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Despite its monarchically lavished cities, alpine villages at the foot of gondola-gliding peaks, and enchanting lakeside hangouts, you don’t need pockets as deep as an emperor to enjoy Austria. Much like its Western...
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The Netherlands is known for many things – sublime art, sustainability initiatives, glorious countryside – but low prices isn’t typically one of them (especially not in Amsterdam, with the capital ranking as...
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Are you planning some European travel this summer? Me too. Getting from A to B by train has never felt so exciting, with a thrilling mix of new routes, classic journeys, and...
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Gaining popularity with intrepid backpackers just a few decades ago, Lombok’s Gili Islands – Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno and Gili Air – have been a budget travel hotspot ever since. While midrange...
Traveling by train is one of Ireland’s great if under-appreciated pleasures.It’s a small island and the rail network is limited, so no journey is especially long – but riding the rails across...
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Gazing at a map of Colombia, the vast swathes of greenery that make up the roadless Amazon region may seem like one homogenous mass of jungle, but that lack of detail has...
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Spain boasts Europe’s longest high-speed rail network, second only to China globally, and its trains are exceptional and far-reaching. In one day, you could gawp at Gaudí’s architectural genius in Barcelona, be...
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Paris is a notoriously expensive city. Alexis Averbuck, author of the new Lonely Planet Paris guidebook, shares her insider tips on how to experience the city, without maxing your credit card. Paris might be...
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You will fall passionately in love with trains in Japan.Japanese people didn’t invent rail travel, but they arguably perfected it. Whether you’re on the newest shinkansen (bullet train) zooming across the country...
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Let’s be honest: Alaska isn’t exactly a budget destination.But with some creative planning and an ability to trade luxury for a grittier experience, a trip (way) up north doesn’t have to destroy your bank...
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Embarking on a trip to Sardinia doesn’t have to break the bank. The Mediterranean island off Italy’s western coast is famously home to the glamorous Costa Smeralda – a favorite destination among...
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Italian authorities are now considering limiting access to the Trevi Fountain, in response to an incident where a man dived and splashed around in the waters of the popular tourist attraction in...
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Ferries and resorts fill up during summer when crowds reach Sardinia to make the most of its dreamy coastline. But turquoise waters are just part of the allure. Ancient traditions blend with...
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Croatia is an endlessly appealing destination with sun-drenched beaches, picturesque hilltop towns and atmospheric streets.Many come for the Dalmatian Coast delights and Istria's rural charms. Others are here for superb hiking routes, treasured national parks,...
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Although Türkiye is a relatively cheap country in which to travel, there are some regions which are a bit pricier, and Cappadocia is one of these, thanks to its popularity with both...
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The joy of train travel is often about the journey – unless you're at these revamped rail stations, where the destination is the prize. Train travel's golden age, which lasted from the mid-1800s...
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Certain things will make your jaw drop when you arrive in the Faroe Islands: the mountains, the sea view, and the cost of everything. It turns out that being located in the...
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Driven by a blend of romanticism, climate consciousness and a desire for slow travel, night trains are gaining popularity across Europe.Recent months have seen notable expansions in this area, including the introduction...
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Dynamic, multi-cultural and hugely underrated, Malaysia is Southeast Asia's unsung tropical hero. Marrying tradition, nature and modernity, it's a country of space-age cityscapes, Islamic minarets and gilded Chinese shrines. It's a world...
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The Maldives might not be the world’s cheapest holiday destination, but it is possible to cut back on what you spend with some clever planning and a spot of compromise.For example, it'll...
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