travel
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The alt guide to SheffieldThe South Yorkshire city’s music and clubs have had a huge influence in the UK over the years. Less well known is its fabulous array of independent restaurants, cafes, bars and galleries
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High art? Delta Airlines invites artists to decorate in-flight traysPassengers on one of the airline’s aircraft are in for a colourful surprise when they pull down their tray tables -
GoT star's images of GreenlandDanish actor Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, aka Game of Thrones’ Jaime Lannister, is the first celebrity to capture Street View imagery for Google, in a project to highlight the impact of climate change in southern Greenland -
Readers share their tipsLittle-visited ruins, an underwater sculpture park, hidden cenotes and authentic places to eat in popular spots are among readers' Mexican secrets
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The hip Barcelona hotel without the tapasWith an art gallery, coffee bar, yoga and south-east Asian food, you might find it hard to leave Barcelona’s Casa Bonay hotel – unless you get a craving for tapas
beach on a budget
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Top 10 budget beach hotels and B&Bs on Mexico’s Pacific coastEnjoy 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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Top 10 budget beach hotels, guesthouses and hostels on the Yucatán peninsula, MexicoWell-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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Top 10 budget beach B&Bs in the SeychellesThe 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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Aarhus, Denmark: what to see, plus the best restaurants, bars and hotelsThe 2017 European Capital of Culture has cool museums and galleries, and a wide range of modern Nordic food and drink, all within a compact walkable city centre
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Game of Thrones star in Greenland for Google Street ViewGoT’s Jaime Lannister has shown little love for the far north, unlike the man who plays him, Danish actor Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, who has been collecting street view imagery for Google in southern Greenland to highlight the impact of climate change
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Timbrell’s Yard, Bradford on Avon, Wiltshire: hotel reviewIt’s hard to believe that this thriving restaurant and bar with stylish rooms, in a historic riverfront building, almost became an office block
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YHA Ambleside, the Lake District: hostel reviewThis flagship hostel on Windermere offers backpackers and families a millionaire’s view for the price of a bunk – plus homemade cake
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Barcelona cracks down on tourist numbers with accommodation lawSpanish city passes law to limit number of beds on offer and impose moratorium on building new hotels
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Trump Hotels to triple US properties in defiance of 'no new deals' pledgeEric Danzinger said goal is to have hotels in 26 major American metropolitan areas, but a planned project in China is ‘pretty much off’
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City breaks with kids: LondonLondon offers a dazzling parade of attractions and treats for children – but it can empty your pockets faster than Fagin. Here are our tips for making the most of the city on a budget
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City breaks with kids: RomeThe Eternal City may be stuffed with classical treasures, but it also has plenty to intrigue kids – who will love the ready availability of pizza and ice-cream
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10 of the best new family attractions in the UKWaterparks, cycle trails and zipwires through the forest are among the attractions springing up across the UK this year. We’ve included affordable places to stay nearby, too
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City breaks with kids: BarcelonaIt’s a favourite destination for adults, but Barcelona has loads to offer kids, whether they’re into football, science, the seaside or amusement parks
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City breaks with kids: ParisThe city of love – or lights – can also be a delight for children, with special sessions at many cultural attractions and parks with playgrounds, ponds and puppets
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20 of the best family campsites in EuropeWith great restaurants, beautiful locations and lots of activities and entertainment, these sites offer all the fun but none of the hassle of traditional camping
readers' tips
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Send us a tip on Bangkok for a chance to win a £200 hotel voucherTemples, street food, markets … or something more under the radar: share your discoveries in the Thai capital
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Highlights of Denmark: readers’ travel tipsWith its 7,000km of coastline and more than 400 islands, Denmark makes a great holiday playground. Follow readers’ advice and it needn’t be expensive either
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Send us a Yucatán tip for a chance to win a £200 hotel voucherSunny shores, lively markets, natural wonders or manmade glories … tell us your highlights of Mexico’s Yucatán peninsula
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Family campsites in Europe: readers’ tipsItaly’s coast, lakes and mountains are popular among Guardian readers for family camping holidays, but sites in France, Portugal and Switzerland get a look-in too
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Costa Rica: ‘the most biologically intense place on Earth’Costa Rica is famous for its national parks, but has only recently turned attention to supporting the people who live in them. Our writer joins a community-led tour of its jungly Osa peninsula
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All aboard the new Denver ski trainThanks to the new Winter Park Express you can now ski or board in one of Colorado’s snowiest resorts without having to hire a car. Sam Haddad and her young son ride the inaugural train
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Travels in Trump's banned countriesKevin Rushby reflects on the warmth and hospitality he has encountered in the countries now on President Trump’s ‘bad’ list
São Paulo makes London seem like a village