Historical sites, amazing food, the awe-inspiring Bosporus – these are but a few of the 11 reasons why you should visit Istanbul.

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11 Reasons To Visit Istanbul

From boutique vineyards to an ancient king's tomb, Mediterranean cruises to restored historic homes, Turkey has plenty to see and do.

12 Best Things to See and Do in Turkey

Beautiful beaches, friendly people, amazing food, and archaeological wonders are just some of the reasons why Turkey is so great.

10 Reasons Why You Should Visit Turkey at Least Once in Your Lifetime

From getting orientated to seeing the major sights to going a bit local, check out the best way to spend five days in Istanbul.

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How to Spend 5 Days in Istanbul

Nobel Laureate Orhan Pamuk has opened a museum displaying artefacts in parallel with his novel Museum of Innocence, which tells a love story lasting three decades.

Orhan Pamuk’s ‘Museum of Innocence’ Opens in Istanbul

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Over the decades, Parisian jazz has lost none of its vitality or diversity. If you are planning a visit and want to see some live jazz, take a look at our round-up of the best venues to see live jazz performed in the French capital.

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The 10 Best Jazz Clubs in Paris

Join us for a tour of ten must-visit independent art galleries around Paris, one of the contemporary art world's most precious cities.

8 Must-Visit Independent Art Galleries in Paris

Discover the unique items you can only buy in Paris, from original antiquarian books to delicious confectionery and chocolate.

11 Things You Can Only Buy in Paris

Read our guide to drinking coffee in Paris, and find out the essential dos and don'ts of the local café culture that every tourist should learn.

How to Drink Coffee Like a Local in Paris

Find out where to see the 10 most important and influential works of art located in the French capital, Paris.

10 World-Famous Paintings You Can See Only in Paris

A profile of some of the oldest, most famous, and quirkiest markets in Paris, France.

The Best Markets in Paris: From Flowers to Food

Let us walk you through a weekend in Paris to all the big sights and delicious eats the city has to offer.

A Quick Guide To Paris In 72 Hours

We talk to the master baker responsible for the best croissants in Paris – perhaps even the world.

Meet Christophe Vasseur, Creator of the Best Croissants in Paris

Read our definitive guide to shopping in Paris and discover the best boutiques, department stores and pop-up markets to visit.

Guide to the Best Shopping in Paris, From Designer Shops to Malls

From local dives to charming, intimate caves à vin, we've assembled the best spots to taste wine in Paris!

The Best Wine Bars in Paris, France

From gorgeous vineyards to astonishing architecture and exciting museums, we explore the best things to do in and around Bordeaux.

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Top 10 Things To Do And See In Bordeaux, France

Discover the beauty of the historic neighbourhood St-Germain-des-Près, Paris, by spending 24 hours exploring; you'll unearth some French literary legends and an abundance of cafés and fashionable boutiques.

How to Spend a Day in St-Germain, Paris

Discover the most photogenic spots in Paris - from gilt bridges to gorgeous royal décor - these places are every photographer's dream.

11 Photogenic Spots in Paris

From ham and butter baguettes to gourmet kebabs via paninis, pan bagnat, bánh mì, and pitas, these are the eight best sandwich shops in all of Paris!

The 8 Best Sandwiches In Paris

From the best neighborhood to stay to where to enjoy classic French meals, this quick guide introduces readers to Paris.

Our Travel Editor's Guide to Visiting Paris for the First Time

Cats have become an integral part of Istanbul, but where did all these felines comes from and how have they changed the culture?

Istanbul's Street Cats: The Infamous Four-Legged Locals

From soft and tender lamb meat to vegetable based meze dishes to baked layers of dough with different fillings, there's lots to eat in Istanbul.

15 Iconic Turkish Meals to Eat in Istanbul

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