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Lonely PlanetSep 22, 2026

Why You'll Love the History and Charm of Šibenik, Croatia

Find history, culture and charm in Croatia

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Atlas ObscuraSep 2

The Rabbit Hole, Rue Jankowski in Le Mans, France

Rue Jankowski is a dead end in Le Mans' Saint-Nicolas district, the kind of narrow passage you'd normally walk past without a second look. Then you turn the corner and the wall seems to fall away into a glowing, striped tunnel, arcing across the buildings around it as though the street itself had been punched open. The piece is called Rabbit Hole, painted in May and June 2022 by the Parisian st…

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  • Rabbit HolePublic artworkStreet art fresco painted by Seth in 2022
  • SethPlaceParisian street artist who painted Rabbit Hole
  • Plein ChampFestivalUrban art festival in Le Mans
  • Street Art CitiesPlaceApp and community that catalogues murals worldwide
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Lonely PlanetSep 2

The 8 Best Places to Visit in Sardinia

From glorious island beaches to rugged hikes to intriguing cultural sites and traditions, these places represent the best Sardinia has to offer.

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  • Su Nuraxi di BaruminiSightBarumini, ItalyLa Fondazione Barumini è un luogo vivo, che ospita mostre, convegni, laboratori ed eventi di livello nazionale e…
  • CapreraSightLa Maddalena, ItalyIn the area of La Maddalena island in the Strait of Bonifacio, it is a tourist destination and the place to which…
  • Golfo di OroseiSightOrosei, ItalyDramatic coastal destination with limestone escarpments and sea caves.
  • Cala GononeSightDorgali, ItalyHoliday resort for boat tours of the gulf.
  • Cala MarioluSightOrosei, ItalyBeach accessible only by boat or on foot.
  • Selvaggio BluTrailBaunei, ItalyMultiday route up cliff faces into seaside landscapes.
  • Arco di LupiruSightDorgali, ItalyMassive natural stone arch on coastal hike.
  • CampanileSightAlghero, ItalyNext to cathedral, climb for panoramic views of historic center.
  • Riviera del CoralloAirportAlghero, ItalyIt is so called because of the great importance of the red coral that is fished in its waters and worked to make…
  • MaddalenaSightLa Maddalena, ItalyLargest island in the archipelago, national park.
  • Via XX SettembreNeighborhoodLa Maddalena, ItalyPedestrianized street in La Maddalena's historic center.
  • Compendio GaribaldinoSightLa Maddalena, ItalyFormer estate of Giuseppe Garibaldi on Caprera.
  • BarbagiaParkNuoro, ItalyRugged hill country with ancient traditions and festivals.
  • Festa di Sant’Antonio AbateFestivalMamoiada, ItalyMid-January festival with bonfires and masked parades.
  • Museo delle Maschere MediterraneeMuseumMamoiada, ItalyDisplays masks, costumes, and video footage.
  • Corso RepubblicaNeighborhoodOrgosolo, ItalyStreet in Orgosolo with vivid street murals.
  • Autunno in BarbagiaFestivalNuoro, ItalyFestival from September to December showcasing traditions.
  • SupramonteTrailDorgali, ItalyRugged limestone massif with gorges and walking trails.
  • Cala LunaSightOrosei, Italy
  • Cala SisineSightBaunei, Italy
  • Nuraghe Su NuraxiSightBarumini, Italy
  • Due MariSightLa Maddalena, Italy
  • Spiaggia del RelittoSightLa Maddalena, Italy
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Lonely PlanetSep 2

The 17 Best Things to Do in Birmingham, England

From seeing street art to tasting fiery curry to strolling atmospheric canals.

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  • Gas Street BasinSightBirmingham, United KingdomStroll its canal past Brindley Place.
  • Brindley PlaceSightBirmingham, United KingdomLively waterside bars, bistros, and restaurants.
  • DigbethSuburbBirmingham, United KingdomSeek its vivid street art and graffiti.
  • Balti TriangleNeighborhoodBirmingham, United KingdomSpiritual home of the balti dish.
  • Black Country Living MuseumTheme parkDudley, United KingdomCanal-side sets for Peaky Blinders fans.
  • Custard FactorySightBirmingham, United KingdomRough-and-ready streets for street art.
  • BanksySightBirmingham, United KingdomFestive work above a bench near Vyse St station.
  • Grand HotelHotelBirmingham, United KingdomOpulent Victorian hotel, reopened in 2021.
  • St Philip's CathedralSightBirmingham, United KingdomImpressive views from the Grand Hotel.
  • University of BirminghamSightBirmingham, United KingdomElegant grounds and the Barber Institute of Fine Arts.
  • Barber Institute of Fine ArtsMuseumBirmingham, United KingdomUnderrated art institute on university grounds.
  • Birmingham Back to BacksSightBirmingham, United KingdomLast remaining 19th-century attached, terraced houses.
  • Library of BirminghamMuseumBirmingham, United KingdomOffers panoramic outdoor views from its Secret Garden.
  • Hare & HoundsPubBirmingham, United KingdomVictorian pub, site of UB40's first gig.
  • Sunflower LoungePubBirmingham, United KingdomCity center venue for intimate gigs.
  • The FlapperPubBirmingham, United KingdomCanal-side rock pub with beer garden and venue.
  • Utilita ArenaBarBirmingham, United KingdomVenue for big-name acts at Brindleyplace.
  • 02 InstituteSightBirmingham, United KingdomHistoric Digbeth venue, formerly a church.
  • Lickey Hills Country ParkParkBirmingham, United KingdomOffers panoramic views and charming woodland trails.
  • Stirchley Beer MileTrailBirmingham, United KingdomCraft-beer haven with pubs and taprooms.
  • Attic Brew CoPubBirmingham, United KingdomVibrant taproom on the Stirchley Beer Mile.
  • Birmingham Brewing CompanyRestaurantBirmingham, United KingdomTaproom on the Stirchley Beer Mile.
  • Birmingham Museum & Art GalleryMuseumBirmingham, United KingdomHome to world's largest Pre-Raphaelite collection.
  • St Phillip's CathedralSightBirmingham, United KingdomFeatures Pre-Raphaelite stained-glass windows.
  • Jewellery QuarterSuburbBirmingham, United KingdomProduces 40% of the UK's jewelry output.
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Atlas ObscuraSep 2

