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Each year, a spruce tree in a Norwegian forest is carefully chosen, ceremoniously felled and shipped over to London
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Off-piste skiing paradise La Grave in the French Alps has raised more than €60,000 through crowdfunding to try and fight off developers
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These aniseed-flavoured doughnuts with mashed squash are crispy, chewy and sweet – perfect for soaking up the booze on a night out in Lima
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Winter is the time for exploring snowy European cities full of cosy cafes – especially when they’re served by budget airlines with low-season fares
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One of Colombia’s natural wonders, the Caño Cristales river lies deep inside what was Farc rebel territory. But last month’s historic peace deal means tourists can enjoy its many-hued waters
beach on a budget
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Enjoy ocean views from rooftop bars or just step out and get the sand between your toes. From Mazatlán to Pochutla, here are 10 charming beachside escapes
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Well-known and deservedly popular for its jungle, coast and ancient ruins, the Yucatán peninsula can be a pricey place to stay – unless you pick one of these brilliant budget hotels and hostels
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The Seychelles islands of Mahé, Praslin and La Digue may be known for their luxury resorts but there is also a great selection of family-run, more affordable guesthouses just as close to the archipelago’s famous, world-class beaches
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With independent art and street food scenes, and clubs and soundsystems bursting with bass, the second city has first-rate cultural credentials – if, like our writer, you know where to look
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People take part in the 7th Edition of the Nautic SUP Paris Crossing stand up paddle competition on the river Seine, in Paris
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A new five-star B&B on the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds offers bags of comfort and a chance to explore one of the country’s underappreciated rural areas
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Away from the increasingly crowded area around the capital, there are new ways of exploring Iceland’s untamed landscapes – and a hotel that looks like a Bond lair
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Gentrified Peckham Rye now has a pub with rooms to match. And the food’s pretty high-end, too
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A tea plantation bungalow, surfer hostel, cottage near the beach and off-grid lodge are among our picks of great new places to stay in Sri Lanka
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Immerse yourself in the outdoors but stay toasty warm at our pick of rustic stays inspired by accommodation in Finland, Lapland and even the Iranian highlands
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How can Kirsty Pope persuade her mud-averse husband to go on a forest activity break in winter? By staying in a luxury Forestry Commission cabin where you can observe the nature from your sofa
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This new gallery inside the (otherwise free) museum invites children to become scientists through 50 interactive displays and regular live shows
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The round-the-world yachtsman’s fondest childhood memories are of holiday trips to a tiny islet off Jersey – and grabbing live lobsters with his bare hands
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Retired plumber Steve Etches has spent years combing the coast for ammonites and dinosaur bones. He has collected so many a £5m, world-class museum, in the village of Kimmeridge, has been built to house them all
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These wild acres are an oasis in busy south-west London – and even kids left cold by the many migrating birds will love the otters and adventure playground
readers' tips
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Glühwein and hot chocolate, snowy views, empty museums and comfort food … Guardian readers pick the best European cities for an atmospheric winter holiday
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If you’ve travelled to parts of India few westerners see, you could win a £200 voucher from uk.hotels.com by sharing your tip on the untrodden subcontinent
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Have you found somewhere really fabulous on your travels in 2016? Whatever and wherever it is, we want to hear about it for our end-of-year round up
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Colombo, Jaffna and Galle captivate readers, as do Sri Lanka’s national parks (with leopards), beautiful B&Bs, street food (with a real kick) and tea. Lots of tea
you may have missed
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Travel books broaden the mind and provide ideas for your own trips. From beautiful photography books to daring and madcap adventures all these make perfect presents
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The tiny Greek island that so enchanted Leonard Cohen in the 1960s still captivates today. Yiannis Baboulias tours some of the haunts that inspired the great musician
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It's on the brink of a tourism boom but off the beaten track are deserted shores, natural beauty and little-visited temples
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