Don't know about you, but sometimes we crave escaping London for the day — and being near the water. Theseasideis an option, but when that's too far (or too busy) try one of these lakeside walks instead. Put your walking boots on, clear your head, and return to London feeling ref...
If you want to enjoy a true taste of Italy without the tourists, read our list of secret Italian towns you need to visit. Alberobello, Puglia Alberobello is a lovely town near Bari. It is home to the Trulli — cone-shaped white buildings that look like houses straight out of a ...
With its scenic Adriatic coastline, ancient hilltop towns, and picturesque, rolling countryside, Marche in central Italy is a delightful region to visit. If you’re looking for a quiet and peaceful holiday, it attracts substantially fewer visitors than more popular destinations such as Rome, Naples...
I’ve visited many old towns across Europe, and nothing quite compares to this one. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site,Český Krumlovis on a picturesque river with beautifulBaroqueandRenaissancearchitecture as far as the eye can see. A 13th-century castle towers over the historic center, offer...
Here’s a guide to the best hostels in France, including the coastal towns and the cities such as: Paris: Generator Paris Lille: Gastama Hostel Near Mont Saint Michel: Edd Hostel Strasbourg: Ciarus Marseille: Vertigo Vieux-Port Nice: Villa Saint Exupery Beach Hostel Sète: Georges Hostel &...
Bologna is one of the coolest towns in Italy. It is mostly frequented by students — Bologna is home to the oldest university in Europe and a whole lot of gastronomy fans, since it’s known to be the Italian food capital. Once you arrive, don’t forget to taste the delicacies of the...
Dotted with ornate Baroque churches, located near the southern tip of the Salento peninsula, is Lecce, the capital city of Puglia. Lecce is different from the other towns on this list in that it is a larger city with a more urban vibe. The historic old town sits in the city center and...
Laghi – that’s lakes in Italian – have been drawing tourists since the heyday of the Roman Empire. They still are. There’s a good reason for this. These lakes, many of them in alpine regions in northern Italy, are the stuff picture postcards are made
The green vast Euganean hills rise from the Po Valley near Padua and are vulcan in origin. This makes them suitable not only for viticulture, but also for spa vacations. Moreover, the region is home to the towns around Abano, which have united to become Europe's largest spa for fango ...
With so many incredible places to visit in Italy, lesser-known spots like Assisi can be overlooked by first-time visitors. However, I’m here to tell you that this UNESCO World Heritage site is one of Italy’s most beautiful medieval hill towns. ...