Europe and Middle East

Exclusive guide to the best holiday destinations in Europe and Middle East. independent reviews from award-winning travel writers

24 hours in Newcastle. A great city but is it enough to have a fantastic time?

01/05/2016 by .
I had 24 hours in Newcastle to find out why, but with so much to explore, would 24 hours in Newcastle be enough?

In 2014, The Guardian readers voted Newcastle best city-break destination. I had 24 hours in Newcastle to find out why, but with so much to explore, would 24 hours in Newcastle be enough?

Read the full story here

Walking the Lycian Way in Turkey. Wonderful history coming to life.

23/04/2016 by .

Las Colinas Golf and Country Club. Discover a wonderful family owned development.

12/04/2016 by .
Andy Mossack reviews Las Colinas Golf and Country Club and finds a golfing haven of peace and luxury on the Costa Blanca

Andy Mossack reviews Las Colinas Golf and Country Club and finds a golfing haven of peace and luxury on the Costa Blanca

Read the full story here

Madeira Reinvented. Discover a beautiful island that appeals to everyone.

06/04/2016 by .
Andy Mossack discovers a Madeira Reinvented. A beautiful reinvigorated island that wants to prove it can appeal to everyone.

Andy Mossack discovers a Madeira Reinvented. A beautiful reinvigorated island that wants to prove it can appeal to everyone.

Read the full story here

Eurocamp Les Ecureuiles. Luxury mobile homes in the Loire.

02/03/2016 by .

Foligno. Still undiscovered in Umbria

26/02/2016 by .
AX9A1885 copy1

Early evening and  the ancient Palazzo Candiotti in Foligno has a big smile on her face. It’s just like old times. A proper baroque banquet. The Festa d’Oro e di Vento no less, with 250 guests commemorating the 70th anniversary of the modern Quintana joust. I can almost feel this grand old dame sighing in contentment in her Sunday best. If I didn’t know better, I would think I’d been teleported back to the 17th century.

Read the full story here

Samoens. The French Alps’ beautiful little secret

23/02/2016 by .

6 secret Paris treats for an unforgettable visit to the French Capital.

04/02/2016 by .
6 secret Paris treats

Anthea Gerrie brings you her 6 Secret Paris Treats, moments you will never forget in the French capital.

Read the full story here

Chamonix for Non Skiers. Uncover a world of fun.

03/02/2016 by .

Baqueira Beret. Seductive Spanish ski gem.

07/01/2016 by .
BAQUEIRA BERET 10

Baqueira Beret is a Spanish ski gem in the heart of some of Europe’s most snow sure mountains and Isabel Conway reviews Spain’s premier ski resort.

Read the full story here