London
London, United Kingdom
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Capital of the United Kingdom, on the River Thames. The main gateway to Britain, served by six airports and eleven Underground lines
Edinburgh
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
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Capital of Scotland in the UK. Its Old and New Towns are a UNESCO site; in August the whole city becomes a festival venue
Glasgow
Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
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Largest city in Scotland, UK. Known for Victorian architecture and live music; about 50 minutes by train from Edinburgh
Manchester
Manchester, England, United Kingdom
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City in north-west England, UK. Birthplace of the Industrial Revolution; about two hours by train from London Euston
Liverpool
Liverpool, England, United Kingdom
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Port city in north-west England, UK. Home of the Beatles; the museums cluster around the Royal Albert Dock
Oxford
Oxford, England, United Kingdom
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University city in central southern England, UK. Home of the oldest university in the English-speaking world; about an hour from London Paddington
Cambridge, England
Cambridge, England, United Kingdom
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University city in eastern England, UK, known for punting on the River Cam. Always say "England" — Cambridge, Massachusetts in the US shares the name
Bath
Bath, England, United Kingdom
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UNESCO city in Somerset, south-west England, UK. Main sights are the Roman Baths and the Georgian Royal Crescent
York
York, England, United Kingdom
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Walled city in northern England, UK. Known for York Minster cathedral and the medieval lane called the Shambles
Cardiff
Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom
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Capital of Wales in the UK. Cardiff Castle and the Cardiff Bay waterfront are the focus; signs are bilingual English and Welsh
Belfast
Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
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Capital of Northern Ireland, UK, where the Titanic was built. Note the currency is pounds sterling, not euro
The Cotswolds
The Cotswolds, England, United Kingdom
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Range of hills across west-central England, UK, dotted with honey-coloured stone villages. Public transport is thin — hire a car or take a tour
The Lake District
The Lake District, England, United Kingdom
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National park in Cumbria, north-west England, UK. Lakes and fell walking; Windermere is the usual gateway
Heathrow Airport
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
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The UK's main international airport, west of London (IATA: LHR). Served by the Piccadilly and Elizabeth lines, and the Heathrow Express to Paddington in about 15 minutes
Gatwick Airport
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
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The UK's second airport, south of London in West Sussex (IATA: LGW). Gatwick Express reaches London Victoria in about 30 minutes
Stansted Airport
London Stansted Airport (STN)
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Airport north-east of London in Essex, UK (IATA: STN). A low-cost carrier base; about 50 minutes to London Liverpool Street
Manchester Airport
Manchester Airport (MAN), England
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The biggest airport in northern England, UK (IATA: MAN). Trains run from the airport station to Manchester Piccadilly in about 20 minutes
Edinburgh Airport
Edinburgh Airport (EDI), Scotland
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Scotland's busiest airport, UK (IATA: EDI). West of the city; the tram reaches Princes Street in about 35 minutes
London King's Cross
London King's Cross station, United Kingdom
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Major London terminus in the UK for East Coast Main Line trains to York, Newcastle and Edinburgh. Site of the Platform 9¾ photo spot
St Pancras International
London St Pancras International station, United Kingdom
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London's Eurostar terminal in the UK, with trains to Paris, Brussels and Amsterdam. Directly next door to King's Cross, one minute on foot
London Paddington
London Paddington station, United Kingdom
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Terminus in west London, UK, for trains to Bath, Bristol and Cardiff, plus the Heathrow Express and the Elizabeth line
London Victoria
London Victoria station, United Kingdom
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London terminus in the UK for the Gatwick Express and trains to Brighton and the south coast. Always say "London" Victoria — Manchester has a Victoria station too
London Waterloo
London Waterloo station, United Kingdom
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Britain's busiest station, on the south bank of the Thames in London, UK. Trains serve Windsor, Portsmouth and Southampton
London Liverpool Street
London Liverpool Street station, United Kingdom
