Travels

8 best beaches in Brittany

Brittany doesn’t offer your typical beach experience. It’s not a matter of throwing on a bikini and jumping straight into the sea; you’ll want to pack a fleece, a raincoat, and preferably – if you’re not one for cold water – a wetsuit. But don’t let that put you off. The region, which alone makes

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Machu Picchu by train

The Train to Machu Picchu One of the many reasons to book your trip through a travel agent is that they, and their local, on-the-ground tour operators, can more effectively sort out any potential issues that may arise.  This is true anywhere in the world, and no less so in Peru, where personal relationships are

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17 easy day trips from Oslo

You don’t need to travel far from Oslo to be immersed in unspoilt nature. And Norway’s good public transport system means that it’s easy to get out of the city on a day trip. Sognsvann / Sean Hayford O’Leary (CC) So whether you fancy wild-swimming in a waterfall, island-hopping in the Oslofjord or exploring a

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