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Kate Wickers
Kate Wickers has been a journalist and travel writer for over 20 years, writing features on travel, culture and food, and has travelled to over 70 countries. Her first book, a family travel memoir, Shape of a Boy, My Family & Other Adventures, was published in 2022. You can follow Kate’s adventures @wickers.kate
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Slovenia’s green heart
Kate Wickers discovers a land of surprises, from sustainable cities to spectacular scenery in Slovenia
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Embracing Istanbul’s mysteries
Kate Wickers delves into centuries of history in this tempting Turkish city
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Find vibrant cities and exciting wildlife in colourful Colombia
The South American country is full of life, fun and flavours
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Magical Mogador
Step back in time in Essaouira to find a history of tolerance in the Moroccan port city
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Gorillas, in their midst
Discover how to sweet talk a gorilla on a bucket list adventure in Rwanda and Uganda
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Visions of Barcelona
With two major Picasso anniversaries this year, head to Barcelona to celebrate
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Costa Rica’s riches
Discover the natural wonders tempting UK visitors to this corner of Central America
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Learning the lessons of travel
From Karma in Sri Lanka to social etiquette in Japan, there’s nothing like globetrotting with kids for teaching unexpected life lessons
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The real Deal
Skip the north Kent hotspots for this under-the-radar seaside gem: revealing the delights of Deal
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Going for gold: in search of Gustav Klimt
Enjoy a Viennese slice of art and opulence during a break in Austria's capital
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Secret Ibiza
Escape the crowds to discover tiny coves, open-air art and local wine on the White Isle
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South of France style
Follow in the glamorous footsteps of the rich, powerful and famous to Cap Ferrat on the French Riviera
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Spring in your step
There’s more than tulips in Amsterdam — discovering secret gardens and the greener side of the Dutch capital
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Mykonos beyond the bling
Return to the Cyclades to find the Greek heart of this famously glamorous island
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Cuban spirit
Tropical sun, rum galore and it won’t break the bank? Finding the perfect Caribbean escape for 2021
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Living la dolce vita
Finding Italian glamour without the crowds at Lake Como in Italy
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