Friday, 15 November 2019
Thursday, 14 November 2019
Paradise Island, Bahamas, best for: Families and water babies

Oahu, Hawaii, best for: Surfing daredevils, nature, and culture hounds

If you’ve ever wanted to visit Oahu, winter is the time to do it, especially during February, which ushers in some of the biggest waves of the year. Diehards flock to the famous North Shore to catch giant swells that can reach up to 30 feet. If you prefer action of the dry variety, lounge on the shore, watch the pros, and take advantage of the amazing photo opps begging to fill your Instagram feed. Another Oahu winter must-do is a whale watching tour. February is peak time for humpback whale migration, so chances are high you’ll catch a glimpse of these majestic beasts. Other bucket list items include hiking the Diamond Head crater; visiting the world’s largest open-air shopping mall, the Ala Moana Center; and joining a helicopter tour for a bird’s-eye view of the island’s famous hot spots, including Iolani Palace, the only royal palace in America.
Italy is set to declare a state of emergency in Venice after the Italian city was engulfed by 1.87m (6ft) high water levels, flooding its historic basilica and cutting power to homes.
More than 80% of the city, a Unesco world heritage site, was under water when tides were at their highest.
Italy's Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte described the flooding as "a blow to the heart of our country".
Wednesday, 13 November 2019
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