Bulgaria: Be a sleuth in Sofia
A street in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, that is full of delights for visitors - even in winter. (Anthony Piovesan)

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Bulgaria: Be a sleuth in Sofia

If you are tiring of the Costa del Sol's almost constant sunshine, for just 50 euros you can fly three hours to a completely different world of snowy streets, dark history and underground bars

Anthony Piovesan
  • Menorca, still a paradise in winter
    Hauser & Wirth, an island repurposed as an art centre. (DANIEL SCHÄFER)

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    Menorca, still a paradise in winter

    The Balearic archipelago extends its active season with its many new attractions: new hotels, first-class food and an unparalleled archaeological and prehistoric story to explore. The island has life beyond summer

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  • The wines of Andalucía -a reason for celebration
    One of the most important nights of the year, Noche del Vino in Cómpeta, evolved from a celebration to mark the start of the grape harvest. (SUR)

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    The wines of Andalucía -a reason for celebration

    Many towns and villages in the region host colourful festivities throughout the year to promote their wine and sherries

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  • The western Costa del Sol - this is the life
    Bars and restaurants in the pretty Mijas Pueblo. (T.A.)

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    The western Costa del Sol - this is the life

    Each town abounds with sea and stunning scenery, but they all have something different to offer that makes them so popular all year round, as places to enjoy on holiday, and even to live

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  • Running through the beauty of Andalucía
    The Malaga marathon 2023. (Migue Fernández)

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    Running through the beauty of Andalucía

    Thousands of people combine a healthy lifestyle with a city break and sign up for a race in the sun, from a fun 5km run to an ultra trail marathon

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  • Benalmádena, an oasis at the heart of the Costa del Sol
    Castillo Bil Bil, one of the icons of Benalmádena Costa. (Ayto. Benalmádena)

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    Benalmádena, an oasis at the heart of the Costa del Sol

    An ambitious programme of events, street entertainment, children’s workshops and markets has been launched to breathe life into the port all year round

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  • Andalucía's safe and accessible beaches, open to everyone
    Andalucía’s 800kms of coastline stretch from Almeria along the Mediterranean Sea to the Costa del Sol in Malaga, and on to the Costa de la Luz. (SUR)

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    Andalucía's safe and accessible beaches, open to everyone

    Famed for its golden sands and turquoise waters, the Costa del Sol offers peace of mind for bathers; many of the beaches are adapted to facilitate access to people with disabilities, while security measures include the use of drones to monitor busy areas

    Tony Bryant |
  • Malaga, the complete destination
    A view of Malaga city centre, with the cathedral, the central Calle Larios and the castle on the hill. (Ayuntamiento de Málaga)

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    Malaga, the complete destination

    The city welcomes visitors from all over the world, with premium hotels, fine dining, exceptional museums and designer shopping, all on the sunny Mediterranean coastline

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