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A passenger plane flying above the clouds at sunset

November 9, 2026

Cheap weekend flights to Europe: best deals for 13 November to 3 January

The cheapest weekend flights to Europe I found from UK airports for late November to New Year, with Friday evening flights out and Sunday flights

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Francesinha sandwich with a fried egg, a Porto speciality

November 9, 2026

Where to eat and drink in Porto: francesinha, port tastings and pastéis

Where to eat and drink in Porto: a francesinha, pastel de nata, market grazing at Bolhao and port tastings in Gaia, with what to skip.

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The Sandeman sign above the Gaia waterfront across the River Douro from Porto

November 2, 2026

A weekend in Porto: a 2-day itinerary with port, pastéis and the river

Plan a weekend in Porto with this 2-day itinerary: Bolhao market, pastel de nata, a 7 bridges boat tour, port tasting in Gaia, where to

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View over Lucerne

December 30, 2024

8 free things to do in Lucerne, Switzerland

Eight free things to do in Lucerne, from the Old Town and Chapel Bridge to the Lion Monument and Musegg Wall, plus how to save

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Christmas in Lucerne: how to spend two festive days in Switzerland

December 13, 2024

Christmas in Lucerne: how to spend two festive days in Switzerland

How to spend Christmas in Lucerne, with a two-day itinerary covering the festive markets, Chapel Bridge, a lake cruise and panoramic mountain views.

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Where to eat and drink in York: a guide to the city’s food scene

June 23, 2024

Where to eat and drink in York: a guide to the city’s food scene

Where to eat and drink in York, from Brew York and Pairings Wine Bar to Shambles street food, Spark York and afternoon tea at Bettys.

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Camden on a budget: top things to see and do

February 25, 2024

Camden on a budget: top things to see and do

How to enjoy Camden on a budget, from Camden Lock Market and the quirky high street to affordable street food from around the world.

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Two days in Lisbon: a perfect weekend itinerary

February 19, 2023

Two days in Lisbon: a perfect weekend itinerary

My itinerary for two days in Lisbon, from the castle and Fado to Belém's custard tarts and LX Factory, plus a bonus third day for

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A weekend in Newcastle and Gateshead: where to go, stay and eat

June 18, 2022

A weekend in Newcastle and Gateshead: where to go, stay and eat

My guide to a weekend in Newcastle and Gateshead, with a cycling tour, the Toon Tour bus, Newcastle Castle, a Quayside hotel and where to

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