The Fire Captain's Stone in Helsinki, Finland

In the courtyard of central Helsinki's oldest surviving wooden house, a rough-hewn cube of reddish granite sits low in the gravel, flat-topped enough to double as a seat. For decades it was the favorite perch of Alexander Wickholm, the fire captain ( ruiskumestari , literally "hose master"), who liked to smoke his pipe there while keeping an eye on the yard. Wickholm died in 1896. Nearly three…

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Atlas ObscuraSep 2

Prehistoric Crocodile Footprint in Kildonan, Scotland

The Chirotherium, a 12-foot-long crocodile-like reptile, left trails of footprints in four different locations on the Isle of Arran, Scotland, where it lived around 270 million years ago. Some of these footprints measure up to 40 centimetres long and feature large talons, making them the largest Chirotherium prints ever discovered on Earth. At the time, Arran was part of the supercontinent Pang…

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Lonely PlanetSep 2

15 Most Beautiful Places to Visit in Europe

Europe is as gorgeous as it is varied. Here are the most beautiful spots around Europe to add to your itinerary.

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  • The AzoresSightPonta Delgada, Portugalnine volcanic islands, stepping stones to another world
  • Swiss National ParkSightZernez, Switzerlandoffers glimpse of Alps as they were before tourism
  • Lakes of MacunSightZernez, Switzerlandreached via 21km day hike from Zernez
  • Chamanna CluozzaHotelZernez, Switzerlandremote log cabin at 1882m, requires 3.5-hour hike
  • FicograndeSightStromboli, Italyblack-sand volcanic beach
  • MagmatrekPlaceStromboli, Italyreputable guide for climbing volcano's smoking crater
  • Ring of KerryTrailCounty Kerry, Ireland179km loop drive on Iveragh Peninsula
  • Skellig RingTrailCounty Kerry, Irelanddramatic drive with views of Skellig Michael
  • Skellig MichaelSightCounty Kerry, Irelandtwin-pinnacled islet with early Christian monk settlement
  • Ballinskelligs PriorySightCounty Kerry, Irelandromantic medieval ruins
  • Kells BayGardenCounty Kerry, Irelandconverted Victorian hunting lodge in botanical gardens
  • Caldeira VelhaSightSão Miguel, Portugaldazzlingly turquoise thermal waters on São Miguel
  • Mt PicoSightPico Island, Portugal2351m cone offers sensational views across archipelago
  • Hohe Tauern National ParkSightBruck, Austrianature reserve with Austria's highest peak, Grossglockner
  • Krimmler WasserfälleSightHeiligenblut, Austriacountry's highest falls at 380m
  • Grossglockner High Alpine RoadTrailBruck, Austria48km road with 36 hairpin bends, unreal views
  • Black ForestNeighborhoodBaden-Baden, Germanyarea of Germany with deep forests and valleys
  • SchwarzwaldhochstrasseTrailFreudenstadt, Germanyroad through 1000-sq-km Black Forest National Park
  • Black Forest National ParkSightRuhestein, Germany1000-sq-km expanse of woodland
  • MummelseeSightRuhestein, Germanyglacial lake
  • HornisgrindeSightRuhestein, Germany1164m peak for views across forested heights
  • Lofoten IslandsNeighborhoodMoskenesøya, Norwayislands with mountains rising above the sea
  • HermannsdalstindenTrailSørvåg, Norway1029m peak for elemental views over peaks and waters
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Lonely PlanetSep 2

A guide to touring Auschwitz-Birkenau in Poland

Get more from touring the moving and educational memorial and museum at Auschwitz-Birkenau with this guide.

