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ST-BRIEUC MAP As most locals will tell you, St-Brieuc (pop. 48,000) is much more of a commercial center than a tourist trap. The university students help make the city …
THE TOWER OF LONDON The Tower of London, palace and prison of English monarchs for over 900 years, is steeped in blood and history. Conceived by William the Conqueror …
Travel to Liverpool THE LOCAL STORY I ONCE HAD A BAND, OR SHOULD I SAY, THEY ONCE HAD ME Allan Williams, owner of The Jacar-n anda Coffee Bar in …
LONDON MUSEUMS AND GALLERIES British Library Galleries, 96 Euston Rd. ( 7412 7332). Tube: King’s Cross. A stunning display of texts, from the 2nd-century Unknown Gospel to the Beaties’ …
HOTELS OF DENMARK Hotel Jorgensen, Romersg. 11 (33 13 81 86; www.hoteljorgensen.dk). Same ownership and location as Jorgensen’s Hostel. Small rooms in a great location. Breakfast included. Reception 24hr. …
THE TROSSACHS The most accessible tract of Scotland’s wilderness, the Trossachs has long been praised for its rich green mountains and misty lochs. The A821 winds through the heart …
HOSTELS OF VIENNA 13 Hostel Ruthensteiner (HI), XV, Robert-Hamerlingg. 24 ( 893 42 02). Exit Westbah nhof, turn right onto Mariahilferstr. and continue until Haidmannsg. Turn left, then right …
DINANT The tiny town of Dinant (pop. 13,000) boasts wonders disproportionate to its size. An imposing citadel towers over the Meuse River. ( 22 36 70. Citadel open Mar.-Sept. …