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  1. 10 delicious kid-friendly foods of the world

    17 June 2013

    Parents remain ever hopeful as we strive to introduce different foods into our children’s diets. Whether your family is travelling...

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  2. What an eyeful: the world’s most beautiful buildings

    28 May 2013

    Straight away we’ll say that this isn’t a top 10 list. There are just far too many styles of buildings,...

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  3. Europe’s hot springs: 20 of the best spots for a soak

    17 May 2013

    Sliding into a bathtub after a long day is one of life’s little luxuries, but there’s nothing quite like the...

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  4. How to plan a trek along the Abraham Path

    22 March 2013

    A new series of walking trails through the Middle East is opening up trekking opportunities in a region more often...

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  5. Conquer your fear: 4 tips for solo women travelers

    31 January 2013

    Lonely Planet produced this article in conjunction with our partner, Self Magazine. Take our travel poll to see what kind...

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  6. Top 10 spots to witness the Apocalypse

    13 December 2012

    The Apocalypse: it’s coming on 21 December, according to some largely discredited interpretations of Mayan prophecies. Even if it means...

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  7. A guide to the eateries of Turkey

    20 November 2012

    A guide to the various types of eating places you’ll find in Turkey.One of the joys of eating out in...

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  8. Paying tribute: where to visit famous memorials

    01 November 2012

    When you travel, are you looking for 100% rest and relaxation? Or do you find yourself drawn to the history...

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  9. Remembering Gallipoli: must-see sights for Anzac Day

    30 July 2012

    From Turkey, Australia and New Zealand to Britain and France, people join together ever...

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  10. Top 5 tips for travel during Ramadan

    24 July 2012

    Ramadan Mubarak! With the Muslim holy month of Ramadan underway, now’s a good time to learn to say ‘Happy Ramadan!’...

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  11. Turkish picnics

    27 June 2012

    Turks are enthusiastic, expert picnickers – there are thousands of piknik yeri (picnic grounds) dotted all over the country. Some...

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  12. Dos and don’ts for sailing Turkey’s Mediterranean coast

    27 June 2012

    The Turquoise Coast is a glistening stretch of clear blue sea where gods once played in sublime pebble coves and now...

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  13. Stepping out: the world’s best long walks

    22 June 2012

    Forget planes, trains and automobiles – the greenest and greatest way to travel is to use your own two feet....

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  14. Steal away: hidden coastlines of the Mediterranean

    20 June 2012

    If lying elbow-to-elbow with sunbathing strangers on a French Riviera beach doesn’t fit your criteria for a relaxing seaside getaway,...

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  15. Turkey off the beaten track

    20 June 2012

    Istanbul, Ephesus, Cappadocia, Mardin. While the...

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  16. Top 10 hedonistic city breaks

    20 June 2012

    Whether you want beach parties, packed-out clubs or sexy tango schools, surrender to the seduction of these party cities.Berlin, GermanyYou...

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  17. Calling the caf-fiends: great coffee spots

    19 June 2012

    It inspires passion, opinion and addiction. It’s the world’s second most valuable commodity (after petroleum), and it will almost certainly...

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  18. Best places to get dance fever

    17 June 2012

    Leave the wallflowers behind and learn from the professional in these hometowns of high-energy dances.1. Flamenco, Andalucía, SpainFew parts of...

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  19. Top 10 works of engineering genius

    30 May 2012

    Those monuments you’ve crossed the planet to see – they’re big, but are they clever? Well, yes, actually they are....

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  20. Navigating Istanbul by night

    13 April 2012

    The residents of Istanbul do a number of things extremely well. They shop with an almost religious fervour, they demand...

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  21. A perfect trip to Turkey

    04 April 2012

    In this ancient country where Europe meets Asia, the sun shines down on a unique fusion of history and scenery,...

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  22. The dying art of bargaining in Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar

    26 March 2012

    The elaborate etiquette of the Ottoman Empire lingers in many day-to-day rituals still observed in its greatest creation, the city...

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  23. A perfect day in Istanbul

    22 March 2012

    The day starts early and evocatively in Turkey’s biggest city. At dawn, the amplified strains of the call to prayer...

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  24. Master the art of cooking like a local

    22 March 2012

    One of the best souvenirs you can bring back from a trip is some tasty dishes to share with your...

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  25. Ask Lonely Planet: where can I find an unusual wine-tasting experience?

    29 February 2012

    Lonely Planet’s experts have travel suggestions galore, so they couldn’t wait to advise Lonely Planet Magazine reader Emma Cohen on...

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