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1 May

7 beaches near Nice: Where to go for sun, sand, and surf

Because of its location on the Mediterranean, determining the best beaches in Nice can be tricky. After all, there are so many to choose from. In this upscale Provence town, you can find plenty of luxurious private beaches that offer Michelin-starred restaurants and all the amenities you could possibly want. But you don't need to be a millionaire to enjoy the best beaches in Nice - there are casual public beaches, too.

Weekend trips from Madrid
23 March

5 easy must-do weekend trips from Madrid

Madrid's central location in the heart of Spain, combined with its excellent transportation links, means there are tons of spectacular weekend trips from Madrid that you can take any time you want to see more of the country. A great weekend trip can help you understand more about Spanish history, culture, and food, and the best weekend trips from Madrid will show you a completely different side of this intriguing country.

Best weekend trips from Paris
28 February

6 easy must-do weekend trips from Paris

In the French capital of Paris, there are almost limitless things to do. You could spend a lifetime in the City of Light and never run out of ways to keep yourself busy. However, in this big and bustling city, sometimes the best thing to do is to get away for a while. There are tons of weekend trips from Paris you can take to get a better sense of what France has to offer. Here are a few to get you started.

What to eat in Stockholm
11 September

What to Eat in Stockholm: 14 Treats You Should Not Miss

Swedish food may not be as well-known internationally as other cuisines, but maybe it should be. The truth is, Swedish food has plenty of tasty treats to offer, and as you would expect, it's especially good in a cold climate. Hearty and flavorful meals like fried herring and Swedish meatballs are designed to stave off the cold of the Scandinavian winter and also do a great job of keeping you fueled up to explore this vibrant city.

Meats to try in Valencia
9 September

What to Eat in Valencia: 14 Treats You Should Not Miss

Valencia may be famous for its paella. But that's not the only traditional Valencian dish that's worth trying. In fact, it's not even the only delicious rice dish on offer in Valencia. And beyond that, there are so many great things to try, whether it's hearty meat-based meals, tasty ice cream, or refreshing cocktails. No matter what you like to eat, you won't go hungry in this Spanish city.

26 August

Best Day Trips from San Diego

Whether you want to spend the day admiring the glittering waters of the Pacific Ocean from the beach at La Jolla, visit one of the world's top theme parks at Disneyland, pop over the border to do some shopping in Tijuana, or lose yourself in the sprawling wilderness of a National Park, it's all available from San Diego. The challenge will be squeezing everything you want to do into the limited time you might have in the city.

Nairobi, Kenya
17 September

Layover In Nairobi: The Ultimate Guide 2024

When you have a Nairobi stopover you'll be spending it at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport which is the airport that serves the Kenyan capital. While NBO is one of Kenya's busiest and the one on the African continent that handles the most passengers, compared to some US airports it is relatively small. There's only one runway and two terminal buildings to cater for the ten million passengers using the two thousand aircraft that land and take off there every year.

Lake Eola Park, Orlando, Florida
17 September

Layover In Orlando: The Ultimate Guide 2024

It's no fantasy that Orlando International Airport is one of the busiest in North America. Whether you're flying into Orlando for a stopover or it's your final destination, you'll be just one of the fifty million plus passengers who pass through the facility every year. It's an airport which has been designed to cope with a large number of travelers and even though it has only one main terminal building divided into two sections, it operates efficiently.

Kiev, Ukraine
11 September

Layover in Kiev – the ultimate guide 2021

When you're flying into Kiev for a stopover you'll be arriving at the Boryspil International Airport which is located thirty miles outside of Kiev near the city of Boryspil. While the airport has several terminals, only two are operational and handle the fifteen million-plus passengers who use the facility annually. That means the transition through the necessary channels such as immigration and baggage collection as well as the check-in, passport, and security controls for your Kiev connection can be pretty chaotic.

Moscow, Russia
4 September

Layover in Moscow – the ultimate guide 2024

If you find yourself on a stopover in Moscow, it can be very tempting to make the most of your time by getting out and seeing some of the city. Sheremetyevo Airport, also known as Pushkin International Airport, is connected to Moscow by the Aeroexpress train which takes around 35 minutes to make the journey from the airport to Belorussky Station close to the heart of Moscow. That means is possible to see at least some of the city even on a relatively short Moscow Airport layover.

