With clean air, vast green spaces and more saunas than cars, Finns have plenty of reasons to be cheerfulAccording to the World Happiness Report, the…
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Christmas on tap: six of the best UK pubs for the festive season
Santa is coming and these pubs are going to town with their tinsel and fairy lights, as well as hosting special drinks and events over…
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My Christmas pilgrimage to Mark Rothko’s Latvia
I took the scenic route to Daugavpils, birthplace of the abstract artist – a world of breathtaking colour, kindness and coldIt’s a funny time of…
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Tell us about your favourite wonder of the world
Share a tip on a peerless architectural or sculptural creation, ancient or modern – the best tip wins £200 towards a Coolstays breakThe Seven Wonders…
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Cask ales, a fire and walks from the door: readers’ favourite winter pubs
From Cornwall to southern Scotland our tipsters celebrate the joys of a cosy inn on a cold winter’s dayThe Ship Inn in Porthleven is perfect…
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10 places to see in the winter solstice in the UK and Ireland (that aren’t Stonehenge)
The longest night/shortest day is celebrated at the famous prehistoric site, but there are many other atmospheric locations to welcome the returning of the light…
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Six lines, six walks: we explore London’s Overground reboot on foot
The capital’s Overground routes have been rebranded to reflect the distinct flavours of neighbourhoods they cross – as these station to station strolls revealIn a…
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‘I was not ready for this jaw-dropping place’: readers’ favourite travel discoveries of 2024
From the wild wonders of a national park in Ireland to a perfect pastry in a Portuguese surfing town, our tipsters revel in surprises on…
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Winter Skye: the snow, wind and rain made our trip to Scotland a euphoric experience
Winter on the Scottish isle is a thrill for our writer, a reminder that the ‘bad’ elements can be as exhilarating and restorative as sunshineIt…
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Going solo: top European resorts for single skiers
From stunning scenery to great food and après-ski fun, here’s how to make the most of your time aloneHolidays for all budgets and levels of…
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