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Built in place of a former sardine cannery, the Monterey Bay Aquarium is widely hailed as one of the nation’s premier aquatic collections. If you’re visiting Monterey, don’t leave without gamboling through the kelp forest and fraternizing with the finned folk within. Whether you’re a young sprightly seahorse or an old weathered whale, you don’t want to miss the colorful critters and elaborate displays in this seaside menagerie. Here are our best tips for making the most of your maritime adventure.

Andalusia is an area in southern Spain that consists of some of the country's most beautiful historical cities, deserts and spectacular beaches. The contrasting landscape of the region is quite impressive. Andalusia has the most protected areas in Spain and they really add to the culture. When people think of Spain, they almost certainly don't think of these beautiful protected areas, but I'm gonna do my part to get them some attention. These are my five favourite parts of Andalusia that are protected from development and other human interference.

Turkey is not just about beach holidays and historically significant cities. As a country with its fair share of mountains and peaks, it is not surprising that in the winter tourists from abroad and Turks themselves head up piste to do a spot of skiing – and the options available to them are in fact numerous.

But where are the best skiing spots in Turkey and how do they compare to perhaps the more famous slopes of Europe and North America?

When contemplating a trip Amsterdam, it’s highly likely you’ll want to explore one or more of the 50+ assorted museums, scattered around the Dutch capital. If you are visiting for a weekend city break, or a few nights stopover on your European tour, it can be a tricky decision as to which museums you should prioritise on your ‘must see’ list. Highlighted below are the top 5 museums that you should certainly consider when visiting Amsterdam.