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Why you should go to Ibiza in winter instead – where it’s still 24C with deserted coves and cheap flights

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Ibiza is ideal for a top winter escape - pictured our haunt the INNSiDE Ibiza Beach hotel

SIMON COWELL aside, few of us have the time, means or money to jet off to the Caribbean every winter.

Thankfully, there’s a two-hour-30-minute alternative — Ibiza.

Ibiza is ideal for a top winter escape - pictured our haunt the INNSiDE Ibiza Beach hotel

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Ibiza is ideal for a top winter escape – pictured our haunt the INNSiDE Ibiza Beach hotelCredit: Supplied
Rooms at the INNSiDE Ibiza Beach are from £149 per night in October 2025

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The White Isle — once the preserve of 18-30s hedonists — is rapidly becoming the place to holiday for those seeking some winter sun.

And, of course, fun.

Because Ibiza, away from its beautiful hills, nature and incredible hikes, will always be a place to get away from it all.

Whispering Angel, the millennial rose of choice, is served al fresco all year round, and with temperatures hitting 25 degrees last December, who needs an overpriced Barbados beach club?

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Gradually, Ibiza has been extending its winter season and now, most of the clubs and bars close in November.

However, many hotels are now open all year round while several beach clubs also remain open.

Christmas and New Year’s Day have become huge party days on the balmy Balearic island while Ibiza’s famous hippy markets operate all year round.

Looking at my pasty skin, and realising I hadn’t needed to water my plants for WEEKS because of the seemingly endless driving rain and grey skies, I booked a very last-minute trip.

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A regular in summer, I had never before been in the winter months.

It averaged an exceedingly bearable 24 degrees and, even better, was around half the price of peak season.

Heythorp Park Ibiza sunsets

Which added another degree of sweetness to the four-day package.

We stayed on San Antonio Bay — not to be confused with San Antonio itself, THE party bit which has fairground rides, McDonald’s at every turn and bars offering two-for-one goldfish bowls.

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The Bay, a seven-minute drive away, is far quieter and offers prettier views.

We booked into the INNSiDE Ibiza Beach hotel, part of the upscale-but-slightly-more-affordable Melia chain of resorts, where rooms cost around £200 a night including breakfast in October, dropping to £149 in November.

The hotel comes with a brilliant gym overlooking the sea — no back wall so you can feel the sea breeze as you pound away — and two pools.

The stunning rooftop infinity pool overlooks the azure Mediterranean, with a DJ spinning tunes at sunset.

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One afternoon, a pop-up tattoo parlour appeared. (Incredibly, the hotel has a full-time studio in reception for adventurous guests to make their mark.)

Two happy hours — morning and evening — mean that the “vibe” is pretty buzzy, and some guests chose not to leave the confines of INNSiDE all week long.

The breakfast buffet, boasting a Bloody Mary station and a pancake pop-up, was also a sight to behold.

Quite literally a sight for sore eyes on a mild to middling hangover, too.

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A chef makes up your eggs any which way, and each day there’s a local delicacy section offering regional delights.

A spinach, walnut, cranberry and nutmeg dish was the highlight (and tasted nicer than it sounds, granted).

A plethora of local restaurants are all within a ten-minute walk, but far and away our best meal out was at Aragma restaurant.

Sunsets are another USP of this beautiful island

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It’s a Michelin-style Greek place owned and run by a British couple, with a talented Greek chef bossing the kitchen. The food was stunning.

At most restaurants, you can expect to pay around £75 for two courses and some wine.

It may be off season, but Ibiza is never cheap.

Secret coves

The flights, however — starting at about 90 quid return — are.

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Ibiza isn’t all daytime drinking and indulgence, however.

On day three, we set off on a glorious 90-minute coastal hike, ending up at the CBbC beachclub on Cala Bassa — an equal split of locals and tourists.

Two glasses of champagne set us back £32, though.

Next time, Prosecco.

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While the north of the island is unquestionably the most beautiful, the bay area is incredibly handy for travelling to and from places.

Quad bikes and E-bikes are available for hire, meaning you can explore the island at leisure in your own time.