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AfarSep 2

This Restored Burgundy Château Puts Guests in the Middle of a Working Wine Estate

Château la Commaraine in Pommard, Burgundy, brings full-service luxury to a centuries-old wine estate without losing sight of the winemaking traditions that define the region.

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The GuardianSep 2

Whisky galore – and now plenty more besides: exploring the Scottish island of Islay

Distilleries are the backbone of Islay’s economy and tourist trade. Thanks to their success, other businesses – from breweries and farms to restaurants and chocolatiers – are now thriving and adding to the island’s appeal The Paps of Jura disappear into the mist as I pedal along the shores of Loch Indaal, and the rain cloud I’ve been racing finally catches up. I stash my hire bike at Port Charl…

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  • Port Charlotte youth hostelHostelPort Charlotte, United Kingdomdorm beds from £28, private rooms from £78
  • Lochindaal Seafood KitchenRestaurantPort Charlotte, United Kingdomserves creamy fish chowder and seafood plates
  • BruichladdichPlaceIslay, United Kingdomdistillery encourages local barley growth for whisky
  • Islay AlesPlaceIslay, United Kingdombrewery opened a new brewhouse last year
  • Islay CocoaRestaurantIslay, United Kingdommakes chocolates designed to pair with whisky
  • Lochindaal hotelPubPort Charlotte, United Kingdomfamily hospitality business stretches back to late 19th century
  • Port Charlotte hotelHotelPort Charlotte, United Kingdomchef Ajish Johny has been here for four years
  • Octomore FarmPlaceIslay, United Kingdomprovides beef for burgers
  • Ardbeg HouseRestaurantPort Ellen, United Kingdomtransformed into a maximalist extension of the Ardbeg brand
  • Hostelling ScotlandHotelIslay, United Kingdomguest of Hostelling Scotland
  • Bruichladdich DistilleryPlaceIslay, United Kingdomguest of Bruichladdich Distillery
  • Islay E-WheelsPlacePort Ellen, United Kingdomhire bikes from £25 a day
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National GeographicSep 2

These Are the 20 Best New Hotels in the World

From a reimagined 18th-century villa in Malta to a mountain paradise near Yellowstone National Park, these just-opened and reopened hotels are unique, chic, and guaranteed to be worth the journey.

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Condé Nast TravelerSep 1

Asanas at Sea? The Best Places for Yoga Around the World Are Also the Most Unconventional

From a rocky mountainside to the middle of the ocean, explore these singular places to practice your suryanamaskars.

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Atlas ObscuraSep 1

The Birdhouse Tree of Riga in Rīga, Latvia

In Riga’s elegant Esplanāde, one bare tree stands out from the surrounding greenery. Its trunk and branches are crowded with scores of small wooden birdhouses, painted in an assortment of greens, yellows, reds, pinks and natural tones. From below, the collection is so dense that the boxes can initially resemble an unusual lighting installation. Look more closely and the circular entrances revea…

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Condé Nast TravelerSep 1

How We Pulled It Off: A Monastery Wedding With Drag Queens in Sintra, Portugal

Two grooms explain how they found a fado performer, flamenco dancers, and drag queens for their 100-guest celebration in the magical Portuguese town.

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  • Matthew Oliver WeddingsPlaceLondon, United KingdomLondon-based firm specializing in European destination celebrations.
  • Penha Longa ResortHotelSintra, PortugalResort in Sintra with contemporary conveniences and event spaces.
  • Casa Dos PenedosSightSintra, PortugalCharming pink mansion used for welcome dinner.
  • Nuncio GardensSightSintra, Portugal16th-century garden near monastery with ivy-covered walls.
  • Sala Dos ArcosSightSintra, PortugalDramatic space with a ceiling comprised entirely of archways.
  • Salão NobreSightSintra, PortugalSoaring salon with wall-to-wall carvings and carved-wood fireplace.
  • Atelier DecorellePlaceSintra, PortugalFlorist for the wedding.
  • Rental Co.PlaceSintra, PortugalOur shared passion for fine props and furniture, exclusive pieces and décor, gold standard organization and execution,…
  • Rueda FlamencaPlaceSintra, PortugalFlamenco dancers who performed.
  • Manel FerreiraPlaceSintra, PortugalMusician who performed fado.
  • Pride TalentPlaceSintra, PortugalPride Talent offers premium entertainment for gay weddings, same-sex marriages and LGBTQ+ events in the UK.
  • Your JukeboxPlaceSintra, PortugalDJ for the dancing portion of the evening.
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Atlas ObscuraSep 1

Must-Try Spots For Noodle Lovers

Humans have been slurping and savoring noodles for centuries, with the first recorded noodle dish recorded during China’s Eastern Han period (25–220 CE). In fact, noodles would go on to become inextricable from ancient Chinese culture, with a wheat-based version emerging as a staple of the Han dynasty. Centuries later, noodle-making would hit Europe, transforming the cuisines of Italy during th…

