San Francisco with kids

The mild-weathered City by the Bay is a compact place, ranked number seven in the US for parks, with tasty food for even the most finicky eaters and with a commitment to accessibility. San Francisco is an easy and exciting place for families to visit for many reasons – plenty of green space, tons of…

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The 15 best things to do in Seattle: unmissable experiences

While the rain does fall often in Seattle, it brings with it the lush beauty and life that the city thrives on to make it such a special place. Amongst that beauty and life is a throng of diverse and unique things to do. From experiencing the historical music scene that brought legends like Nirvana…

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Choose the best time for your trip to Prague

Prague is arguably Europe’s prettiest capital. Travelers come in droves to stroll the cobblestones and admire the many historic buildings whose architectural styles stretch back some eight centuries. The view to Prague Castle from statue-lined Charles Bridge is breathtaking. The narrow alleyways of the Old Town spill out onto the grand Old Town Square, where…

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The best things to do in Prague with kids (beyond the main sights)

From fairytale castles to parks along the Vltava River, Prague has a host of family-friendly activities to enjoy. Yes your kids will be dazzled by all of the medieval buildings in Prague's Old Town, particularly the Astronomical Clock, but there's plenty more in Prague to inspire and educate your little ones. Whether you're traveling with…

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Where locals go on vacation: France

“Where locals go” is our new series featuring under-the-radar holiday destinations that are often overlooked by visitors but cherished by locals. In this edition, our France experts showcase their favorite holiday spots at home. We asked three of our correspondents in France for their favorite summer-vacation destinations that are off the typical international tourist trail.…

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The best of Puglia in southern Italy: what to see and do

Puglia is a kaleidoscope of territories, ecosystems, and rhythms of life, hard for a single word to encompass. Some older Italians refer to the southern Italian region of Puglia as Le Puglie, meaning “many Puglia”, and while today there is no such thing as Le Puglie, when you visit you'll realize why people still call…

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15 things to know about trekking to Everest Base Camp

Top of many people's travel bucket lists, the trek to Everest Base Camp is often the first thing people think about when they start dreaming of a trip to Nepal.  The walk takes trekkers past Sherpa villages and Tibetan-style monasteries, right up into the heart of the high Himalaya, into a breathtaking world (literally) of…

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16 things to know before you go to Spain: packing, etiquette and safety tips

Spain has been home for the past 16 years, ever since I moved to its capital Madrid in my early thirties. From day one, it was easy to be charmed by this warm and inviting country. It ticks a lot of  boxes in terms of what you’re looking for in a European destination – great…

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