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In seach of treats and trinkets, Sarah Marshall rounds up the best Christmas markets in Europe.

Michael McHugh takes to sea as he cruises around the beautiful Greek islands.

Trevor Mason takes the train ride of a lifetime through the snow-capped Rockies.

James Tapsfield discovers a very reasonably priced ski haven in the Maurienne Valley.

Tony Looch ponders food, Russian history and the country's five-star tourist experience as he visits St Petersburg for the weekend.

Get your trip to see Santa booked now! Lisa Haynes braves the cold as she walks in a winter wonderland.

Emily Shelley opts to stay in the UK and finds herself enjoying one of the best family holidays she's ever had.

In need of a family getaway, Sherna Noah goes in search of eternal youth in the land of Aphrodite.

With the European wine harvest currently in full swing, Sam Wylie Harris looks at the best weekend breaks for indulging in a top tipple.

Rosa Silverman heads to Washington DC and the surrounding areas to soak up some American history.

Rising from the ashes of its war torn past, Beirut is re-emerging as a hip city break destination, says Sarah Marshall

Phil Derbyshire takes to the high seas as he splashes out on a cruise along the Rhine.

Looking for a family escape during the summer holidays? Sarah Marshall rounds up the best breaks for the whole clan.

Jeremy Gates finds some of the finest fish - and fattest seagulls - as he explores the south coast of England.

Bess Manson escapes the city for a relaxing trip to the South of France.

Rosamund Hutt explores Egypt's Taba Heights and avoids the bends as she zips up her wetsuit to go diving for the very first time.

Caroline Davison goes volunteering in South Africa to discover if doing good on holiday is as good for the soul as a traditional escape.

Richard Jones lives the dream as he takes his family to the magical land of Disney.

Lisa Salmon discovers family fun can be had without going abroad, as she heads for break in the classy Cotswolds.

Liam Creedon helps himself to an amazing view of the local wildlife.

Charlotte Birch gets the five-star treatment as she's pampered in a country house hotel.

Chris Court takes a walk on the wild side with 'mature' travellers in the Atlas Mountains.

Helen Carroll finds her head for heights in majestic Morzine.

Rosa Silverman feels the beat in Nashville and Elvis's old stamping ground.

Bess Manson leaves the noisy city behind to explore the quieter side of rural Tuscany.

In need of a complete change of scenery, Diana Pilkington jets off to an Indian homestay.

A taste of London takes on a new meaning these days as the city boasts an array of top-class restaurants. Dave Mark and his keen Northern appetite put the capital's gourmet reputation to the test

Just like Kate and Wills, Sarah O'Meara escapes city life to honeymoon like a princess. Serene St Lucia comes up trumps.