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Claire Bullen

Globetrotter, chowhound, travel writer for Hg2 | A Hedonist’s guide to... and contributor to Cheapflights Travel Blogs.
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Britain’s Most Starry Locations
Search flights to the UK   In recent years, so-called ‘dark sky’ tourism has seen huge gains in popularity....
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5 of the craziest nude festivals in the world
It’s not a festival until you take off all your clothes, right? If you’re attending one of these crazy...
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8 of the best speakeasy bars in New York
If you like your cocktails served up with secret passwords, 1920s-era décor and undercover entryways, you’ll be in Prohibition...
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6 animal cafes in Tokyo
Whether offering cats, rabbits, dogs, or even reptiles to cuddle with, these six venues are our top Tokyo picks.
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5 weird and wonderful ways to welcome in the New Year
From bread banging in Ireland to dish throwing in Denmark, here are five of the most unusual ways that...
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6 castle retreats in Scotland you’ll never forget
With their unspoiled natural settings, historical intrigue and luxurious accommodations, these six castle retreats have all the makings of...
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America’s Most Exciting Gypsy Brewers
It seems logical that brewers would make beer at their own breweries. Right? Well, not always. In the past...
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American English vs UK English
Search flights to the USA   Comparing Anglicisms and Americanisms is one of those eternally amusing activities for native...
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The Best British Cities for Hen and Stag Dos
Search flights to Edinburgh   In the midst of planning your hen or stag do? While Blackpool and Brighton...