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When it comes to getting social, Gothenburg leads the way, according to a new survey, which also reveals New Yorkers eat out the most and Madrid loves to party – but London fails to make top 20
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Share your experiences of a great local guide, homestay or community project you’ve come across in India. Send us your tips for a chance to win a £200 voucher from uk.hotels.com
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Instagrammer Genie Austin’s shots of northern Morocco capture its exotic allure as well as everyday life
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Regularly part of the Tour de France route, this 1,474-metre Pyrenean pass is also bird of prey central in summer and autumn
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Ditching the usual tourist suspects, our reporter takes us on a tour of his favourite clubs, bars, venues and restaurants around London
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Skipping the temples and the backpacker hub of the Khao San Road, our writer focuses on the food, drink and arts scenes in the city’s vibrant neighbourhoods
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Prepare to party, incognito. A customer is fitted for their outfit at Ca’ del Sol workshop in Venice. The city’s carnival runs until 28 February
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The one thing missing from this stretch of Yorkshire coast has been a good place to stay. This refurbished pub has rectified that, and is a boon for walkers
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A stylish, supremely comfortable B&B with big breakfasts – Eden Valley walkers couldn’t ask for a better place to relax
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It’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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This 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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Sign uptheflyerWeekly travel inspiration emailed direct to youOff-piste attractions, budget breaks, top 10s and more, all emailed direct to you.
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Our series of city guides for families heads to the Sussex coast for seaside attractions and playgrounds galore – plus plenty of museums in case of wet weather
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Wizards, kings and castle ruins combine with beach, caves and rock pools to make a magical day out – even in February
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Waterparks, 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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London offers a dazzling parade of attractions and treats for children – but it can empty your pockets faster than Fagin. Here are tips for making the most of the city on a budget
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The 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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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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From skyline views and canal adventures to a sobering medical museum, a snake farm and fantastic street food, the frenetic Thai capital is packed with delights
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Little-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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With 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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Taken any great travel shots? Then enter our travel photography competition – for a chance to win a 16-night wildlife holiday for two to Costa Rica with Exodus Travels
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Northern Sweden and the frozen Baltic provide a stunning setting for a yoga retreat that delivers as many thrills as it does chills
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Winter in the Cairngorms national park can turn positively Arctic – perfect for Kari Herbert to give her small daughter a taste of the polar conditions, and creatures, she enjoyed as a child in Greenland
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The National Parks Dark Skies Festival (18-26 February) is an ideal opportunity to try stargazing in some of the UK’s wildest areas. But here, we’ve also selected stellar sites that are good throughout the year
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