Much like Antigua, where they say there’s a beach to explore for every day of the year, Ibiza is not short of secret coves and beaches.

We got a taxi to the Cotton Club restaurant, in Sant Josep, and decided to go off-piste.

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Within eight minutes, we were perched atop a completely deserted — bar one woman and her swimming dog — private cove overlooking glorious, rugged red cliffs.

Sunsets are another USP of this beautiful island — all the more beautiful in winter without vape-puffing, sunglasses-wearing clubbers stumbling out of Pacha at 6am.

Perhaps the most famous place to watch the sun go down is at Cafe Mambo, in San Antonio, and although the bar is closed from November, the sprawling, pebble beach attracts picnickers and those supping bubbles on the beachfront all year long.

And, even better, you can bring your own.

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So for anyone fed up with England’s winter misery, Ibiza might just be the short-haul trip of dreams with something for absolutely everybody.

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Tuck in to a delicious beach brunchCredit: Supplied

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GETTING THERE: Ryanair flies to Ibiza from Stansted with fares in October 2025 from £82pp.

See ryanair.com.

STAYING THERE: Rooms at the INNSiDE Ibiza Beach from £149 per night in October 2025.

See melia.com.

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Pretty English region to be the ‘next Cotswolds’ named one of the world’s top 2025 destinations to visit

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Sussex - home to placed like Brighton - has been named a top 2025 desintation

A REGION in the UK has been named one of the best places to visit in the world.

Sussex was named one of Conde Nast Traveller’s 25 Best Places to Go.

Sussex - home to placed like Brighton - has been named a top 2025 desintation

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Sussex – home to placed like Brighton – has been named a top 2025 desintationCredit: Alamy

The region joined other stunning places including Cuba, Marseille, Greenland and Uganda in the hot list.

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Trying to decide on the list, they said: “Twenty-five places that, no questions asked, our editors would jump at the opportunity to visit next year [and] places we want you to know about, before your TikTok feed is swimming in them.

“[They are] places that speak to our values as travellers in 2025, be it innovation in conservation, astounding creativity, or a profound sense of human connection.”

But the website raved about both East and West Sussex, with some hotels “set to be as fashionable in 2025 as it was in its 19th-century heyday when Turner and Constable were regulars”.

Brighton was named its “seaside star” with new hotels including 124 Brighton and even a new lido last year.

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An insider told them: “The area is a hotbed of creatives, with designer Martin Brudnizki, florist Millie Proust, and Mumford & Sons’ Ted Dwane all living nearby.”

When asked if it could become the new Cotswolds they said: “You never know – we’ve certainly got plenty more vineyards.”

You can explore the Sussex coastline along the recently opened King Charles III England Coast Path.

This runs all the way from Shoreham-by-Sea to Eastbourne.

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Here are some of the best places you can visit across Sussex, according to Sun writers…

Goring-by-Sea

“Goring-by-sea is a small and relatively suburban neighbourhood with quality brunch spots, charming seafront walks and a restful atmosphere.

It is far less busy than the better-known Sussex coastal towns of Littlehampton, Worthing and Bognor Regis so don’t expect packed beaches and busy restaurants.

Unlike other traditional seasides, you won’t find arcades or roller coaster-filled piers here either.

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The Blue Flag-winning stretch of sand has a fish kiosk selling seafood caught that morning as well as cute fishing boats.

– Caroline Iggulden

Camber Sands

Camber Sands is famous for its beautiful sand dunes and seven miles of beach

Fans of films The Monuments Men and The Theory Of Everything will recognise the beach, used to film parts of them.

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A few tiny wooden houses dot the flat shoreline (protected as an RSPB nature reserve) with a lighthouse you can also visit.

– Nick Jones

Camber Sands, Brighton and Rye are all some of the top spots in Sussex loved by tourists

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Camber Sands, Brighton and Rye are all some of the top spots in Sussex loved by touristsCredit: Alamy

Brighton

Brighton’s cobbles are lined with colourful shops and misshapen signs swinging from old doorways, with many dating back to the 16th century.

