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Sometimes New York comes up in conversation. “You know when you’re in Manhattan getting a sandwich at one of those delis?” a friend says. In response I smile and nod like a geeky teenage boy feigning a knowledge of girls I don’t actually possess.  I’ve planned to go many times. It’s just that, whenever I

Please note our writer visited Mauritius prior to the coronavirus pandemic With a high concentration of four and five star hotels, the tropical Indian Ocean island of Mauritius is known for affordable luxury, and it has offered all-inclusive stays for around 15 years. Almost all Mauritius hotels offer complimentary watersports, including unlimited water skiing, paddle

Scotland, UK is a breathtakingly beautiful country that can make you feel like you’ve taken a step back in time with the vastness of its untouched lands and the old style buildings you’ll see in the towns. The best way I think in which to see it all is a road trip to the Highlands.

A huge roar erupted as I entered the dining room. Passengers were rushing to the starboard windows to see whales – lots of them. To scenes of mild hysteria on board the animals arced gracefully out of the water. Fine blowhole sprays peppered the water’s surface. Finally, a huge tail was flourished aloft, waving us

We cannot visit America right now, and by the look of it we might not be able to return for some time. But there are ways of exploring US destinations (sort of) without leaving UK soil.  Washington While George Washington’s great-grandfather left for Virginia from Hertfordshire, the direct ancestors of the first US president came

When you travel in Thailand, the following scenes can be found everywhere:  small shops lined with comfortable chairs with footstools with visitors having foot massages, and inside, a line of comfortable chairs with footstool; many visitors, rolling up to their knees, are enjoying a special Service-Thai women are kneeling beside their feet and continuously kneading

You’ve probably heard a lot of people give you ‘insider tips’ on Barcelona for when you travel there. The problem is that those ‘insider tips’ are probably so widespread nowadays that they are no longer what they say they are. However, the first thing you need to know is that Barcelona is a city that’s

As debate rages around Britain’s imperial past, Ash Bhardwaj notes that everything we experience, from history to travel, is framed through the eyes of the writer. And by only seeing the world of travel through a white lens, we are all missing out. What’s the worst travel experience you’ve ever had? Missing a flight? A

Please note our writer visited Ireland prior to the coronavirus pandemic Spa breaks in Ireland have grown in popularity over the recent years, mainly down to the country’s growing interest in the wellness sector, and its array of impressively handsome properties in beautiful spots across the country – some of which are perched on the

Please note our writer visited Dublin prior to the coronavirus pandemic Dublin is delightfully compact. The central city can be crossed on foot in 30 minutes and many prime sights and attractions, including excellent galleries and museums, Georgian architecture, and distinctive independent shops, can be found within this manageable area. Add fine restaurants and pubs

Postcards podcast – always pulls through latest episode We can’t travel the world right now. But we can take a holiday of the imagination. In ‘Postcards’, a brand new travel podcast hosted by Greg Dickinson of the Telegraph’s travel desk, we speak to some of the world’s leading travellers, adventurers and storytellers about their formative travel

Are you thinking of a beautiful island where you can take your family, next holiday? Perhaps, you should choose Sicily that has gorgeous and Perfect Island. Sicily is one of the largest Islands in Italy and has seduced travellers with its natural and cultural treasures. It crows wonderful cool weather and varied range of culinary

With holidays overseas mired in a haze of quarantine restrictions, flight cancellations and an “indefinite” timeline from the FCO advising against all travel, a break in Britain is looking to be our safest bet this year. We are a staycation nation. But if your usual idea of a summer holiday is more in the way

It’s difficult to know where to start, but these are my top 3 places in Croatia – posted online in the hope that others find this useful.  They are in no particular order, but I’d strongly advise you to visit them all!  I was only in the area for a week, and these are all

If you’ve got itchy feet and a hunger for an enticing travel tale, then each of the following six long reads should hold your attention. Telegraph Travel’s editors get through their fair share of travel stories, but those that follow sparked a particular interest in visiting a certain corner of the world. Expect beautiful storytelling,

Launching a business is a tricky process. It is not just a case of knowing your market, but also knowing the moment to unleash your plan on the public. When is the right time, and when is wrong? Many – even without a degree in economics – would say that setting up a travel project

Please note our writer visited Manchester prior to the coronavirus pandemic Manchester’s city centre is strewn with attractive hotels, from five-star cocoons of luxury and hip aparthotels in former mills to budget beds and seductive hideaways. It makes things easier when you’re planning weekend of, say, exploring the high street shops of pedestrianised Market Street,

Even though the origins of the game are unclear, most historians accept that modern-day golf originated in Scotland during the middle ages. Various early versions of golf existed throughout Europe, where the objective was to put a ball inside a hole a few hundred yards away with the least number of strokes. In Scotland, the

Please note our writer visited Devon prior to the coronavirus pandemic Deservedly Scotland’s most popular tourist destination, Edinburgh is blessed with an amazing choice of hotels, but don’t let big names (and advertising budgets) blind you to the considerable charms of a new breed of bed and often gourmet breakfast accommodation. Whether you’re ooking for

Please note our writer visited Devon prior to the coronavirus pandemic From honey-stone villages with creaky old pubs and historic churches to gloriously handsome market towns, the Cotswolds is, of course, heart-tuggingly pretty – and it has classic, year-round appeal. For charm and character there’s nothing like a stay at one of the region’s b&bs,