York's city walls and York Minster.

Why overseas tourists shouldn’t miss out on Yorkshire

Many of England’s most enjoyable tourist attractions are in Yorkshire. Visitors from overseas should make time to see them, rather than heading straight for Edinburgh. The train through Yorkshire As the camera-toting hordes pack into London, then take the train up to Edinburgh for the…
MAS in Antwerp.

Why Antwerp is one of Europe’s most underrated cities

The Fashion District, the hip Het Zuid neighbourhood and attractions such as the Red Star Line Museum make Antwerp unique in Belgium. Antwerp: Not like the rest of Belgium Cool is not generally seen as Belgium’s strong suit. Overcrowded Bruges is all picturesque canals, horse…
Inside the Capela dos Ossos, Faro.

Faro, Portugal: What to see, do and eat

A chapel made of bones and a birdlife-packed estuary help make Faro more than just a gateway airport to the Algarve. What makes Faro unique? The Algarve is often seen as a patchwork of smallness – some pretty ghastly resort towns mixed in with cute…
Anna Bar in Bangkok, Thailand.

Why plastic seats are the sign of a great Bangkok bar

Thailand’s capital is at its best when it’s cheap and international – and the best bars in Bangkok have plastic seats. People-watching in Bangkok’s bars The posh type on the next table is braying about how he used to be his school’s top dope dealer.…
Edinburgh Castle.

Is Edinburgh Castle open on Mondays?

Edinburgh Castle is usually open on Mondays – but there’s one important thing to check before you turn up at the gate. What makes Edinburgh Castle worth visiting? The city views from the terrace outside Edinburgh Castle are tremendous, but inside it’s a glorious mixture…
The Apartheid Museum in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Eight reasons to add Johannesburg to your South Africa trip

The Apartheid Museum, sporting clashes and Constitution Hill are all good reasons to make Johannesburg more than a flight connection hub. Johannesburg in South Africa doesn’t have the most glamorous of reputations. But that’s not to say you should get out as fast as you…
The Art Gallery of Ontario in Toronto, Canada.

How to get cheaper tickets for the Art Gallery of Ontario

Want a discount on Art Gallery of Ontario tickets? Well, they’re cheaper on third party sites than the official site, for unfathomable reasons. To skip the explanation and book Art Gallery of Ontario tickets without the service fee, head this way. Why visit the Art…
Segovia's Alcazar.

Segovia, Spain: The best things to do, see, buy and eat

Segovia has two extraordinary sights in the Alcazar and Roman aqueduct – but it’s a hugely atmospheric city to hang out in, too. What makes Segovia unique? Two stellar attractions at either end of the historic centre – the Roman aqueduct and the Disney-esque castle…
The Tower of London from the River Thames.

Is the £38 Tower of London ticket price worth the money?

The Tower of London entrance fee includes the Crown Jewels, Beefeater tours, the White Tower and the Bloody Tour. Nine centuries of history makes the ticket price worth it. This guide was updated in October 2026 to reflect increased ticket prices. How much is the…