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A ski safari in the Italian Dolomites

Andrew Gilchrist feels exhilarated hurtling down the pistes – and almost as excited by the region's cuisine
- Ski holidays: early season deals

Poland: family-friendly skiing and log-cabin feasts

Great-value skiing in the Tatras and a short stint in historic Krakow give John Gimlette and family a two-in-one holiday
Top 10 skiing holidays for kids

There are some great family skiing and snowboarding holidays around this winter, with plenty of on- and off-piste activities to keep all the troops happy
Stay in style in the Swiss Alps

A newly converted eco-barn in a tiny Alpine village is so relaxing it's an effort to get out and enjoy the slopes
- Ski holiday meets music festival in Bulgaria
Skiing the crater of Japan's Mount Yotei volcano

It takes serious effort – and luck with the weather – to scale Mount Yotei, but the fabulous skiing and pristine powder make the trek well worth it

Where to go in England

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Explore our searchable map - including great days, beautiful beaches - and even the odd pub or two
- England calendar - the year in events
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UK hotel guide

Find the perfect place to stay

Our interactive map makes it easier than ever to find your ideal hotel, B&B or self-catering accommodation
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UK's budget restaurants

Where to eat for under £10

Use our interactive map to find hundreds of restaurants, cafes and pubs offering great food at bargain prices

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Local tours in south-east Asia Got a tip for locally run trips, tours, activities? Post it on GuardianWitness and you could win a backpack worth £130
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Your outstanding images of working life from around the world
- Enter this month's competition and you could win an amazing trip to Canada
The Talbot, Knightwick, UK

saltspringisland Nestled between rolling wooded hills and the river Teme, The Talbot is the home of Teme Valley Brewery. The staples 'This' and 'That' and 'T'other' are complemented with a rotating other brews
Thompson LES hotel, New York City

plelarge Fantastic value for money at around £100 per night. Deal included one-bedroom apartment with private terrace and stunning 360-degree view of the NY skyline. Good location for trendy bars and galleries
The Lobster Shack, North Berwick, UK

ma9nuna Fresh, sustainable and locally caught lobster and chips for under £10. Sitting on the harbour wall in the sunshine, glass of wine in hand and watching the world go by is total bliss
Skiddaw House hostel, Keswick, UK

Ricmovida Miles from the nearest road you arrive on foot or by bike. Well worth the effort – the almost untouched views around the beautiful, colourful Back o' Skiddaw fells, moors and valleys are your reward. Real peace
The Fantasticable, Chatel, France

LotusLoves It's a zipwire in the Portes du Soleil in France, which spans a huge valley twice. You are fixed underneath in a canopy face down so it's almost as if you're flying - especially when the wind buffets you as you're halfway across. Amazing!

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Learning how to freedive - video

Ian Donald shows Jessie Hollis how to 'freedive': to dive without breathing apparatus

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USA travel guide

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We enlisted the help of local experts to give us the low-down on each of the regions we passed through on our series of US road trips - and now we've put them all on a map to help you plan the perfect trip

The best of our top 10s

Kerala's top 10 beach hotels and homestays

Whether you're looking for inner peace or just want to laze on some of India's best beaches, you can stay in style without breaking the bank on Kerala's coast
10 of the best restaurants in Paris

You'll find some of the world's very best restaurants in Paris. Food writer Alexander Lobrano selects the best of the best, with a galaxy of Michelin stars between them
Top 10 budget hotels in Bangkok

Bangkok's eclectic and stylish accommodation offers plenty of bang for your baht, from hostels to affordable boutique hotels
Top 10 blogs: Boston, Baltimore, Philadelphia

Street art, best burgers, classical music, gay history, cheap oyster bars: the local city bloggers have all the angles covered in these US cities
Top 10 national parks in California

Yosemite, Death Valley, Joshua Tree, Redwood … California's national and state parks are home to some of the most iconic views and landscapes on the planet
10 of the best destination restaurants in Britain

How far will you go for a great meal? Audrey Gillan picks 10 restaurants worth planning a short break around, with places to stay on site or nearby