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Forget stuffy school lessons, Rome attracts even the most reluctant history buff
Easily the closest thing you’ll ever get to a time machine.
Introducing the Italian region that has (largely) remained under the radar
Unforgettable trips for 2025 from Lonely Planet’s latest book, 100 Weekends in Europe.
Paul Lewis: How overtourism turned Porto's Livraria Lello into a sardine can
OPINION: A haven for book lovers, Livraria Lello is now a tourist trap drowning in queues.
London bakeries are making waves on social media, here are four of the best
Customers queue come rain or shine for these distinct, niche treats.
Rome isn’t just disappointing – the city is an absolute mess
Telegraph: “A bingo card of disappointments.”
Bordeaux's trams vs Auckland's gridlock: What can we learn?
OPINION: Why Bordeaux could teach Auckland a thing or two about public transport.
Why Lapland boasts the most magical winter holiday in Europe
Of course Santa Claus’ snowy home makes the perfect Christmas setting
The absurdly luxurious French hotel where a burger cost me $80
Hotel Byblos has attracted the biggest names in showbiz for decades.
11 Christmas-themed experiences that make London magical in December
Does this prove that the Northern Hemisphere does Christmas better?
Paul Lewis: €154 fine for a €3 bus fare - Kiwi tourists’ Bologna nightmare
OPINION: Simply catching a bus can cost a small fortune for the honest and unwary.
Why the royals love this Swiss ski-in-only restaurant sitting in the clouds
I’ve had the privilege of dining in some phenomenal places but nothing compares to this.
The Notre Dame is back open for business: Here's what you need to know
After five years, one of the most famous attractions in Paris has reopened.
The London wasteland now one of the city’s trendiest districts
Slick shops, restaurants, hotels and spas – but not where you’d expect.
What it's like to ride the real-life Hogwarts Express
Calling all Harry Potter fans for a magical train journey in Scotland.
Get to know Rabat, Morocco's coolest but seriously underrated city
Everyone beelines to Marrakech, but never the cool capital.
The best Black Friday travel deals for Kiwis
Black Friday isn’t just for deals on gadgets and clothes - snag a travel bargain today.
You thought France was a summer destination, but this region is a winter fairytale
The most magical winter wonderland at Christmastime.
Travelling for a cuddle, or more, at European sex parties
New York Times: Europe’s sex party scene is booming post-pandemic.
Cheap and cheerful skiing in Europe: More snow, less expense
Forget St Moritz, these budget-friendly ski spots won’t break the bank.
An upgrade from the buffet: A culinary expedition to the edge of the Arctic
Flanking the northern tip of Norway, here comes your most adventurous meal yet.
One trip, three European capitals, nine days
Short on time, budget and annual leave? Get it done. Fast.
Is it okay to undertake the famed Camino de Santiago by car?
Sacrilegious or sensible? A world-renowned pilgrim walking route can also be a road trip.
Thirty years of travelling Europe together – what’s changed more, travel or us?
The difference between travelling in your 20s versus your 50s.
Shoulder season was a great Europe hack for Kiwis. It may not be next year
Shoulder season bookings are predicted to match summer bookings for the first time ever.
This off-the-radar Italian region is almost tourist-free
Places resemble Venice and Rome, but over-tourism is blissfully absent.
Why you should make Malta your go-to Europe destination in 2025
With more than 300 days of annual sunshine, it's a year-round crowd-pleaser.
The surprising UK wine region that even the French have fallen in love with
It is an easy day trip from London.