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“Make sure to stay at The Southern Belle, a great boutique hotel further west along the seafront.

The best spots to eat are the Rockwater Hove – the place to go for unbeatable views of the ocean fresh seafood – The Salt Room, another seafront restaurant.

Sophie Swietochowski

Rye

Despite having a harbour, Rye isn’t a seaside town – but it still has cute cobbled streets, quaint antique shops and cosy pubs.

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The best one is the Mermaid Inn, with parts of the pub dating back to 1156, although Giant’s Fireplace Bar also makes you feel like you are stepping back in time.

Don’t forget to head to Knoops which serves up some of the best hot chocolate around the UK, but was founded in Rye by a ‘chocolate sommelier’.

Caroline McGuire

Condé Nast Traveller’s Best Places to Go in 2025

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  • Ahr Valley, Germany
  • Alaska, US
  • Cuba
  • Djerba, Tunisia
  • Dronning Maud Land, Antarctica
  • El Impenetrable National Park, Argentina
  • Emerald Coast, Nicaragua
  • Faroe Islands
  • Greenland
  • Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
  • Karakol, Kyrgyzstan
  • La Paz, Bolivia
  • Marseille, France
  • Muscat, Oman
  • Ngongoro Crater, Tanzania
  • Palau
  • Peruvian Amazon
  • Prayagraj (Allahabad), India
  • Queensland’s Tropical Coast
  • Southwestern Nigeria
  • Space Coast, Florida
  • Subantarctic Islands, Australia & New Zealand
  • The Top End, Australia
  • Uganda
  • Sussex, UK

Lonely Planet recently revealed their top 2025 holiday destinations, with Toulouse coming in number one.

And here are the trending 2025 destinations according to SKyscanner.

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Air Canada to reinstate Ottowa-London flights in March 2025

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The service saw a four-year hiatus due to Covid, but is now returning on 31 March 2025, operating on a seasonal basis from then on

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World’s first Disney Music Festival to launch at its Paris theme park – with live singers performing classic hits

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A new immersive and innovative show called Disney Tales of Magic will launch on January 10, 2025

DISNEYLAND Paris will host the first-ever Disney Music Festival next year – here’s everything we know so far.

Set to launch in spring 2025, Disney Music Festival will feature Disney’s greatest hits.

A new immersive and innovative show called Disney Tales of Magic will launch on January 10, 2025

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A new immersive and innovative show called Disney Tales of Magic will launch on January 10, 2025Credit: Disneyland Paris
Disneyland Paris will host the first-ever Disney Music Festival next year, with live performances set to take place through the French theme park

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Disneyland Paris will host the first-ever Disney Music Festival next year, with live performances set to take place through the French theme parkCredit: Disneyland Paris

Visitors to the French theme park will watch live singers perform beloved classics and contemporary hits from Disney Animation and Pixar animated films.

A wide range of songs will be performed from “a pop/rock concert featuring Disney’s greatest hits to Minnie Mouse’s parade with her marching band, and the sunny melodies of Moana“.

The new music festival will take place “all across the park” – with exact locations yet to be announced.

Disney Music Festival is set to launch on April 19, 2025 and will run until September 7, 2025, with further details to follow.

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Theme park fans won’t have to wait until next spring for a new attraction though, with another new offering launching in January.

Disney Tales of Magic has been described as a “new innovative and immersive nighttime spectacular”.

Debuting on January 10, 2025, the 20-minute show will immerse guests in a unique sensory journey through some of Disney Animation and Pixar’s most beloved stories.

Famous Disney characters and scenes will be projected onto Main Street USA and the Disney Castle or the first time ever.

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Cutting-edge technology, including drones, projections, laser technology, pyrotechnics and fountain displays, have been used to create the new nighttime show.

A new soundscape has been recorded for Disney Tales of Magic.

New Disney Adventure cruise ship reveals huge central garden

Natacha Rafalski, President of Disneyland Paris, commented: “At Disneyland Paris, we’ve always strived to push the boundaries of what’s possible in nighttime entertainment, and Disney Tales of Magic takes that vision even further.

