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(left) Algarve beaches Alvor, near Portimão;
(below) Rhine Valley Ehrenfels Castle, near Rüdesheim
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BEST CITIES
Romantic Rhine London Theatre, history, art, food:
The Rhine has long mesmerised artists, Britain’s capital has them all. Trips fh
as is illustrated by the 19th-century
paintings in Koblenz on Trip 34: Rome Unique, exquisite, romantic; the
Romantic Rhine. From Düsseldorf one-time capital of the world remains
and Cologne, the majestic river snakes unmissable. Trips 15
through churning whirlpools, medieval
villages, vineyards and castle-capped Dublin Georgian charm in a vibrant,
cliffs. Your trail mirrors it, leading to contemporary city. Plus 1000-plus pubs.
forests and fortresses, and to evenings Trips mn
sipping rieslings under chestnut trees.
Trip y Barcelona Playful, historic and flush
with unique art. The Spanish city of your
dreams. Trip r
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