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Elina Mäkinen was the first Finnish woman to complete the Ice Mile. Here are her top ice bathing experiences, from plunges under the Northern Lights to paying homage to Arctic gods.

Think beyond the destination concert and choose a musical destination. From Helsinki to Tokyo, these shows and festivals are just the ticket.

Embrace the French art de vivre with contemporary Parisian panache, from fresh pastries to Haussmannian buildings, exploring by bike and boat.

From a secluded valley in Uzbekistan to a sacred Canadian island you can see but not touch, these images captivated BBC.com's photo editors this year.

For 100 years, The Rockettes have symbolised Christmas in New York City. Now, troupe member Brooklyn Bronson shares her tips on how to enjoy the city's holiday magic.

She styles A-list fashionistas but really loves shopping for friends and family. Just in time for the holidays, here are Erin Walsh's top shops in her beloved hometown of NYC.

After years living abroad, Irishman Colm Dalton's search for home has led him to rate 151 Irish pubs in 50 countries. Now he rates the best of the best in the Irish capital.

Local nightlife influencer Giovanny Gutierrez takes you beyond the slushy frozen daiquiris of South Beach to the insider bars that truly shape Miami's cocktail bar culture.