“Our teams have crafted something truly magical, an experience that will captivate and inspire guests for years to come.

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“Building on our legacy of innovation, creativity, and storytelling, we’re excited for this show to become a lasting part of the story of Disneyland Park.”

Earlier this year, Disneyland Paris revealed a brand-new named for its second park – as well as a new ride and an immersive world.

The new additions are part of a multi-billion-pound investment at the theme park that will see Walt Disney Studio Parks being renamed Disney Adventure World.

Part of the rebranding includes a transformed new entrance area, with an “open-air movie studio” where guests will be taken to a “a glamorous film premiere in the heart of Hollywood on a starry night”.

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The new entrance, named World Premier, will open spring 2025 and will let guests enter the World Premiere Plaza,

Also new will be Adventure Way, a garden inspired promenade with The Regal View Restaurant and Lounge.

Last year, an English-themed pub opened at Disneyland Paris, called The Royal Pub.

Other Disney parks are getting new attractions too, with a new €2billion land set to open at Disneyland in California.

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What is the new Disneyland Hotel like?

THE Sun’s Head of Travel Lisa Minot was one of the first to visit the new Disneyland Paris resort.

“When the hotel closed in April 2021, the fairy-tale building that spans the entrance to Disneyland Paris was taken back to bare concrete and rebuilt from the bottom up.

“The result is the only 5-star hotel in the world dedicated to Disney royalty.

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“It’s a palatial celebration of all Disney Princesses – and their Princes – from Frozen’s Queen Elsa to Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast and more.

“The ultimate treat for all wannabe Disney Princesses and Princes is the My Royal Dream makeover, where little ones can become their heroines or heroes.

“And the 487 rooms and suites are all designed to immerse you in the classic Disney characters.

“There’s even a Disneyland Hotel Cuvée champagne, produced especially for the hotel by the Maison Pierre Mignon.”

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If you fancy a quick trip, one woman reveals how she flew to Disneyland Paris just for the day, spending less than £300 in total.

Otherwise, Disneyland Paris has launched £99pp holiday deals – here’s how to find them.

Disney Tales of Magic - the new nighttime spectacular - will be brought to life with cutting-edge technology like drones and pyrotechnics

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This charming medieval town has Europe’s best Christmas market – with cobbled streets and ancient gifts

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Esslingen's Christmas Market has been named the best in Europe using data from TripAdvisor

EVERY year, a charming medieval town in southern Germany hosts the best Christmas market in Europe.

The commuter town of Esslingen, also known as Esslingen am Neckar, is known for its half-timbered buildings, cobbled streets and its festive outdoor market.

Esslingen's Christmas Market has been named the best in Europe using data from TripAdvisor

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Esslingen’s Christmas Market has been named the best in Europe using data from TripAdvisorCredit: Alamy
The German Christmas market is home to 280 stalls where craftspeople sell an array of handmade goods

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The German Christmas market is home to 280 stalls where craftspeople sell an array of handmade goodsCredit: Alamy

Located just 10 miles from Stuttgart, the Christmas market in Esslingen has been named as the best in Europe thanks to data from TripAdvisor.

Independent travel agency Iglu used TripAdvisor data to reveal the highest-rated Christmas markets in Europe.

The research analysed five star customer reviews from the biggest Christmas markets in Europe, with Esslingen coming out as the highest-rated.

The travel agency found the German Christmas market to have the highest “excellent” rating on TripAdvisor, making it Europe’s best.

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Located 10 miles south of Stuttgart, ‘Esslingen Medieval Market And Christmas Market’ has over 280 stalls.

At the Medieval Market, a range of craftspeople like jewellers, blacksmiths and glass blowers will sell handmade gifts, with demonstrations from some vendors also taking place.

Other goods like incense, leather-bound books, berry wines, spices and fragrances.

Traditional food and drink like Swabian cheese spätzle and a Swabian ravioli called ‘Maultaschen’ will also be sold at the market.

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Visitors can also expect to find waffles, crepes, grilled sausages, crispy potato chips, stews and mulled wine.

