Europe travel guide

Europe travel guide

Marbella Club Hotel, Spain
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Marbella
Agali Beach in Folegandros, Greece, with crystal-clear turquoise water and whitewashed buildings.
This untapped Greek island is a stylish alternative to Santorini
Greece
Ilheu de Vila Franca, which has one of the best beaches in the Azores
Beach glory — these are the top spots in the Azores
Azores
Pinhao railway station in the Douro Valley, Portugal
These are the best rail journeys in Europe
Europe
View of Amalfi, Italy, a resort town on the coast.
ITALY
15 of the best tours of Italy for your next getaway
Amalfi Coast
Legoland Billund entrance gate.
This Lego-obsessed city is Europe’s best break for kids
Denmark
Beach surrounded by cliffs in Cassis, France.
Ooh la la! These are France’s best beaches to laze on this summer
France
Ilheu de Vila Franca, which has one of the best beaches in the Azores
Beach glory — these are the top spots in the Azores
Azores
Ilheu de Vila Franca, which has one of the best beaches in the Azores
Beach glory — these are the top spots in the Azores
Azores
Pinhao railway station in the Douro Valley, Portugal
These are the best rail journeys in Europe
Europe
Pinhao railway station in the Douro Valley, Portugal
These are the best rail journeys in Europe
Europe
View of Amalfi, Italy, a resort town on the coast.
ITALY
15 of the best tours of Italy for your next getaway
Amalfi Coast
View of Amalfi, Italy, a resort town on the coast.
ITALY
15 of the best tours of Italy for your next getaway
Amalfi Coast
Legoland Billund entrance gate.
This Lego-obsessed city is Europe’s best break for kids
Denmark
Legoland Billund entrance gate.
This Lego-obsessed city is Europe’s best break for kids
Denmark
Beach surrounded by cliffs in Cassis, France.
Ooh la la! These are France’s best beaches to laze on this summer
France
Beach surrounded by cliffs in Cassis, France.
Ooh la la! These are France’s best beaches to laze on this summer
France
Marbella Club Hotel, Spain
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Greece

The Newsom family on the court at Paleros Beach Resort in Greece
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The Newsom family on the court at Paleros Beach Resort in Greece

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A woman in a hat paddling in a pool at Daios Cove, Crete, one of the best all-inclusive hotels in Greece
A guide to the ultimate all-inclusive hotels in Greece
The fishing village of Damocuhari on the Pelion peninsula, one of the most beautiful places in Greece
I’ve visited Greece for 30 years. These are its prettiest spots
Whitewashed houses on a rocky Folegandros island beach.
The Greek islands to visit this summer to avoid the crowds
The pool at Ikos Dassia hotel in Corfu
Ikos Dassia hotel review: a luxury Corfu all-inclusive with standout food
Corfu
Panoramic view of Corfu's Old Town from the New Fortress.
The hack to holidaying in Greece for just £403 this summer
Corfu
Porto Katsiki Beach, Lefkada Island, Greece: a sandy bay with turquoise water and a sailboat.
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Whitewashed houses on a rocky Folegandros island beach.
The Greek islands to visit this summer to avoid the crowds
The pool at Ikos Dassia hotel in Corfu
Ikos Dassia hotel review: a luxury Corfu all-inclusive with standout food
Corfu
Panoramic view of Corfu's Old Town from the New Fortress.
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Corfu
Porto Katsiki Beach, Lefkada Island, Greece: a sandy bay with turquoise water and a sailboat.
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A woman in a hat paddling in a pool at Daios Cove, Crete, one of the best all-inclusive hotels in Greece
A guide to the ultimate all-inclusive hotels in Greece
The fishing village of Damocuhari on the Pelion peninsula, one of the most beautiful places in Greece
I’ve visited Greece for 30 years. These are its prettiest spots

Spain

Boats arouns Playa de Ses Illetes in Formentera, one of the best places to visit in Spain
These are the most incredible places to visit in Spain

Atmospheric cities, rolling vineyards and long, golden beaches are just three reasons why this is the UK’s favourite holiday destination

