Category Archives: Travel tips

Beer o’ clock – time for Oktoberfest!

Posted on 31/08/2012 by Rebecca

The lederhosen and dirndls have been dusted off, the women are practising their braiding skills and the men are training their livers in preparation for the world’s most famous beer festival: Oktoberfest

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It’s a Leap Year, What Will You do with Your Extra 24 Hours..?

Posted on 02/03/2012 by Maria

It’s a Leap Year! We’ve been given an extra day to enjoy this year so why not take a leap, take the plunge or try something new and travel somewhere you’ve always wanted to go! We want to inspire you to … Continue reading →

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Looking for a bit of Winter Sun?

Posted on 04/02/2012 by Maria

We know we British love to talk about the weather, but for those not from our shores, you should understand – it’s freezing right now! However at Wimdu we’re counting ourselves lucky, because we have so many hosts in tropical … Continue reading →

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Zoobombing- Portland Oregon

Posted on 09/11/2011 by Maria

For those of you who might have attained physical and emotional contusions as a result of hurtling down a hill on a kiddie’s bike as a child, there’s an adrenaline-packed event that will help you to get back on that proverbial … Continue reading →

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Explore the Treasures of the Deep off Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula

Posted on 03/11/2011 by Maria

Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula is surrounded on one side by the Gulf of Mexico and the other by the Caribbean Sea, so it’s no surprise that it has some of the best snorkeling and diving in the world. The Mesoamerican reef … Continue reading →

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Explore Britain’s Castles to Find Ghosts from the Past!

Posted on 31/10/2011 by Maria

If you’re looking for a fun, family day out, Britain’s castles and stately homes are alive with entertaining stories and ghosts from the past! Dunnottar Castle, Aberdeenshire, Scotland Perched on the edge of a sheer-sided rock, 50m above the sea, … Continue reading →

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Winter Wonderlands!

Posted on 20/10/2011 by Maria

It’s that time of year again when the weather’s getting nippy and thoughts are turning to the onset of winter. But it’s not all runny noses and frostbite! We’d like to tell you about some of the world’s best ski … Continue reading →

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The Best of the British Great Outdoors

Posted on 10/10/2011 by Maria

Autumn is upon us which means that the leaves are ablaze with bold crimsons, glimmering gold and fiery oranges. Here’s a list of the best places in Britain to experience the season’s natural fireworks display! Wrap up warm and don’t … Continue reading →

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Belém- Lisbon’s Sweetest Historic Quarter!

Posted on 06/10/2011 by Maria

Hop aboard a bright yellow no.15 tram or coastal train from the centre of Lisbon and within ten minutes you will be transported to the beautiful historic quarter of Belém. Home to pastel-coloured 17th century houses, picturesque cobbled streets, leafy … Continue reading →

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Melbourne: ‘Most Liveable City’ in the World!

Posted on 26/09/2011 by Maria

Voted as the world’s ‘Most Liveable City’ in August, the sophisticated yet edgy city of Melbourne boasts a wealth of cultural heritage and a laid-back pace of life. The enigmatic Australian metropolis toppled Vancouver’s nine-year reign as the world’s ‘Most … Continue reading →

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