Simon Calder's Travel Week
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As happens every year, summer has (meteorologically speaking) drawn to a close. Gone in the blink of an eye, some might say. But don't look back in anger. Rather than dwell on the barbecues that could have been, the beach trips you should have had, the rainy days when you expected sunshine, you've got to roll with it. Now's the time to slide away into adventure – and there's plenty to be found this season. Maybe you fancy sunshine with a far-flung escape in Hawaii? If so, we've an expert guide to the state's best beaches. Brazil also makes for a brilliant holiday this time of year; here are the best cities and towns to explore. Or you could even go leaf peeping on the eastern edge of the USA. | |
| You don't need to travel half the world away to experience the best of autumnal holidays. As school returns, the crowds thin out across Europe, and if it's warmth you seek, it's still to be found. Destinations such as Cyprus and Malta – we have a fantastic guide to the latter's capital, Valetta – should certainly be on your radar. And as the season goes on, landscapes across the continent blaze with fiery hues, giving new beauty to France's many regions, the golden hills of Tuscany in Italy, and the vineyards of Portugal's Douro Valley. It's a perfect time to get away – here's some inspiration to help you plan. |
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| | A sunny new option from London Stansted this autumn: Ryanair will fly twice a week to Reggio Calabria, on the "toe" of mainland Italy. The link will open up an intriguing city and the wider Magna Graecia region. | |
| | The German capital makes an excellent autumn base for exploring the city and surroundings. Time your trip to include the first Sunday of the month (6 October, 3 November and 1 December) and you also get free admission to more than 70 museums. | |
| | Holiday in St Lucia for less with this First Choice deal. Enjoy a stay at the top-rated Windjammer Landing Villa Beach Resort, including daily breakfast. Based on October 1st departure. Learn more. | |
| | Stay two nights or more and save 20% on all-inclusive stays at Lavender hotels. Includes breakfast, a two-course dinner and evening drinks. Learn more. | |
| | Experience the vibrant sights of Marrakech with this Thomas Cook deal. Stay at Riad La Maison des Oliviers with daily breakfast, departing October 15th. Learn more. | |
| | In the latest episode of TravelSmart Weekly, we delve into why you should visit France in autumn. Learn more. | |
| | Cornwall without the crowds | Forget summer – shoulder season is the way to go if you wants to enjoy England's holiday darling. Read more. | |
| In autumn, it's possible to visit Cornwall's honeypot coastal towns like St Ives, Fowey and Port Isaac without having to wait two hours for a parking space | |
| | Reliable weather, a delightful coast and fascinating historical sites make Cyprus a post-summer winner. Read more. | |
| | Escape any chilly weather and catch some last-minute sun before the winter sets in. Find out more. | |
| | Join best-selling travel writer Tom Chesshyre on an unforgettable adventure around the world by train with Ticket to Ride – now available at 40% off. |
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