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  • Hrimnir RamenRestaurantOslo, NorwayEatery with Norwegian spin on Japanese ramen
  • Ms. Minh'sRestaurantHanoi, VietnamHome chef serving traditional northern-style phở
  • Inari Soba ManseiRestaurantTokyo, JapanSoba shop dating back to the early 1600s
  • Pekin Noodle ParlorRestaurantButte, United StatesOldest continuously-operating Chinese restaurant in the U.S.
  • Mie Lethek GarudaRestaurantSrandakan, IndonesiaFactory making mie lethek noodles with cow-powered mortar
  • Pure Love Diner BarRestaurantTaipei, Taiwan80s-themed diner with karaoke, homage to Taipei karaoke bars
  • Festa des VermarFestivalBinissalem, SpainAnnual festival with wine, noodles, and slow-cooked meats
  • Bamonte'sRestaurantBrooklyn, United StatesBrooklyn's oldest Italian restaurant, once a mafia meeting spot
  • Khanom Jeen Pa MaiRestaurantPhuket Town, ThailandUnassuming eatery serving customizable khanom jeen noodles
  • Hawker ChanRestaurantSingaporeMichelin-star noodle shop famous for Cantonese-style chicken
  • Lin Heung Tea HouseRestaurantHong KongHong Kong's oldest dim sum spot with trolleys
  • Matsuka Seimen Noodle FactoryRestaurantKurashiki, JapanNoodle factory serving freshly-cooked udon and curry ramen
  • Bún Riêu GánhCaféHo Chi Minh City, VietnamSidewalk vendor serving crab paste noodle soup
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Atlas ObscuraSep 1

Waldkunstpfad in Darmstadt, Germany

Hidden in the forest on the southern edge of Darmstadt, the Waldkunstpfad turns an ordinary woodland walk into something considerably more surreal. Along the trails, artworks emerge between the trees, lean against trunks, occupy clearings, or use the forest itself as part of the installation. Instead of entering a gallery, visitors simply follow the path and wait to see what the woods have deci…

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Lonely PlanetSep 1

12 Months of Offseason Travel: Where to Go in Each Month of the Year

Discover 12 destinations to enjoy in the offseason, one for every month of the year, for fewer crowds, better value and more authentic travel.

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  • Riverside MuseumMuseumGlasgow, United KingdomIt forms part of the Glasgow Harbour regeneration project.
  • Wrigley FieldSightChicago, United Statesbaseball game at the very end of March
  • Torres del Paine National ParkSightPuerto Natales, Chileeasier to book accommodations in early fall
  • Willis TowerSightChicago, United Statesviews from the tower
  • Kelvingrove Art Gallery and MuseumMuseumGlasgow, United KingdomIt is located in Kelvingrove Park in the West End of the city.
  • Bunk'ArtMuseumTirana, Albaniatwo underground bunkers turned galleries
  • Sheshi SkënderbejSightTirana, Albaniacity's top attractions are centered around this square
  • Mt DajtiSightTirana, Albaniapeak is accessible via a scenic 15-minute cable car
  • Dajti ExpressPlaceTirana, Albaniascenic 15-minute cable car to Mt Dajti peak
  • Mt Dajti National ParkSightTirana, Albaniaroad to the park is not smooth
  • Union Oyster HouseRestaurantBoston, United Statescoveted restaurant for old Boston charm
  • Hotel NizaHotelSan Sebastián, Spainwaterfront accommodations with dropped room rates in winter
  • Día de San SebastiánFestivalSan Sebastián, Spainvibrant street celebrations on January 20
  • St John's Co-CathedralPlace of worshipValletta, Maltasee a painting of John the Baptist by Caravaggio
  • The PhoeniciaHotelValletta, Maltadancing spot for Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip
  • Stash CaféRestaurantMontreal, Canadahearty meal of Polish pierogi, schnitzel and apple cake
  • Padang PadangSightDenpasar, Indonesialegendary location for good surf on the east coast
  • Chicago RiverSightChicago, United Statesdyed green on St Patrick's Day
  • Monte AlbánSightOaxaca, Mexicoancient site that feels magical at sunset
  • Glasgow CathedralPlace of worshipGlasgow, United KingdomIt was the cathedral church of the Archbishop of Glasgow, and the mother church of the Archdiocese of Glasgow and the…
  • The Clydeside DistilleryRestaurantGlasgow, United Kingdomwhisky tasting
  • Fort St ElmoSightValletta, Malta
  • National War MuseumMuseumValletta, Malta
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AfarSep 1

Go On Your Own Odyssey on This Epic Tour of Greece

A new Great Courses Journeys led by a classics professor explores ancient Greek myths and history from "The Odyssey." ...

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The GuardianSep 1

A walking tour of Andalucía’s historic white villages: ‘Nightingales serenade us as we wind along lush river valleys’

The famous pueblos blancos in southern Spain’s Sierra de Grazalema natural park teem with wildlife amid a limestone wonderland of peaks ‘The wind is in from Africa / Last night I couldn’t sleep.” Joni Mitchell has ear-wormed her way into my head as my wife and I step out from Zahara de la Sierra into the mountains of Sierra de Grazalema natural park. The Africa bit probably comes from yesterday…

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National GeographicSep 1

This Tour of Flanders Lets You Sleep at Breweries

This region of northern Belgium is overflowing with breweries. Some open their doors for tastings, guided tours and overnight stays.

