5 of the best road trips in Egypt: deserts, mountains and sea

For those driven by nature, landscapes and the open road, Egypt is the perfect country for a road trip. Beyond the inner city traffic of Cairo, the roads take you along winding coastlines and deep into the mountains, so pack the trunk, prep your favorite playlist and get ready for a cross-country adventure. Scout new ways…

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Simple Pleasure in Milan: How to enjoy a night at the opera for less than €15

In our Simple Pleasures series, our writers show you how you can enjoy a fun and easy-going activity in their city without breaking the bank. Here, writer Stephanie Ong shares her secret for a good time in Milan for less than €15. Milan is my adopted home for good reason. I love that it feels like…

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When to visit Chile

Chile basks in an embarrassment of natural riches, from golden beaches to massive glaciers. So whether you're here to visit volcanoes, to wander through ancient forests or simply to take in the country's magical vineyards or fjords, it pays to get your timings right. Here's our guide for when to go to Chile for your…

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Total Trip: what I spent on a (very) affordable trip to Tirana, Albania

I’m a travel and food writer based in London. Long intrigued by all I had heard about up-and-coming Albania, my partner Dan and I booked a four-day weekend in the capital, Tirana. Though I hadn’t done much research on the city, I was aware that the country as a whole was much cheaper than the…

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The best things to do in Chile from volcano climbs to sampling pisco sours

With its puffing volcanoes, pounding surf, sprawling salt flats and glistening glaciers, Chile is the ultimate wonderland for South American adventures. But you don’t need to be a skier, surfer or hiker to find something fun to do here. This long, slender South American nation also has world-class wineries, steamy hot springs and cosmopolitan cities…

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11 things to know before traveling to Benin

Benin may have fewer visitors than its larger West African neighbors but that's no reflection of what it has to offer travelers. This unique country has a fascinating history and culture, with fables of ancient kingdoms, beautiful beaches, incredible wildlife and its status as the birthplace of voodoo. Here's everything you need to know before…

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