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Museums in London, Bath top TripAdvisor awards

September 18, 2014 Todd DeFeo

Four London attractions and one in Bath were named among the top five in Trip Advisor’s 2014 Travellers’ Choice awards in the United Kingdom.

What to see in Bath, England: Five ideas for exploring the historic city

September 2, 2014 Todd DeFeo

Bath has a rich and colorful history. An absolutely charming city, Bath is located roughly 100 miles west of London, making it the perfect destination for a day trip. A tourist destination since the city’s founding during Roman times, Bath today is home to roughly 80,000 residents and sees more than 4.4 million visitors per year.

Seeing the essentials in Paris: Five ideas for a Parisian escape

August 22, 2014 Todd DeFeo

Paris is one of the world’s most popular destinations, and for decades “The City of Light” has attracted artists and lovers alike. Here are five ideas of what to see on a trip to Paris.

What to see in England: Six essentials in London and beyond

August 10, 2014 Todd DeFeo

England is one of the great destinations for travelers. The country is home to some of the greatest tourist attractions, including stunning churches, prehistoric monuments and iconic structures instantly recognizable worldwide.

President Obama’s remarks on Malaysian Airlines Flight MH17

July 18, 2014 The Travel Trolley

Yesterday, Malaysian Airlines Flight MH17 took off from Amsterdam and was shot down over Ukraine near the Russian border. Nearly 300 innocent lives were taken — men, women, children, infants — who had nothing to do with the crisis in Ukraine. Their deaths are an outrage of unspeakable proportions.

Bath Abbey to hold candlelit vigil for First World War

July 12, 2014 The Travel Trolley

Hundreds are expected to gather at Bath Abbey in Bath, England, for a special candlelit vigil to mark 100 years since the start of World War I. The vigil is scheduled from 10 p.m. until 11 p.m. on Aug. 4.

A Guard Watches Over the Tower on London

London on course for another record-breaking year

July 11, 2014 The Travel Trolley

London welcomed over 3.6 million overseas visits in the first three months of 2014, resulting in the best ever first quarter tourism numbers in the city’s history, according to London & Partners.

Bath Abbey receives money to help repair floor

July 11, 2014 The Travel Trolley

The Bath Abbey has received £389,000 from the Heritage Lottery Fund to help fund a multimillion dollar project to help repair the building’s floor.

A brief history of Bath’s Roman baths

July 9, 2014 Todd DeFeo

The Roman Baths for which this southwestern England city is named, are some of the most remarkable Roman ruins outside of Rome itself.

The sewers of Paris are as legendary as the city itself

May 31, 2014 Todd DeFeo

The labyrinth of sewers winding their way beneath the Paris streets is as legendary as the city upstairs. For anyone interested in learning more about this complex maze winding its way beneath the Parisian streets, a visit to Le Musée des Égouts de Paris (the Paris Sewer Museum) is an absolute must.