Alice Woolliams
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Alice Woolliams studied English at Durham University before working as a travel journalist and contributing to a range of film, music and food & drink magazines in London, UK.
She is currently living in Daegu, South Korea and teaching English at Yale Foreign Language Institute.
Her interests include travelling to new places, yoga, reading Vogue cover-to-cover every month, adding books and CDs to her already over-large collection and going to gigs and festivals...
Latest Articles
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Tyranny in the Poetry of William Blake
Just like his fellow Romantic poets, William Blake focused much of his writing on social ideals and the meaning of government, freedom and tyranny.
Sep 30, 2008
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The Ancient Legend of Hel
Old Norse literature reveals some surprising similarties of the pagan underworld, 'Hel', with the more widely recognized Christian term of 'hell'.
Sep 30, 2008
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Native American Myth in 'Love Medicine'
Erdrich's seminal novel highlights the American stereotypes associated with Native American culture, using the landscape of the reservation to subvert such assertions.
Sep 30, 2008
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City Breaks in Leiden
The picturesque university city in the center of the Netherlands has much to offer visitors, from smart but affordable restaurants to picturesque streets.
Sep 29, 2008
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Brighton Beach
With the price of flights rising, short breaks in Europe are becoming a thing of the past. Just a short hop from London, Brighton makes a great alternative weekend away.
Sep 29, 2008
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Summer Vacations on Texel
It may not be the most obvious spot for a summer holiday of sun, sea and sand but the small island of Texel makes a great destination for all the family.
Sep 29, 2008
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Cycling Holidays in the Netherlands
The bicycle has long been an iconic image of Dutch life and thanks to brilliant paths and facilities, the Netherlands makes a great destination for a cycling holiday.
Sep 29, 2008
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Backpacking in Amsterdam, 2008
Home to picturesque canals and celebrated museums, the Dutch capital is still a fascinating city but beneath its scenery and culture lies a seedier side to its tourism.
Sep 29, 2008
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The Other Side of Majorca
Despite its bad reputation, Majorca can offer a relaxed and sophisticated break - and all for a relatively small cost.
Jun 18, 2008
- Alice Woolliams
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Budget Beach Breaks in Dubrovnik
With cheap accommodation, unspoilt beaches and lively nightlife Dubrovnik is an ideal student or budget traveler destination.
Jun 18, 2008
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