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Terminus at the eastern edge of the City of London, UK, for the Stansted Express and trains to Cambridge and Norwich. Nothing to do with the city of Liverpool
London Euston
London Euston station, United Kingdom
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London terminus in the UK for the West Coast Main Line to Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool and Glasgow
Edinburgh Waverley
Edinburgh Waverley station, Scotland
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Edinburgh's main station in Scotland, UK. It sits in the valley between the Old and New Towns; steps lead down from Princes Street
Piccadilly Circus
Piccadilly Circus, London, United Kingdom
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Junction and Underground station in central London, UK (Bakerloo and Piccadilly lines). The neon signs and Eros statue mark the entrance to the theatre district and Soho
Oxford Circus
Oxford Circus, London, United Kingdom
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London Underground station in the UK (Bakerloo, Central and Victoria lines) where Oxford Street meets Regent Street — the heart of the shopping district
Covent Garden
Covent Garden, London, United Kingdom
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District and Underground station in London, UK (Piccadilly line), with a covered market, street performers and the Royal Opera House. The station is deep and lift-only, so many people walk from Leicester Square instead
Baker Street
Baker Street, London, United Kingdom
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Street and Underground station in London, UK. Nearest stop for the Sherlock Holmes Museum and Madame Tussauds, and close to Regent's Park
Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace, London, United Kingdom
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The monarch's London residence in the UK. Known for the Changing of the Guard; the State Rooms open to visitors only in summer
Tower of London
The Tower of London, United Kingdom
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Eleventh-century fortress on the north bank of the Thames in London, UK. A UNESCO site; the Crown Jewels are the main draw
Tower Bridge
Tower Bridge, London, United Kingdom
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Bascule bridge in London, UK, opened in 1894, next to the Tower of London. The high walkway has a glass floor. It is not London Bridge, which is the next bridge upstream
Westminster Abbey
Westminster Abbey, London, United Kingdom
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Coronation church of England in London, UK, used since 1066. Just south of the Houses of Parliament; nearest Underground stop is Westminster
The British Museum
The British Museum, London, United Kingdom
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Museum in the Bloomsbury district of London, UK. Permanent collection is free; best known for the Rosetta Stone and the Parthenon sculptures
St Paul's Cathedral
St Paul's Cathedral, London, United Kingdom
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Domed cathedral in the City of London, UK, designed by Christopher Wren. A 528-step climb leads to the outdoor galleries
Big Ben
Big Ben (Elizabeth Tower), London, United Kingdom
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Clock tower at the north end of the Houses of Parliament in London, UK. Strictly, the tower is the Elizabeth Tower and Big Ben is the great bell inside. Directly above Westminster Underground station
Stonehenge
Stonehenge, England, United Kingdom
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Neolithic stone circle in Wiltshire, southern England, UK. Salisbury is the nearest town; most visitors come on a day trip from London
Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle, Scotland, United Kingdom
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Castle on the volcanic rock above Edinburgh's Old Town, Scotland, UK. At the top of the Royal Mile; the One O'Clock Gun fires daily
Giant's Causeway
Giant's Causeway, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
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Field of hexagonal basalt columns on the Antrim coast of Northern Ireland, UK. A UNESCO site, about an hour by road from Belfast
New York City
New York City, New York, United States
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The largest city in the United States, in New York State. Made up of five boroughs including Manhattan; the subway runs 24 hours
Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C., United States
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Capital of the United States. The Smithsonian museums line the National Mall and are all free. Not to be confused with Washington State on the west coast
Boston
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
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Capital of Massachusetts, United States. The Freedom Trail links its historic sites on foot; Harvard and MIT are across the river in Cambridge
Chicago
Chicago, Illinois, United States
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City on Lake Michigan in Illinois, United States. Birthplace of the skyscraper; river architecture cruises are the classic outing. The elevated train is called the "L"
Los Angeles
Los Angeles, California, United States