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  • Belgian Beer WorldMuseumBrussels, BelgiumInteractive museum about the history of beer culture.
  • La BourseSightBrussels, BelgiumNeoclassical building housing Belgian Beer World.
  • Het AnkerHotelMechelen, BelgiumBrewery offering overnight stays in industrial rooms.
  • Great BeguinageNeighborhoodMechelen, BelgiumUnesco-listed medieval neighborhood where independent women lived.
  • Saint Rumbold’s CathedralSightMechelen, BelgiumCathedral with a self-playing carillon.
  • Hop GastrobarRestaurantLeuven, BelgiumModern restaurant with an open kitchen and extensive beer list.
  • Leuven LeisurePlaceLeuven, BelgiumLocal tour operator for bike rentals.
  • KraneveldhoeveHotelHaacht, BelgiumFarmhouse brewery hotel with a tasting room.
  • HopspotRestaurantEvergem, BelgiumMicrobrewery offering stays and brewing workshops.
  • Brouwerij Van SteenbergeBarEvergem, BelgiumBrewery founded in 1784, supporting local farmers.
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Condé Nast TravelerAug 31

19 Cheap Places to Travel: Where Your Dollar Will Take You the Furthest Right Now

These are the countries where your dollar will take you the furthest.

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Atlas ObscuraAug 31

Acueducto de La Partida in Madrid, Spain

Madrid may have its famous fountains and grand boulevards, but hidden in the Casa de Campo is a rather more unexpected piece of engineering: a small 18th-century aqueduct. Built in 1778, the Acueducto de La Partida carried water from the park’s lake to the Huerta de la Partida, helping to irrigate the royal gardens and orchards. Its designer was Francisco Sabatini, the royal architect responsib…

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Atlas ObscuraAug 31

Bunker Tombé in Sainte-Marguerite-sur-Mer, France

The Bunker in Sainte Marguerite sur Mer is a massive WWII German blockhaus that originally sat atop the coastal cliffs before decades of erosion caused it to plunge onto the beach below, landing almost perfectly vertically in the sand. Today, it stands as a surreal, monolithic attraction that gained modern fame after street artist JR and filmmaker Agnès Varda featured it in their 2016 documenta…

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  • Bunker TombéSightWWII German blockhaus that plunged onto the beach
  • JRPlacestreet artist featured bunker in documentary
  • Agnès VardaPlacefilmmaker featured bunker in documentary
  • Faces PlacesPlace2016 documentary featuring the bunker
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Condé Nast TravelerAug 31

My Favorite Airbnb: A Dreamy 500-Year-Old Manor Home in the UK's Lake District

Just three hours from London by train, this historic property feels straight out of a Jane Austen novel.

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  • Big BenSightLondon, United KingdomFoundry crafted the clock tower at Eden Hall
  • Eden HallHotelPenrith, United KingdomMain house on a 1,500-acre estate in the Eden Valley
  • Edenhall EstatePlacePenrith, United KingdomPrivately owned woodland with self-catered homes
  • SteinwayPlacePenrith, United KingdomAntique piano in the main house
  • ElliotPlacePenrith, United KingdomPrivate chef for the estate
  • River EdenSightPenrith, United Kingdom
  • saunaSightPenrith, United Kingdom
  • hedge-wrapped hot tubSightPenrith, United Kingdom
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Lonely PlanetAug 31

12 Things to Know Before Traveling to Turin, Italy

Travel to Turin, Italy like a complete pro with these tips on where to stay, what to see, Italian café culture, aperitivo and more.

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The GuardianAug 31

My search for the perfect Polish dumplings in Gdańsk

Pierogi are a religion in Poland, but I’d never been a believer. Could a recce in the charming Baltic city convert me? I used to live in Poland. I worked in a fish-and-chip shop in the western city of Poznań , boning cod and peeling potatoes for £1.50 an hour. With the exception of that job, I enjoyed everything about my time in the country, not least the food. I liked the chicken broth with no…

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  • Gdański BowkeRestaurantGdańsk, PolandMixed plate of classics, shallow fried with sour cream and bacon.
  • PanoramaRestaurantGdańsk, PolandDumplings with raspberry reduction and white Belgian chocolate.
  • ManduRestaurantGdańsk, PolandBaked half-dozen dumplings filled with beef, cheese, red onion.
  • Stary MłynRestaurantGdańsk, PolandMixed plate of nine iterations of Poland's comfort food.
  • Oberża 86RestaurantGdynia, PolandStarter of three dumplings filled with broad beans and shallot sauce.
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National GeographicAug 31

We Took Our Kid to the Ends of the Earth. Here’s What It Taught Us.

A travel writer who’s taken her son everywhere, from a Zambian safari at age four to Antarctica at seven, shares the lessons that actually hold up.

