Palazzo Mottola Tropea: A Stay with the Sea at the Window
Our stay at Palazzo Mottola Tropea, a historic-centre B&B with sea-view rooms, breakfast overlooking the coast and a panoramic rooftop.
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54 journeys, encounters and field notes collected over the years.
Villa Panigai: a Weekend in the Prosecco Hills
A weekend at Villa Panigai with a pool, wine, hill towns and a Vespa route through the vineyards of Italy’s Prosecco Hills.
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Bruges in winter: canals, streets and seasonal light
Four days in Bruges during Winter Glow, with medieval streets, canals, a bicycle tour and a few useful food addresses.
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A vegan hotel stay in South Tyrol
A stay at La Vimea in Naturno, South Tyrol, with vegan cuisine, a natural swimming pond, saunas, yoga and easy access to nearby Merano.
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Malmö city guide: a day across the Øresund
A compact guide to Malmö from Copenhagen, covering Gamla Staden, Västra Hamnen, the city parks and contemporary transport architecture.
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Santorini: the best photography spots around the island
A guide to photographing Santorini, from Oia at sunrise and sunset to caldera views, whitewashed lanes and a restaurant in Fira.
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Three days in Manchester: architecture, food and northern character
A three-day Manchester itinerary through the Northern Quarter, historic libraries, markets, canals and the city’s industrial heritage.
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A day at Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco in Tuscany
A day at Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco, from its medieval borgo and kitchen garden to a Tuscan lunch and the Brunello di Montalcino winery.
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A stay near Siena: La Bagnaia and the Tuscan countryside
A stay at La Bagnaia near Siena, with its historic buildings, spa and golf course, plus ideas for visiting Siena, Monteriggioni and San Gimignano.
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Toulouse: what to see in the Pink City
A practical guide to Toulouse, from Place du Capitole and Saint-Sernin to the markets, museums, bridges and brick architecture of the Pink City.
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A slow weekend in Umbria: Spello, Perugia and countryside calm
A long weekend in Umbria based at Il Canalicchio, combining countryside views, Spello, Perugia and the pleasure of travelling at a slower pace.
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Staying at L’Épicerie, a small Paris boutique hotel
A stay at Paris Boutik L’Épicerie near Gare de Lyon and Bastille, with a practical guide to several distinctive places across the city.
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A road trip through Provence and the French Riviera
A one-week route through Nice, Marseille, Cassis, Gordes, Sénanque, Roussillon and Aix-en-Provence.
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Rome: photography locations and local experiences
A visual guide to Rome through Trastevere, the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, the Colosseum, Roman Forum and traditional food.
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Chefchaouen: a guide to Morocco’s blue city
How to reach Chefchaouen from Fez and what to expect from its blue medina, quiet morning streets and local craft shops.
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Fez through food: staying and cooking at Palais Amani
A stay at Palais Amani in Fez, with the medina, Chouara tannery, Moroccan cooking and a guided visit to the food souk.
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Three days in Edinburgh on a budget
A budget-friendly Edinburgh itinerary covering the Old Town, Calton Hill, Dean Village, museums and a centrally located hostel.
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Venice: a historic hotel and essential places to see
A stay at Baglioni Hotel Luna and a guide to Venice’s essential sights, from St Mark’s Square and Rialto Bridge to quieter canals and viewpoints.
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From Brussels to Ghent and Bruges by train
A practical route from Brussels to Ghent and Bruges, with the principal neighbourhoods, waterways and viewpoints in each city.
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A coastal stay in Estepona on the Costa del Sol
A stay at Kempinski Hotel Bahía near Estepona, with subtropical gardens, Mediterranean views and several restaurants by the sea.
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Granada: the Alhambra, historic quarters and an Andalusian hammam
A guide to Granada through the Alhambra, Albaicín, Sacromonte and a restorative visit to Hammam Al Ándalus.
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A stay on Slovenia’s Adriatic coast: Portorož and Piran
A stay at Kempinski Palace Portorož, with its historic interiors, spa and restaurants, plus a short guide to Portorož and nearby Piran.
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Hamburg in 48 hours: harbour architecture and city neighbourhoods
A two-day guide to Hamburg through Speicherstadt, the Old Elbe Tunnel, Elbphilharmonie, St Pauli and a central design hotel.
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Three days in Dresden: art, architecture and the Elbe
A three-day Dresden itinerary through the reconstructed Old Town, major museums, the Zwinger, the Semperoper and Pillnitz Palace.
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Two ways to experience the southern Mediterranean
A concise guide to two very different southern Mediterranean trips: a coastal break in Cyprus and a journey through Egypt’s history and Red Sea landscapes.
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Four Greek destinations beyond the peak summer season
Athens, Evia, Corfu and Crete offer different reasons to visit Greece outside July and August, from culture and thermal water to coast and food.
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The Cotswolds from London: how to get there and what to see
A public-transport itinerary from London through Castle Combe, Bibury, Cirencester and Bath, with practical notes for planning the route.
