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Did Gladiators Really Fight Rhinos in the Colosseum? 

We have no evidence that gladiators ever fought rhinos in the Colosseum. But that doesn't meant rhinos never appeared on the arena sands. 

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Turn Your Travel Blog into a Money-Maker: Join a European Tour Affiliate Program

Want to travel for free and make money while doing it? With our tour affiliate program you can earn commission while promoting tours across Europe.

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Getting around London: Your Essential Guide

Getting around London might seem daunting, especially for first-timers. But bookmark this guide and you'll find exploring the capital easy peasy 

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Getting from Barcelona Airport to the City Centre

Barcelona El Prat is about 15 km (10 miles) from the city centre, Plaça de Catalunya. Worried about Barcelona airport transportation? Have no fear! Here's...

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Getting from London’s Airports to the City Centre

This guide will help you choose the best way of getting from London's airports to the city centre in terms of time, cost & convenience.

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Spending Halloween in Rome: 6 Spooky Things to Do

Getting the ghoul squad together for a vacation in the Italian capital? Spending Halloween in Rome is not what you might expect.

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Visiting Rome with Kids: Your Essential Guide

Visiting Rome with kids? This is the guide for you. Here are our top recommendations for exploring the Italian capital with tweens and teens.

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What is Pastel de Nata?

Pastéis de Nata might just be Portugal’s biggest export since Cristiano Ronaldo. But what is Pastel de Nata? And what's with all the hype?

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Visiting the Colosseum in 2025: A No-Nonsense Guide

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The Tragic Tale of Beatrice Cenci

Every September 10, the ghost of Beatrice Cenci is said to appear on Sant’Angelo Bridge carrying her bloodied head. Here's her tragic story.

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10 Sinister Facts about London

Think you know Britain's capital? Think again. Here are some of the most sinister spine-chilling facts about London. Read on if you dare.

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Cornetto vs Croissant: Confuse Them at Your Peril

First-timers in Italy might mistake a horn-shaped pastry for a croissant. But this is a cornetto; and the difference is subtle, but nonetheless significant

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The Romulus and Remus Story & The Birth of Roman Rivalry

From its foundation myth to its football clubs, rivalry is at the heart of Roman history and identity. The Romulus and Remus Story explains why.

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