Seven cities where women changed the world

Plus: 10 of the world's coolest food trucks & Quirky things to do in the Bayou State

Seven cities where women changed the world Great women don't always make the history books. But in some cities, a groundbreaking leader, intellectual or artist has left an unmistakable imprint. Travel from ancient Egypt to 20th-century France and see the world through the eyes of seven mighty women.   WORLD-BEATERS   10 of the world's coolest food trucks They're fun, local, cheap – and over the last decade, they've changed the culinary landscape of cities ranging from London to La Paz: all hail the rise of the gourmet food truck! TRUCK IN How to recreate six great literary journeys Up for adventure but short on ideas? Why not take a leaf out of one of these great texts and recreate the journeys of their protagonists – from Odysseus' voyage around Greece to Cheryl Strayed's hike through the American wilderness. NOVEL ADVENTURES Global adventurer Bear Grylls' happiest travel experiences Bear Grylls has guided many famous names – including Julia Roberts, Will Ferrell and President Obama – on the TV show Running Wild; we asked about his travel inspiration, guilty pleasure and idea of holiday hell. BEARING ALL   Quirky things to do in the Bayou State That voodoo that you do so well... from macabre museums to spooky boutiques, Louisiana seems to specialise in all things strange. OFFBEAT LOUISIANA

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