London is undeniably one of the world's greatest cities and home to many iconic British attractions including Big Ben, Buckingham Palace and, of course, the beloved London bus. The city…
Budapest was created when thee cities, Buda, Obuda and Pest, joined forces to create the great Hungarian capital around 150 years ago. Buda is the quieter, classier side on the…
With it's architecture, beaches and surrounding mountains, Seville has earned itself a name as Spain's third city, alongside Barcelona and Madrid. It's most famous attraction is the Alcazar, a royal…
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. Madrid has great city squares, beautiful green spaces, and lots of activities…
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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Venice is a beautiful maze of canals and bridges in the northeast of Italy that’s become a staple destination for anyone visiting Europe. The city may be small in size,…
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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…