Europe and Middle East

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

Top 13 things to do in Budapest. The perfect insider guide.

29/01/2014 by .

Southern Bulgaria. Beautiful and bargain friendly.

29/01/2014 by .

Bregenz. Baroque on water.

28/01/2014 by .
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It is early morning in Bregenz and the vastness of Lake Constance is just lying there in front of me shimmering away in the sunshine. It’s the type of morning where walkers are out for a stroll along the lake’s shoreline and the delightful smell of fresh coffee and pastries wafts across the promenade from the nearby cafes. Perfect.

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Seville. The perfect weekend break

16/01/2014 by .

The Loire Valley: Enchanted gardens

16/01/2014 by .

Carmel Caves added to UNESCO list. Natural wonder finally recognised.

18/12/2013 by .

Christmas Day in London – Dickens to the rescue

14/12/2013 by .
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First a warning: London tends to close down on Christmas Day. Public transport does not run and most restaurants and shops are closed. Christmas day in London is a little bit special.

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Bjorkliden. Embark on a thrilling golf experience

13/12/2013 by .
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There are fewer tougher challenges in golf than the 9 holes of snow-covered extreme golf in Bjorkliden, Swedish Lapland. It is extreme golf.

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Robbie Williams headlines at Ischgl

12/12/2013 by .
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Robbie Williams will headlining Ischgl’s  annual end of season concert with his entire Big Band 7,600 feet up the Alps.

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easyJet nervous flyers courses

11/12/2013 by .
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easyJet nervous flyers courses are taking off. It has six new Fearless Flyer courses designed to help nervous travellers across Britain overcome their fears – including their first ever course in Northern Ireland.

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