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Reflections of Gijón, Spain
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A guide to Gijón, Spain: Asturias’ beloved beach escape

For a city-cum-beach-break, the Asturian city of Gijón, Spain, ticks all the boxes; from golden sands to roman ruins.
Bedroom balcony views from the Stockinggut Leogang
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Checking in: Stockinggut, Leogang Hotel Review – an almost all-inclusive Austrian Alps experience 

This Stockinggut Leogang Hotel covers the mountain location, food, drink, spa and service of this delightful hotel in the Austrian Alps.
Best places to visit in Europe
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Escape to The Asitz Mountain, where art, nature and culture collide in the Austrian Alps

Explore the Asitz Mountain of Austria, where hiking, biking, music and culture collide for a perfect summer destination in the Austrian Alps.
An outside restaurant in the white streets of Locorotondo Puglia
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Italy off the beaten path: 25 hidden gems in Italy

Discover some of the best hidden gems in Italy. I love getting off the beaten path in Italy with so many colourful and dreamy destinations to explore.
Bosnia Herzegovina
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Holafly, the eSIM for travelling to Europe and avoiding roaming fees

Produced in partnership with HolaFly Sadly, the days of travelling with just a beat-up map and our gut instincts are long gone, and while it's still nice to dabble in some off the beaten path adventures in Europe or further afield, the digital…
Salamanca as seen from the river at blue hour
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Learn Spanish online: 7 ways to study Spanish without a language school

There are countless reasons you might want to learn Spanish online rather than take classes. For some, it may be a matter of cost; for others, it could be simply wanting to master the basics for an upcoming trip, while many might just want…
Populaer tourist sights like Obidos were basically empty when I visited in June
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Portugal Coronavirus travel restrictions 2022

What is travelling in Portugal like in 2021? As a local, I've been on a few trips now and kept up on the Portugal coronavirus news and rules.
Iceland Winter Photography
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Iceland: when to go and how to travel the land of fire and ice

Deciding when to visit Iceland will define how you travel the country. Whether a 4WD road-trip in summer, or a winter expedition tour.
Mallorca
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Mallorca beyond Magaluf: 5 Reasons to visit Mallorca, Spain

For many people, the island of Mallorca conjures up the party-strip of Magaluf, but between the stunning beaches, incredible architecture and mountain hikes, Majorca Islands has plenty more to discover.
Scottish mountains and lake
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Top outdoor adventures in the UK: From ocean hikes to summiting peaks

Getting stuck into a grand adventure in the great outdoors is an easy task in all four corners of the United Kingdom.
Man O' War Beach in Dorset
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16 Beautiful Places to Visit in South West England for a Unique Getaway

Discover some of the best places to visit in South West England, including unusual spots and special stays for a unique getaway.
Mevagissey Saint Austell Cornwall
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Where to stay in Cornwall: a quick guide to picking the perfect base

Picking the perfect base in Cornwall, whether it be South, West, or North Coast, is super easy - combine one or two to explore with ease.
Porto as seen from the river
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Palatial, palatable Portugal: a long weekend in Porto and the Douro

From sampling Port and cruising along the wine region of the Douro, to enjoying the grand architecture and colourful facades, Porto is the perfect long weekend break!
The traditional thatched houses of Santana, a pointed triangle shaped house with colourful blue and red windows and flowers outside
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Madeira in photos: 40 postcards from Portugal’s island of eternal spring

Photos of Madeira will quickly make you fall in love with this dreamy destination, an island of Portugal full of nature!
Views over the harbour in San Sebastian
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Getting back to the Basque Country: San Sebastián and beyond

A weekend break to San Sebastian is the perfect Spanish city-break, but why not stay a week and explore more of the beautiful Basque Country.
Cinque Terre Italy Travel Guide
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Why I love Italy – my favourite Italy experiences and places

Italy has become one of my favourite countries, and here are some of my favourite Italy experiences from over the years.
Glenfinnan Scotland
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Nine unusual places to stay in Scotland for an unforgettable trip

The land of lochs and munros, castles and craggy coastlines, there are some fantastic, unique and unusual places to stay in Scotland.
Loch Awe
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Best UK staycation ideas with unique places to stay in the UK

See the UK in a new way, from epic villas to castles and camper-vans, here are nine ways to make your next UK staycation something special!
Bologna
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Renaissance, Romance and Ragù: three days in beautiful Bologna

Whether you spend a long weekend in Bologna or use it as a base to explore the Emilia Romagna region, you'll be hard pushed not to fall for its beauty.
The main square in Murcia with a cathedral on the left and a red fronted palace on the right
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Reasons to visit the Murcia Region of Spain

The Region of Murica in Spain boasts coast, culture, city-breaks and cuisine - here's a one week itinerary to enjoy it all.
A wine tasting room in Murcia Spain
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Magnificent Monastrell: exploring the Murcia wine route through Bullas, Jumilla and Yecla

This stunning region of Spain might be most famed for the Costa Cálida, but it's also packed with incredible wine and cuisine.