Audley Travel shares the ten cities with the most five-star rated museums and galleries across the globe Experts at Audley Travel have revealed which cities have the highest number of five-star rated museums and galleries. Following an analysis of TripAdvisor data, the travel company can now unveil that London, Prague, Paris, Istanbul, and New York City respectively top the list for cities of culture. Audley's specialists have shared their thoughts on why these destinations make culture connoisseurs happiest of all. London ranked in first place It's unsurprising that cosmopolitan, historically rich London ranks high on this list. There are over 170 museums and galleries in the city — enough to visit a new one every week for more than three years — and 97 of them have 5-sta...
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Sometimes merry with fun fairs, carollers and ice rinks, other times nostalgic, Christmas markets have their roots in almost every European country over the festive season. Cathedral squares and historic lanes become giant light displays with decorated fir trees and canopies of fairy lights. Wooden huts offer a feast of edible treats and trinkets, from local cheeses to stocking fillers not usually found on the high street. One can plan a trip at this time of year just to visit the markets, which are easy to explore independently. Audley Travel have polled their Europe specialists to determine the top European Christmas markets to explore. The Christkindlesmarkt in Nuremberg, Germany topped the list, followed by the Edinburgh Christmas Market in Scotland and the Bergen market in Norway....
Read MoreWhether you’re nibbling meats grilled on a communal fire at a boisterous South Korean barbecue or dining off fine china in the hushed elegance of a Parisian bistro, eating is one of the best ways to explore a culture while you travel. A recent analysis of Tripadvisor data by Audley Travel has revealed which capital cities around the world have the highest number of five-star rated restaurants. Topping the list is Seoul, South Korea, followed by Tokyo, London, Paris, and Bangkok. Here, Audley's travel experts discuss what makes these destinations ideal for gourmet travelers. "Eating and drinking are both central to South Korean culture and are among the primary ways that many South Koreans socialize," says Rebecca Nagasaki, a South Korea country specialist. "Additionally, Seoul is ...
Read MoreAudley Travel's Winter Sun Index, has ranked the best destinations to visit this winter for sun and warm weather When winter tightens its chilly grip on northern latitudes, our thoughts turn towards sunnier climes with beaches, blue skies, warm days, and balmy nights. We know we’re not alone. From the palm-shaded beaches of Thailand to the steamy rainforest lodges in Costa Rica, some of our most treasured destinations seem designed for soaking up the sun from December until March. The question becomes — what are the best places for winter sun? Audley Travel has created a winter sun index to determine the top locations to visit for sunshine and blue skies this winter. Thailand tops the list, followed by Mexico, Sri Lanka, Costa Rica, and Indonesia. Index was created in a handful o...
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