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London beyond the landmarks: streets and neighbourhoods to explore
A guide to London through colourful streets, markets, canals, historic districts and contemporary architecture beyond the standard itinerary.
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Paris through its most distinctive streets and views
A visual guide to Paris through Montmartre, the Seine, historic gardens, bookshops and several quieter streets beyond the main monuments.
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Cologne and Münster: two German cities in 48 hours
A compact rail itinerary through Cologne and Münster, with riverside views, historic centres, museums and practical stops.
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Mediterranean islands in Greece and Croatia
A comparison of Greek and Croatian island routes, from Santorini and the Cyclades to Krk, Hvar, Rab and Korčula.
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Burano: colour, canals and quiet streets
A guide to Burano, from its painted houses and lace-making tradition to the best streets and times of day for photography.
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Alsace: an itinerary through its towns and villages
A journey through Strasbourg, Colmar, Mulhouse, Eguisheim, Riquewihr and Kaysersberg, following Alsace’s timber-framed streets and vineyard landscapes.
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Krk Island: a road trip through its coastal towns
A short road trip around Krk in Croatia, visiting Krk Town, Vrbnik and Baška across the island’s contrasting coasts.
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Lake Garda: a two-day road trip
A two-day itinerary around Lake Garda through Sirmione, Salò, Limone, Riva, Malcesine, Punta San Vigilio and Lazise.
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Malta: Valletta, Mdina and the island’s historic towns
A guide to Malta through Valletta, Birgu, Mdina, Marsaxlokk and Sliema, with a stay at The Palace Hotel.
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Frankfurt: old streets, modern skyline and the River Main
A guide to Frankfurt through Römerberg, riverside viewpoints, museums, gardens and a design hotel in the city’s east end.
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Marrakech: medina, gardens and a stay in a riad
A guide to Marrakech through Jemaa el-Fna, the souks, historic gardens, Moroccan food and a stay at Riad Tawargit.
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A winter weekend in Val Gardena
A winter stay in Ortisei at Adler Dolomiti, with spa time, South Tyrolean cuisine and ideas for exploring Val Gardena in the Dolomites.
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Kraków: a guide to the medieval centre
A winter visit to Kraków through Rynek Główny, Wawel, historic streets and a small aparthotel near the centre.
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Where to eat in Tallinn: five restaurants and cafés
Five places to eat in Tallinn, from a medieval dining room and Estonian cooking to Italian food, contemporary flavours and handmade gelato.
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A weekend in Estonia: Tallinn and beyond
A weekend guide to Tallinn, Lahemaa National Park and Estonia’s coast, combining medieval streets, digital culture and northern landscapes.
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Matera: sleeping in a cave room among the Sassi
A stay at Sextantio Le Grotte della Civita in Matera, with the Sassi, rock architecture and breakfast in a former church.
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A weekend in Puglia: exploring the Itria Valley
A practical guide to Alberobello, Locorotondo, Cisternino and Ostuni, with a stay in the Itria Valley and ideas for a weekend in Puglia.
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Two days in Budapest: exploring Buda and Pest
A two-day Budapest itinerary across both sides of the Danube, with Castle Hill, the Jewish Quarter, markets, thermal baths and a central hotel stay.
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Three days in Prague through its historic districts
A three-day itinerary across Prague’s Old Town, Malá Strana, Castle district and New Town, with a central hotel stay.
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Stockholm in autumn: a two-day city guide
Two days in Stockholm in autumn, from Gamla Stan and the metro’s art stations to Skansen, Södermalm and views across the city.
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Three days in Copenhagen: bicycles, islands and canals
A three-day Copenhagen itinerary through Nyhavn, neighbourhood markets, harbour districts, museums and the city’s extensive cycle network.
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One week in Lanzarote: volcanoes, architecture and beaches
A seven-day Lanzarote itinerary through César Manrique’s architecture, volcanic landscapes, Papagayo, Famara and La Graciosa.
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A weekend in Alta Badia, South Tyrol
A weekend in San Cassiano at Lagació Hotel Mountain Residence, with a spa stay, Dolomite views and ideas for exploring Alta Badia in every season.
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A countryside stay in Umbria at Tenuta di Murlo
A stay at Tenuta di Murlo in the Umbrian countryside, with a private villa, pool and restaurant, plus ideas for visiting Perugia and Gubbio.
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Three days in the Bavarian Alps
A three-day stay in Berchtesgaden, combining mountain views, Königssee and time at Kempinski Hotel Berchtesgaden.
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Cuba: from Havana to Trinidad and the northern coast
A journey through Havana, Varadero, Cienfuegos, Trinidad and the Yumurí Valley, combining cities, coast and inland landscapes.
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San Pellegrino Pass from above: walking and drone views
A summer visit to San Pellegrino Pass in the Dolomites, with mountain trails, First World War remains, rifugi and aerial views.
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