Thornbury Castle is a luxury five-star hotel in southwest England that has more history than most! This castle hotel dates back to the 16th century, and it was once stayed in by none other than King Henry VIII and his wife Anne Boleyn (before he had her beheaded!). With old-world charm, regal character, and Tudor …
No trip to Denmark is complete without embracing the “hygge” lifestyle while relaxing in one of the best hotels in Copenhagen. This is the quirky, cool, cultural, and historic Danish capital, after all, and you’ll quickly learn that the unique Danish concept of wellbeing (“hygge”) is one that you won’t easily leave behind! Copenhagen is …
London. Few cities capture the imagination and attention of even the most seasoned of travelers as Britain’s capital does. This is a sprawling metropolis of different suburbs and unique districts, each with its own history, sights, character, peculiarities, and excellent hotels. Ride the London Underground just for fun, take an open-top tour in a bright …
Hidden away on the Baltic edge of Europe, Vilnius is fast becoming a tourist hotspot in the continent’s northeast. The Lithuanian capital, with its petite population of 600,000, might pale in comparison to the size of other European cities, but don’t worry because there are almost too many things to do in Vilnius! History is …
With a history stretching back to the 13th century, Vilnius is one of the best destinations in the Baltics for a city break getaway! Lithuania’s buzzing capital city is where tradition collides headlong with modernity, and you’ll love exploring its quirky sights and historic attractions during your stay. Surrounded by hilltops steeped in Lithuanian legend, …
If you’re looking for a highly underrated European destination, look no further than the picture-perfect Slovenian capital Ljubljana. It’s a dynamic destination, perfect for off-the-beaten-path travelers searching for a new adventure in the Balkans. Long gone are the socialist days of the communist era, when Ljubljana was simply a regional city within the former Yugoslavia. …
Take a stroll through historic sites in the Old Town or walk beneath the modern skyscrapers and brutalist buildings in central Warsaw. Then try to imagine the Polish capital as a tiny fishing village on the banks of the River Vistula. It’s impossible to see it so today, but until Warsaw’s big break came in …
Hearty meals of haggis, neeps, and tatties, bountiful broths of Cullen skink and Cock-a-Leekie Soup, and delectable desserts of tablet and cranachan all make Scottish food one of our world favorites. If it’s your first time in Scotland, though, we’ll forgive you for not knowing what any of those dishes are. But rest assured, foodie-loving …
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Christmas is a magical time of year to be in Europe. That sounds like a well-worn cliché, but when you start touring Europe’s best Christmas markets, you’ll soon realize it’s true! In Germany, you can visit Europe’s oldest Christmas markets. Here medieval squares have been hosting traditional festive celebrations for centuries. But look further afield, …
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One of Europe’s best-kept secrets, Tirana is a place that rarely makes travel bucket lists. But when you start looking into all the diverse and captivating attractions Albania’s capital city has to offer, you’ll be planning your itinerary before you’ve even booked your flight! Tirana offers a huge range of activities that are guaranteed to …