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Can you tell me how much it costs to visit Legoland in Windsor

Asks howardpiercy A. There are various prices. If you plan to visit for one day it will cost 19 (adults aged 16-60); 16 (children aged 3-15); 13 (adults aged 60+). Alternatively if you plan to01:00 Mon 06th Aug 2001

Can you give any advice or travelling tips for a woman travelling on her own

Asks alicevida A. It depends on where you are travelling to as to how careful you have to be, but there are general rules that you should follow that will keep you safe and help you enjoy your01:00 Mon 06th Aug 2001

I have heard that Edinburgh is very rough and not an ideal place to visit, is this true

Asks mollyprixe A. Like any capital city, Edinburgh does have a rough underbelly - it does have problems, namely with drugs, AIDS, poor housing and homelessness - but it is no worse than other01:00 Mon 30th Jul 2001

Is Brussels a good place to visit as a tourist, or is it geared towards the business community

Asks miranda A. Famous for Tintin, chocolate, beer and the European Union, Belgium, and Brussels in particular, is often overlooked as a holiday destination. Brussels has a lot to offer tourists and01:00 Thu 26th Jul 2001

Is it too late to go to any of the Pride events in the UK this year

Asks Garylord A. Not at all, although you have missed a few that have taken place already this year. Those events that you've missed include Birmingham (26-28 May), Dublin (1-30 June), Europride in01:00 Thu 26th Jul 2001

Can anyone recommend the most historic and interesting area of Hadrian's Wall to visit

Asks sneakersA. There are many great parts of the wall to visit, the most historic area is probably the artefacts contained in the Senhouse Roman Museum (Tel: 01900 816168) in Maryport (nearest01:00 Mon 23rd Jul 2001

How many Tate Galleries are there in the UK now and where are they

Asks howardpiercy A. There are now four Tate galleries in the UK. There are two in London: Tate Britain and the new Tate Modern; one in Liverpool; and one in St Ives, Cornwall. Q. Are they all01:00 Mon 23rd Jul 2001

Can you recommend any holiday companies that specialise in dancing holidays

Asks mollyprixeA. One of the best in the UK can be found online at http://www.danceholidays.com. Q. What types of dance do they specialise in A. They offer holidays that specialise in Arabic,01:00 Mon 23rd Jul 2001

What is there to do in Bilbao

Asks Meltdown A. Bilbao is the oldest city in the Basque Country of Spain, but until recently it was primarily known as a ferry port and industrial town. Since the world famous Museo Guggenheim de01:00 Sat 07th Jul 2001

Can you recommend anywhere where I can convert currency online

Asks alicevidaA. There are several sites that allow you to convert from one currency to another very quickly and accurately, taking into account current exchange rates. Some of these include the01:00 Thu 12th Jul 2001

Can you recommend the best things to do in London for a weekend

Asks meltdown A. There is so much to do in London that it is difficult to fit it into one weekend, but if you've got the energy we've got the information! Just the size and the amount of people01:00 Thu 12th Jul 2001

What are the main attractions in Reykjavik

Asks alicevida A. Reykjavik is the capital of Iceland, and while it has a lot to offer the tourist it is one of the most expensive places in Europe to visit. If you're planning to visit for longer01:00 Mon 09th Jul 2001

Where is the National Space Centre

Asks mollyprixe A. The new National Space Centre is in Leicester. It is located just off the A6 (north of Leicester) and can be reached from junctions 21A and 22 of the M1 motorway. Q. When did01:00 Mon 09th Jul 2001

Is there more to Milan than fashion houses and designer shops I am visiting Milan in September for a long weekend and want to do something else while my girlfriend goes shopping.

Asks Milton A. Of course. There are loads of things to do and see in Milan - admittedly it is very stylish and is one of the world's leading fashion centres - but that shouldn't put you off. It is01:00 Mon 09th Jul 2001

We want to have a quiet holiday - no nightlife, a bit of walking and nice scenery. I've read about the Isle of Mull, can anyone tell me something about it

asks tony b:A. Mull sounds like your perfect location. Although it's not far from the mainland (40-minute ferry from Oban, or a 15-minute ferry from the more remote Lochaline), it really gives you the01:00 Mon 02nd Jul 2001

I fancy a holiday on the Isle of Wight. Is it worth it

Osborne HouseA. Yes. It's a genuinely lovely spot - rather old-fashioned with a mix of commercial and private beaches. Q. Easy to get to A. Remarkably, considering it's an island. The Isle of01:00 Mon 25th Jun 2001

I am travelling to Africa and hope to take in Kenya. What health preparations should I make

A. Vaccinations are recommended against typhoid; hepatitis A and B; diphtheria; tuberculosis; rabies; meningococcal meningitis and yellow fever. Inoculation should take place at least a fortnight01:00 Mon 25th Jun 2001

Can you tell me where Center Parcs holiday camps are located

Asks jellybean A. Center Parcs has 13 holiday villages, they can be found in the UK (3 venues), the Netherlands (5 venues), Belgium (2 venues), France (2 venues) and Germany (1 venue). Q. When did01:00 Mon 18th Jun 2001

Is Lisbon, Portugal a good destination for a weekend break

Asks danmiller103 A. Lisbon is a great place to go and visit - it has loads to see and do - and it is one of the cheapest cities in Europe. It is also very relaxed, unpretentious and friendly and,01:00 Mon 18th Jun 2001

Can you recommend any good websites where I can find last minute holidays

Asks alicevida A. Last minute holidays are now big business. Approximately 40% of UK holidaymakers book less than two months before going away according to the BBC's Watchdog website, and this figure01:00 Mon 18th Jun 2001