February is one of my favourite months to travel in Europe. Sure, the weather isn’t always reliable, but there is a surplus of excellent events scheduled across the continent. From the age-old traditions of February’s lively carnival celebrations and the romantic call of Valentine’s Day abroad to ski slopes stacked with fresh powder and northern…
Europe in January might not seem the most exciting prospect on paper. Christmas markets have closed, festive cheer has been replaced by New Year’s resolutions and, let’s be honest, we’re all ready to save some cash after December’s expenses. But that’s precisely why these picks are some of the best places to visit in Europe…
Some sun worshipers require just three things for a perfect beach holiday in Europe: a shimmering sun-kissed shoreline, shade-casting parasols, and a fully stocked beach bar. Meanwhile, more restless beach bums might prefer their European beach destination to come paired with a first-class food scene, cliff-hugging hiking trails, or epic inland adventures. Luckily, the continent’s…
Family-friendly holidays in Europe come in all shapes and sizes: multi-generation road trips through historic hinterlands, education-heavy city breaks packed with museums, coastal retreats complete with kids clubs and Alpine adventures for all abilities. Then you’ve got the typical major players like Disneyland Paris and Butlins. But perhaps you’re seeking some slightly more offbeat family…
April in Europe offers up a variety of reasons to visit. The continent’s warmest spots are starting to welcome back visitors to their beaches thanks to rising temperatures. Easter ensures that destinations such as Seville and Braga are some of the best places to visit in April for seasonal celebrations. And – outside school holidays…
There’s no denying that Europe’s most famed spots became so visited for good reason. Venice, Paris, Barcelona and London all laud over some of the continent’s best attractions, cuisine and culture. Sadly, this can often lead us to overlook some of the more underrated cities in Europe. Instead, we return to old favourites or plump…
Travelling Europe in winter can mean many things; Christmas markets, New Year celebrations, Valentine’s Day escapes, chasing the winter sun, and, of course, snow and ski trips. Thus, choosing the best places to visit in Europe in winter will depend very much on what you’re seeking. If you’re fed up with wrapping up, then it’s…
Exploring the best hidden gems in Europe often means cheap flights on Ryanair, heading off the main path, or simply finding yourself somewhere totally unexpected. Some people call that inconvenient. I call it winning. I love hunting out the slightly off-the-beaten-path Europe destinations, the places still waiting for the crowds to descend and those spots that unexpectedly…
Check out all the places seen in this video: From Scandinavia’s striking snow-coated scenery to the charming coastlines of the Mediterranean, Europe is full of diverse and dreamy landscapes that belie its relatively small size. While its world-class capitals of London, Paris, and Rome attract the most visitors, the continent’s 44 countries each have delightfully…