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Destinations for you: Top 10 things to see and do in Québec City

Québec City is the capital of Québec and, after Montreal, the second largest city in the province. Located on the St Lawrence River, it is one of North America's most attractively-set and historic cities.
- Tuesday, 6th December, 2011
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Experience Cultures, Destinations for you: Fun in the snow…Québec Winter Carnival!

To experience a true winter wonderland there is no better place than Québec in February...
- Monday, 5th December, 2011
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Destinations for you: Our top ski locations: fun in the snow

If winter isn't really winter until you've had your dose of snow, now's the time to check out our top ski locations in Europe, Canada and South America...
- Sunday, 4th December, 2011
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Passion for language, Vocabulary: French Christmas carols: chants de Noël

Bring some festive fun into your home this Christmas with these traditional Christmas carols...en français!
- Thursday, 1st December, 2011
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Destinations for you: 10 FREE things to do in Brussels

The capital city of Belgium and home of the European Parliament, Brussels is a bustling and cosmopolitan centre with plenty to offer visitors.
- Wednesday, 30th November, 2011
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Experience Cultures: Best European festivals this winter

After the lively Christmas festivities, the first months of the year can sometimes feel drab in comparison. With so many festivals in January, February and March though, it's easy to escape the winter blues!
- Tuesday, 22nd November, 2011
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Experience Cultures, Destinations for you: Top 5 cities for Christmas shopping

If you're bored of your local high street or stuck for inspiration, how better to put the fun back into Christmas shopping than with a quick break away? Unusual gifts for loved ones and a sneaky holiday for you - it's a win-win situation!
- Tuesday, 22nd November, 2011
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Destinations for you: 10 little-known facts about Guadeloupe

Located in the West Indies, Guadeloupe is a French-speaking group of islands that is famed for its stunning beaches, clear waters and lively nightlife.
- Monday, 14th November, 2011
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Anecdotes: Cactus writing competition October 2011: runner-up Tobias Hoerl

In our competition themed 'language blunders and cultural faux pas', Tobias Hoerl tells us about an easy misunderstanding over a simple cup of tea...
- Tuesday, 8th November, 2011
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Anecdotes: Cactus writing competition October 2012: runner-up Alex Wolfson

In our competition themed 'language blunders and cultural faux pas', Alex Wolfson entertains us with his adventures in South America - and how he would have got the girl if it hadn't been for a simple misunderstanding...
- Tuesday, 8th November, 2011
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Anecdotes: Cactus writing competition October 2012: winning entry

Congratulations to Bridget Price, based in Mexico, for sending in her winning entry for our competition themed 'language blunders & cultural faux pas' - one which had us laughing out loud in the office! Thank you Bridget, and we hope you enjoy your prize money of a £50 lastminute.com voucher!
- Tuesday, 8th November, 2011
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