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15 of the best free things to do in Barcelona

15 of the best free things to do in Barcelona

Barcelona’s wealth of temptations –  utterly unique Modernista mansions, forward-looking art galleries, some of Spain’s finest dining – need no introduction, but costs for all those fabulous restaurants, museums and clubs can quickly add up. The good news? Much of what makes…

The 9 best things to do in Akureyri, Iceland

The 9 best things to do in Akureyri, Iceland

Home to some 22,000 residents, Akureyri stands strong as Iceland’s second city. Yet despite its diminutive size, visitors can expect cool cafes, quality restaurants and even a lively late-night scene on pedestrianized Hafnarstræti – a far cry from other towns in…

14 things to do in Maine

14 things to do in Maine

When you’ve got 3500 miles (5632km) of sand and granite shoreline, studded with fishing villages, forts, lighthouses, lobster shacks, islands and the state’s crown jewel, Acadia National Park, flaunting seems a prerequisite. But Maine is no peacock. Instead, the state’s stunning natural beauty…

18 of the best things to do in Sri Lanka

18 of the best things to do in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka may only be small, but thanks to its jungle-clad mountains, golden sandy beaches, abundant wildlife in their natural habitats, and spice-laden cuisines, this island nation ensures visitors are never bored. From remarkable train rides and fine dining across…

France with kids – Lonely Planet

France with kids – Lonely Planet

It’s a hot May day in Nîmes, and a gladiator in the ring of Les Arènes winks at my kids. Giddy, they wave their handkerchiefs and parrot a prayer to the sky god Jupiter. Sat around us are some 12,000…

The 10 best outdoors swimming spots in London

The 10 best outdoors swimming spots in London

It may be famously cold and rainy, but summer temperatures have been soaring in the UK capital, which is why Londoners are embracing outdoor swimming with an enthusiasm that borders on cultish. And, just in time for the latest heatwaves,…