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Manchester Rules OK!

Believe me, there's more to Manchester than the Trafford centre and Manchester United. Join me on my insiders guide to some great Manchester venues.

Nova Scotia - Canada's forgotten city

According to a true Novia Scotian, 'You haven't ‘been to Canada’ until you've visited one of it's oldest, nicest and, very accessible provinces - Nova Scotia!'

Singapore's Flea Markets

Bargain hunting in flea markets around the world is one of my favourite activities when on holiday. Over the years I have picked up some real treasures, along with many valuable tips.

Essentials for a Short Break in Madrid

Insider knowledge of Madrid, one of the most exciting cities in the world, will make your trip much more interesting and, hopefully save you money too.

The Knowledge!

A trip to the British Library is just the place for a researcher who wants to get away from it all.

Meat Market

Lorna Clansey discovers an alternative to early morning restlessness on a visit to Smithfield.

NewcastleGateshead: Lively Home of the ‘Geordies’

NewcastleGateshead (think Buda Pest) is regularly voted one of the favourite city break destinations by us Brits.

Celebrating Norwich Heritage in Traditional Pubs

Join Lucy Jane and visit Norwich to raise a glass to 'old fashioned' pubs.

Shanty Town and Samba

Although most of Rio’s favelas are controlled by drug gangs, while the residents live in constant fear, I was intent on giving my friend a trip to Rio she would not forget, so we checked into a favela B&B.

Nottingham: The International Culinary Capital of Britain

Lucy eats her way around Nottingham's international restaurants.

HOTEL REVIEW: Tea at the Waldorf

Ellie, takes a well deserved time-out at one of London's famous hotels.

Celebrating an Engagement the Yòrubá Way

A colorful insight into a traditional western Nigerian engagement ceremony, where community is more important that the happy couple.

The Royal and Noble Ghosts of the Tower

The Tower of London is still home to many residents – although none of them are actually alive.

Bath - "A City for Pleasures”

Bath has been described as a “city for pleasures” and as you pull into its quaint Georgian station, it’s easy to see why.

Enjoying a Traditional Pint in Norwich

Share a drink with Lucy Jane in one of the many old fashioned pubs still pulling pints in Norwich.

Bristol – Old and New

Ashley explores the city of Bristol, both old and new, and poses the question of where to begin.

On The Street Where I Live

Jennifer discovers the life and soul of Istanbul on Istiklal Caddesi

UK: Ghosts of Old London Town

As London is steeped in rich history, it is not surprising that some of the most famous ghosts reside at its heart.

Be a tourist ... start in your own city

You don't have to get on a plane to be a tourist, you can be a tourist in your own backyard.

UK: Paris, Rome, Madrid and…Birmingham?

Let’s be honest, with glamorous places such as Paris, Rome and Madrid on offer, it is probably fair to say that Birmingham doesn’t feature at the top of many people’s list of great cities to visit.

Glasto-phobe

Spending five days camping in mud and 'port-a-looing' whilst listening to weird music, was not KL's idea of a fun-filled long weekend. However, her deisre to help out a worthy cause soon led to a change of heart.

Erzurum Pre-Winter Olympics 2011

Whilst teaching English in Erzurm, Turkey, Ellie learned that the town will host the Winter Olympics in 2011. Having seen the effect of the Olympics on Beijing, Ellie treasures the current delightful contradictions of present-day Erzum.

UK TRAVEL - MONEY SAVING TRIPS

Here are just a few of the ways to make the most of your money and cut costs when travelling around the UK.

Destination of the Month - Amsterdam

Relax like a local, spend hours by the canal, cycle around and head off for a night at a brown café.

Insider's Guide to ...Rochester, Kent, UK

Only a local knows the best places to visit, relax and enjoy. In this the first of our new feature, freelance journalist and blogger, Ronke, introduces us to 'her' Rochester.

Insider's Guide to ... Oxford

Diverse Traveller member, Clare Fisher, an aspiring travel writer and photographer, shares her insider insight to Oxford, where she has lived for a year.

Insider's Guide to ... Atlanta

Melissa McGhie (mmm) Director of Insights & Inspiration for Turner Media Group shares her favorite places in Atlanta, where she has lived for eight years.

Insider's Guide to ... Buenos Aires

Diverse Traveller contributor Tracey Chandler, a journalist, teacher and director of a non-profit organisation, shares her favourite places in Buenos Aires where she has been living since March 2009.