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BE STARSTRUCK IN BADAJOZ Get better acquainted with the galaxy at the romantically-named Entre-Encinasy-Estrellas where some of the world’s most renowned astronomers have telescopes trained on the skies. Set in the wilds of Badajoz, Extremadura, Europe’s largest astronomical telescope hosting centre also offers stays in seven charming casas rurales. Run by a group of keen astrophotographers, you can focus on the science or just lie back and look up. i www.e-eye.es
Splurgecations, Vaxications, Catchup Travel… we’re all going on a (summer) holiday this year in a mass unleashing of pent-up wanderlust and there’s a whole new lexicon of words to describe it. International tourism is on the rebound to near pre-pandemic levels and the forgotten high street travel agent is back in business, sorting out the mind game of vaccination visas and cross-border regulations. We’re ready to explore again – but differently. And it’s good news for the planet! checks out five hot trends for 2022.
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26 / MARCH 2022 ESSENTIAL MAGAZINE
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