The best neighborhoods to base yourself in Denver

Denver is one of the fastest growing cities in the US, a one-time "cow town" turned Rocky Mountain powerhouse. At the core sits LoDo, the city’s oldest neighborhood with historic buildings, boutique shopping and some of Denver’s best hotels. Just west of there is LoHi, a leafy Victorian-era neighborhood and foodie’s haven. South and east…

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San Diego’s 5 best shops

In our 5 Shops series, we’ll point you in the direction of our favorite independent shops across some of the world's best cities. From food markets and bookshops to vintage and homegrown design stores, we’ve found a diverse and exciting mix of local retailers where you can pick up one-of-a-kind pieces. San Diego means sunshine,…

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5 of the best road trips in Norway: drive mountain passes and coastal routes

In Norway, where mountains spring straight from the sea and mossy greens sit starkly against grey, craggy, snow-capped peaks, driving is the best way to get about. Seeing all the land of 50,000 islands has to offer from the cozy cockpit of a car is, quite simply, an otherworldly experience. From island-hopping, bridge-crossing coastal drives to…

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Escape the obvious in France: Swap the Côte d’Azur for the sunkissed Vendée coast in summer

Travel journalist James Marsh is not immune to the charms of France's Côte d'Azur and gets why that may be your first choice for a beach holiday in France - but here's why he thinks you should consider visiting the Vendée region instead.  Ah, the French Riviera. Flanked on one side by the Mediterranean's glittering turquoise…

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Do I need a visa to go to St Lucia?

St Lucia is the ultimate island getaway for adventurers, lovers, or anyone who just wants to spend their days relaxing on multiple tranquil beaches. Luckily, getting to this Caribbean island is relatively hassle-free, even if you do need a visa. Here’s a guide to St Lucia’s entry requirements with details on how to apply for…

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The 8 best day trips from Berlin

Berlin is surrounded by the forest-filled, lake-spotted state of Brandenburg, which offers year-round respite from the streets of the capital. Forest walks, cycling routes, dips in the lake, historic sites and much more are all within easy reach, sometimes still within the city’s boundaries. Just know that you’re unlikely to be exploring alone – Berliners themselves…

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