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National GeographicAug 31

The Best Hotels in Majorca, From Rural Escapes to City Hideaways

From 17th-century mansions in Palma to former farmhouses in the rural interior, these are the best places to stay on Spain’s largest island.

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  • Can FerreretaHotelSantanyi, SpainBienvenido a nuestro resort 5 estrellas situado en el centro histórico de Santanyí, en el sureste de…
  • Finca SerenaHotelMontuïri, SpainRural escape with Puig de Randa mountain views
  • JacarandaRestaurantMontuïri, SpainZero-mile menu and finca vineyards under twinkling lights
  • Bikini Island & Mountain Hotel Es TrencHotelEs Trenc, Spain1960s-inspired interiors, Club Tropicana-esque pool and beach
  • NeniRestaurantEs Trenc, SpainServes Levantine food beside the ocean
  • Ca’s Xorc — a country hideaway & restaurantHotelSóller, SpainRustic yet elegant finca with Sóller Valley sea views
  • Brondo Architect HotelHotelPalma, SpainStripped-back industrial style in 17th-century buildings
  • El BandarraRestaurantPalma, SpainSpecialises in 'miniature cuisine' like pintxos and tapas
  • Can CeraHotelPalma, Spain17th-century mansion in Palma's old town
  • Can Ribera by ZafiroHotelMuro, Spain19th-century former family home with rooftop pool
  • Es Racó d’ArtaHotelArtà, SpainMinimalist country pad powered by geothermal and solar energy
  • Ruta de Pedra en SecTrailSóller, Spain84-mile hiking trail accessible from Ca's Xorc driveway
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The GuardianAug 30

Tuscany’s treasured islands: five to explore

Want to avoid the crowds in Florence and Siena? Escape to these islands, from lively Elba to tiny, car-free Giannutri Scattered between the Tuscan coast and Corsica, the seven islands of the Tuscan archipelago offer a striking contrast to mainland Tuscany. All are part of a protected national park, but each has its own character – some are lively, others tiny and sparsely inhabited. Montecristo…

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  • Palazzina dei MuliniSightPortoferraio, ItalyNapoleon's exile in 1814
  • Monte CapanneSightElba, ItalyMountain overlooking beaches
  • Marina di CampoAirportElba, ItalySouth coast favorite for watersports
  • ProcchioHotelElba, ItalyAt the time of the 2011 census its population was 441.
  • Grande Traversata ElbanaTrailElba, Italy36-mile crossing from Cavo to Pomonte or Patresi
  • Ristorante da GianniRestaurantPortoferraio, ItalyServes handmade pasta, seafood, traditional cuisine
  • Da PieroRestaurantMarina di Campo, ItalySeafood-focused dishes right on the beach
  • Hotel MontemerloHotelFetovaia, ItalyEco-conscious stay among olive groves
  • Hotel Punto VerdeHotelMarina di Campo, ItalyCharming family-run hotel near the beach
  • Hotel Gallo NeroHotelElba, ItalyFamily-run hotel overlooking Capo Sant’Andrea Bay
  • IndarsenaHotelPortoferraio, ItalyIn historic center, 10 minutes walk to beaches
  • ToremarPlaceElba, ItalyWith Toremar you can book ferries to Elba, Giglio and the other Tuscan islands online.
  • MobyPlaceElba, ItalyChoose Moby ferries for your trip to Elba Island.
  • Blu NavyPlaceElba, ItalyFerry Tickets to the Island of Elba with Blu Navy Ferries!
  • Giglio PortoNeighborhoodGiglio, ItalyAs of 2021, its population amounted to 750.
  • Giglio CastelloNeighborhoodGiglio, ItalyFortified hilltop village for aperitivo and strolls
  • CampeseSightGiglio, ItalyLargest beach with reddish-gold sand
  • Torre del CampeseSightGiglio, Italy16th-century tower overlooking Campese beach
  • SansoneSightPortoferraio, Italy
  • Capo BiancoSightPortoferraio, Italy
  • FetovaiaSightElba, Italy
  • CavoliSightElba, Italy
  • LaconaSightElba, Italy
  • CannelleSightGiglio, Italy
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BBC TravelAug 29

The museum charting how humans understand the world

Beautiful, surreal and eerily empty, Vienna's Globe Museum the only public museum on Earth dedicated to globes, and it – quite literally – tells the story of our world.

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The GuardianAug 29

A slow travel success story in Slovenia’s secret valley

Tourism is only just taking hold in Vipava, but the locals are determined to do it right, by putting community first and preserving what makes it special The drive to Pedrovo is vertiginous, and each hairpin bend has me sending a silent prayer that we won’t meet a tractor coming the other way. When we near it, we abandon the car and continue on foot to the hamlet, a scattering of red-roofed, wh…

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National GeographicAug 29

Explore Austria’s Legendary Arlberg Ski Region

Home to the resorts Lech and St Anton, this renowned ski area combines a pioneering ski heritage with plenty of adventures on and off the pistes.

