Palacete Servero, Porto Review
The unique charm, the port wine industry, gateway to the Douro River are just some of the reasons for visiting Porto, it’s where history and modernity collide. Cristiano Ronaldo and…
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The unique charm, the port wine industry, gateway to the Douro River are just some of the reasons for visiting Porto, it’s where history and modernity collide. Cristiano Ronaldo and…
The beautiful city of Portugal in the form of Lisbon, has colorful streets, old neighborhoods as well as beautiful viewpoints. As a first-time visitor, a lot of places may seem…
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Evening in Athens invites visitors to look upward. As the sun slips down and the city quiets a little, rooftops become vantage points for one of the most iconic views…
Christmas markets in Croatia blend old-world charm with coastal magic. With its historic cities, seaside towns and lively capital, the country offers a distinctly festive experience that combines Hanseatic architecture…
As the nights draw in and thoughts turn to winter escapes, the annual wave of Black Friday holiday deals brings a welcome chance to plan a memorable adventure for less…
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Birmingham, one of the UK’s most vibrant cities, is a cultural hub that truly comes alive through its festivals and community events. From smooth jazz to festive lights, and from…
Slovenia is a hidden gem for festive breaks: its compact towns, alpine lakes and medieval streets provide a truly atmospheric backdrop for Christmas markets. Whether you want snow‑kissed vistas, historic…
Ireland may be known for its lively pubs and rugged coastline, but come winter the country also delivers some truly memorable Christmas markets. Across cities and towns, historic squares transform…
Poland at Christmas is a land of fairy lights, wooden stalls and joyful traditions. As December rolls in, its historic cities come alive with festive charm—from Gothic squares in Kraków…
Hungary brings a vibrant and stylish flavour to the holiday season, blending historic settings, city-buzz and regional charm into its Christmas markets. From the grandeur of the capital to the…
Slovakia, with its snow-dusted mountains and historic towns, offers a wonderfully authentic Central European Christmas experience. As winter sets in, the country’s squares transform into glowing festive hubs where aromas…
Eastern Europe comes alive during the festive season, and Romania and Moldova are no exception. From bustling capital squares to quaint medieval towns, these countries offer a magical mix of…
Few countries capture the spirit of a traditional European Christmas quite like Czechia. With its cobbled medieval towns, Gothic cathedrals and cosy cafés serving steaming cups of svařák (mulled wine)…
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Discover the most magical Christmas festivals in Spain, Portugal, Andorra and Madeira — from historic nativity fairs in Seville to winter wonderlands in Lisbon, cosy alpine villages in Andorra and…
Two competitors collide against each other and crash into me, so keen are they to return to the fray. As a judge I feel tempted to brandish a yellow card…
When winter descends upon the Alps, Switzerland and Liechtenstein transform into glittering wonderlands filled with festive spirit, mountain charm and centuries-old traditions. Wooden chalets brim with crafts, twinkling lights reflect…
Germany is world-renowned for its Christmas markets, which date back to the late Middle Ages. Each market is a winter wonderland of twinkling lights, wooden chalets, Glühwein, festive music and…
Somerset is one of my favourite counties. There is a relaxed friendliness to the place. The town of Somerton, which used to be the capital of the county in the…
The Baltic Christmas markets bring warmth, light and festive spirit to the long northern winters of Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia. From snow-dusted medieval squares to cosy wooden chalets serving mulled…
From the snowy streets of Stockholm to the twinkling lights of Copenhagen and the icy magic of Iceland, the Scandinavian Christmas Markets are among the most enchanting in Europe. Blending…
This major exhibition of the trailblazing surrealist photographer Lee Miller is a hot ticket right now. Just looking ahead on the booking calendar there are numerous timeslots sold out. How…
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