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America’s 22nd state is associated with its rural backwaters, says James March in The Mail on Sunday. In fact, it is sometimes described as the most “redneck” of the southern states. But first-time visitors may be pleasantly surprised by Alabama. It is dotted with attractions, including, as you might expect,…

From charming pubs with rooms to bobbing along on the Broads, Norfolk expert Martin Dunford reveals how best to spend your time in this special region

The less-visited Var region of the Côte d’Azur is full of glorious beaches, heritage-rich towns and bucolic vineyards

Footage shows rocks and mud crashing down the side of the cliffs at West Bay, Dorset, on Tuesday

Naturist-Nudist Federation of Catalonia fighting an influx of swimwear-wearing newcomers who ‘make us uncomfortable’

Music, pole dancing, acro yoga and popsicles play a supporting role while surfers battle it out for the top spot at the Covelong Classic Surf, Music and Fitness Festival

There’s filth in the water, and inhumanity in the air. Greed and nationalism have destroyed a great British pleasure, writes Zoe Williams

These dogs are so good at surfing.

Think you know the formerly down-at-heel booze cruise hub? Think again, writes Claire Naylor