City Breaks

From concoctions served in miniscule bathtubs to dry iced mojitos, Europe really knows its stuff when it comes to fruity tipples. Here’s fifteen of the best cocktail bars in Europe.

Sleep like a star in these hallowed halls – and see some of the most photogenic parts of Europe while you’re at it. Lights, camera, ACTION.

Pack your shades and escape to sunnier shores – these 8 cities are just what you need this August

The first thing you think of when you think of Pisa is probably the Leaning Tower, but there’s plenty more in the Italian city to keep you occupied – even if you’re there on a budget.

Bruges-born chocolatier Dominique Persoone, aka the 'bad boy of the chocolate world', takes us around his home town

Whilst this Italian gem is adorned with some of the world’s best beaches, sun, sea and sand aren’t the only things Cagliari has to offer. Here’s seven ways to escape the midday sun in Cagliari.

Forget sand in your sandwiches and head out for a picnic in one of Cagliari’s grassy oases instead. Here’s five of the best parks in Cagliari.

Edinburgh may hold a special place in the hearts of Harry Potter fans, but you don’t need to read a single line of JK Rowling’s to fall under its spell.

An hour outside Brussels, Charleroi has often been overlooked as a destination in favour of its more popular neighbour. However, it's the perfect place to spend a weekend away for budget travellers...

Fall head over heels – literally – for the Charleroi region and see the area from new heights. Here’s our ultimate thrill-seeker’s guide to the Belgian city.

An intriguing city located on the border of Eastern Europe and Asia, Yerevan is brimming with ancient relics, delicious Armenian cuisine and an exciting nightlife.

Georgia’s cobbled capital is an enchanting city bursting with ornate architecture, a rich history and drool-worthy gastronomy. Here’s our guide to what to do and see in Tbilisi.

Nestled in the heart of the Caucasus, Tbilisi is a culinary hotspot waiting to be discovered. Here’s seven of the best restaurants to visit in the East-meets-West capital.

Leila Molana-Allen is a Middle East correspondent who’s lived in Beirut for the past four years. Here she shares her top tips for a visit to the Lebanese capital

What better way to learn about the country and its capital than to visit the best museums that Dublin has to offer? The following is our pick of the museums in Dublin you need to see during your stay

Lord it up Downton Abbey style at a country pile. Scale new heights in London or Manchester and play a round in Scotland - here are 10 of our top picks from around the UK...

With the leading comparison sites to choose from Ryanair Rooms have the best hotel deals and accommodation options. Here are 11 of the most incredible places you can stay...

Here we are, travelling as a couple again. Surely this new chapter in our lives offered us a new and exciting freedom? We were about to find out…

It’s May the 4th. A day when Star Wars fans all over the world celebrate the pop culture phenomenon. What better way to celebrate than visiting some of the Star Wars film locations?

A charming gem on the west coast of Ireland filled with music, nightlife and all sorts of fun, Galway will take the prestigious title of European Capital of Culture in 2020.

Sun-drenched beaches…mouth-watering food…ancient wonders…there’s a lot to love about Greece. We could go on and on, but instead we’ll let Instagram do the talking…

Can’t decide whether you want sand between your toes or a jam packed culture vulture adventure? On your next minibreak have both with our guide to the best urban beaches in Europe.

Bratislava transforms into a completely different city during Christmas time. Streets twinkle with thousands of lights and the squares in the city centre fill with stands selling local specialties.

Get the popcorn ready, because we’re going on a movie tour across the continent.

Donna is a Bulgarian native who knows its capital city better than most. Follow her tips on exploring Sofia to experience the city like a local.

Characterised by winding, ochre coloured streets crossed with leafy boulevards, Aix-en-Provence is the region’s best-kept secret. Here’s how to spend 48 hours in the city of a thousand fountains.