Santé! That’s the quickest way to say cheers in French. But French drinking toasts are more complex than that. Get it wrong and you face seven years of bad sex luck, according to tradition.
Here’s an inside guide to toasting your French friends
From the shadows of the oldest chocolatería in Madrid to the bright lights at night, we bring you the best churros in Spain’s capital. Out of a sense of duty, obviously.
Enjoy this handpicked collection of unusual things to do in Menorca: a fascinating Balearic island.
Sometimes, less is more. Here is our collection of the best short travel quotes in the world.
Enjoy our inside guide to Norway’s second largest city.
The hills are alive with the sound of cheese! The Kasestrasse translates to cheese road but it’s actually a vast trail of tradition, culture and innovation. A great route for foodies and off the beaten track experience in West Austria.
Kalamata, you beauty, you. You’re not all about the olives. But they are some of the world’s best. With the towering green Taygetos mountain range, long seafront expanse and atmospheric old streets, it’s a wonder more people don’t know about you
Welcome to the secret little spot of Comacchio in Italy and this inside guide that will show you history, gorgeous buildings and something of a surprise.
Dazzling rather than drab and steeped in salacious history, the mosaics in Ravenna are some of the best mosaics in the world.
Thailand just may have one of the best cuisines in the world. But with so many flavours on offer, what is actually Thailand ‘s national dish?
Ah, beautiful Graz. A city that’s worth falling in love with for so many reasons, but it’s the Graz restaurants that will have you falling hard and fast.
A place where every dive tells a unique story of adventure and conservation.
If you only have one day in Berlin, it’s best to make the most of it. With a world of history that shook the world, an explosion of creativity and arguably the best sausages you’ll ever find, it’s time to narrow things down. Here’s how to build your 24 hours in Berlin itinerary.
Enjoy the secret side of Thailand with this guide to the best things to do in Nan.
Here’s a complete guide to the best zika-free babymoon destinations so that you can relax and enjoy your trip.
Lech Zürs am Arlberg is a small place that attracts big names to its ski slopes. The Jordanian Royal Family. Formerly, Princess Diana. But summer in Lech is often overlooked. New flavours, traditional herb walks and innovative art installations spice up these hiking routes in Austria. Locals call it “the door to pure nature.”
Enjoy our inside guide to the charming city of Chiavenna in northern Italy.
If you’re wondering whether Sarasota is worth visiting then wonder no more. Give this city pride of place on your Florida bucket list as one of the jewels of the state.
Searching for the best swamp tours in New Orleans? You’ve come to the right place! As a travel writer, I’ve reviewed plenty, so here are my top tips.
Is there a real life Pride Rock? You bet there is. Head on safari in Kenya to catch up with the real Simba and Scar.
Bordeaux is steeped in culture, making it a great place to explore with little ones.
Starting with the Big Easy, let’s explore all those smashing New Orleans nicknames.
Forget the doom and gloom scenarios about this beautiful city. It’s still easy to find secret spots – if you know where to look.
Germany attracts repeat visitors through an intoxicating mix of sweet gingerbread and beer. But there’s so much more to it than that…
Go from bland to Bond with these easy-peasy tips for how to take good photos of trains. It’s the inside train photography guide, moving trains included.
Seville ranks as the largest city in Andalusia and the hottest in Europe. And here’s why you should visit.
Welcome to our inside guide on summer in Spain, including all the places you should go and the ones you should avoid.
It’s a big old place with more than 50 countries but where are the best places to visit in Africa?
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