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Where and how to watch sport like a local
There are few better ways into a place’s soul than through its sports teams. Step into the febrile atmosphere of a stadium or arena mid-match and you’ll find usually relaxed locals in a state of agitation or elation, depending on the scoreline.Head to one of these sporting destinations and we promis
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A guide to South Koreas most charming mural villages
The term street art can often conjure up an image of hooded graffiti-artists stenciling edgy pieces down seedy city laneways in the dark of the night.But in South Korea, there’s a different kind of street art scene going on – formerly underserved neighbourhoods are getting makeovers in the form of v
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A day in the life of Djemaa el
Marrakesh’s main square is the city’s magical centrepiece, a stage on which street-theatre performances are acted out across the day. Like any accomplished magician, Djemaa el-Fna doesnt reveal all the tricks up its sleeve straightaway, meaning you’ll need to revisit it several times during the day
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George Town: the unexpected street art hub of Southeast Asia
Forget its fabulous shophouse architecture and world-renowned hawker stalls (for a minute, at least) – the George Town of today has become synonymous with street art.The trend goes back to 2010, when the government of Penang commissioned the studio Sculpture At Work (sculptureatwork.com) to create a
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Beyond the Acropolis: a guide to Athens’ neighbourhoods
From the iconic Acropolis rising majestically above the city to charming neighbourhood squares, modern art galleries and lively bars, bustling Athens is a delightfully quirky clash of past and present, a city that confronts and surprises. Visitors are drawn by ancient monuments bathed in the famous
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Tel Aviv nightlife: where to party in Israel
With its sultry Mediterranean climate, seaside location, hedonistic vibe and young, international population, it’s no surprise Tel Aviv is known as the party capital of the Middle East. Any great evening here should start at a beach bar around sunset – a cold beer on your lips, toes pushing into sti
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Getting in touch with traditional Hawaiian culture
For over a thousand years, Hawaiian culture evolved independently from outside influence. Beginning around 300 AD, settlers from Polynesia came to the islands in handmade canoes, navigating using a complex system of wayfaring techniques. Later, waves of new residents arrived to this tiny archipelago
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Insider Rome: discover four magical streets
Rome’s streets offer layer upon layer of history. Often there is an another world to explore beneath, with temples or Roman houses lying underneath churches and houses. Read on to discover some of Rome’s most remarkable addresses, from Via Appia Antica, the historic Roman road, lined by catacombs, t
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A perfect day in Trastevere, Romes favourite neighbourhood
You’ve thrown coins into the Trevi Fountain and marvelled at the Colosseum – what next? Take a trip across the Tiber river to Trastevere, a charming medieval neighbourhood with a fiery temperament. A stroll around Trastevere, a formerly working-class district with a heady nightlife, will take you aw
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Bullet holes, burek and beer: 48 hours in Sarajevo
It’s over 20 years since harrowing news footage of the besieged city of Sarajevo was broadcast around the world during the 1990s Bosnian war. Nowadays the only time the Bosnian capital feels besieged is during the mid-summer film-fest when the citys streets overflow with animated party-goers. The hi
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Secret Hong Kong: singalong parlours and modern monasteries
It’s hard to keep anything in Hong Kong a secret for long. The walls between the world city and the world are thin; its people travel far and frequently, and they talk loudly.But the city has some wonderful experiences that are not widely known, due to accessibility issues or simply because they hav
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A Fab Four fans guide to Liverpool & the Beatles
The Beatles were four young lads from Liverpool who revolutionized pop music and changed the world. Fans can explore their roots on a visit to the city, discovering the houses, parks and streets that inspired the band. Here, we take you through the must-see sights, from John Lennon’s bedroom and Pen
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Pubs, vampires and rebellion: the best of historic Dublin
Dublin rightly prides itself on being a modern European city, but its colourful history is central to its appeal. There was a settlement here even before the Vikings settled by the River Liffey a thousand years ago, and the city really came into its own a century ago when events here were the cataly
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The USA’s top historical sights
A lot of people think of the United States as a young country with little in the way of history. Sure, the country’s only been a country since 1776, but before that there was the colonial period and before that there were centuries of Native American cultures. And, of course, theres its more modern
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Escaping modern China: unwind in historic Huizhou
It is said that an immortal from the north flying on a goose was so taken by the scenery at Huizhou’s West Lake that she landed and turned into Flying Goose Mountain. This is how Huizhou got its term of endearment, “City of the Goose”.Located on the eastern periphery of the Pearl River Delta in Guan
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Striking architecture, maritime history and cutting
Many travellers only glimpse of Rotterdam is through the train window en route from Paris, Brussels and Amsterdam. But with a palpable energy, creative spirit and urban regeneration that are cementing its status as one of Europes hippest, most happening destinations, the Netherlands second-largest,
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Six sublime historic buildings in Frances Auvergne
The Auvergne wins admirers for its brooding scenery, a jigsaw of valleys, lakes and craters sculpted by ancient volcanoes. But this French region is rich in man-made beauty too, and its historic buildings are made all the lovelier by their setting. Lustrous basilicas nestle among rough mountain
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10 reasons to visit Latvia
If you don’t already have a connection to Latvia, chances are it may not have crossed your mind as a potential destination for your next trip. But this Baltic nation has more than a few surprises hidden amidst its lush pine forests and architecturally rich cities and towns. Here are ten reasons to a
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Ice fjords to dancefloors: a weekend in Ilulissat, Greenland
With its rumbling ice fjord and a harbour bobbing with bergs, Ilulissat’s glorious setting is a huge enticer for travellers to Greenland. But there’s no need to wrap up and hop onto a sled for this Arctic adventure (unless you want to). Ilulissat is Greenland’s third-largest town, with enough histor
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Japan dos and donts: etiquette tips for first
Japan is warm and welcoming to travellers, but its unique culture can be as inscrutable as it is intriguing for the first-time visitor. To help create a faux-pas-free journey, arm yourself with a few of these handy etiquette tips before your trip: from when to bow and take your shoes off, to when it
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