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City in southern California, United States. Hollywood, Santa Monica and Downtown are far apart — plan on a car or a ride-hailing app
San Francisco
San Francisco, California, United States
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Bay city in northern California, United States, known for its hills and cable cars. Fog keeps it cool even in summer — bring a jacket
Las Vegas
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
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Desert city in Nevada, United States. The casino and show strip is called The Strip; also the usual base for trips to the Grand Canyon and Zion
Seattle
Seattle, Washington, United States
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Port city in Washington State, United States. Pike Place Market and the Space Needle are the staples; about four hours by train to Vancouver, Canada
New Orleans
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
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City at the mouth of the Mississippi in Louisiana, United States. Known for jazz and Creole food in the French Quarter, and for Mardi Gras in February or March
John F. Kennedy International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), New York
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International airport in Queens, New York City, United States (IATA: JFK). Take the AirTrain to Jamaica or Howard Beach, then the subway or the LIRR
Newark Liberty International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), New Jersey
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New York-area international airport in New Jersey, United States (IATA: EWR). AirTrain plus NJ Transit reaches New York Penn Station in about 30 minutes
LaGuardia Airport
LaGuardia Airport (LGA), New York
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Airport in Queens, New York City, United States (IATA: LGA). Closest to Manhattan but with no direct rail link, and almost entirely domestic flights
Los Angeles International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), California
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The west coast's biggest international airport, in California, United States (IATA: LAX). Nine terminals sit in a horseshoe; shuttle buses link them
San Francisco International Airport
San Francisco International Airport (SFO), California
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International airport about 20 km south of San Francisco, California, United States (IATA: SFO). BART runs directly from the airport station into downtown
O'Hare International Airport
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), Illinois
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International airport north-west of Chicago, Illinois, United States (IATA: ORD). The CTA Blue Line runs 24 hours and reaches the Loop in about 45 minutes
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), Georgia
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The world's busiest airport by passenger numbers, in Atlanta, Georgia, United States (IATA: ATL). Mostly used as a connecting hub; MARTA rail runs straight into downtown
Grand Central Terminal
Grand Central Terminal, New York City
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Station at 42nd Street and Park Avenue in Manhattan, New York City, United States, serving Metro-North commuter trains to Connecticut and the Hudson Valley. Long-distance Amtrak trains leave from Penn Station, not here
New York Penn Station
Pennsylvania Station (Penn Station), New York City
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Underground station at 33rd Street in Manhattan, New York City, United States, served by Amtrak, the LIRR and NJ Transit. Say "New York" Penn Station — Newark and Baltimore have Penn Stations too
Washington Union Station
Union Station, Washington, D.C.
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Main station of Washington, D.C., United States, north-east of the Capitol. Amtrak's Acela reaches New York in about three hours. Name the city — Toronto and Chicago also have Union Stations
Times Square-42nd Street
Times Square-42nd Street subway station, New York City
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The busiest station on the New York City subway, United States. The 1/2/3, 7, N/Q/R/W and the shuttle all meet here, with an underground passage to 42nd Street-Port Authority on Eighth Avenue
14th Street-Union Square
14th Street-Union Square subway station, New York City
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Downtown Manhattan interchange in New York City, United States, where the 4/5/6, L and N/Q/R/W meet. The square above hosts a farmers market on weekdays
Statue of Liberty
Statue of Liberty, New York
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Statue on Liberty Island in New York Harbor, United States. Ferries leave from Battery Park at the southern tip of Manhattan; crown access must be booked in advance
Times Square
Times Square, New York City
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Plaza in Midtown Manhattan, New York City, United States, ringed by giant screens and at the centre of the Broadway theatre district
Central Park
Central Park, New York City
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Large park through the middle of Manhattan, New York City, United States, about 4 km north to south. The Met sits on its east side and the Natural History Museum on its west
The White House
The White House, Washington, D.C.
