The remotest of the remote: getting off-grid in the Faroe Islands

If you like your holidays really remote, then these are the islands for you.

The best villages in Emilia Romagna

Discover some of the country’s finest architecture along this Roman road.

Thing to do in the Vendée with kids

Home to Europe’s best theme park, this region of France is ideal for a family holiday.

The most beautiful villages in Abruzzo

Many of Abruzzo’s villages are officially recognised as being among the most beautiful in Italy.

The Dodecanese dream: Q&A with Jennifer Barclay

Jennifer Barclay discusses the inspiration for her new book and why she moved to the Greek island of Tilos.

The joys (sometimes) of isolation: the deserted places of the Dodecanese

Jennifer Barclay reflects upon life in this remote Greek archipelago.

A walking tour of Bratislava’s Old Town

Discover the Slovakian capital on foot with our handy walking tour

The secret behind Bratislava’s statues

Bratislava is a city filled with fountains and statues – some poetic, some quirky, some reverential

Bratislava’s Socialist relics

Although Bratislava has changed dramatically in recent years, you can still spy remnants of the socialist regime  

The Calais region – an overlooked family gem

This often-overlooked area of northern France is a fantastic place for a family holiday

Europe’s greatest hiking trails

Europe has some spectacular opportunities for walkers.

The best monasteries in North Macedonia

From large lakeside complexes to tiny clifftop churches, North Macedonia is home to some of the best monasteries in Europe.

Five mythological places to visit in the Peloponnese

You know the history, but do you know the myth? 

The best monasteries in Europe

From stunning landscapes to sites of historical and cultural importance, monasteries provide a wealth of interest for the avid traveller.

Seven things to do in Svalbard

Add this remote archipelago to your bucket list.