The Christmas market also has a living nativity scene with sheep, newborn lambs, a donkey and figures of Mary and Joseph.

Birmingham Frankfurt Christmas Market was crowned 8th place in Best Christmas Markets in Europe 2024 by European Best Destinations

Other attractions at the Christmas market include a vintage carousel and a candle workshop.

Travel blogger Happy to Wander praised last year’s market, writing: “I’m no stranger to the magical wonders of German Christmas markets, but if I were to pick a single city last year that really wowed me and spun me into borderline obsession, it would be the Esslingen Christmas Market & Medieval Market, located near Stuttgart.”

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Other holidaymakers have also raved about Esslingen Christmas market on TripAdvisor, with one simply writing: “the most amazing Christmas market”.

Another wrote: “After a week of touring western Germany and Strasbourg, so seeing lots of Christmas markets, this one is our favourite.

“The beautiful setting in the old town, and easy to reach from central Stuttgart”.

Esslingen Medieval Market and Christmas Market will open on November 23 and will run until December 21.

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There are plenty of other attractions and activities in the German town to keep holidaymakers entertained, including Esslingen Castle.

The 700-year-old castle was once part of the city’s defensive fortifications.

Food and drink, including German sausages, waffles and crepes, will be sold at the Christmas market

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Food and drink, including German sausages, waffles and crepes, will be sold at the Christmas marketCredit: Alamy
Skilled craftspeople like blacksmiths and glass blowers will give demonstrations of their art

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Skilled craftspeople like blacksmiths and glass blowers will give demonstrations of their artCredit: Alamy

Nowadays, the medieval castle acts as a tourist attraction, with its picturesque courtyard and tower.

Other attractions in the German town include St. Dionys Church with its twin towers and stained glass windows.

The town is also home to Kessler – the oldest sparkling wine producer in Germany, so a glass of fizz is a must.

Hotels in Esslingen remain relatively affordable with Sun Online Travel finding one-night stays from £108 per night per room.

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Direct flights operate from both Manchester and London to Stuttgart, with return fares from £92 in December.

Flights take just under two hours from the UK.

From Stuttgart Airport, it’s a 23-minute drive to Esslingen.

TripAdvisor’s Highest-rated Christmas markets

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  1. Esslingen, Germany – 72.2%
  2. Krakow, Poland – 71.4%
  3. Cologne, Germany – 70.5%
  4. Prague, Czech Republic – 70%
  5. Vienna, Austria – 62.7%
  6. Nuremberg, Germany – 62.4%
  7. Frankfurt, Germany – 58.4%
  8. Munich, Germany – 55.9%
  9. Salzburg, Austria – 52.4%
  10. Brussels, Belgium – 50.7%

Meanwhile, this travel writer thinks their hometown has the best Christmas attraction in the UK.

A city in Germany has been dubbed “Christmas city” because it has one of the world’s oldest and most famous Christmas markets.

Esslingen am Neckar is located in southern Germany and is just 10 miles south from Stuttgart

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10 best road trips in WORLD send drivers on stomach-churning drops and winding cliff edges – all for spectacular views

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THE 10 best road trips across the world have been revealed, through rocky mountains, wild forests, and harsh coastlines.

Some of the most breathtaking, once-in-a-lifetime routes around the globe have been complied by Condé Nast Traveller.

Blue Ridge Parkway, USA

The first road trip spans 469 miles and takes explorers from Afton to Cherokee, in the USA.

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Blue Ridge Parkway in the Smoky Mountains of North Carolina in the Unted StatesCredit: Alamy

Drivers can enjoy taking the scenic route which winds through the rocky wilderness and forests of Virginia and North Carolina.

The journey was named after the blueish hue of the mountains, which were themselves christened Blue Ridge.

While the route is breathtaking at any time of year, the autumn is particularly special as the foliage transforms.

Great St Bernard Pass, Italy

Moving across the pond to Europe, travellers also hail the 143 mile road trip from Turin to Montreux.

