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Winter scene in Tallinn Estonia

Best cities to visit in winter

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Best winter sports breaks for the 2018-2019 ski season

A view of Barbados' stunning beaches

The best islands for beaches

Kayaking past icebergs in Newfoundland, Canada. Photograph by Destination St. John's

The best island holidays for action and adventure

Alban Pernet

Skiing in Val Cenis, France: Pure as snow

Emirates Palace Dubai

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: city guide

Swimming in Lanai, Hawaii

Best small island escapes for 2018

Sea pool in Madeira, Portugal

Best short-haul winter sun holidays for 2018

An elephant in Yala National Game Reserve, Sri Lanka

A safari holiday to southern Sri Lanka

Massage at Shanti Maurice in Mauritius

Best fitness and wellness breaks in the Indian Ocean

A canoe padler at sunset

Papua New Guinea: Animal spirits