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72 hours in Berlin: a historical and cultural powerhouse
KRIS GRIFFITHS spends three days in Germany’s buzzing capital, experiencing the best of its arts, dining and leisure options as can be squeezed into one short break. A snapshot of a truly multidimensional city
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Barcelona: everything you need to know about a quick city break and 14 pictures that will make you want to visit right now
What to do, where to to go and the best holiday accommodation options in Barcelona, Spain
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Love letter to Margate: a slice of English seaside history
KRIS GRIFFITHS returns to the coastal Kent town he visited as a boy and experiences the rejuvenated resort through new eyes
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Why you should visit Japan in winter
Zip between ski resorts, natural hot springs and snow monkeys. Here are five winter activities that will convince you to holiday in Japan.
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Zambia: 12 pictures that will make you want to visit right now
What you need to know about a getaway to exotic Zambia: what to do, where to to go and the best holiday accommodation options.
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Northern exposure: majestic Helsinki is a city on the rise
Underneath what can be viewed as a rather cold exterior is a bubbling, Helsinki is a thriving and forward thinking city.
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Baltimore: rich in offbeat charm outsider travellers crave
Art, books, music, bad beer and sensational crabs. Baltimore might not be her place exactly, but it’s definitely her kinda place, discovers JENNIFER PERKIN.
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Travel safety: keep your data safe whilst abroad
Travelling with technology is always a little daunting and it doesn’t look like it’s getting any easier.
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Reaching high for Jungfraujoch – the roof of Europe
With a majestic backdrop of ice, snow and rock, the exhilaration of being there is palpable yet all you have to do is sit back as three separate trains take you progressively higher and higher.
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Lonely Planet’s must visit lists for 2019. Where will you be going?
Where do Lonely Planet think will best scratch your traveller's itch next year? Here's their top 10 picks for best cities, regions and countries in 2019. Get to some!
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God’s own country: India’s captivating Kerala
This is the India of honeymoons, yoga retreats and houseboat cruises, far from the pollution, chaos and masses.
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The world’s most spectacular opera houses, apart from Sydney’s
Sydney's Opera House is treasure. But no matter where we travel there is a good chance that we will see some impressive buildings dedicated to the arts.
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Travel: seven items that belong in your ‘survival kit’
It may not be necessary to go full survivor on this, but maybe packing these items will save you some misery or embarrassment on your travels.
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Travelling overseas? What to do if a border agent demands access to your digital device
SPECIAL FEATURE: Microsoft, Apple and Google all indicate that handing over a password to one of their apps or devices is in breach of their services agreement, privacy management, and safety practices. That doesn’t mean it’s wise to refuse to comply with border force officials
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Loving fabled Santorini does not have to ruin your wallet
Santorini is one of the most beautiful and, of course, expensive of the Greek islands. But it is actually possible to enjoy the jewel of the Cyclades on a budget.
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Top 10 must have in your backpack items for travel around Europe
Planning, preparation and packing for that perfect trip. Here’s the essential items you have just got to put in your backpack to help make that adventure of a lifetime a little less frustrating.
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‘No deal’ Brexit: what it could mean for British tourists (passports, licences, medical and phones)
SPECIAL FEATURE: The prospect of additional costs, disruption and complexity when travelling to the EU is becoming a likely scenario in the event of a “no deal” Brexit.
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Lake Como: Italy’s northern jewel abounds with accessible riches
Tranquility, luxury and a spot of Hollywood celebrity. Italy's famous Lake Como shores host the likes of George Clooney but are just as welcoming of mere mortals.
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Top tips for surviving Oktoberfest – the ultimate beer indulgence
Munich's Oktoberfest is a must-attend event for beer loving expats, but surviving it is another matter altogether. We’ve got the ultimate Beerfest survival guide. Here's how to make it through — liver, wallet and dignity intact (just). Prost!
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Tips on how to avoid six of the most common travel disasters
When you’re planning a trip abroad, it is unlikely your first thought (or even second or third) is about what could go wrong.
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The power of Rhine Falls and medieval delights of Stein am Rhein
There is something about waterfalls. We were wowed by the power and majesty of the rushing water and were amazed at how close we could get to the flow of Europe's largest.
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Seven amazing things to do in Sydney to make it your best holiday ever
From the iconic Opera House to the golden sands of Bondi Beach, there is something for everyone in this incredible Australian city.
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Should you book a summer staycation?
A traditional summer gander abroad, or a local romp during your time off work? A staycation could very well be on the cards for some of us this year.
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La Tomatina: trigger happy tomato throwers in the world’s greatest food fight
For the uninitiated, the adrenaline is flowing because of the fear of the unknown, soon to be replaced by the fear of flying fruit chucked by 30,000 revelers in a glorious explosion of red.
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Why Australia might be at risk of ‘overtourism’
SPECIAL FEATURE: Recently, the disruptive agents of the sharing economy, like Airbnb, have been blamed for bringing more tourists into the heart of communities instead of just tourist sites.
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Thai Airways style all the way home to Australia from London
Award-winning service with a distinctively serene Thai style, and some fantastic stop-over options with Brightsun Travel. Airfares start at Sydney from £717pp, Melbourne from £708pp, Perth from £701pp and Brisbane from £717pp.
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Pamplona’s Running of the Bulls: what happens and how did it come about?
RUNNING OF THE BULLS IN PAMPLONA | Spain's famous San Fermin festival brings together daredevils and spectators of the world for a week of bull dodging and serious, serious partying. Here's the what, how, why and when...
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Rebirth of a nation: Zimbabwe open for tourism again
With its political & economical problems a thing of the past, Zimbabwe is welcoming increasing numbers of tourists back into the country and hoping for even more. Armed with a camera & notepad, Kris Griffiths takes a tour of the reborn nation, experiencing its full range of impressive natural wonders...
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Hacking your holiday: how cyber criminals are increasingly targeting the tourism market
SPECIAL FEATURE: A staggering 3.9 billion malicious login attempts occurred during the last year against sites belonging to airlines, cruise lines, hotels, online travel, automotive rental and transport organisations.
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Travelogue: A trip to the highly unusual destination of Eritrea
In London, when I went to get a visa to visit Eritrea they asked me why I wanted to go. Why would a white lady of uncertain years WANT to go there alone?
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Searching for Dracula in Transylvania
While driving along winding roads through dense, dark, ancient forests and over mountain passes through the Carpathian Mountains in Transylvania, it is easy to be caught up in the Dracula story.
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