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You learn some astonishing facts on a tour of France’s mesmerising, history-filled Loire Valley region. For instance, Louis XIV, one of the country’s greatest kings and the builder of Versailles, never took baths. In...
You would pay top dollar for this hair-raising ride if it was in Disneyland or Ocean World. But the white-knuckle adventure that had me clinging to the safety bar for dear life was a...
Poor old (actually, very old) Venice has taken something of a beating from the weather in recent months, but its spirit is nigh-on unbreakable, so it is onwards and upwards for years to come....
Did you know the world’s first ever witch trial took place in Kilkenny in 1324? The accused was local woman, Dame Alice de Kyteler – born where Kyteler’s Inn is today – who had...
Unforgettable, characteristic, singular – Vietnamese food is balanced between the sweet and salty. Fresh herbs (that is, leaves/foliage) are plentiful and form the bed of many dishes. Spicy dishes aren’t as common as you...
City Breaks / Europe / Features / Travel / Travel Inspiration / Travel News
Portuguese cuisine is one of the most influential in Europe – did you know that Portugal popularised tomatoes as well as potatoes? Customarily, fresh seafood is nigh-on a staple diet, but meat eaters will...
Toronto, the capital of the province of Ontario, is a major Canadian city along Lake Ontario’s northwestern shore. It’s a dynamic metropolis with a core of soaring skyscrapers, all dwarfed by the iconic, free-standing...
Dining in Ireland has never been more exciting, and while the bigger cities might be home to a lot of the main players on the landscape, the rampant spread of fantastic food is countrywide....
In the local community that is the food world, Lyon has a number one reputation. Not only is the compact city one of Europe’s most open culinary secrets, but it is also home to...
Like numerous restaurants in any capital city around the globe, it isn’t always easy to sort out quality from quantity. When you’re focusing on a city that has a long-established tradition and reputation as...
Drinks / Features / North America / Travel / Travel Features / Travel Inspiration / Travel News / Wine
Whether you are planning a trip or just enjoy reading about where your favourite drop comes from, this list of Charming Californian Wine Regions will direct you to California’s dreamiest wine lovers destinations. Our list below...
So where do you go to eat in New York City when the stomach starts grumbling? It is both an easy and difficult question to answer. Easy because there is no shortage of restaurants...
It’s a cliché, but like most megacities and their hotels, there really is something for everyone in Los Angeles. Because of what it is, the room prices veer towards the pricy, but when it...
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Of all European cities, Berlin is the one that relaxes the rules to allow for a walk on the wild side – at any time of the day or night. It really has something...
Scenery does not get much more spectacular than the Cirque de Gavarnie, high in the French Pyrenean Mountains near the border with Spain. Just the sight of the sheer cliffs rising nearly 5,000ft from...
Anyone fancy five-star hotel treatment on fast wheels? For starters, roaming this way is a nod to the benefits of ‘slow’ travel, which takes the intensity and frantic nature out of getting from one...
You would definitely know that Ghent was once one of the most important, wealthiest cities in Europe – it still retains the impressive architecture and the houses of rich traders, with a (vehicle-free) city...
Looking for a memorable holiday with your nearest and dearest? We’ve found some brilliant travel deals that are just too good to miss! Discover Norway with Royal Caribbean during a nine-night Norwegian Fjords holiday...
Perfectly groomed pistes and mouth-watering Italian cuisine make Italy the ideal ski destination. From family-friendly ski resorts, incredible views, terrific tipples at après ski, and amazing skiing opportunities, Italy really has it all. Family...
Stylish Sri Lanka Save yourself €400 per person with Tropical Sky this month, with an unmissable deal to Sri Lanka. Enjoy a seven-night stay at the four-star Centara Ceysands Resort & Spa between 2nd...