Destinations

The clue to the region’s allure is in the name. A dozen or more lakes – sinuous, pretty, forbidding – vie for attention. Throw in craggy fells, tumbling waterfalls, timeless villages of whitewashed cottages, and the pull is irresistible. Even when it’s damp – and it frequently is – the scenery merely acquires a layer of misty romanticism. Its
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A unique destination, Venice is a place that pops up on an infinite number of travel bucket lists, and with good reason. Canals and gondolas, churches and palaces, festivals and Biennales – all of them contribute toward keeping Venice on the list of the most-visited cities in the world. The downside of being one of the most desirable vacation
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All hotels have been independently reviewed and selected. We will earn a commission if you book via the links below, but this never affects our rating. Our expert writers are usually hosted on a complimentary basis in order to gain the first-hand experience necessary for their review. From Roman times to the present day, visitors
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Lisbon and Porto get all the love, but there’s so much more to Portugal than its captivating historic cities. From golden beaches and mountainous peaks to lush river valleys, every region has its own diverse highlights across this small Iberian nation. Finding the best places to go here depends largely on your own interests. If you’re after
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All hotels have been independently reviewed and selected. We will earn a commission if you book via the links below, but this never affects our rating. Our expert writers are usually hosted on a complimentary basis in order to gain the first-hand experience necessary for their review. Few thrills match the excitement of waking up
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SPAIN – 2021/04/15: In this photo illustration, the Airbnb app seen displayed on a smartphone screen with the Airbnb website displayed on a laptop in the background. (Photo Illustration by Thiago Prudencio/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images) Sopa Images | Lightrocket | Getty Images Shares of Airbnb tumbled 10% Wednesday, a day after the company released
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Edinburgh has become synonymous with the annual Fringe Festival, which sees thousands of attendees flock to the city every August. But there are plenty of other amazing sights and attractions that pull in visitors all year round. From whisky tastings, to exploring Japanese gardens and 300-year-old underground passages, this is how you can get to know
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Courtesy of The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón When it comes to golfing getaways, Florida is hardly remiss for resorts. Some offer rooms and suites with pristine golf course views while others boast lots of luxury amenities. There is only one though on Florida’s Paradise Coast that combines both to offer an unforgettable stay.  The Ritz-Carlton Naples,
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There’s more to Maine than lobsters and Stephen King novels. It’s also home to some of the best hiking in the northeast US, with thousands of miles of trails. But choosing the best hiking routes in Maine is no easy feat. For the adventurous explorer, there are plenty of backcountry multi-day hikes and for the beginners
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All hotels have been independently reviewed and selected. We will earn a commission if you book via the links below, but this never affects our rating. Our expert writers are usually hosted on a complimentary basis in order to gain the first-hand experience necessary for their review. Please note our writer visited Yorkshire prior to
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Quite when Tuscany was “discovered” is hard to say – perhaps during the Grand Tours of the 18th century, perhaps by British buyers in Chianti in the Sixties – but ever since people have been looking for a region to take it place – the “next Tuscany”. Neighbouring Umbria came first, the Abruzzo, east of Rome, will probably be next, but for
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Panama is a pilgrimage for adventure lovers, culture and history buffs, and, naturally, beach bums owing to its biodiversity, rich coastlines, and unfathomable islands. The great news is that nationals from over 100 countries can enter Panama and enjoy its treasures without needing a visa. Here’s everything you need to know about the entry requirements
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Whether you’re a culture vulture or an outdoorsy type, Budapest has a host of things to see and do, from blockbuster collections of classical fine art and archaeological finds gathered over centuries, to sightseeing cruises on the Danube and narrow-gauge railway rides into the forests of the Buda Hills. It’s worth remembering that Monday –
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Tim Clark, Emirates president, says we “might” see one-pilot aircraft in the future. Tobias Schwarz | Afp | Getty Images As the aviation sector starts to embrace artificial intelligence, planes flying with just one pilot are a possibility, according to Emirates President Tim Clark. “You might see a one-pilot aircraft,” Clark told CNBC’s Hadley Gamble
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