Basilica Cathedral of Our Lady of Pillar and bridge over the Ebro River in Zaragoza, Spain.
The northeastern Spanish city with a surprising tapas scene
Lounge beds seemingly floating on an infinity pool at Bless Hotel, Cala Nova - one of the best hotels in Ibiza
Discover the ideal place to stay in Ibiza
Ibiza
The Luís I Bridge and Douro River in Porto, Portugal.
A river cruise is the most relaxing way to see Europe. Here are 17 of the best
Austria
Woman standing in front of vineyard and monastery.
Charlotte Ivers: ‘My road trip through Spain’s world-class vineyards’
The roof terrace at Grand Hyatt Barcelona hotel
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View of Granada, Spain's Albaicin neighborhood, showing traditional Arabic architecture.
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The Luís I Bridge and Douro River in Porto, Portugal.
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Austria
Woman standing in front of vineyard and monastery.
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The roof terrace at Grand Hyatt Barcelona hotel
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View of Granada, Spain's Albaicin neighborhood, showing traditional Arabic architecture.
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Basilica Cathedral of Our Lady of Pillar and bridge over the Ebro River in Zaragoza, Spain.
The northeastern Spanish city with a surprising tapas scene
Lounge beds seemingly floating on an infinity pool at Bless Hotel, Cala Nova - one of the best hotels in Ibiza
Discover the ideal place to stay in Ibiza
Ibiza
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Italy

Aerial view of a sailboat in turquoise water near a small island with a tower.
Sardinia has the best of Italy. These are its loveliest hotels

The island has some of Europe’s clearest waters, mountain hikes, centuries of historic monuments… and a growing array of fabulous stays. Our expert picks her favourites

Sardinia
Hotel bedroom with large bed and city view.
This is Venice’s coolest hotel right now
Venice
Beach at the village of Camogli in Liguria with colourful buildings facing the sea.
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Stone pathway leading to a Tuscan villa with a swimming pool.
Tuscany’s lesser-known wine region with a stylish new stay
Hilton Molino Stucky, Venice
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Venice
The studio-like interior of a deluxe suite in Palazzo Alibrandi, Campo dei Fiori, Regola – one of the best Airbnbs in Rome
These 10 Airbnbs make the perfect home in Rome
Rome
The Naviglio Grande in Milan; La Primavera, sculpture by Filippo Gnaccarini, in the Piazza del Popolo in Rome
Milan v Rome: which city is better?
Stone pathway leading to a Tuscan villa with a swimming pool.
Tuscany’s lesser-known wine region with a stylish new stay
Hilton Molino Stucky, Venice
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Venice
The studio-like interior of a deluxe suite in Palazzo Alibrandi, Campo dei Fiori, Regola – one of the best Airbnbs in Rome
These 10 Airbnbs make the perfect home in Rome
Rome
The Naviglio Grande in Milan; La Primavera, sculpture by Filippo Gnaccarini, in the Piazza del Popolo in Rome
Milan v Rome: which city is better?
Hotel bedroom with large bed and city view.
This is Venice’s coolest hotel right now
Venice
Beach at the village of Camogli in Liguria with colourful buildings facing the sea.
ITALY
Italy has some of the world’s best beaches. These are our top 20

France

Beachfront house with yellow awnings and patio furniture.
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Long table with liquor bottles and glasses in front of a wall of liquor bottles.
My extravagant weekend on the cognac trail
Luxury
James Marriott at lavender fields near St. Paul de Mausole, Remy de Provence.
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Aerial view of L'hotel-restaurant du cap Hornu in Baie de Somme, France.
My airport-free recipe for a foolproof family beach break in France
View of Seillans, France, a village certified as one of the most beautiful villages in France.
Provence’s cool new hiking retreat (with wine at its heart)
the outdoor dining terrace at Gina, Place Masséna — one of the best restaurants in Nice
I’ve lived on the French Riviera for years, these are my top restaurants in Nice
Nice
A visitor in a vineyard in Saint-Émilion in Bordeaux, France
I’m a wine expert — these are the best holidays in France
Aerial view of L'hotel-restaurant du cap Hornu in Baie de Somme, France.
My airport-free recipe for a foolproof family beach break in France
View of Seillans, France, a village certified as one of the most beautiful villages in France.
Provence’s cool new hiking retreat (with wine at its heart)
the outdoor dining terrace at Gina, Place Masséna — one of the best restaurants in Nice
I’ve lived on the French Riviera for years, these are my top restaurants in Nice
Nice
A visitor in a vineyard in Saint-Émilion in Bordeaux, France
I’m a wine expert — these are the best holidays in France
Long table with liquor bottles and glasses in front of a wall of liquor bottles.
My extravagant weekend on the cognac trail
Luxury
James Marriott at lavender fields near St. Paul de Mausole, Remy de Provence.
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My journey through Provence in the footsteps of my favourite artists