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  • OberlechNeighborhoodLech, AustriaPerched above Lech, accessible by cable-car.
  • RüfikopfSightLech, AustriaMountain rising above the village, accessible by cable-car.
  • Ski ArlbergTrailLech, AustriaAustria's largest interconnected ski area with 305km of runs.
  • St AntonNeighborhoodSt. Anton am Arlberg, AustriaResort known for legendary apres-ski bar MooserWirt.
  • MooserWirtPubSt. Anton am Arlberg, AustriaLegendary apres-ski bar where people dance on tables.
  • White RingTrailLech, AustriaA 22km ski circuit linking Lech, Zürs, Zug and Oberlech.
  • MoonbikesPlaceWarth, AustriaElectric snowbikes with battery-powered caterpillar tracks.
  • Warth-SchröckenNeighborhoodWarth, AustriaOne of Austria's snowiest resorts, receiving 11 metres of snow annually.
  • ZugerbergbahnSightLech, AustriaGondola in Lech with catered cabins.
  • BalmalpRestaurantLech, AustriaMountain restaurant serving champagne and pizza.
  • Hotel MontanaHotelLech, AustriaHotel providing a base with underground tunnel access.
  • Lech museumMuseumLech, AustriaMuseum hosting an exhibition on the development of skiing.
  • Hannes Strolz's SkibootiquePlaceLech, Austria
  • Griggeler StubaRestaurantLech, Austria
  • Burg Vital ResortHotelLech, Austria
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Lonely PlanetAug 28

The Best Christmas Markets in Europe

Get planning your festive season with this guide to this year

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  • Grand-PlaceMarketBrussels, Belgiumstrikingly lit square with a fabulous tree
  • Schloss HellbrunnAttractionSalzburg, Austriamarket with carollers, handicraft stalls, and Christmas train
  • SenaatintoriNeighborhoodHelsinki, Finlandmarket on elegant 19th-century square
  • StriezelmarktMarketDresden, Germanyhas enraptured folk since 1434
  • Nuremberg's marketMarketNuremberg, Germanytwo million visit
  • Innsbruck's medieval old town marketsMarketInnsbruck, Austriafolk bands play and chalets sell decorations
  • Hellbrunn's baroque palaceSightSalzburg, Austriapairs Christmas markets with northern lights
  • Ravenna GorgeSightSchluchsee, GermanyChristmas market in the snowy Black Forest
  • RathausSightVienna, Austriamarket in front of the neo-Gothic building
  • SpittelbergQuarterVienna, Austriaromantic market in narrow Biedermeier lanes
  • Schloss SchönbrunnSightVienna, Austriamarket on the grounds with a magnificent tree
  • Golden RoofAttractionInnsbruck, Austriahuge tree glitters in front of it
  • MarktplatzNeighborhoodInnsbruck, Austriatraditional fairground rides and puppet shows
  • KiebachgasseNeighborhoodInnsbruck, Austriafairytale-themed street
  • Maria-Theresien-StrasseNeighborhoodInnsbruck, Austriamarket stalls and trees packed with twinkling lights
  • Hellbrunn Advent MagicMarketSalzburg, Austriaheld at Salzburg's Schloss Hellbrunn
  • Place de BrouckèreNeighborhoodBrussels, Belgiumice and curling rinks and a merry-go-round
  • Pl Sainte-CatherineNeighborhoodBrussels, Belgiummarket spreads out here for shopping
  • Zagreb’sMarketZagreb, Croatiaright up there with Europe’s finest
  • FuliranjeMarketZagreb, Croatiamarket for carols, concerts, crafts and DJs
  • Ban Jelačić SqNeighborhoodZagreb, Croatiasnack on hot chestnuts and licitars
  • Winchester’s Christmas marketMarketWinchester, United Kingdomin the cathedral’s historic grounds
  • Raekoja platsNeighborhoodTallinn, Estoniaenormous tree towering above quaint wooden chalets
  • AleksanterinkatuNeighborhoodHelsinki, Finlandfestivities kick off with switching on the lights
  • Colmar in AlsaceNeighborhoodColmar, Francegingerbready, half-timbered old town hosts six markets
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Lonely PlanetAug 28

How to Plan an Offseason Trip to Greece

The offseason in Greece trades hot days for quiet trails, uncrowded ancient sites and local festivals. This is why we love it.

