Краткое описание: This is one region of Britain which really does suit every type of traveller, whether you’re the kind of person for whom floating beds, fruit teas and flat-screen TVs are all essential items, or you’re after just a rugged night under the stars with nothing but your backpack for company. Families, solo travellers and honeymooning couples will all find plenty to pique their interest, but even if you are a footloose nomad, it always pays to do a little bit of planning (and the odd bit of booking) before you set out on the road.

Краткое описание: The Danes are, overwhelmingly, a happy bunch. In fact, if you believe those contentment surveys that come out every couple of years, Denmark is one of the happiest nations on earth with some of the best quality of life.

You don’t need statistics to understand the Dane’s happy lot, though. Stroll around Copenhagen or pretty much any Danish town and you’ll experience some of the most harmonious civic spaces anywhere…

Краткое описание: In many ways the Czech and Slovak Republics are a traveller’s dream destination: the distances aren’t immense, and both natural and manmade beauty abounds. The streets of Prague and the trails of the High Tatras are well trod. And it doesn’t take too long to get off the beaten path and find a medieval gem in the form of an old town, or a deserted hiking path.

Though lodging prices are rising, you can still plan an itinerary to suit any budget - from student dorm with sandwiches to go, to top end with trendy dining.

Краткое описание: Travelling to and through Cyprus is pretty effortless. Most people visit the island on package tours; it’s also easy to get an independent flight, although these tend to get sold out and pricey in the peak summer months of June to September. Once there, you’ll find everything that you can find at home and, particularly for Brits, there is a strange air of familiarity: apart from the fact that the island caters for swarms of British tourists, there are a number of colonial leftovers, like driving on the left.

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Central Asia isn’t the easiest place to travel through. You’ll need to invest some serious time tracking down visas, permits and the latest travel information, preferably months before you depart. You won’t meet many travellers on the road and there are certainly no video cafes serving banana muesli. But this is part of the attraction of a land that has been largely off-limits to travellers for the last 2000 years.

Travel today is generally getting easier every year, with new accommodation options, vastly improved food and a network of shared taxis that will shuttle you around cheaply and in relative comfort. Do your research on Central Asian epic history in particular and you’ll find the region quickly addictive. The more you put in, the more you’ll get out of this Asian heartland.

Краткое описание: Cuba is a unique country with many distinct characteristics. Travel here not only requires a passport, money and a good sturdy rucksack; but it also requires flexibility, creativity, good humor, patience and a healthy sense of adventure. Speaking Spanish, though not a prerequisite, is undoubtedly a huge advantage, and will allow you to travel further and dig deeper than the average tourist.

Краткое описание: It may not surprise you to learn that Croatia is at its most popular in the summer months. Its luxurious hotels, modest family-owned pensions (guest houses) or beachfront camping grounds all get busy with guests, local and international, especially in the peak season (July through August). It’s a good idea to book a place to stay in advance during these two months, especially if you’ll be staying on one of the islands. Spring and autumn are less busy and more attractive — think entire beaches to yourself, a plentiful choice of places to stay, and museums and churches serenely empty.

Краткое описание: Crete is a vast and fascinating island whose diversity and stature are unrivalled by any other Greek isle. The birthplace of Zeus evokes a wealth of myths, legends and history. Its sun-blessed and dramatic landscape is dominated by soaring mountains and stunning beaches. Its proud and hospitable people uphold their unique culture and traditions and, despite the onslaught of mass tourism, rural life remains a dynamic and enduring part of the island s soul.

Краткое описание: Cozumel Island is located near the eastern tip of the Yucatan Peninsula in the Mexican state of Quintana Roo. Due to its proximity to the mainland, the center of Mayan culture, the island was under Mayan influence for many centuries. Even today, many residents of Cozumel show a striking resemblance to carved and painted images of Pre-Columbian Mayans, and many locals still speak a Mayan dialect as well as Spanish…

Краткое описание: Costa Rica is the most user-friendly country in Central America. Most of the tourist hotspots are well connected by cheap buses, accommodations is plentiful and decent eateries are thick on the ground in nearly every corner of the country. Unlike some other parts of the region, dining without fear for your stomach, meeting and engaging locals, and accessing the internet are all things that can be taken for granted.