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The world is a pretty extraordinary place, and The Skinny loves to explore it. Our travel writers share their stories from travels around the globe.
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FeaturesDealing with Depression While Travelling
Does travelling help or hinder mental ill health? One writer shares their experience of travelling the world, only to have depression follow them Read more »| 10 Nov 2018 -
FeaturesThe realities of travelling as a black woman
One writer explores what it means to travel as a black woman and why despite its difficulties, she always encourages people of colour to go Read more »| 03 Aug 2018 -
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The Invisible Bears of Ome
One intrepid explorer ventures into 'the wilderness' on the outskirts of Tokyo and has a close encounter with 'a bear' Read more »| 02 Jul 2018 -
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Where your Mouth Is: Sheep Farming in New Zealand
After getting a particularly cancerous pork chop from the local supermarket our writer made a vow – he wasn't going to eat a piece of meat again unless he knew where it came from. Read more »| 20 Jun 2018 -
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Living in Bordeaux: An expat guide
One Bordeaux resident offers a fun-filled guide to France's 'Sleeping Beauty' Read more »| 06 Feb 2018 -
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Living in Warsaw: A guide
Known for its cosmopolitan centre and abundant green spaces, the Polish capital of Warsaw really blossoms in the summer. This sprawling city also offers a mind-boggling selection of culinary delights, vibrant nightlife and low living costs Read more »| 08 Jan 2018
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Travelling Without Moving: Exploring the World Through Music
Want to experience other cultures but lacking the means to travel? One writer takes a musical approach to exploring the world Read more »| 05 Jan 2018 -
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Fuerza Mexico: After the earthquake
Trump: It’s a word that strikes frustration into the hearts of many. But what is it really like being his neighbour? In earthquake ravaged Mexico, it’s not easy… Read more »| 07 Dec 2017 -
TravelA Guide to Wrocław: Poland's forgotten gem
Visitors to Poland often end up in the busy capital Warsaw, or the popular tourist towns of Kraków and Gdańsk. However, there’s plenty to see elsewhere in Eastern Europe’s second largest country – Wrocław, for example Read more »| 17 Nov 2017 -
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Glasgow's Best Christmas Markets
As the nights draw in it's time to think about your Christmas purchases! You live in Glasgow, one of the greatest cities of art, design and innovation in the world – head along to one of these Christmas markets to grab yourself a piece of the action Read more »| 08 Nov 2017 -
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Edinburgh's Best Christmas Markets
Bonfire Night's over and the lights have been up on the Dome since around July. It must be Christmas! Time to plan your #shoplocal gift purchases with a calendar of our favourite pop-up Christmas events and craft fairs in Edinburgh this festive season Read more »| 08 Nov 2017 -
FeaturesGlasgow Fireworks 2017: Where to Watch Them
We look at some of the best places to see fireworks in Glasgow this Bonfire Night Read more »| 02 Nov 2017 -
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Edinburgh Fireworks 2017: Where to Watch Them
It's that time again, so look up and prepare your best 'surprise' and 'awe' expressions – here’s The Skinny’s guide to the best places to see fireworks in Edinburgh this Bonfire Night Read more »| 02 Nov 2017 -
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Living in Copenhagen: A guide
If you can get past the bureaucracy, the Danish capital offers a life that blends the great outdoors with top-notch drinking and nightlife Read more »| 23 Oct 2017 -
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Living in Pune: A guide
The second city of the Indian state of Maharashtra, Pune offers a blend of historical curiosity, collegiate hedonism and natural beauty Read more »| 19 Oct 2017