Portugal

Grande Real Villa Itália, Santa Marta, is one of the best hotels in Cascais
Where to stay in the cool Portuguese beach town of Cascais

From boutique retreats in the cobbled centre to resort hotels with facilities for families and golfers, Cascais has seaside stays to tick all sorts of boxes

The Douro River in Porto, one of the best places to visit in Portugal
10 of the best places to visit in Portugal
Children on a walkway beside the sea at Martinhal Sagres resort in the Algarve, Portugal
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Vila Vita
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Algarve
Lux Albufeira is one of the best villas in Albufeira
This coastal Algarve city is filled with incredible villas
Algarve
Vila Origens, one of the best hotels in Albufeira
These are Albufeira’s top hotels (for all kinds of travellers)
Praia da Salema, Salema – one of the best beaches in the Algarve
The Algarve has more than 150 beaches. These are its most glorious
Algarve
Vila Vita
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Lux Albufeira is one of the best villas in Albufeira
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Vila Origens, one of the best hotels in Albufeira
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Praia da Salema, Salema – one of the best beaches in the Algarve
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Algarve
The Douro River in Porto, one of the best places to visit in Portugal
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Children on a walkway beside the sea at Martinhal Sagres resort in the Algarve, Portugal
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Turkey

Soho House Istanbul, one of the best hotels in Istanbul
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Whether it’s grand and glam you’re after, or discreet and boutique urban hideaways, Istanbul has room for every type of traveller

Istanbul
Luxury resort pool area with lounge chairs and a statue.
14 of the best hotels in Oludeniz
Ayazma Beach in Bozcaada Island, Turkey.
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Stone archway leading to a beach.
Our go-to guide to Icmeler’s best hotels
a restaurant with tables and chairs and purple curtains
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Istanbul
Fethiye, Turkey - Getty Images
15 of the best hotels in Fethiye
Fethiye
Aerial view of The Dalyan River, one of the best places to visit in Turkey
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Antalya
Stone archway leading to a beach.
Our go-to guide to Icmeler’s best hotels
a restaurant with tables and chairs and purple curtains
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Istanbul
Fethiye, Turkey - Getty Images
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Fethiye
Aerial view of The Dalyan River, one of the best places to visit in Turkey
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Antalya
Luxury resort pool area with lounge chairs and a statue.
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Ayazma Beach in Bozcaada Island, Turkey.
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Germany

Brandenburg Gate in Berlin at sunset.
How to find the perfect summer city break for under £350

A visit to Berlin in July delivers lakeside beer gardens, picnics in the park and a five-star hotel stay

Berlin
The rooftop dining space at Hotel de Rome, Berlin
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Berlin
The lobby at the Ritz-Carlton, Berlin hotel
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Prinzipalmarkt in Münster, Germany, with St. Lambert's Church in the background.
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Neuschwanstein Castle backed by Alpine mountains and blue and pink skies, one of the best places to visit in Germany
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Aerial view of Sinsheim Abbey at sunrise.
A football match led me to an obscure part of Germany. I loved it
Medieval Bottcherstrasse street in Bremen, Germany, with tourists.
The underrated German city that’s full of fairytales
Prinzipalmarkt in Münster, Germany, with St. Lambert's Church in the background.
The fun, under-the-radar German city that’s now easier to reach
Neuschwanstein Castle backed by Alpine mountains and blue and pink skies, one of the best places to visit in Germany
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Aerial view of Sinsheim Abbey at sunrise.
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Medieval Bottcherstrasse street in Bremen, Germany, with tourists.
The underrated German city that’s full of fairytales
The rooftop dining space at Hotel de Rome, Berlin
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The lobby at the Ritz-Carlton, Berlin hotel
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