I travelled all over the country on a €63 monthly rail pass: readers’ favourite holidays in Germany
From cycling in Berlin and the Black Forest to world-class cocktail bars in Cologne and magical North Sea beaches, readers share their travel tips• Tell us about a sunny autumn break – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucherIn an often overlooked corner…
Stepping back in time: a historic walk along Dorset’s Jurassic Coast
A ride in a water taxi transforms a stunning hike from Lyme Regis to West Bay into a perfect circular route Many favour a circular walk, but you can give a linear one new shape with the addition of a novel form of transport. My wife Helen, our friend Tom…
‘Delays are always welcome’: 10 of the best railway station pubs in England
Converted from Victorian buffet bars, ticket offices and waiting rooms, these station pubs offer beautifully restored interiors, real ales and a slice of railway historyNo prizes for guessing what this pub used to be… The Old Ticket Office has high…
Saunas, cinnamon buns and coastal scenery on the new rail route from Malmö to Oslo
A new direct train service connects the far south of Sweden to the Norwegian capital in just over six hours, with the option of stopping off in the seaside town of Varberg or lively Gothenburg en route‘This carriage is due for modernisation. Don’t miss…
Michael Palin in the Philippines review – who else could cause such a weird moment with the president?
From ‘recycled chicken’ being sold on a stall to Bongbong fanboying over the Fish-Slapping Dance, Palin’s travel shows always explore fascinating things that others don’t. It is a reminder that his work is increasingly precious There is a moment in…
‘The champagne of pale ales’: my search for the perfect kölsch beer in Cologne
‘Kölsch is not a drink, it is a religion’ in Cologne, and it’s only brewed in and around the German city. But which of the many beautiful, storied beer halls serves up the best?There’s a saying in Cologne, repeated with the mild smugness of people who…
My holiday was full of tantrums and hangry meltdowns. And it wasn’t the kids who were to blame | Emma Beddington
For 20 years I have made sure everyone gets where they need to be, with the least possible drama. Now suddenly I’m the one who needs looking afterWe’re just back from a family holiday to Japan and after two decades, I’ve developed clear ideas about who…
Happy birthday! What deals and discounts does your age unlock?
From a getting part-time job at 14 to receiving a letter from the king at 100, some milestone ages hold advantages in BritainHave you just unwrapped some presents? Been sitting in a soft play centre and watched a toddler blow out some candles?…
New map projections don’t make the Mercator wrong | Letter
The transverse Mercator projection was created for European sailors – and it worked for their world, writes Paul HarwoodThe subject of projections is incredibly complicated and you did a good job of navigating the discussion (‘A map is never neutral’:…
‘Everything is golden’: readers’ tips for a great autumn day out in the UK
With autumn officially here, our readers savour days of fruitful mellowness, from Cornwall to Loch Lomond• Tell us about a great wellness experience – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucherI love Loch Lomond in autumn. I’d start with a walk around…