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Fiona Thompson divides her time between England and Slovenia. Her passion is travel with a focus on eastern Europe and the former Yugoslavia. When not writing or reading, she is working to get fit enough to climb Slovenia's Mt Triglav in 2010.

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Arts & Humanities > European History The history of the Eiffel Tower: 2 of 12
Although the Eiffel Tower was intended to be a temporary structure to commemorate the centenary of the French Revolution, it has become the most recognisable building in not only France but probably the whole of Europe. Since its opening in 1889, it has come to represent the very essence of French pride as well as being a re... More..
Entertainment > Movie Reviews Movie reviews: Cinderella Man: 1 of 6
"Cinderella Man" is set in the 1930s in America during the great depression. Its hero is James J Braddock (Russell Crowe) a family man who has lost everything he made from boxing before the depression - a lovely home, a taxi business, stocks and shares. He lives with his wife Mae (Rene Zellweger) and their three children in ... More..
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice Recommended foreign language programs for travelers: 1 of 6
Being able to speak at least a little of the language when you travel overseas can greatly enhance not only the enjoyment you get from your trip but improve the way the locals perceive you and get you better service along the way. There are various options for someone wishing to learn a new language and joining a class is of... More..
Travel > Hotels & Accommodations (Other) A guide to timeshare free vacation offers: 1 of 6
No matter how many times I try to block them, spam from companies offering me bargain trips to Bulgaria or Florida to view properties keep filling me in-box; it's not unusual to get twenty or thirty a day. Holiday homes and timeshares and big business and sales techniques can be aggressive. If you are thinking about taking u... More..
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice What you need to know before attempting to climb Mt. Everest: 1 of 6
Surely nobody takes the prospect of climbing Mount Everest lightly? We all know that this challenging endeavour requires those who tackle it to be in peak physical fitness and we know that many have failed some with horrific outcomes. This article is not about preparing to climb Mount Everest, it's about having the informati... More..
Travel > Bus & Train Travel Is the Eurostar economical?: 1 of 6
Is the Eurostar economical? Are we talking about money, time, environmental impact or general convenience? After all, all three factors have a value, especially to the business traveler although they can also apply to tourists. In a nutshell, passengers can travel by train between London and Paris in just over two hours. Wha... More..
Society & Lifestyle > European Culture Rise of the chavs: A real-world look at the mindset of chavs: 1 of 6
The phenomenon of the "chav" or, "charver" as they are known in my part of the UK (North East England), has been inextricably linked to the rise in anti-social behaviour and general lawlessness in what is predominantly an underclass typified by poverty, young parents, drug taking, unemployment and truanting. However, to say ... More..
Home & Garden > Furniture The history of the rocking chair: 1 of 6
Surprisingly for a simple piece of furniture mainly associated with aged grandparents or mothers trying to coax a child to sleep, the rocking chair has a contentious history. Who'd have thought that this household item could provoke so much debate? While it is true that rocking chairs have become synonymous with the United S... More..
Food & Drink > Cooking Desserts How to pair wine with dessert: 1 of 6
The most obvious thing to say about choosing wine is to say "Drink what you like" - yes, there are certain accepted theories when it comes to matching wine with food - in particular desserts - but ultimately you should drink what you enjoy. There may be occasions, however, when you want to get it right - a special occasion o... More..
Food & Drink > Ethnic & International Foods Tips for buying truffles: 1 of 6
Whether you buy your truffles at a specialised truffle market in Europe or on-line from home the most important thing is to buy from someone you trust. Since these delicious and rare little nuggets of flavour command such a high price, it is hardly surprising that there are people out there who will try to take advantage if ... More..