The wonders of France vs The beauty of Croatia

The Latin Quarter is the oldest part of Paris, boasting mediaeval and Gothic architecture with many buildings dating back to the Middle Ages. Foodies should go on truffle hunting tours in Istria, which take place in the steep Motovun forests.
The Latin Quarter is the oldest part of Paris, boasting mediaeval and Gothic architecture with many buildings dating back to the Middle Ages. PHOTO: ISTOCKPHOTO
The Latin Quarter is the oldest part of Paris, boasting mediaeval and Gothic architecture with many buildings dating back to the Middle Ages. Foodies should go on truffle hunting tours in Istria, which take place in the steep Motovun forests.
Foodies should go on truffle hunting tours in Istria, which take place in the steep Motovun forests. PHOTO: ISTOCKPHOTO
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Jul 15, 2018, 12:21 PM
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Jul 15, 2018, 05:00 AM
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The World Cup is much more than a sporting event. It is a world of inspiration for travellers as well.

While Russia outperformed expectations by making it into the quarter finals, its horseback-riding Cossacks - a semi-military community akin to Japan's samurais - captured the world's attention as they guarded stadiums and fans.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Sunday Times on July 15, 2018, with the headline The wonders of France vs The beauty of Croatia. Subscribe

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