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Choosing a first European city break

The best first European city for you is the one that fits your interests, available time, and comfort with travel.

Design hotels: when paying more can be worthwhile

A design hotel can be a meaningful part of a trip, but an attractive interior does not by itself justify a higher rate.

Food weekends under four days: choose a route, not a restaurant marathon

A food weekend works best when meals give structure to the trip without consuming every hour or every bit of appetite.

Walkable cities for slower travel: plan the route around the person

Walkability is not a single quality that applies equally to every traveler.