Disney may have started in the US, but its international theme parks have been infused with locally familiar elements, from feng shui in Hong Kong to European inventors in Paris.
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Prepare for an epic journey through a land of monumental architecture and deeply rooted traditions, where modern, towering cities stand in stark relief to rural landscapes.
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Until 23 June, Le French May arts festival brings music, theatre, film, cabaret, fashion and food to the city, all served up with a Gallic twist.
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Immerse yourself in the city’s ever-evolving creative scene at ArtWalk, where participants gallery hop their way around the city.
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From a circus-centric Florida community to an English high street near Shanghai, these five places are keeping it weird.
Beyond the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square, unique souvenir shops and an exciting nightlife scene can be found hidden in the city’s historic hutongs.
Six sites help you find deals and avoid queues
Ancient Tokyo is brought back to life
The Eastern delicacy could move west
Florence’s unlikely artistic win
Italy
On the road: San Pedro de Atacama
Chile
How human error can cause a crash
Under-explored European day trips
Spain
Dubai’s ping pong nightclub
Dubai
Reader Q&A: Three days in Delhi
Delhi
Best places to heal a broken heart
Bahamas
Epicurean Slovenia makes its mark
Europe
Walking with Jesus in the Galilee
Israel
Vancouver’s revamped night market
Vancouver
New Mexico’s hospital turned hotel
USA
Business trip: Denver
Colorado
Four apps encourage smarter detours
Technology
Are the French really arrogant?
France
What makes air passengers happy?
Travel Tips
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A salty offering to Polish saints
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