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Why London remains one of Europe's best city breaks – and how plan the perfect weekend
Having it all is most definitely a good thing but it can also be a somewhat overwhelming – where to start? London has so much to offer, for all tastes, budgets and cultural persuasions. There is proper (grisly) history, statement buildings old and new, and world-class museums housed in jaw-dropping architecture. There are wonderful parks dotted, peacefully, throughout the city, markets galore, a thriving culinary scene spanning street food, fine dining and global cuisine that rivals any city in
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The best shopping in London
It’s tough out there in retail. In order to drag people off the sofa and away from their smartphones, and tempt them out into the real world, stores in London have really started to up their game – so much so that shopping in the city is now as much an experience as it is a necessity, frequently made all the better by some artisan refreshment.
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The 14 best things to do in London
Even hardened Londoners can get a kick out of the capital’s main attractions because as well as being stone-cold classics they also have an amazing ability to keep evolving and provide new entertainment with each visit. From the big-hitting historical landmarks to world-class museums and stand-out neighbourhoods that simply must be visited, we’ve outlined a range of experiences – with insider tips – to try during your next visit.
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The 17 best bars and pubs in London
Unsurprisingly, if you want a drink in London you’re spoiled for choice. The question is, what flavour of drink are you after? Something laidback and a little frayed around the edges? Or are you looking for a posh cocktail served on high? From Soho institutions to iconic hotel bars, jazz clubs and classic ale pubs, you can find a tipple for every mood and occasion. Cheers!
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The 17 best restaurants in London
The London restaurant scene is one of the world's best, and it runs the gamut from great British institutions that have been around for decades to trendy no-reservations spots that open faster than you can keep track of. It should come as little surprise that innovative and impressive chefs from all over the world are keen for a place at the (dinner) table here. Pull up a stool at a long steel counter to watch as Northern Thai dishes are cooked over open flames, sink into your leather booth and
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How I got into the world’s most exclusive nightclub
How do you get into Berghain? That is the multi-million euro question that has eluded clubbers since the venue opened its doors in Berlin in 2004. Head bouncer Sven Marquardt and his gang of German enforcers are responsible for curating the crowd. And they do so with a savage determination that leaves around half of those who try to enter out in the cold.
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Europe’s last great cheap cities – with £2 beers and lunches under £5
It feels increasingly hard to find a truly cheap city to travel to. In a time when exchange rates were more favourable, and parts of Europe were far less explored, a holiday abroad could be reasonably affordable. Coffees were cheap; food was cheap. Tapas and a jug of sangria was an indulgence not because of the inevitable financial hit, but because eating patatas bravas in the sunshine felt eminently luxurious.
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