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The most iconic experiences that define the word “Romance” can only be found in the beautiful country of Italy. Such as a: touring through the Venetian canals on a gondola, or candle lit dinners in a water side cafe, you can find it here in Italy.

If you book your trip to Venice, Florence, or Rome, you will find that many newly married couples from all over the world go to Italy for the most romantic holiday of their lives. From it’s picturesque canals to it’s towering architecture, every couple can find something that appeals to their tastes.

The nightlife throughout Italy is also famous throughout the world, with great clubs with live music and fantastic wine. If you go south to Sicily, you will find lush wine country and secluded beaches. Italy has all of the most desirable aspects when it comes to vacationing, all in one country. So if you like sightseeing and ancient ruins, as well as great restaurants, wine and art, then you know where to book for your Honeymoon.

Guest post by Holly

Located in the very south and west of the UK, Cornwall enjoys a warmer climate than the rest of the country, and is a haven for surfers and holiday makers. With the Atlantic Ocean, the Bristol Channel and the British Channel all surrounding it, and with the most coastline of any county in the UK, it’s unsurprising that Cornwall is well known for its beaches.

Because of the wealth of visitors that Cornwall receives, you shouldn’t have trouble finding accommodation. There’s always a whole variety available, from hotels and bed and breakfasts to holiday parks, or even a Cornwall holiday cottage.

It’s not just beaches though. There are plenty of small, picturesque villages to explore, and Cornwall has a rich history that any visitor can delve into. From its Celtic heritage to the tin mining that made it rich, there is a lot for any traveller to discover.

Some villages even provide enough attractions to make an entire week’s trip out of. Rent a St Ives cottage and visit the numerous art displays and galleries that it has to offer. Stay in St Just and find out all about Cornish tin mining. Visit Penzance and enjoy some true Cornish culture.

Cornwall truly can make for an excellent holiday, so bear it in mind next time you’re looking for a UK trip.

If you have ever heard any of your friends boast about their China Holidays, then you will no doubt realise the country is stunning and an amazing place to visit.

One of the most special holidays you can have in China, is taking a ride on the Himalayan Express.

The project’s travel directors have named China’s new railway the Himalayan Express, which stretches 1142km between Tibet and Qinghai. The name is slightly catchier than the official name T27 or T28, depending on which way you are travelling.

So what makes this railway special compared to any other ones round the world? Well it is that the peak altitude is 5072m which makes for an exciting and spectacular ride.

This amazing feat of engineering took thousands of workers four years to build and was completed in 2005 ahead of schedule. As well as the track itself, the railway workers built 44 new stations including the worlds highest at Tanggula at 5068m. The total cost of the project has been reported at $3.68 billion.

So what can you expect if you take the plunge and take a ride on this amazing railway? Well depending on what station you board the train and where you depart, this will determine what sites you will witness.

One popular journey is travelling from Lhasa to Xining. On this journey you will travel across the Tibetan Plateau, taking in dramatic landscapes and cross through the Kunlun and Tangula Mountains. Once you arrive in Xining, you will be able to visit the amazing Ta’er Temple.

The train itself has many amenities to make your trip comfortable. There are tea and coffee stations, a simple Chinese menu to choose from and information boards that let you know statistics about your journey (speed, outside temperature).

It is always advisable to be aware of the hazards of travelling at high altitudes. If you travel up to quickly and fail to acclimatise properly, you may get sick. If you are travelling with an organised tour, they will make sure you are well looked after and take the appropriate measure so you won’t get ill.

So if you are considering China Tours as a possible holiday in the near future, why not take a trip on the Himalayan Express and see China in style.