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1. Midsummer in Sweden

   Podcast by Lonely Planet authors, October 2008

   

   It's never too early to start planning a season of maypoles, strawberry cake, beer-drinking and songs about frogs. Listen to the podcast ›

   Tags: Culture • Festivals & Events • Stockholm

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   Top Roman Courses

   Article by Duncan Garwood, February 2008

   Yearning to learn? Combine a Roman holiday with courses in Italian cooking and gladiatorial combat. Read the full article ›

   Tags: Culture • Eating & Drinking • Rome

4. 

   Istanbul's Bath Houses

   Article by Rose Mulready, November 2007

   Want to steam away the travel grime - but confused by the rituals? Here's a simple guide to keeping your cool. Read the full article ›

   Tags: Culture • Istanbul • Relaxation

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   Does Anyone Here Speak English?

   Article by Chris Pitts, October 2007

   Everyday English is peppered with French expressions, but now there's a bit of cultural role reversal going on. Here's how to get fluent in Franglais. Read the full article ›

   Tags: Culture • France

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   Iceland Elves

   Podcast by Barbara Gruber, September 2007

   Is hearing believing? Listen in to the wild tales of Iceland's resident gnomes, dwarves, elves and hidden people. Listen to the podcast ›

   Tags: Culture • Iceland • Weird

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   First 24 Hours: Marseille

   Article by Donna Wheeler, November 2006

   Don’t waste a single crumb on your first day in Marseille. Read the full article ›

   Tags: Cities • Culture • Eating & Drinking • France • Marseille

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   Farewell to the Routemaster

   Article by Sarah Johnstone, January 2006

   Sarah Johnstone dodges traffic to take a flying leap into London history as she boards one of the last classic double-deckers for its swansong ride. Read the full article ›

   Tags: Culture • London

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