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The Great St Bernard Lake at the Great St Bernard passCredit: AFP

It takes holidaymakers from Italy to Switzerland and is dreamed about by movie buffs.

The opening scene of the Italian Job features the picturesque route, with a shot of a Lamborghini driving over the Great St Bernard’s Pass.

Navigating the largely untouched route may be as daunting as it is stunning for some motorists.

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There are sheer drops, winding roads with sharp bends and narrow tunnels along the way.

The Carretera Austral, Chile

Meanwhile, on the other side of the globe, adventurers could make their way through the pre-historic landscape from Puerto Montt, in Patagonia, to Villa O’Higgins.

The route travels through Santa Lucia, Coyhaique and Tortel before finishing in Villa O'Higgins

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The route travels through Santa Lucia, Coyhaique and Tortel before finishing in Villa O’HigginsCredit: Getty

The 770 mile trip features Chile’s Southern Highway, Route 7, which has been dubbed the Carretera Austral.

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Holidaymakers are urged to experience the South American wilderness in the months between October and April for the best views.

The route travels through Santa Lucia, Coyhaique and Tortel before finishing in Villa O’Higgins.

The North Coast 500, Scotland

Equally spectacular views can be enjoyed back in Britain, on the North Coast 500 road trip across Scotland.

Kylesku Bridge along the NC500 in Northern Scotland

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Kylesku Bridge along the NC500 in Northern ScotlandCredit: Getty

It takes travellers from Inverness, in the Highlands, on a 516 mile journey across Scotland’s coastline.

Drivers and their passengers get to see rugged mountains, sandy beaches and quaint remote villages.

They will pass through the Black Isle, Easter Ross, Caithness, and the most northerly point, John O’Groats.

Then, the route goes back down the western coast and south through Sutherland, Wester Ross and back to Inverness.

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Wayanad Ghat Road, India

The 53 mile road trip from Kozhikode to Wayanad in India is not for the fainthearted.

Winding road on the western ghat mountain range in Wayanad district, Kerala, India

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Winding road on the western ghat mountain range in Wayanad district, Kerala, IndiaCredit: Getty

There are nail-biting twists and turns through mountainous terrain, and routes through the forest of Western Ghats.

Holidaymakers can drive the Thamarassery Churam mountain pass, which sits 800m above sea level.

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They can stop off along the way to take a dip in the scenic waterfalls and go hiking on some breathtaking trials.

The Japanese Alps

Another life-changing road trip ranked in the top 10 is the long way around from Kyoto to Tokyo.

The Kamikochi Japanese park, along the Kyoto to Tokyo route

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The Kamikochi Japanese park, along the Kyoto to Tokyo routeCredit: Getty

This 460 mile adventure heads across the Japanese Alps, and offers plenty of unmissable tourist hotspot pitstops along the way.

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Those who make the drive can stop off in the Onsen, Japanese hot spring spas in the mountains, and see iconic landmarks.

The Samurai city of Matsumoto is on the way, as well as the historic town of Karuizawa and finally Tokyo itself.

Atlantic Road, Norway

Hailed as one of the best ways to experience Norway, the 69 mile expedition from Molde to the Gjemnessundbrua suspension bridge will not disappoint.

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As suggested in the name, drivers will be able to take in magnificent views of the Atlantic.

Experiences will vary a lot depending on what season you decide to travel, as there can be some fierce storms in the winter.

Southern Utah National Park Circuit, USA

The USA is famous for Route 66, but real adventurers know the Southern Utah National Park Circuit is one the their bucket list.

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Shafer Trail Viewpoint in Canyonlands National Park, UtahCredit: Getty

The trip stretches a whopping 475 miles from Dead Horse Point to Zion National Park.

Those along for the ride can experience the desert landscapes of Southern Utah.

They can take in the Canyonlands National Park, Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, Capitol Reef National Park and Bryce Canyon and Zion National Park.

The Panorama Route, South Africa

Meanwhile, in South Africa, The Panorama Route has made it into the top 10.

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‘God’s Window’ viewpoint near Graskop in South AfricaCredit: Getty

The 130 mile trip takes drivers from Hoedspruit to Pilgrim’s Rest and goes over Drakensberg Escarpment.

