43 h. ago Pretty European island that pensioners love is 26C in October

Crete is one of the largest and most diverse islands in Greece, offering a mix of ancient history, beautiful beaches, and a warm climate that makes it a popular choice for retirees

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3 d. ago Woman convinced she's found 'best scones' in the UK that are hidden in cute town

A woman named Kat claims to have found 'the best' scones in an unassuming tearoom in a pretty town – so here's where to find the lovely location that serves cream tea

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7 d. ago Pretty riverside Welsh town with cosy pubs is perfect for autumn

It's a pretty town with a rich history and stunning scenery, perfect for a day trip or weekend break.

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8 d. ago Dog owners face pet tourist tax in holiday hotspot after DNA poo database fails

Politicians in the northern Italian city of Bolzano have decided that dogs must start paying their way, the locals having grown sick of the mess that plagues the pretty town

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8 d. ago Forget Bath – this historic English town is a charming, crowd

Boasting stately architecture and impressive spa hotels, Sarah Riches thinks Buxton is the perfect place for an elegant weekend getaway

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9 d. ago Doc Martin's pretty seaside town 'ruined' by tourists and locals 'hate it'

A once tranquil fishing village famed for featuring in the TV series Doc Martin is now said to be inundated with visitors

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1 week ago The best hotels in Palma de Mallorca, from boutique boltholes to stays with rooftop pools

Palma is a city with an abundance of beautiful architecture and historic landmarks – find a hotel that is just as impressive with our list

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1 week ago Pretty UK seaside town with huge beach ignored by tourists due to popular neighbour

The quaint fishing harbour is located in a very famous part of the UK, but is a lot less popular than its surrounding area.

Society

1 week ago The beautiful Manchester restaurant steeped in history named one of the UK's best

The restaurant has become known for its unique culinary concept

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1 week ago Inside Alan Titchmarsh's life in pretty country town where homes average £378,000

Alan Titchmarsh has been a familiar face on British television for decades, but the gardening expert prefers to keep his personal life out of the spotlight

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2 w. ago Quaint seaside town with 'friendly' locals and stunning views is the UK's 'best kept secret'

The pretty seaside town has been named one of the UK's 'best kept secrets' - and we went to find out why it's so special.

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2 w. ago Pretty English town where locals are struggling with 'just too many tourists'

The Lake District is a popular tourist destination, but locals say the number of visitors is causing chaos. with some towns seeing levels of overcrowding comparable to Venice and Paris

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2 w. ago This colourful leafy forest trail with waterfalls is one of the UK’s top 10 autumn walks

This beautiful and carefully managed woodland has a fascinating history and many trails to explore

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2 w. ago Pretty seaside town that's like stepping back in time was brought back from the brink

Porthmadog is a charming harbour town on the edge of the Eryri National Park and the estuary of the Afon Glaslyn as it runs into Tremadog Bay. It has had a major reinvention after its industyr collapsed

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2 w. ago 'Prettiest' capital city in the world is less than three hours from UK with £25 flights

Rome is often called the most beautiful city in the world, and it's easy to see why. The Italian capital is full of history, world-famous landmarks and beautiful buildings at every turn

Economics

3 w. ago Wetherspoon founder's quiet life in pretty coastal town where properties fetch millions

Sir Tim Martin, the founder of pub chain JD Wetherspoon, has amassed a fortune of around £280million. He now lives in a multi-million pound home in a pretty Devon town

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3 w. ago Pretty town surrounded by waterfalls and mountains feels like being in the Alps

Betws-y-Coed in north Wales is a beautiful town surrounded by craggy mountains, peaceful lakes, and lush woodlands - making it an ideal spot for an autumn break

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3 w. ago Hotel on outskirts of pretty town has one of the best ocean views in Wales and an underground spa

I recently found a coastal bolthole with one of the best ocean views in Wales and a submerged spa with a bubbly whirlpool, perfect for an autumn break.

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3 w. ago Pretty leafy town with waterfalls and cute coffee shops is best place to visit in autumn

One of our favourite autumn spots is a beautiful town in north Wales with a distinct alpine feel and charming stone buildings and bridges

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3 w. ago Beautiful historic town is just as pretty as Bath but without the crowds

The charming town near Bath has oodles of charm without the crowds

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