Mexico’s capital is vibrant, colourful, densely populated and too often overlooked by tourists heading to the coast. But as the nation’s political, economic and cultural centre, it has so much to…
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This fortress in Saxon Switzerland has been a monastery, a pleasure palace, a state prison, a prisoner of war camp and a youth workshop, as well as serving as one of…
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The Mexican coastal city of Cancun has the reputation for being one of the most vibrant and cosmopolitan cities in the whole of Mexico and has long been a popular playground…
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Housed in a 19th-century winery close to a gorgeous labyrinth-like medieval town, La Casa Cosme Palacio has opened its doors as Spain’s first-ever “invitation-only” hotel. It’s a revolutionary new concept that…
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This western Austrian city has been the capital of Tyrol since 1429, and, having twice hosted the winter Olympics (in 1964 and 1976), has become synonymous with snow sports. There are…
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This Taiwanese city was voted by locals to be among the country’s most livable, with a relaxed atmosphere and a pleasant climate. It boasts the same glittering skyscrapers as the capital,…
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This South Pacific island country is about as untouched and remote as the UK traveller can get, although it is easy to access once on mainland New Zealand or the US…
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This is known to be a birdwatcher’s paradise, with prime spotting season running from November to March, as the birds migrate south. But Amelia Island is equally popular for its clean,…
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Escape to Florida’s Gulf Coast, with its white sandy beaches, azure ocean, mangroves and parklands. Sarasota is found south of Tampa, with many miles of perfect coastline and shallow waters for…
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Part of the southeast Windward Islands of the Lesser Antilles, this archipelago country is an independent member of the British Commonwealth. English is widely spoken, alongside Vincentian Creole and local culinary…