Barcelona, Spain
Eight Barcelona neighborhoods compared, from the Eixample and El Born to Gràcia and El Raval, with who each one suits and the
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Where to Stay
Neighborhood guides and hand-picked hotels for every budget.
France, Paris
Le Marais and Saint-Germain are the best bases for a first trip to Paris. Here’s how seven arrondissements compare.
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Porto, Portugal
Baixa is the easiest base for a first visit to Porto. Compare Ribeira, Gaia, Cedofeita, Foz and Bolhão to find your fit.
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Lisbon, Portugal
Baixa/Chiado is the best base for a first trip to Lisbon. Here’s how eight neighborhoods compare on hills, noise and transit.
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Italy, Milan
Duomo, Brera, Navigli or near Centrale? Compare Milan’s best areas to stay by metro access, atmosphere and downsides.
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Italy, Venice
San Marco, Cannaregio, Dorsoduro or Mestre? A practical guide to the Venice sestieri, with who each one suits and the downsides to
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Florence, Italy
Duomo, Oltrarno, Santa Croce or Fiesole? Compare Florence’s best neighborhoods by vibe, convenience and downsides before you book.
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Italy, Rome
Centro Storico, Monti, Trastevere or Prati? An honest comparison of Rome’s best areas to stay, including when Termini makes sense.
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