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Holiday Haunts by Ruby Yusuf
 Whether you are a believer or a sceptic, you have to admit that ghost stories can be a lot of fun. Imagine returning home from a holiday and thrilling family and friends with a true or perhaps slightly exaggerated tale of a creepy encounter with the supernatural. Where would one go for such spine tingling vacations you might ask? Well, the somewhat unsettling answer is that ghosts apparently exist in almost every corner of the planet!
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| A Greek Odyssey By Ruby Yusuf |
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 Proclaimed to be the birthplace of western civilization, the cradle of an ancient empire that inspired famous thinkers and philosophers, and the home of dramatic ruins set amidst breathtaking natural scenery, Greece is a truly memorable destination for any traveller.
Walk in the footsteps of Aristotle and Plato through the narrow and meandering streets of historic Athens. Follow a well-trodden path that ascends the Acropolis, undoubtedly the most renowned Greek landmark, and discover the perfect spot near...
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| Trendy Honeymoon Destinations for 2009By Ruby Yusuf |
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 Having trouble deciding on a honeymoon destination? It’s quite understandable since planning for a wedding is enough to send any sane person’s head spinning. Well, despair not for we have scoured through many of the world’s renowned travel publications to select some of this year’s hottest vacations for newlyweds...
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Searching for the Spirit of South Asia in Great Britain
By Ruby Yusuf
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It is hard to believe that a small nation located on a craggy island in northwestern Europe has been the seat of many powerful kingdoms and once controlled an empire that stretched the globe. As whispers of bygone eras echo through the magnificent ruins, restored palaces, cobblestone streets, and cherished institutions of Great Britain, one specific period of the nation’s storied past stands out in terms of wealth, grandeur and its wide reaching effects. While much has been written about the imprints left by British colonial rule known as the "British Raj" on the Indian subcontinent it also cannot be denied that British landscape and culture in return has been and continues to be greatly influenced by South Asians...
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Discover Malaysia By Ruby Yusuf
 Situated between the South China Sea and the Strait of Malacca, which was once the key route of the fabled spice trade and now one of the world’s most important shipping lanes, Malaysia has historically lured settlers from China, India, the Middle East as well as European colonial powers such as the British, the Dutch, and the Portuguese. Consequently, Malaysian society has been enriched with many different traditions and cultures, which are evident in the country’s art, architecture, and cuisine. And when the appeal of lush tropical rainforests, rolling highlands, and endless beaches are added to the mix, the result is a destination that offers a myriad of possibilities...
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