Europe and Middle East

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Rupert Parker visits mysterious Moldova, a land teeming with history. Chisenau Wine Festival

Mysterious Moldova. Discover a land rich in history.

I’m waiting for an audience with the Gypsy King of Moldova, Arthur Cerari, and this is his palace.

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Michael Edwards reviews The Hide at the Jumeirah Al Qasr

The Hide at the Jumeirah Al Qasr

Whilst one of the chefs is cooking the steak that you have selected, you can start piling up your plate.

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Rupert Parker goes hunting Christmas Markets in Northern France

Christmas Markets in Northern France. Festive fun in France.

Most people hurtle through Pas de Calais on their way South but it’s an easy hop across the channel, particularly if you use Eurostar.

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Anthea Gerrie gets wild and windy as she drives Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way

Driving Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way

 The spectre of a renewed “hard Irish border” being raised daily in the run-up to Brexit is reason enough to take a road trip around Britain’s closest neighbour.

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Rupert Parker uncovers the secret Costa Brava if you're a lover of getting away from the tourist treadmill. Girona Riverside

Secret Costa Brava. Catalonia

Discover a different Costa Brava. Boutique hotels by beautiful beaches, linked by attractive coastal paths, serving exquisite Catalan food.

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The Lebanese Bakery

The Lebanese Bakery. Delicious Levantine Food.

Tucking into a deliciously fresh manousheh I found myself staring at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane, directly opposite, and thinking what a great position this is for a pre or post-theatre meal.

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