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Punta Cana

Samana: the unspoilt peninsula

Located in the north-east of the country, the magnificent Samana peninsula is a bit like the anti-Punta Cana, with its lush green and mountainous landscapes, some of the best preserved...

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Los Angeles

5 things you absolutely must know about L. A. before going there

Located in southern California on the west coast, the city of Los Angeles is a symbol of the United States. World-famous for its huge "Hollywood" letters planted in the hillside, its...

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Las Vegas

7 memorable activities you can only do in Las Vegas

It's not for nothing that Americans call it "Sin City". Because Las Vegas is all about getting the most out of life. It's in its DNA. Its history explains this characteristic, since...

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Cuzco

Visit Machu Picchu

The historic sanctuary of Machu Picchu or wonder of the Inca world. It was Pachacutec, the 9th Inca emperor, who founded the city of Machu Picchu around 1450 AD. It is thought that...

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Toronto

Niagara Falls: the complete guide

The waters of Niagara Falls have been flowing for over 12,500 years. Linking Lake Ontario to Lake Erie, it is the largest and most impressive waterfall in the world. On average, 168,000...

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Agadir

The Souk El Had, the mythical market of the Moroccan kingdom

The city of Agadir is home to the largest souk not only in Morocco but also in Africa. It is one of the most legendary places to visit. It covers an area of 11 hectares and has more...

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Seoul

Seoul by night, a spectacular, sleepless journey

Hidden beneath the clouds by day, sparkling with neon lights by night, Seoul is pulsating, breathing and alive. It literally never sleeps, and the options for enjoying it are endless....

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Santo Domingo

6 emblematic sites in the colonial centre of Santo Domingo

Named Nueva Isabela after Queen Isabella of Castile, Spain, the first city in the New World was founded on 4 August 1496 by Bartolomeo Columbus, Columbus' brother and governor of the...

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Montréal

Saint Joseph's Oratory: Montreal as you've never seen it before

Saint Joseph's Oratory**, perched on the hillside of Mount Royal, overlooks the city of Montreal. What began as a religious man's dream finally became a reality thanks to the generosity...

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Lima

Discover Peruvian gastronomy

Colourful and rich in flavour, Peruvian cuisine is one of the country's main assets. Each region has its own speciality and way of doing things, and recipes and ingredients differ...

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Venice

Venice, along the canals

In sight of the Campanile, the water taxi begins to slow down. The channel leading to Piazza San Marco is marked by wooden posts. Dozens more mark the shoals. Without hesitation, the...

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Colombo

Visit Sri Kailawasanathan Swami Devasthanam Kovil: Colombo's oldest Hindu temple

This colourful temple with its thousand reliefs symbolises an important period in the history of Sri Lanka and its capital. Built during the Dutch occupation, it is the oldest Hindu...

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Montpellier

Delving into Montpellier's cultural life

From music and dance to street art and cinema, Montpellier has nothing left to prove when it comes to cultural life. The city is an ideal destination for anyone who loves a lively...

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Nairobi

Meet the elephants in Amboseli National Park

Elephants tread the African savannah with a determined, confident stride. The imposing pachyderms share the canvas with the majestic giraffes, who move forward with elegant, fluid...

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Casablanca

Spend a day at the Morocco Mall

If you're looking for a day of shopping and family activities, Morocco Mall is the place to be. This gigantic complex covers an area of 190,000 m² and offers a range of 350 shops featuring...

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Ottawa

A day in Gatineau Park

Less than 20 minutes' drive from Ottawa, the green lungs of the Outaouais are a breath of fresh air... Discover the incredible biodiversity of Gatineau Park, with its fifty or so lakes...

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Marrakech

The Day Pass package, a timeless interlude in a sumptuous palace

When you book a getaway to Marrakech, it's above all to relax and unwind. What could be better than spending a lazy day beside a magnificent swimming pool in one of the red city's...

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Brest

Sailing in Brest harbour

Brest is inevitably turned towards the sea. And as soon as you set foot on its territory, you feel drawn to the open sea, like a magnet. Brest's harbour has become part of the city's...

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Milan

Milanese aperitivo, try it and you'll love it

It's just after 7pm and the sunny terraces of the capital of Lombardy are beckoning. There's a tradition in Milan that people like to indulge in after a day spent exploring the city....

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Lyon

Lyon's Festival of Lights, a glittering annual event

In Lyon, there's an annual event that locals wouldn't miss for the world: the Festival of Lights. At the beginning of December, the city is under the spotlight for several evenings...

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Naples

The miracle of San Giovanni (San Gennaro), patron saint of Naples

The city of Naples has more than 400 churches in its historic centre alone, which just goes to show how steeped its inhabitants are in Christianity and its symbols. But Neapolitans...

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Geneva

Spend a day in the medieval town of Yvoire

Situated between Geneva and Evian, Yvoire is a medieval town dating back to the early 14th century. Known for its great beauty, it owes its remarkable architecture to Amédée V le Grand,...

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Berlin

The Oktoberfest, the biggest beer celebration in Berlin

As the golden tones of autumn settle over Berlin, a vibrant celebration unfolds, inviting locals and visitors alike to enjoy an unforgettable experience. Although traditionally associated...

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Palermo

The feast of Santa Rosalia: the 'Santuzza' patron saint of the city

If you are in Palermo on 14 and 15 July, you cannot miss the feast of Santa Rosalia, the patron saint of the city of Palermo. This is an important religious and cultural event for...

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Ajaccio

Discover the Isles Sanguinaires by boat

The Isles Sanguinaires islands to the west of the Gulf of Ajaccio are an intriguing and magnificent archipelago, a reserve of flora and fauna found nowhere else. As majestic as it...

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Budapest

A trip to Budapest's most festive venues

Budapest is one of the best cities in Europe for partying. There are several reasons for this: firstly, life costs nothing! The local currency, the forint, has a very attractive exchange...

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