Explorers will stop off at the Blyde River Canyon, which has been nicknamed “God’s Window”.

They can also see the famous Kruger National Park and the Lebombo Mountains on South Africa’s border with Mozambique.

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The Great Ocean Road, Australia

Finally, all the way down under, The Great Ocean Road in Australia offers the 340 miles trip of a life time.

The route begins at Torquay, and goes along the coastline, finishing just before Port Campbell

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The route begins at Torquay, and goes along the coastline, finishing just before Port CampbellCredit: Getty

It spans from Melbourne to the 12 Apostles and takes drivers back to their start point.

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The route begins at Torquay, and goes along the coastline, finishing just before Port Campbell.

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Historic street that was once the ‘gateway to London’ reveals new renovation plans

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A historic area of London is getting a makeover

A LONDON street once said to be the gateway to the city has revealed plans to regenerate the area.

St John Street runs to Charterhouse Street in Isliington.

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A historic area of London is getting a makeoverCredit: Islington Council
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It has been called the “once gateway to London” by local authorities, with people heading into the main city using the roads.

It remains a busy area with the nearby Farringdon Station having 1.2million monthly travellers.

However, the area is set to be revamped.

This includes more greenery and seating, with trees, rain gardens and plants as well as benches.

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It also hopes to make the busy area quieter for a peaceful spot in the city.

Larger pavements, new cycle lanes and “historical details” will also be added.

Cllr Rowena Champion, Islington Council’s Executive Member for Environment, Air Quality, and Transport told local media: “We’re committed to working closely with the local community to create vibrant, people-friendly streets.

“These improvements to St John Street will help to create attractive, accessible space for all, making it safer for people walking, wheeling and cycling.

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“St John’s Street has a historical significance to this area, and we want to ensure that it is a well-used space today as it was way back when, and this project aims to pay homage to that.”

The plans are open to the public to comment until December 15.

Pretty English town an hour from London is trending day trip destination

The London area also has a secret English woodland barely anyone knows about.

Barnsbury Woods is a tiny nature reserve in Islington open to the public.

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It’s only open two hours a week so you will have to plan ahead.

And a new floating lido could open near Islington.

Swim City Basin has revealed plans for an outdoor swimming pool on top of Regents Canal.

It would be between Angel and Old Street, with a sauna and cafe too.

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The website states: “Islington is one of the only London boroughs without an outdoor public swim facility or lido.”

History of London train stations

19th Century:

  • 1836: London Bridge Station, the first railway terminus in London, opens. Initially serving the London and Greenwich Railway.
  • 1837: Euston Station opens as the terminus of the London and Birmingham Railway.
  • 1838: Paddington Station opens as the terminus for the Great Western Railway, designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel.
  • 1841: Waterloo Station opens as the terminus for the London and South Western Railway.
  • 1846: The original King’s Cross Station opens as the terminus for the Great Northern Railway.
  • 1864: Charing Cross Station opens, serving the South Eastern Railway.
  • 1868: St Pancras Station opens, designed by George Gilbert Scott, serving the Midland Railway.
  • 1874: Liverpool Street Station opens, serving the Great Eastern Railway.
  • 1899: Marylebone Station, the last of London’s mainline stations, opens, serving the Great Central Railway.

20th Century:

  • 1926: The Southern Railway’s new station, Waterloo East, opens, connected to the main Waterloo Station.
  • 1986: The Docklands Light Railway (DLR) opens, connecting to several mainline stations, including Bank and Tower Gateway.

21st Century:

  • 2007: St Pancras International reopens after extensive renovation, becoming the London terminus for Eurostar services to continental Europe.
  • 2021: The Elizabeth Line (formerly known as Crossrail) is set to open, connecting new and existing stations across London.

Elsewhere in London, the busiest train station – London Liverpool Street – has revealed its latest renovation plans.

And we went down to the newest immersive attraction in the city – here’s what we thought.

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The area could even be getting a new floating lidoCredit: Islington Council

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