentally altered the political landscape of Europe. The First World War was dubbed the “War to End All Wars” but unfortunately, not even its recent mem...

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Activity & Adventure, Amsterdam, Family & Fun, Holland, Partners

Our Amsterdam Zoo mini cruise

A mini cruise to Amsterdam zoo makes a wonderful family short break and although you are only away for two nights, it feels as if you have been on a real adventure. Our family travelled together from Newcastle overnight in a refurbished 5 berth cabin...

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Amsterdam, Germany, Holland

A Break to Amsterdam, Cologne & Düsseldorf

I’ve visited Germany a few times including the Mosel Valley, Berlin and Hamburg, & I’d always had a great time. I’d heard Cologne was an interesting city with loads to do & after a quick Google search I discovered it was really easy to ...

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