Blackheath is lovely – and right by Greenwich
The UK's capital is made up of villages. Here Donna Richardson explores Blackheath, an idyllic part of London close to Royal Greenwich.
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The English Riviera: perfect for families
Donna Richardson breaks out the buckets and spades and heads to the West of England. Devon's south coast, she finds, is perfect for families.
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Grimm’s fairytales come to life in downtown Bremen
Donna Richardson finds plenty to see, do - and eat - in Germany's Northwestern city, home to fairytale traditions and plenty of fine fare.
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Bergen – gateway to the Fjords of Norway
Donna Richardson finds that the rainy city of Bergen shows Norway at its best.
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Sri Lanka – 24 hours in Colombo
With just 24 hours to spend in Sri Lanka, Donna Richardson headed to the capital Colombo and commandeered a ‘tuk tuk’ to see the sights in a city break with a difference.
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Life on Male’ – like life on Mars
For most visitors, the Maldives mean idyllic beaches and luxury lodges. Donna Richardson works and stays in the city of Male', and finds a very different country to the postcard-perfect image.
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The Maldives on foot: backpacking Addu
The undeveloped islands of the Maldives have only just opened up to independent travellers. Donna Richardson charts a course around the heart-shaped Addu Atoll and finds it easy to get around on a budget.
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Cargo-boat cruise round the Maldives
The Maldives are best known for their luxury resorts, crowded onto a few small islands leased to international hotel chains. Donna Richardson hops on a local cargo vessel heading to the archipelago's southernmost islands and uncovers an alternative Maldives.
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