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Try and book online in advance as the queueing system for buying there is badly organised and can take hours.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18854 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18827
They're made of velcro so are easy to adjust to fit small wrists. You write your name and contact details on a waterproof piece of paper and slip it inside the little pocket on the inside of the wrist band.

I'm sure they would be good for the beach too.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18827 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18807 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18807 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18751
Abandoned churches give on to grand, dilapidated squares; buildings lean over narrow alleyways, almost obscuring the light, while down below, eerie, flickering saints and virgins peer out of their alcoves. Totally unique.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18751 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18618
He is fun, warm and friendly - undoubtedly you will end up chatting and laughing over a late night beer with him and his friends in one of Vinales' simple but welcoming bars. If you’re not a Spanish speaker the most important thing is that Arturo has excellent English, so you can really connect with your host - something that frustrated us on our travels as we met so many lovely people who we struggled to communicate with using our paltry Spanish!

He has two rooms both with a private bathroom and a lovely outside area - perfect for pre-dinner drinks and some of his delicious home made potato chips. Dinner was a tasty, extensive spread of fresh fish, chicken, great rice and beans and plenty of fruit and veg and salad. Oh, and flan for pudding - not what we’d call flan in the UK - more like a creme caramel (which normally I hate but this I loved!). He'll also take care of ensuring the fridge is always full of beer and water. Breakfast is typically Cuban - coffee, fresh juice, eggs, bread and fruit.

The house is literally the Big House, dwarfing all the neighbours thanks to a capacious roof, and it's located in a quiet road just off the main drag. Vinales is well worth the visit as all the guidebooks say, sweet little town in stunning scenery with plenty to do nearby or a reasonable drive away - walking, horseriding and an hour away from the beautiful, unspoilt Caya Levissa beach. Arturo can help organise and pre-book these for you.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18618 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18569 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18569 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18540 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18540 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18506
The proprietor of the Secret Garden is John Fernandes, an incredible chap who makes you feel welcome and is extremely interesting to talk to. Every night John hosts a 'Sundowner' with scrumptious caipirinhas and bruschettas, a fitting end to each day after seeing the beautiful Iguazu Falls. Its also a pleasant way to meet other people and pick up good tips on seeing the falls.

John will also sort out any transport that you need and has some very good recommendations of local places to eat and drink. He arranged for us and another couple to visit the Brazilian side of the falls, a brilliant wildlife park and Ciudad del Este!

There is no better way to stay and see the falls!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18506 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18476
If there isn't one in your hotel room, you can buy it at foreign press news stands for just €2 or simply download it for free.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18476 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18482
A university was founded in medieval times, which made the former Polish capital a leading intellectual centre. There is a long list of buildings from throughout the centuries to explore. Don’t forget about the influence of Jewish life and culture. To get an idea of the amount of things to explore and the variety, start with a hike along the royal route.

But what makes Krakow so special? Its living and lively urbanity. Some grand old cities appear like a museum with inhabitants as living accessories, but not Krakow.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18482 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18452
The Lake of Köyceğiz is often said to be as "as smooth as glass" till noon and then great for wind surfing in the afternoon. The Köyceğiz Lake contains almost every kind of seafood from fish to crab.

The Rock Tombs are tombs carved into the rock in Dalyan and date back to the ancient harbour city of Caunos.

The Mud baths are natural hot mud baths - very good for the skin!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18452 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18449
Once up the top, there's miles and miles of wooded paths to explore, a military museum, spectacular views across Toulon and out to sea, a few cafes, and a weird zoo, which I'd probably give a miss next time. We stupidly went in the middle of the day so most of the animals were asleep (either that or they'd been replaced with stuffed toys), so it might be better in the mornings, but it wasn't anything to write home about.

The walks around the top of the mountain were great though, highly recommended!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18449 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18448
On the way back in you get a great view of the whole of Cassis harbour - don't forget your camera.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18448 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18411
Sit and enjoy the view of the sea and find the hotel with a hole in it - apparently something to do with the spirit of a dragon!

Probably best not to swim in the sea though - I hear it's quite polluted.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18411 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18389
Buses, SkyTrain and ferries are all great ways to explore. Take a ferry to Victoria and look out for killer whales!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18389 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18344 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18344 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18334 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18334 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18310 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18310 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18282 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18282 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18275 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18275