Author spotlight

Duncan Madden

Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.
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The 12 best places to visit in December
December erupts in festive cheer. Peak season prices return, but plenty of places are worth splurging on.
Warm places to visit in November: last chance for fall
Your last chance for sun before the Christmas season sends prices sky high, here’s where’s hot in November.
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The 12 best places to visit in November
With winter looming and shoulder season prices at their lowest, November is a great time to get away.
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Escape to the sun: 10 warm places to visit in October
It may be deep into fall, but there are still plenty of vacation hot spots in October, near and...
The 10 best places to visit in October
October is all about the cultural calendar, food festivals and the ghoulish hauntings of Halloween. Dive in!
A girl on a kayak embarks on an exciting exploration of an ancient Lycian tomb, which juts out of the water amidst a flooded city.
Where is hot in September? The 10 best warm places to visit
Dropping prices, smaller crowds and sun? September offers peak season benefits without the pitfalls.
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The 13 best places to visit in September
With summer waning and fall looming large, September is a time of shoulder season magic.
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Seven, 10 and 14 days: the best Portugal road trips
Thinking about a road trip? Look beyond US borders to Europe where there’s less driving and lots to see.
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Culture, cuisine, coasts: amazing Italy road trips
Why stick to one place when you can see them all? A road trip is the best way to...