No matter how many photographs you see of the magnificent Duomo in Florence, nothing prepares you for the real thing. Turn the corner into Cathedral Square and the huge confection of pink, white and g

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Having never been to Italy before, I was very excited to see what its capital city had to offer – and it certainly didn’t disappoint. After leaving rainy England and landing in Rome’s significantly su

Milestone anniversaries, a total eclipse, new hiking trails and major cultural projects are just some of the reasons to travel next year. National Geographic’s global community of explorers, photographers and editors have handpicked this year’s list of 25 destinations to inspire your next adventure — covering everything from sports travel to seminal road trips