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What Central Europe lacks in glitz it more than makes up for in scenery and adventure. And in these parts – from Poland to Slovenia – your money will go further, too
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With the summer-long arts festival kicking off next week, participating singers, artists and curators share their favourite places in Newcastle and the wider region -
Kyoto is on frontline of clash that has spread to holiday lets, with restrictive law now in effect -
Frida's house is the big draw here but there's plenty more to discover among the leafy plazas and colonial streets -
The party never stops on these midnight sun jaunts from Russia to Alaska. And neither do the hikes, wildlife encounters and saunas in the gloaming
Beach on a budget
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‘Tourist hordes’ is not a phrase you’re likely to hear in Basilicata but given its rich cuisine, stunning national parks, ancient towns and great beaches, it’s hard to fathom why this seductive region remains so quiet -
A haven for surfers and adventurers, ‘a timeless island feel pervades this often-overlooked peninsula’. Writers of the new Wild Guide Wales select the best coves and beaches, places to eat and seasonal campsites -
The city’s bars and music scene are among the most vibrant in the US. And with Lake Michigan beaches to relax on and two new budget flights from the UK, now is the time to go
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The food, wine and idyllic lifestyle of this region’s villages have always appealed to Brits – and with Brexit looming they’re settling in record numbers – but that has not dimmed its thoroughly French allure -
Thousands of visitors descend on Antigua for its famous Semana Santa celebrations over Easter, but this colonial gem is worth a visit at any time of year -
As Qantas launches London-Perth, the first non-stop flights between the UK and Australia, Anna Reece of the Perth Festival picks her favourite cultural venues, restaurants, bars and beaches in the city
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Candid and contemplative shots dominate this month’s selection, with destinations including Morocco, Mexico, Portugal and Taiwan
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Cuba’s capital is changing and a lot of the cutting-edge art and new wave restaurants are in characterful districts away from the much-visited old city -
The UK coast boasts more beach towns than you can shake a stick of rock at. Authors share their favourites for sun-kissed memories of summer -
The Belgian capital isn’t all boring Eurocrats: a cast of creative types are busy doing their arty things – often with humour and a social conscience -
In east London’s Whitechapel, this converted textile factory weaves a spell with its sensitivity to local culture, design quirks – and Marco Pierre White-devised menu
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The new helicopter service is a fun way to arrive on Scilly; the short flight highlighting the contrast between the busy mainland and the remote bliss of the sand-fringed islands -
With sunshine, superb beaches and charming towns, Ibiza, Mallorca, the famous Greek islands et al often come with A-list prices. Here’s how to enjoy them without spending too much cash
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Despite some tour operators making price adjustments, single-parent families and parents travelling solo are losing out financially -
From the windswept Outer Hebrides to exotic Japanese archipelagos, our tipsters have explored some of the world’s most unique islands on foot, by bike and kayak -
Delve into the world of natural wonders that inspired the author and explore her home on a Lake District family day out -
Darwin’s Kent home and garden immerses visitors in his work and life, and proves a day trip where learning is also fun
Readers' tips
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Beach, woods, park or hillside – we want to hear about great picnic spots across the UK -
Whether you’ve enjoyed the midnight sun in Alaska, summer parties in Scandinavia or wild camping in the Highlands, we want to hear your stories -
From the tops of boutique hotels to car parks and old office blocks, our tipsters know where to enjoy booze with a view -
It could be beach walking, coastal kayaking, diving or wildlife spotting … please share your favourite island adventures from around the world
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