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The ceiling at the Basilica of the Sagrada Familia.

After 144 years, the ‘greatest modern building on Earth’ passes a new milestone

Here it is as if architectural modernism never happened, and we kept creating places with joy, natural patterns and a whiff of the sacred.

  • Nicholas Boys Smith
Jaen is home to 66 million olive trees.

You may not have heard of this place, but you’ve probably tasted its produce

It’s home to one of the world’s largest man-made forests, but this Spanish region remains under the radar. Blame Italy’s superior marketing.

  • Shaney Hudson
While longer cruises are expensive, one of their advantages is that the per-day cost is generally lower.

Cruise passengers are taking longer trips, including epic 100-night journeys

While the average length of cruises is getting shorter, anyone looking for a magnificently long journey can satisfy their cruise cravings.

  • Brian Johnston
Split promises a quintessentially Mediterranean panorama of peacock-blue sea edges, green hills and brown rocky mountains beyond.

Port guide: Split, Croatia

This Croatian port city isn’t as famous as Dubrovnik, but you might find it a much more enjoyable, lively and authentic experience.

  • Brian Johnston
Walking on Dingle’s wind-battered beaches makes you want to write symphonies or kiss someone’s freckled face.

In a place where everyone travels the coast, most miss this gorgeous highlight

Just south of here, an international traffic jam of sightseers circulates around the tourist route. Only a few will explore its crowd-free neighbour.

  • Brian Johnston
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Ten things we’ll never understand about Turkey

Istanbul is one of the world’s most visited cities and Turkey one of the world’s best destinations, but that doesn’t mean we always know what’s going on.

  • Brian Johnston
Fruit market in Porto’s Bolhao Market.

In this city, snacks come fast and cheap, but you won’t be able to stop at one

In historic markets and neighbourhood hangouts, treats abound for those on a budget.

  • Julia D'Orazio
Tranquil Three Cliffs Bay.

The great British bucket-list: 20 must-do highlights of the UK

The UK can be an amazing country to explore, whether you’re a first-timer or seasoned visitor, with a compelling mix of experiences and destinations.

  • Chris Moss
Viking ships at Valletta in Malta.

Here’s how to save thousands on a cruise, even in pricey Europe

Fwer packed ports, fewer queues, special festivals, no heatwaves, but the best thing about low-season cruising is the price.

  • Brian Johnston
A story of resilience … Belfast’s Europa Hotel.

Still standing: Inside ‘the most bombed hotel in Europe’

Tell a local you’re staying at the Europa and they’re bound to have a story to tell you about the property that withstood more than 30 bombings over three decades.

  • Sue Wallace