Want to find the entrance to the Ministry of Magic, walk the Knight Bus route or discover the different doorways into the Leaky Caldron?

Either these questions are total gobbledegook to you (where have you been, exactly?) or you’re a Harry Potter nut who’s head-nodding enthusiastically right now. With the final film in the series approaching, take a trip down memory lane and check out the London movie locations that make up Harry’s world…

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Are you a London bar? Do you hope to ignite some form of fiery revelry in a legion of London drinkers? Are you searching for the secret to success so to avoid a winter of discontent? Then listen up little London bar; come closer and lend an ear as we, the London bar experts of Fluid London, impart upon you the essence of a perfect London bar during the winter months…

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There’s a little bit of an afternoon tea revolution going on in London – away from the traditional ‘n’ touristy likes of the Ritz, London’s boutique tea rooms, bakeries and hotels are serving up a range of quirkier alternatives.

See our seven best-kept secret alternative afternoon teas in London below, all without a curling sandwich or an extortionate bill in sight…

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Why visit London’s historic pubs? John Edwards, owner and manager of London Tavern Trails, gives some clues…

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All set to party in Paris this New Year’s Eve? Whether you’re limbering up to dance the night away, looking for an amazing meal or travelling with kids, our guide to Paris NYE 2011/12 has it covered…

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With Christmas, New Year and flurries of snow just around the corner, we’re really getting in to the swing of winter. So, what better way to embrace the coldest months of the year than to enjoy the kind of stuff you can’t do in summer – like outdoor ice-skating? » Continue reading “Five Outdoor Ice Rinks in Europe with Amazing Views – Winter 2011/2012″

Planning a backpacking trip? If you want to stay in a hostel with a reputation for being a bit naughty, it might be kindest to spare your mother the details until you’re home again.

Knowing you’re headed to hostels famous for late-night drinking, in-house tattoo parlours or being Full Moon Party crash-pads could give her a few gray hairs, so just assure her you’ve secured cosy and safe accommodations… while avoiding mentioning the bungee jumping or fire dancing options.

Read below to find out the five crazy hostels you should visit on your travels (just don’t tell mum…)
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Looking for Halloween events in London? For those seeking thrills and chills, there’s no better place. There are few cities that can rival the multitude of horrifying haunts London has to offer.

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Vegetarian travel can vary wildly from place to place. In a few choice destinations, you can’t move for street stalls and restaurants serving up meat-free grub – in others, you can have a hard time finding anything to eat beyond a cheese sandwich.

Below, we list our seven favourite destinations for veggie travellers – places where you’re never far from a delicious and varied menu of meals to gobble down. Get ready for your mouth to get watering…

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Adéle is interviewed as part of Paris Outdoors Week for our Love Paris campaign

Want to see Paris from the fast lane? We talk scootering round the City of Light – and beyond – with Adéle from Left Bank Scooters…

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