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California's cult cuisine and liberal libations

California's cult cuisine and liberal libations

California has something for every foodie, from local organic, home-grown produce to coastal cafes serving up the freshest fish and the finest Michelin-starred restaurants.

Experience the Inuit way of life

Experience the Inuit way of life

Did you know that only two of Greenland’s towns are connected by road? How about that the main mode of transport during the winter is the humble dog sled?

Valletta crowned European Capital of Culture 2018

Malta’s capital city, Valletta, has now officially selected as European Capital of Culture 2018.

Guatemala launches the Bak'tun route

Guatemala launches the Bak'tun route

Guatemala, Heart of the Maya World, is the country where the Maya civilisation reached its maximum splendour, and the ideal place to understand the Maya Cosmology and their concept of time.

Aalborg - Denmark's gateway to North Jutland's Viking history

Aalborg - Denmark's gateway to North Jutland's Viking history

With Viking celebrations scheduled for 2013 and 2014 in both the UK and Denmark to mark the invasion of England by the King of Denmark and subsequent crowning of his son Cnut as the King of England, why not delve deeper into this fascinating history with a short direct flight under two hours to North Jutland's capital Aalborg to discover this delightful region.

Visit the National Truffle Fair in Tuscany

Visit the National Truffle Fair in Tuscany

Every Autumn, San Miniato in Tuscany holds a National White Truffle Fair entitled 'La Sagra del Tartufo Bianco', during the last three weeks of November.

Indus enhances Kashmir itineraries with visits to Lal Ded Memorial Museum

Indus enhances Kashmir itineraries with visits to Lal Ded Memorial Museum

Indus Tours, the tailor-made holiday specialist, has introduced a new day-trip itinerary in Kashmir to its extensive menu of touring options in the Indian subcontinent.

Autumn brings Native American events to Oklahoma

Autumn brings Native American events to Oklahoma

As the mild temperatures of autumn’s Indian Summer descend upon Oklahoma, the state’s renowned American Indian heritage is brought to life every year with a variety of Native American festivals, events and powwows.

Spirits & Specters

Spirits & Specters

Put away your pumpkins and leave your Halloween costume at home, as according to Acacia Africa, on the continent there’s a more enticing side to the supernatural.

Holy-days: Brits spend £2.2 billion a year on religious vacations

More than 2.2 million Britons have been on a religious holiday in the last 12 months, according to research from Sainsbury's Travel Insurance.

Dim sum and then some

Hong Kong is regarded as the culinary capital of Asia, with over 11,000 restaurants and 60 Michelin star rated restaurants, it is truly a gourmet travellers’ paradise, fusing ancient Chinese traditions with contemporary style.

Take a walk on the 'art' side, The Bradenton Area, Florida

As well as being traditionally celebrated for its top theme parks and breath-taking beaches, Florida also boasts The Bradenton Area on the West Coast of Florida, which has a buzzing local Art's Community that exudes artistic talent with a quirky vibe, ideal for those wishing to dip their toes into Florida's 'barefoot culture'.

Honeymoons in historic Valletta at Phoenicia Hotel Malta

Honeymoons in historic Valletta at Phoenicia Hotel Malta

For honeymooners seeking something out of the ordinary, this new week-long package at the Phoenicia Hotel in Valletta offers a perfect combination of cultural discovery and indulgent relaxation for under £570 per person.

Alternative European holidays revealed

Are you sick and tired of the same holidays over and over again? Provence, the Algarve, the Costa Brava … Are they all a bit old hat?

'A Brush with Frieze' at 45 Park Lane

'A Brush with Frieze' at 45 Park Lane

Continuing to develop its art agenda 'A Brush with Art', 45 Park Lane, Dorchester Collection's new contemporary Mayfair hotel is to stage an October Art Week with the launch of 'A Brush with Frieze' and a furthering of its artistic breakfast series, 'A Brush with the Artist'.