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Residence of the US president in Washington, D.C., United States. Most visitors view it from the perimeter fence; interior tours require an advance request
Golden Gate Bridge
Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco
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Suspension bridge across the mouth of San Francisco Bay, California, United States, opened in 1937. It has a walkway you can cross on foot; the classic view is from the Marin side
Brooklyn Bridge
Brooklyn Bridge, New York City
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Suspension bridge linking Manhattan and Brooklyn in New York City, United States, opened in 1883. A raised promenade above the traffic takes about 30 minutes to walk
Grand Canyon National Park
Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona
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Canyon in northern Arizona, United States. The South Rim is the year-round side, about 4.5 hours by road from Las Vegas or 1.5 hours from Flagstaff
Yellowstone National Park
Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming
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The world's first national park, mostly in Wyoming and extending into Montana and Idaho, United States. Old Faithful geyser is the icon; most roads close in winter
Yosemite National Park
Yosemite National Park, California
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National park in California's Sierra Nevada, United States, famous for the El Capitan and Half Dome rock faces. About four hours by road from San Francisco
Sydney
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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Australia's largest city and capital of New South Wales. Built around its harbour, with the Opera House and Harbour Bridge at its centre
Melbourne
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Capital of Victoria, Australia. Extensive tram network with a free zone in the city centre; known for its cafes and laneway street art
Brisbane
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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Capital of Queensland, Australia, a subtropical city on the Brisbane River. About 1 hour 20 minutes by train to the Gold Coast
Perth
Perth, Western Australia, Australia
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Capital of Western Australia, on the Swan River. It is 2-3 hours behind the east coast and a 4-5 hour flight away
Cairns
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
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City in far north Queensland, Australia, and the main gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest
Sydney Airport
Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD), Australia
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Australia's busiest international airport (IATA: SYD), about 8 km south of central Sydney. Trains reach Central station in around 13 minutes
Melbourne Airport
Melbourne Airport (MEL), Tullamarine, Australia
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International airport at Tullamarine, about 23 km north-west of Melbourne, Australia (IATA: MEL). No rail link — the SkyBus to Southern Cross station is the usual way in
Central Station, Sydney
Central railway station, Sydney, Australia
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The largest railway station in Australia, where all Sydney suburban, intercity and airport lines meet. Signs simply read "Central"
Circular Quay
Circular Quay, Sydney, Australia
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Harbour terminal in Sydney, Australia, combining the ferry wharves, a train station and a light rail stop, set between the Opera House and the Harbour Bridge
Flinders Street Station
Flinders Street Station, Melbourne, Australia
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Melbourne's landmark station in Australia, with its yellow domed building. All suburban lines stop here and the front steps are the city's classic meeting spot
Southern Cross Station
Southern Cross Station, Melbourne, Australia
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Long-distance terminal in Melbourne, Australia, for regional V/Line services, interstate trains to Sydney and Adelaide, and the SkyBus airport coach
Sydney Opera House
Sydney Opera House, Australia
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UNESCO-listed performing arts venue on Bennelong Point in Sydney Harbour, Australia. Five minutes on foot from Circular Quay
Sydney Harbour Bridge
Sydney Harbour Bridge, Australia
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Arch bridge across Sydney Harbour, Australia, opened in 1932. The pedestrian walkway is free; a paid BridgeClimb takes you to the top of the arch
Bondi Beach
Bondi Beach, Sydney, Australia
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Beach in Sydney's eastern suburbs, Australia. The Bondi to Coogee coastal walk is the main draw. No train — take a bus from Bondi Junction station
Uluru
Uluru (Ayers Rock), Northern Territory, Australia
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Sandstone monolith in the Northern Territory, Australia, sacred to the Anangu people. Climbing has been banned since 2019; the base town is Yulara
Great Barrier Reef
Great Barrier Reef, Queensland, Australia
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The world's largest coral reef system, running some 2,300 km off the Queensland coast, Australia. Boats leave from Cairns, Port Douglas and Airlie Beach
Toronto
