Cultural trips
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Sydney serves up its coffee, cocktails, fusion cuisine and harbour walks with panache and beautiful views
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Poland’s conservative government has decided that the port city’s new landmark exhibiting the horrors of the second world war isn’t sufficiently nationalist
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The fight to stop a visitor centre at ancient Clifford’s Tower is to go to the high court. The outcome could leave English Heritage’s bold plans to remodel the nation’s monuments in ruins
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In our new series of ‘mini’ breaks, local parents tip the attractions kids will love - and the ones to avoid - plus where to refuel and where to call it a night
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Many of Bruges’s 44 almshouses have hidden gardens, which are ideal spaces for contemplating its historic atmosphere. This is one of the best
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A stubborn desire to make things happen in this great northern city has led to vibrant arts, food and drink scenes. Whether you’re drinking, dancing or dining, the experience will come with genuine Geordie camaraderie
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Tamil Nadu has sweeping beaches, the world’s greatest collection of ancient temples, pretty tea plantations… and remarkably few British tourists
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Winter is the time for exploring snowy European cities full of cosy cafes – especially when they’re served by budget airlines with low-season fares
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The Russian capital is full of cultural treats – from galleries and parks to its restaurants, bars and baths. Our writer picks the must-sees plus his own favourites
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With tourism to the Middle East in decline, visiting Jordan’s mesmerising sights is now a solitary experience. But the silence and emptiness only add to their allure
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The West Country city beat London, Paris and Amsterdam in an online survey and is lauded for its vibrant arts scene
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With independent art and street food scenes, and clubs and soundsystems bursting with bass, the second city has first-rate cultural credentials – if, like our writer, you know where to look
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