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10 Best short-haul beach destinations to visit in 2021
For many of us, an annual beach holiday feels like a necessity – a moment of calm and respite from our otherwise hectic lives. Most of us missed out on our beach holiday in 2020, which is why we’re looking ahead to 2021 and planning our top beach destinations for that all import week (or…
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Secret Guide: 48 hours in Milan
The Italian capital of fashion and design is the perfect destination for a glamorous city break or weekend away. Here are our top tips for a two-day visit to Milan.
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From world-famous to top secret: the 5 best sights in the Alps
Fresh air, green valleys, snow-capped peaks and breathtaking panoramas: the Alps have so much to offer and not only to the avid hikers. The dramatic mountain range offers incredible diversity across eight countries. But, there are by no means only mountains to be seen – you will find several exciting attractions in the Alps; here…
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Prosecco Road: discovering liquid gold
A perfect example of how humans and nature can work together to create something close to perfection, the ‘Strada del Prosecco’ is not just a journey for an excellent glass of bubbles, but a pilgrimage to discover the centuries of passion and determination that go into every golden drop. A newly appointed UNESCO heritage site,…
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Nature’s hidden secrets of the Aeolian Islands
Introducing the Aeolian Islands, Lipari, Panarea, Salina, Stromboli, Vulcano, Alicudi and Filicudi; seven natural paradises embraced by the waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea. The ultimate destination for beach-lovers, the Aeolian Islands are also climbing the list of the best places to partake in sustainable tourism – helping to protect nature, while you admire and immerse…
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An eternal love: our guide to Rome’s finest attractions
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Three of the finest spa destinations
There’s more to a spa break than simply finding the nearest posh hotel; in fact, around the world there exist spa traditions set to pamper you silly, in surroundings that will leave you breathless. Discover our top-tip wellbeing destinations for unforgettable escapism.
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Sicily: an island guide
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Secret guide: Venice
A seemingly impossible, wholly mystifying destination, Venice sits resplendent in a moody lagoon. The audacious Venetians built palaces of marble, hiding labyrinthine streets and creating a unique culture that still permeates everyday life. From the rich offerings of the lagoon providing a feast of seafood, to the secrecy and opulence of the Baroque Carnivale and…
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Secret guide: Florence
Immerse yourself in this magically romantic city. As the birthplace of the Renaissance, lose yourself in medieval streets and discover artworks and landmarks belonging to some of the greatest thinkers in history. Intricate, magnificent churches and cathedrals like the Duomo and Basilica di Santa Croce illuminate the city in splendour, whilst Florentines sip espressos and…
