Rome has an unrivalled selection of ancient and historical sites that will give you a glimpse of life over 2,000 years ago. There’s also the Vatican City which sits within…
Spain’s capital city holds a special place in my heart as one of my first solo travel destinations. The city has a very high standard of hostels so choosing the…
Spain's vibrant cities and immaculate beaches put it firmly as one of Europe's must visit destinations and a popular stop on backpacking routes through the continent. If you're travelling solo,…
Situated on the edge of Lake Geneva and at the foot of the alps, Montreux is a small resort town in the Vaud canton of Switzerland with a huge amount…
The city of Florence was at the heart of the Renaissance, a period when art, culture and politics evolved after the middle ages. Today, Florence remains a hugely important influence…
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The Welsh capital is a must-visit city on any UK itinerary, especially if you love rugby, beer or Doctor Who. It's home to Europe's smallest castle, but one of Europe's…
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The town of Interlaken is a well-known and important destination in Switzerland providing a great base for exploring the Swiss Alps. The town is well placed to offer plenty of…
If you look out across Prague’s skyline, it becomes clear why it’s known as the ‘City of 100 spires’, with spires, towers and steeples as far as the eye can…
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Lisbon is the second oldest city in Europe, only beaten to the title by the ancient city of Athens. It’s also an incredible city to visit with a huge number…
The golden pass route from Montreux to Lucerne is one of the iconic scenic train journeys that Switzerland is famous for. The route stretches through 6 regions of Switzerland, passing…
