Europe and Middle East

Exclusive guide to the best holiday destinations in Europe and Middle East. independent reviews from award-winning travel writers

Insider Guide to Latgale. Discover Latvia hidden gem.

21/08/2020 by .
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Rupert Parker offers his Guide to Latgale, a little known part of Latvia, the birthplace of artist Mark Rothko.

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Insider Guide to Daugavpils. Discover why Latvia’s lovely second city is well worth a visit.

21/08/2020 by .
Stuart Forster is no stranger to destinations off the beaten track and on this Insider Guide to Daugavpils, he visits the country's less familiar second city. SF Latvia Daugavpils 026

Stuart Forster is no stranger to destinations off the beaten track and on this Insider Guide to Daugavpils, he visits the country’s less familiar second city.

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Walking across the Somme. Discover a wonderful low tide adventure.

19/08/2020 by .
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Rupert Parker is feeling very biblical as he takes a guided tour walking across the Somme estuary at low tide.

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Hiking the Opal Coast from Calais to Boulogne. Discover this scenic trail along the French coast.

13/08/2020 by .
Rupert Parker is hiking the Opal Coast 50km between these two iconic ferry ports, with the white cliffs of Dover his constant companion on the other side of the channel. Vauban Fort Ambleteuse e1597309137668

Rupert Parker is hiking the Opal Coast 50km between these two iconic ferry ports, with the white cliffs of Dover his constant companion on the other side of the channel.

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Insider guide to Moldova.

12/08/2020 by .
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Tim Cooper visits Europe’s poorest and least visited eastern outpost – and finds plenty to love in his insider guide to Moldova.

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Walking the London Loop. Discover the outdoor wonders of London’s Outer Orbital Path.

10/08/2020 by .
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In walking the London Loop, TripReporter’s hiker in residence Rupert Parker walks the last three sections of the 24 section London LOOP.

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Anish Kapoor And Art Nouveau In Norfolk

05/08/2020 by .
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 Anthea Gerrie heads to scenic Norfolk to explore new art exhibitions at the Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts and Houghton Hall.

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Nizwa, Oman’s historic former capital

28/07/2020 by .
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Nizwa, Oman’s former capital, is a destination that offers travellers fascinating insights into the traditions and lifestyles of the country’s interior.

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National Trust Cream Teas At Sissinghurst Castle Garden. Indulgent cream teas amongst flora and fauna

01/07/2020 by .
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Anthea Gerrie enjoys the delights of a COVID-friendly cream tea amongst the flora and fauna of Sissinghurst Castle Garden.

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Hiking the Alta Via dei Monti Liguria, Italy

23/06/2020 by .
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Rupert Parker dons his hiking boots and follows the Alta Via long-distance trail that crosses Liguria.

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