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Canada's largest city and capital of Ontario, on Lake Ontario. About 90 minutes by road to Niagara Falls
Vancouver
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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Pacific coast city in British Columbia, Canada, with mountains and beaches close at hand. About two hours by road to the ski resort of Whistler
Montreal
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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Largest city in Quebec, Canada. French is the official language and signage is in French. Old Montreal and the underground city are the highlights
Quebec City
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
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Capital of Quebec, Canada. Its walled Old Town is the only one north of Mexico and a UNESCO site. About three hours by train from Montreal
Toronto Pearson International Airport
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Canada
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Canada's busiest international airport (IATA: YYZ), north-west of Toronto. The UP Express reaches Union Station in about 25 minutes
Vancouver International Airport
Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Canada
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The main international airport on Canada's west coast (IATA: YVR), in Richmond just south of Vancouver. The Canada Line SkyTrain reaches downtown in about 26 minutes
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL), Canada
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International airport about 20 km west of Montreal, Quebec, Canada (IATA: YUL). The 747 express bus runs to downtown around the clock
Toronto Union Station
Union Station, Toronto, Canada
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Canada's busiest railway station, in downtown Toronto next to the CN Tower, serving VIA Rail, GO Transit and the UP Express to the airport. Name the city — several US cities also have a Union Station
CN Tower
CN Tower, Toronto, Canada
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553 m communications tower in downtown Toronto, Canada, with a glass-floor observation deck and the EdgeWalk around its outer rim
Niagara Falls
Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada and New York, United States
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Waterfall on the border between Ontario, Canada and New York State, United States. The head-on view is from the Canadian side; crossing between them needs a passport
Banff National Park
Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada
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Canada's first national park, in the Alberta Rockies. Lake Louise is the best-known sight; about 90 minutes by road from Calgary
Dublin
Dublin, Ireland
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Capital of Ireland, split north and south by the River Liffey. The currency is the euro — Ireland is a separate country from Northern Ireland in the UK
Galway
Galway, Ireland
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Port town on Ireland's west coast, full of traditional music pubs and the usual base for tours to the Cliffs of Moher and Connemara
Dublin Airport
Dublin Airport (DUB), Ireland
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Ireland's main international airport (IATA: DUB), about 10 km north of Dublin. There is no rail link — buses such as Airlink run into the city
Dublin Heuston
Dublin Heuston station, Ireland
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Terminus in western Dublin, Ireland, for intercity trains to Cork, Limerick and Galway. The Luas tram links it to the city centre
Cliffs of Moher
Cliffs of Moher, County Clare, Ireland
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Line of Atlantic cliffs running about 14 km along County Clare in western Ireland, rising to 214 m. About 90 minutes by road from Galway
Trinity College Dublin
Trinity College Dublin, Ireland
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University founded in 1592 in central Dublin, Ireland. The ninth-century Book of Kells and the library's Long Room are open to visitors
Auckland
Auckland, New Zealand
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New Zealand's largest city, on the North Island — but not the capital. Set between two harbours and nicknamed the City of Sails
Wellington
Wellington, New Zealand
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Capital of New Zealand, at the southern tip of the North Island. Home of the Te Papa national museum; ferries to the South Island leave from here
Queenstown
Queenstown, New Zealand
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Resort town on Lake Wakatipu in New Zealand's South Island. The birthplace of bungee jumping, and a base for skiing in winter and hiking in summer
Auckland Airport
Auckland Airport (AKL), New Zealand
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New Zealand's main international airport (IATA: AKL), about 21 km south of central Auckland. No rail link — take a bus or taxi. Biosecurity checks on arrival are strict
Milford Sound
Milford Sound, Fiordland, New Zealand
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Fiord in Fiordland National Park on New Zealand's South Island, known for Mitre Peak and its waterfalls. About four hours by road from Queenstown
Rotorua
Rotorua, New Zealand
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Geothermal town on New Zealand's North Island, known for geysers, hot springs and Maori cultural experiences. The smell of sulphur hangs over the town
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