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The former capital is well worth a visit, with buzzing bars, restaurants and museums, plus 20,000 islets to explore
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A tour of towns such as Great Yarmouth and King’s Lynn, where affordable spaces and special light are attracting young artists -
Get quizzical and physical on a treasure hunt around a corner of Britain you didn’t know – there are more than 1,000 fun walks to choose from -
It’s easy to sell glamping with animals to the kids but a more sceptical dad is also won over – particularly by the ‘deep connection’ with other species -
A pilot scheme launched to promote wild camping in two of England’s national parks is charging £20 a night. So, it’s not really wild or really free
Beach on a budget
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Mixing high art with the down-to-earth feel of an ancient port, Genoa is a treasure trove of fine foods and unpretentious bars -
This progressive lakeside town has gone its own way since the hippy years: we showcase its best bars, live music venues and restaurants
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Tour classical sites with locals and discover the guesthouses, restaurants and bars being opened by young entrepreneurs in a city buzzing with creativity
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In central France, the Auvergne’s volcanic landscape offers year-round activity holidays, with peaks to climb, lakes to swim, restored farms to stay in and great value mountain cuisine -
‘Tourist hordes’ is not a phrase you’re likely to hear in Basilicata but given its rich cuisine, stunning national parks, ancient towns and great beaches, it’s hard to fathom why this seductive region remains so quiet -
A haven for surfers and adventurers, ‘a timeless island feel pervades this often-overlooked peninsula’. Writers of the new Wild Guide Wales select the best coves and beaches, places to eat and seasonal campsites
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Eric Etchart’s trip to Costa Rica with Exodus Travels was a prize for winning our travel photography competition. His images document an eye-opening journey
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Taxidermy, tartan walls and modern art give the revamped Fife Arms hotel, in Aberdeenshire, a shot of wild drama -
Not a sausage in sight – well, only veggie ones – at the B&Bs we’ve selected to celebrate the start of National Vegetarian Week -
Budget hotel chain offers flexible working hours to fit in with university study -
A memorable journey on some of France’s famous trains, through stunning countryside, cities, hilltop villages, gorges and along the Med
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From Moomins in Finland to zooming down slides in the Pyrenees, our readers pick thrilling parks across Europe -
This free art gallery and museum celebrates Sheffield steel along with big-name artists, including the work – and cats – of John Ruskin
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Kids’ science questions are answered in fun, interactive ways at an attraction where brains light up, ice forms and the planetarium is a stellar treat -
Tree climbing, ziplining, rafting and hiking, plus many more activities from a flexible menu, make a fun-packed family holiday -
Exploring the pristine rivers running through forested mountains proves a great alternative to the country’s golden coastline for this young family -
Woodland trails, a river straddled by stepping stones and the ruins of a 12th-century priory make this beautiful swathe of countryside a brilliant adventure playground
Readers' tips
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Wildlife can thrive in city centres, as well as in reserves, wild moors and remote islands; you just need to know what to look out for, say our tipsters -
Tell us about favourite family days out in Europe (including the UK) at parks that appeal across the generations -
From lung-busting alpine ascents to a family pootles along the river, we want to hear about your favourite picturesque cycling route on the continent -
These stunning viewpoints put the fun into funiculars and the drama into panorama – and many have art, bars and cafes to enjoy, too
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Snowdon and Ben Nevis are great climbs, so long as you don’t mind the queues on the trails. These walks are just as challenging and scenic but without the crowds -
Growing numbers of travellers are eschewing flights in favour of more sustainable forms of transport – even when their destinations are as far-flung as China -
Begone boozy festivals, these events follow a trend for healthy holidays by adding running and fitness into a mix that also includes live music and DJs
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