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The local heroes who made your tripsBy using local guides, homestays and non-profit groups, visitors can benefit people’s lives and gain rich insights. They could also gain weight, as our tips include some superb home-cooking
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Les Arcs lures UK skiers with Brexit-busting offerThe popular French winter sports destination is hosting a ‘British festival’ to keep UK customers and staff coming -
Five of Scotland’s best bothiesA stay in a historic building with amazing views and convivial company sounds enticing – and even better when it comes free of charge. The author of the new Bothy Bible shares his favourites -
Women’s tourism enterprises around the worldTo celebrate next week’s International Women’s Day, we highlight female-led tour companies and guides who are tapping into tourism to realise their potential
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Women lead the way on a tour of northern IndiaBeing shown the beauty and history of Old Delhi and Agra by women pushing against traditional gender roles makes a trip to India more uplifting – and a fitting salute to next week’s International Women’s Day
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LA guide: what to see, plus the best bars, hotels and restaurantsWith all eyes on Los Angeles ahead of the Oscars, our local reporter picks the city's highlights, from tasty tacos and classic cocktails to beaches and baseball
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Banksy opens hotel overlooking Bethlehem wallThe Walled Off hotel in Bethlehem looks out on to the wall that separates the West Bank from Israel
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Mash Inn, Radnage, BuckinghamshireThis pub with rooms is surrounded by Michellin-starred restaurants, but the food here is good enough to rival the famous names – and at a fraction of the price
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The best new budget hotels in LondonWith smart tech and sharp design, a new wave of budget hotels is sweeping away grisly memories of dull functionality. We review a selection of the latest openings across London
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The Corner House, Canterbury, KentAny doubts about the roadside location of this restaurant with rooms are soon overcome by its comfort, sumptuous food, Tudor charm – and secondary glazing
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The Plough at Scalby, North YorkshireThe one thing missing from this stretch of Yorkshire coast has been a good place to stay. This refurbished pub has rectified that, and is a boon for walkers
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What to do, and where to avoidOur series of city guides for families heads to the Sussex coast for seaside attractions and playgrounds galore – plus plenty of museums in case of wet weather
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It's magicWizards, kings and castle ruins combine with beach, caves and rock pools to make a magical day out – even in February
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10 of the UK's best new family attractionsWaterparks, cycle trails and zipwires through the forest are among the attractions springing up across the UK this year. We’ve included affordable places to stay nearby, too
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City breaks with kids: LondonLondon offers a dazzling parade of attractions and treats for children – but it can empty your pockets faster than Fagin. Here are tips for making the most of the city on a budget
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City breaks with kids: RomeThe Eternal City may be stuffed with classical treasures, but it also has plenty to intrigue kids – who will love the ready availability of pizza and ice-cream
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Why the cool capital is fab for familiesIn our new series of ‘mini’ breaks, local parents tip the attractions kids will love - and the ones to avoid - plus where to refuel and where to call it a night
readers' tips
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Tell us about your favourite UK country pub for a chance to win a £200 hotel voucherWhat makes a rural pub great? Is it the beer, the garden, the food, the staff, the walks around it? Send us your tips for a chance to win a £200 voucher from uk.hotels.com
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Readers’ travel photo competition: March – win a trip to Costa Rica!Have camera, will travel? Then enter our travel photography competition for a chance to win a 16-night wildlife holiday for two to Costa Rica with Exodus Travels. There is no theme – just send us your best shot
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The best of Los Angeles, chosen by readersA Pacific coast cycle to Malibu, unspoilt Catalina island and a visit to an 18th-century Spanish mission belie the view of LA being all about movie studios and freeway traffic
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Readers’ travel tipsFrom skyline views and canal adventures to a sobering medical museum, a snake farm and fantastic street food, the frenetic Thai capital is packed with delights
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Tokyo is a million cities … and it’s full of secretsA city that can be ‘Blade Runner and old Japan all at once’ inspired Blue Light Yokohama novelist Nicolás Obregón – who is in thrall to Tokyo’s towers, street food and quiet corners
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Loch Lomond’s wild camping ban is a short-sighted stepNew restrictions are unfair and could encourage landowners to restrict access to the full glory of the Scottish wilderness
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Ghana’s 60th marked by striking new galleryThe opening of an ambitious new arts hub shows that creativity is alive and kicking in Ghana’s capital, where young creatives are building on the work of their internationally recognised forebears
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