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Holidays with kids - animal magic  


Small children have a natural love of animals, and can spend hours finding out about them and caring for them. If you are planning a holiday with young ones, here are 10 ideas for activities with children's favourites

Top 10 worldwide gourmet restaurants  


Who cares about gourmet grub, Michelin stars and sumptuous interiors? Restaurateurs do. For your digestion, the pleasure seekers at Hg2 run through 10 of their favourite foodie establishments...

As seen on screen  


Ever wondered where Carrie and Big were reunited in the final episode of Sex and the City? Or if the pink balcony from Evita really exists? Relax, the hedonists at Hg2 have got the best on-screen locations covered...

Top 10 Urban Oases  


The travel-savvy hedonists at Hg2 are back with a cucumber-cool guide to city chill-outs. Smooth...

Top 10: Famous hotels  


We let the experts at Hg2 track down the world's most famous places to stay

Top 10: Rooftop Bars  


Rooftop drinking is the crowning glory of any well-deserved break, and we felt it was our duty to track down the world's best high-rise watering holes - having propped up each and every one personally

Travel with children  


There's a whole world of family-friendly destinations out there, but here are some of our favourites from Lonely Planet's Travel with Children - places that will keep the grown-ups and the kids happy

Welsh wonders  


If you're planning to holiday in this country instead of abroad, think about going to Wales. There's plenty of family friendly things to do there. Nick Dalton, author of Frommer's Wales with your family, has come up with his top tips

Wanderlust travel secrets  


Wanderlust magazine is marking its 15th birthday by bringing together industry experts and revealing 100 of travel's best kept secrets

Great places for a dirty weekend  


Heat things up as the winter draws in with these great places to get away for a dirty weekend

Pink your ride - Breast Cancer Awareness  


Over 1000 global landmarks have been lit pink for Breast Cancer Awareness by the Estee Lauder Companies Global Illumination Initiative. Here are nine of the best

Things to do in and around Oxford  


Strolling around Oxford, you'll be dazzled by the history and variety that you see. Belinda Weber offers some expert tips that will help you make the most of your time there

Contemporary and classic hotels  


It is possible to have contemporary features along with the high-class standards you would expect of a traditional hotel, as travel writer Andrea Wren found out

London's ultimate style bars  


Michelle Matthews, the writer of Bar Secrets - London Style Bars from the Deck of Secrets Series, takes us on a journey of discovery with her personal top 10 bars in London

Beautiful beaches in the South-East  


Make the most of whatever sunshine you can find at some of the best beaches around south-east England

Winter sun ideas  


Don't let our washout summer drive you to despair! Plan yourself a winter break with plenty of sunshine

Discover the Rockies  


The Canadian state of Alberta is home to the Rocky Mountains. Expect stunning scenery and wildlife

Quirky holidays around the UK  


If you want to find somewhere slightly different, that doesn't compromise on comfort, we've got options for you. Whether it's a family gathering, holiday with the kids, or a romantic retreat for two, check out these great ideas

5 things to do in Western Sweden  


Not your average holiday destination, but the seductive lure of West Sweden might make you think twice about another week on the Costa Del Sol for your next getaway

Secret France  


France has its very own hidden gem in its eastern quarter near the Swiss border. Franche Comté's southern region is home to many delights from its mouthwateringly moreish cheese to its welcoming guesthouses

Cyprus: Island of love, spas and sunshine  


Whether it's a family holiday or a girlie getaway, Meera Dattani says head to the southwest corner of this Mediterranean isle for a dose of beach, spa, gastronomy and classical masterpieces

Top 10 places to see before you die  


After 17 years searching the world's most remote locations, Bruce Poon Tip, founder and CEO of G.A.P Adventures, shares his own list of ultimate destinations to visit before you die

Discover your wild side  


We Brits are known as a nation of animal lovers, so why not indulge this passion on your next holiday? Here, travel specialists www.greenbee.com share their personal favourites to allow you to reveal your inner beast!

Life-defining experiences around the world  


Looking for an ultimate travel experience and need some ideas? Andrea Wren investigates 10 of the best thrills the planet has to offer