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Hello. Holidaying with friends can be a minefield testing the limits of even the strongest bonds but according to a new survey many of us are actively choosing to do exactly that. This week we have a handy guide on how to navigate everything from conversations about money to divvying out bedrooms and making sure everyone is chipping in with chores. The writer, Rachel Dixon, said she has been on holiday with three sets of friends in the past 18 months, and always had a fantastic time. But every time she got back, other people told her their horror stories about group holidays – some even said they had destroyed lifelong friendships. “Certain themes came up repeatedly, including rows over money, accommodation and food. Holidays can definitely amplify all those little annoyances, so I decided to ask travel psychologists and other experts how friends can have fun in the sun – without falling out,” she added. My key takeaway from the guide is to be more zen – personalities can sometimes clash, expectations do differ and people have different ideas about what constitutes fun when abroad, but if you remain calm and open then it will work out.

Nazia Parveen
Assistant travel editor

Nazia Parveen
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Story of the week

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Snoring, slobs and splitting the bills: 19 ways to holiday with friends – without falling out. Read more

 

Our travel picks of the week

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Turkey | Meze, markets and monk seals: the best of Turkey’s Aegean coast. Read more

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Italy | A fun and fabulous way to travel: my tuk-tuk adventure across northern Italy. Read more  

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Pedal the low road | Cycling coast-to-coast across southern Scotland. Read more  

 

Featured Trip

Lake Como and St Moritz

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Combine alpine beauty with chic lakeside charm on this classic tour which includes a journey on the famous Bernina Express.

 

In other news

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A local’s guide to Reykjavík, Iceland: the best bars, cafes, beaches and geothermal pools.

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This week's favourite trips

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Walking in the Lake District
Discover the beauty of the Lake District from your base in the charming market town of Keswick on this self guided walking tour.

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Ancient and modern Japan
This amazing journey from Kyoto to Tokyo is the perfect introduction to the many contrasts of this unforgettable country.

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Croatia’s Istrian riviera
Explore the delights of the Croatian coast and the Plitvice National Park plus the beauty of Slovenia’s Lake Bled.

 

Readers tips

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‘Magic that will inspire never-ending travels’: readers’ favourite places in Turkey.

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Deal of the week

Istanbul, Ephesus and Troy - save up to 10%

Explore amazing ancient sights such as Troy and Pergamon plus the historic highlights of Istanbul on this classic tour.

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Five of the best walks on England’s South West Coast Path.

 
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