London

The vast, vibrant metropolis of London is widely acknowledged as one of the hippest cities on the planet. The only way to navigate its myriad attractions is to pick out a handful of highlights.

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Amsterdam

As well as stunning, seventeenth-century canals and museums stuffed with masterpieces, Amsterdam has cutting-edge, contemporary culture, particularly in the fields of design and architecture.

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Marrakech

The exotic, dusty charms of Marrakech were once exclusive to only the deeply fashionable and the fabulously wealthy. Nowadays there’s a romantic riad to suit every taste and budget.

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Madrid

Geographically and culturally, Madrid sits at the very heart of Spain. Its Golden Triangle of world-class museums is a major attraction as is its legendary nightlife.

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San Francisco

San Francisco has long been a mecca for mavericks, spawning the hippy movement in The Height Ashbury, gay culture in the Castro, beatniks and dot com billionaires.

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Bangkok

The thriving Thai capital’s gilded temples, bustling markets and kicking restaurant and club scene make it well worth a stopover before heading for the idyllic beaches of the South.

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Devon & Cornwall

As well as their traditional, bucket-and-spade charms, Devon and Cornwall have the space-age eco spheres of the Eden Project, the St Ives art movement and a burgeoning, gourmet restaurant scene.

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