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Atlas ObscuraAug 28

Unusual Picnic Places Around the World

There’s nothing quite like a picnic surrounded by friends and family, soaking in the sun, sharing snacks, and enjoying the sounds of nature. Whether you prefer to use one big blanket, sit at a table with benches, or plop right onto the grass, it’s the perfect good-weather get together (and a great excuse to load up on delicious food). With this guide, you’ll find a picnic spot that’s guaranteed…

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  • Old Zoo Picnic AreaSightLos Angeles, United StatesRemnants of the first zoo with picnic tables and grills.
  • Sports CitySightAmman, JordanCrumbling complex with drained pools and empty gymnasiums.
  • Bomi Blue LakeSightTubmanburg, LiberiaAbandoned pit mines filled with spring water, open for swimming.
  • Christy Buchanan’s SHE Garden & GallerySightWinnsboro, United StatesFolk garden with found objects, Love Shack, and bicycle arch.
  • Old Wardour CastleSightTisbury, United KingdomRestored castle estate, favorite for picnics and weddings.
  • Woolshed FallsSightBeechworth, AustraliaReclaimed by nature, with natural showers, baths, and waterslides.
  • Tuzluca Salt MinesSightTuzluca, TurkeyMedieval salt caves with a boardwalk and picnic tables.
  • Gravelly Point ParkParkArlington, United StatesPark with close-up views of aircraft approaching the airport.
  • La PlantaSightSan Agustín Etla, MexicoFormer water-powered electric power plant with sweeping city views.
  • Al Wathba Fossil DunesSightAbu Dhabi, United Arab EmiratesUnique desert landscape shaped by winds and sediment.
  • Tiger CaveAttractionMahabalipuram, IndiaCarved with 11 tiger-esque heads, likely a former portico.
  • Sa StiddiosaSightGadoni, ItalyGentle waterfall translating to 'dripping', with a river for bathing.
  • The Dick Lane VelodromeSightEast Point, United States1/5-mile track with banked turns, a point of civic pride.
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Condé Nast TravelerAug 28

Dive Into These European Airbnbs With Pools, From Italy to Greece

Cool off with a dip in these picturesque waters.

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  • ČelinaNeighborhoodOmiš, CroatiaCoastal haven with a heated infinity pool overlooking the sea.
  • Villers-sur-MerNeighborhoodDeauville, FranceSeaside resort town near Deauville with a grand estate.
  • NormandyPlaceDeauville, FranceRegion with a grand estate featuring a year-round heated pool.
  • AlpsSightGraz, AustriaMountain range near a sanctuary with a heated outdoor pool.
  • StyriaPlaceGraz, AustriaAustrian region with a mountain sanctuary.
  • Costa BlancaPlaceJávea, SpainCoastline a few minutes' drive from a Spanish retreat.
  • Côte d’AzurPlaceTanneron, FranceRegion with expansive views from a retreat in Tanneron.
  • Kathisma BeachSightLefkada, GreeceBeach with restaurants, bars, and shops near a modern villa.
  • MetatoNeighborhoodPisa, ItalySleepy Tuscan village with a farmhouse and plunge pool.
  • CararraSightPisa, ItalyMarble quarries under an hour from a Tuscan farmhouse.
  • PietrasantaSightPisa, ItalyPietrasanta is part of Versilia, on the last foothills of the Apuan Alps, about 32 kilometres (20 mi) north of Pisa.
  • ViareggioSightPisa, ItalyWith a population of over 62,000, it is the second largest city in the province of Lucca, after Lucca.
  • Saint-Victor-la-CosteNeighborhoodUzès, FranceLocation of a 16th-century French château with guest cottages.
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Condé Nast TravelerAug 28

9 Hotels on Working Farms Where You Can Berry Pick, Hang Out With Animals, and Eat Fresh From the Field

Put your clogs on and become one with the land at these farm stays around the world.

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  • ThistlePlaceGardiner, United StatesExcellent spa with treatments using farm ingredients.
  • The NewtAttractionSomerset, United KingdomOffers harvest suppers, cider tastings, and composting workshops.
  • The Botanical RoomsRestaurantSomerset, United KingdomCombines greenhouse brightness with gentleman's club elegance.
  • Southall Farm & InnHotelFranklin, United StatesOffers special farm suppers and Sunday farmers market.
  • BabylonstorenHotelFranschhoek, South AfricaFeatures daily garden tours, wine tastings, and Soetmelksvlei experience.
  • SoetmelksvleiSightFranschhoek, South AfricaInteractive museum exhibit with craftspeople and farm activities.
  • Wildflower Farms, Auberge CollectionHotelGardiner, United StatesOffers take-home harvests, animal feedings, and apiary tours.
  • ClayRestaurantGardiner, United StatesProgressive New American restaurant using farm-supplied ingredients.
  • Rosewood Cape KidnappersHotelTe Awanga, New ZealandOffers bird watching, shepherding experience, and garden workshops.
  • Cape SanctuarySightTe Awanga, New ZealandNew Zealand's largest privately owned 'mainland island' conservation project.
  • São Lourenço do BarrocalHotelAlentejo, PortugalFeatures ethnobotanical walks, wool-to-yarn workshops, olive harvests.
  • Son Vell MenorcaHotelMenorca, SpainOffers farm-to-table dining, organic gardens, and horse rides.
  • El PretextoHotelCayey, Puerto RicoOffers long table dinners, cooking classes, and garden tours.
  • VermejoHotelRaton, United StatesOffers conservation efforts, bison expeditions, and greenhouse tours.
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Lonely PlanetAug 28

16 Things to Know Before Visiting Dubrovnik

In the great walled city, don’t confuse laid-back with anything goes – read up on Dubrovnik’s quirks before you visit.

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