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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!

All, City Breaks, Destinations, Europe, Food and Wine, Islands and Beaches, Spain

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.

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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.

All, Asia, City Breaks, Destinations, Singapore

Surprising Singapore: stop stopovers and stay a while…

With the 'worlds best airport' people are lining up to pass through, but I say stop stopovers and discover how diverse this garden city can be! A Singapore travel guide from high rises to wildlife run islands...

Colourful illuminated Chinese fish in Chinatown

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Exploring Singapore’s cool quarter: Chinatown and Keong Saik Road

Singapore might be famed for the futuristic side, but in Chinatown and Keong Saik Road a chilled, chic and traditional experience awaits.

A beautiful red pagoda sits next to a large red temple in the city of Tokyo

All, Asia, City Breaks, Destinations, Japan

A quick guide to Tokyo: must-visit neighbourhoods, attractions and easy day trips

Tokyo is a city where you could spend countless days exploring, but here is a quick Tokyo guide of must-visit areas and day-trip ideas.

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Mini adventures in micro countries: a quick guide to Europe’s smallest nations

Adventures come in all shapes and sizes, and as Europe's smallest nations show us, big doesn't always mean better. Here are six tiny countries to visit!

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How to spend 12 hours in Dubai on a stopover without breaking the bank

If you want to make the most of a Dubai Stopover without breaking the bank, here is everything you can pack into a 12 hour stop using public transport.

The start of the torchlight procession in Edinburgh

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Edinburgh’s Hogmanay: The best place to party for New Year’s Eve?

From flames burning at the torchlight procession, to a celebrity led midnight party – Edinburgh's Hogmanay is one of the best NYE parties in the world!

A sunset amongst the mountains around Salzburg

All, Art and Culture, Austria, City Breaks, Destinations, Europe

The many slices of Salzburg: UNESCO city centre to mountain lakes

Salzburg isn’t just a famous city centre, it’s a region that was once its own country, here's what to do on a long weekend in Salzburg, Austria.

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20 Hidden Europe Gems You Need to Visit in 2021

Forgot Paris and Rome for your 2020 Europe trips and discover these incredible 20 lesser-known towns and destinations. If Mantua, Cuenca and Vipava Valley don't sound familiar then this one is for you.

Durham Castle as seen from the riverside

All, Art and Culture, City Breaks, Destinations, Europe, UK

Reasons to visit Durham City and County, the quintessential English getaway

The city of Durham is the ideal British escape. A grand UNESCO Cathedral, impressive castles, afternoon tea and interactive museums in the perfect package.