Bogotá, Colombia
27 August

Layover In Bogotá – The Ultimate Guide 2024

The Colombian capital of Bogotá combines gorgeous classical 19th-century architecture with the vibrant and sometimes anarchic spirit of this South American country. Bogotá has done a lot in recent years to be more welcoming to visitors, but the city is always an adventure. If you find yourself on a Bogotá airport layover, there are better things to do than sit around an airport lounge. If you have enough time before your next connection, you can venture into the city and experience a little of what it has to offer.

Sunrise over Philadelphia
27 August

Layover in Philadelphia – the ultimate guide 2024

There can be few cities in the United States with a richer Revolutionary history than Philadelphia. Here, in the largest city in Pennsylvania, you will find the Liberty Bell and the famous Independence Hall. Its position geographically means that the airport operates as a central hub for many US destinations, and your chances of doing a layover here are strong. If you are not the sort of person who likes to twiddle their thumbs for hours in an airport, you might prefer to see this as a chance to explore a new destination.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida
16 August

Layover in Fort Lauderdale – the ultimate guide 2024

Fort Lauderdale – Hollywood International isn’t the biggest airport in the region. It’s one of three serving the greater Miami area, and Miami Airport is bigger. However, with 16 million passengers a year, Fort Lauderdale is by no means small. If you find yourself making a stopover in Fort Lauderdale, you won’t be short of things to do. The presence of Miami means you’ll have access to everything the city has to offer, but you don’t need to go all the way into Miami to pass the time. Drop off your bags at a Fort Lauderdale luggage storage, and you’ll be ideally placed to enjoy yourself during your Fort Lauderdale layover.

A domestic departures area at Shanghai Pudong International Airport, with high ceilings and a few passengers waiting
13 August

How to make the most out of your layover in Shanghai

Finding yourself with a Shanghai layover? Whether you're flying with China Eastern Airlines or another carrier, most international layovers will be at Pudong International Airport (PVG). But, there’s also Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) for domestic and some regional flights, so be sure to check your itinerary. With a little planning and a touch of adventure, you can squeeze in some incredible experiences before your next leg of the journey.

Passeig de Gracia, Barcelona, Spain
8 May

Passeig de Gracia, Barcelona Visitor Guided 2024: Everything you need to know

The Passeig de Gracia is one of the most renowned streets in the Spanish city of Barcelona. It's famed for its unusual architectural features which include paving stones designed by Antoni Gaudi and streetlights by Pere Falques, as well as a plethora of outstanding modernistic and art nouveau buildings such as the Casa Batllo and the Casa Milo, also designed by Gaudi.

Sagrada Familia, Barcelona, Spain
27 April

Sagrada Familia Visitor Guide 2024: Everything you need to know

Antoni Gaudi is an architect who made his mark in Barcelona in many ways and with many unusual buildings, but there's none more prominently visible than the Basilica of the Sagrada Familia. The 19th-century genius designer started work on the cathedral in 1883 and continued working on it until his death in 1926. If he'd lived to be one hundred and fifty he still wouldn't have seen his project completed, as the Sagrada Familia is still to this day very much a work in progress.

cobbled street in edinburgh
25 January

Edinburgh Visitor Guide 2024: Everything you need to know

Scotland's capital is one of Europe's most fascinating cities. With excellent transit connections to the rest of the UK and other destinations in Europe, Edinburgh is a city that is increasingly embracing its tourist potential. And there's plenty of that. With iconic historical sites such as Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace plus the stunning scenery of Scotland just a short journey outside the city, whatever you're into, chances are good you'll find it here.

view of seattle
25 January

Seattle Visitor Guide 2024: Everything you need to know

Seattle is a thriving city that offers opportunities for vacationers and business travelers alike. With a buzzing central business district easily identified by the iconic Space Needle, Seattle offers a world-class food scene, eclectic arts industry and various attractions to entertain all types of visitors. The city is often referred to as the ‘Emerald City’ due to the natural scenery that surrounds the urban metropolis. With dense evergreen forests, scenic mountains and picturesque rivers, it’s only a short journey from the city to a tranquil, natural paradise.