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The structure, which is 6m wide and 430m long, spans the canyon between two mountain cliffs in central Hunan province
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Returning home from a beery few days in Budapest, Ed Cumming decided to grab a carriage. Soon he was lost in Berlin
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Who better to explore a city with than an enthusiastic, knowledgeable local? Smartphone-based digital wizardry means finding the right guide or tour is now only a tap away
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As the National Parks Service turns 100, James Edward Mills reports on a campaign to make the US's natural spaces appealing to all Americans, regardless of race
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This is a pricey part of the world, but these adventures in Norway, Sweden, Denmark and Iceland, from the new Wild Guide Scandinavia, are pleasantly surprising in more ways than one
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Enjoy ocean views from rooftop bars or just step out and get the sand between your toes. From Mazatlán to Pochutla, here are 10 charming beachside escapes
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Well-known and deservedly popular for its jungle, coast and ancient ruins, the Yucatán peninsula can be a pricey place to stay – unless you pick one of these brilliant budget hotels and hostels
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The Seychelles islands of Mahé, Praslin and La Digue may be known for their luxury resorts but there is also a great selection of family-run, more affordable guesthouses just as close to the archipelago’s famous, world-class beaches
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Five insiders reveal how to run with the locals in the Olympics host city – a spectacular tropical metropolis with great beaches, music, views and food
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Daesung Lee’s dazzling photography shows the stark beauty of Mongolia and also the country’s nomadic ways of life that are under threat
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Tax-free shopping business Global Blue reports 7% rise in spending for July as visitors from Asia and US find their currencies go further
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The musician on a truly creepy horror film, the genius of Madeline Kahn, Russian bus stops and one of the best bars in the world
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We should adopt New York’s kitemark scheme on hotel workers’ rights, which too often are nonexistent here
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From the cocktail bar entrance hall to on-trend rooms, pretty grounds and tempting dinner menu, the fifth hotel in the Pig litter should suit the most discerning of snouts
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The kids would be happy to stick to the beach, but a stay on the coast near Bordeaux means mum and dad can fit in some surfing and vineyards, too
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On the second leg of his family road trip, Kevin Rushby moves on to Cres, where the population is in decline but the soaring griffons and astonishingly blue sea are magical
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The August bank holiday is on the horizon, but don’t just pitch up expecting to nab a camping spot. James Warner Smith, an author at the website Cool Camping, has tips for sites with great views and family-friendly fun – and you can still book
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This oddball labyrinth of walkways, tricks and surprises, set in an idyllic Yorkshire garden, has something for all the family
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This beautiful corner of Germany pioneered walking holidays in the 1860s. These days there’s a huge array of outdoor activities for all ages, from walks on the trail of woodland fairies to a 3km go-kart track
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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
readers' tips
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Scandinavia’s great outdoors offers scenery on a gigantic scale, perfect for getting lost in on foot, two wheels or boat. Here are 10 of the best trips from our intrepid readers
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This week we’re looking for your best ideas for family day trips around Britain: seaside, countryside, village or city. Send details of your favourite excursion and you could win a £200 voucher
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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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Norway, Sweden and Denmark offer pristine environments for outdoor holidays – independent or otherwise – in the summer. Send us details of your favourite experiences and you could win a £200 voucher from uk.hotels.com
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London’s long-awaited night tube is a gift to the capital’s clubbers. As the Victoria and Central lines start a non-stop weekend service, we asked the cream of London’s club scene to point us to the party
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The adventurer is Guinness world record holder for longest journey by motorbike but loves his home country’s wild spaces as much as anywhere he has visited
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An insider’s guide of Andalucía reveals the secrets behind the region’s delicious ham and tuna – while taking in top-notch sherry, tapas and beautiful scenery
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