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WHEN BEST TO GO Milan can be enjoyed at any time of year, though winters are typically cold and many of the hotels around the lakes are closed until March or April. The cool spring and autumn months provide the best climate while the summer months are humid and popular. On the higher ground, around... View Article

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WHEN BEST TO GO Spring and autumn are the recommended seasons for visiting Madrid. In July and August temperatures can reach 40oC and in winter they can drop well below freezing. LOCAL CUSTOMS It is illegal to drink alcohol in the streets of Madrid and smoking is banned in public places. Fines are enforced for... View Article

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WHEN BEST TO GO The best time to visit Florence is during spring and autumn when the weather is warm. Florence is hot, humid and crowded in July and August and many restaurants close during these months. Late October and November are mild but rainfall is high. Florence is quietest during the winter. ATTIRE Florentine... View Article

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WHEN BEST TO GO Geneva enjoys its best weather during the height of summer in July and August. Spring and autumn are not as warm, but the city is less crowded. LOCAL CUSTOMS There is a ban on smoking in public places. ATTIRE There are generally no restrictions on what men and women may wear.... View Article

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OCEANÁRIO Oceanário aquarium’s stunning architecture and views over the River Tagus make it an exceptional and unique venue to host corporate and private events and functions. A number of rooms including the Sophia de Mello Breyner Ajnderesen Room feature panoramic views across the river and are capable of hosting up to 250 guests for dinner... View Article

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WHEN BEST TO GO As Germany’s economic hub Frankfurt rarely rests. During the city’s winter months – between October and March – freezing weather prevails and although the summer brings a much warmer and pleasant climate, many residents take their vacation during July and August. Frankfurt is most popular from March to June, and September... View Article

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WHEN BEST TO GO The best time of year to visit Dublin is from May to September when the days are long and the weather is warm. The most popular season is the height of summer (July and August). Irish weather is famously unpredictable, but the climate is generally mild thanks to the island’s position... View Article

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WHEN BEST TO GO Istanbul’s summers are hot and humid, while its winters are cold and rainy – especially in December and January. To avoid the high-season crowds and inflated prices we recommend traveling in spring and autumn. From April to June, Istanbul enjoys longer days and milder weather. LOCAL CUSTOMS Turkey is predominantly Muslim.... View Article

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WHEN BEST TO GO Greece has relatively mild winters, while summers are generally hot and dry with temperatures peaking in July. The best time to visit this historic city is during the off peak seasons of April to May and September to October, when the country is less crowded and the weather is comfortable. LOCAL... View Article

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WHEN BEST TO GO The warmer months between June and September is the best time to visit Zurich, when temperatures average around 17°C during the day. Elite travelers wishing to visit the Alps are advised to make their trip between late November and early April. LOCAL CUSTOMS Etiquette is an important aspect of Swiss culture,... View Article

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WHEN BEST TO GO The best time to visit Berlin is from late spring to early autumn. May, June, September and October are ideal months as the weather is relatively warm and the tourist crowds are smaller. Berlin is known for its sudden rain showers throughout the year and winter gets cold and snowy. LANGUAGE... View Article

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WHEN BEST TO GO Like most regions in Spain, summers in Bilbao are hot with temperatures averaging between 24C° to 26C°. The Basque country is very popular with Spanish tourists, especially in August when traffic is at its worst. Autumn is a particularly beautiful time to visit, when the fall leaves provide a stunning carpet... View Article

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