europe holidays
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Our writer sets off in the footsteps of JM Barrie, fortified by bacon, beer and stoicism
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Despite a disastrous start, Obonjan, a relaxed grown-up festival which takes place on its own Adriatic island, promises to be a special summer event
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Kevin Rushby kicks off his summer series with a walk through the gorgeously empty mountains of Istria – all the way to the Adriatic
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The former New York Times correspondent loves this sloping street and its 200 small businesses so much she’s written a whole book about it
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A short train ride north-east of Moscow lies a collection of towns foreign tourists often miss but they’re rich in culture, tradition and fantastic sights
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Portugal’s Douro region is famous for its port, but also produces fine, good-value reds and top nosh. Perfect, then, for thirsty foodies like our writer
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Whether it’s wild swimming in lakes and fjords, a sea ‘safari’ in Crete, or a 6km swim in the warm waters of Mexico’s Baja peninsula, this selection of swims (and stays) is a stroke of genius
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See a different side of Europe’s major cities on these innovative walking tours that revel in art, history, food, drink – and even financial mismanagement
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Greece’s economy may still be in the doldrums, but Athens’ arts scene and nightlife are flourishing. Combine that with a wave of new affordable places to stay and the capital is no longer just a gateway to the Greek islands
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With Hobbity hideaways, remote farms and friendly guesthouses, Slovenia offers a wealth of accommodation from which to explore its mountains, lakes and villages
winter sports holidays
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When learning to ski in the Italian Alps, Michael ‘Eddie the Eagle’ Edwards had no idea it would lead to Olympic stardom – or a new Hollywood biopic
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This season’s snowsports fad, an import from the US, is fat biking down the slopes. Sam Hadddad tried the alternative to skiing and snowboarding in the Dolomites. Plus five more places to try it
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A fear of steep slopes put Kate Carter off winter sports as a child. But skiing with a laser gun? That was another story…
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The Cyclades island of Andros is no longer the preserve of Greece’s shipping dynasties now that a local initiative is opening up its 300km of hiking trails
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The sheer abundance of regional specialities in north-west France makes for a thrilling foodie road trip. We sniff out the best local produce, plus great places to eat, drink – and sleep it off
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beach holidays
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Famous for its dazzling shoreline and hundreds of islands, the Adriatic jewel also boasts thrilling national parks, a host of medieval towns and great places to eat and stay. And then there’s the frog museum …
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activity holidays
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On a guided swimming holiday around the islands off western Greece, Joanna Lodewyke conquers her fear of open water while revelling in coastal beauty
restaurants
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Long trip on the autoroute? Then stop off for a rummage in a brocante (a French flea market/secondhand shop), says Tom Kevill-Davies, who has furnished his house from them
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Some of Italy’s best food is found in rural, family-run places where fresh, local produce is cooked superbly. Readers share details of their most memorable meals
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With Paris about to succumb to football fever for a month, screens are going up in bars all over the city. So where’s best to soak up the Euros atmosphere?
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This week we’re looking for your suggestions on Italian village trattorias. Tell us about your favourite discoveries off the beaten track
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Top 10 holidays in Bavaria's lake district