Cool bars and friendly vibes: readers’ favourite city neighbourhoods in Europe These are the less explored corners of Stockholm, Amsterdam, Berlin and Porto that you’ve ‘stumbled into and ended up staying’ • Tell us about a great trip in the UK – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher When friends came to visit […]

Perfect Padua and a Greek theatre in Sicily: readers’ favourite places in Italy From cycling in the Cinque Terre to sipping espresso at a secret spot overlooking the Colosseum, here are some of your Italian highlights • Tell us about great beach bars and restaurants in Europe – the best tip wins a £200 holiday […]

Lochs, bothies and burial chambers: readers’ favourite trips in Scotland From the epic landscapes of the Highlands and Islands to intimate local community events, our readers share their best finds in Scotland • Tell us about a cool neighbourhood in a European city – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher After trekking in […]

‘Tranquil, natural and barely a tourist in sight’: readers’ favourite hidden gems in Spain Your top off-the-beaten track discoveries, from gorges in Galicia to vineyards in La Rioja• Tell us about a trip to Italy – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher Recently travelling from Madrid to San Sebastián, we spent three days […]

‘It’s like witnessing a Renoir or Matisse painting coming to life’: readers’ favourite trips in France From Normandy to Provence, our readers enjoy great art, architecture and outdoor activities in France• Tell us about a trip to Scotland – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher Vichy is not on everyone’s radar as a […]

‘A kaleidoscope of colour and life’: readers’ favourite UK spring days out Your top tips for seasonal outings from birdwatching to gorgeous gardens, amazing architecture and more• Tell us about a trip to Spain – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher Last April, I based myself in Oban and took my teenagers puffin-watching […]

Wildlife abounds – even in our cities: readers’ favourite UK nature reserves and national parks From a deconsecrated London cemetery to a Cumbrian seal colony, our readers select wonderful ‘havens for both human and non-human visitors’• Tell us about your trips to France – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher I always take […]

‘No cars, unspoilt beaches and seabirds rule’: readers’ favourite European island escapes From the rugged north of Scotland to the glittering Aegean, our tipsters recommend islands for slowing down, lazing around and taking in nature• Tell us about a spring activity or day out – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher A short […]

‘In Switzerland, it’s possible to sledge between two railway stations’: readers’ favourite family adventures in Europe Alpine playgrounds, unforgettable train rides and white-water rafting feature in our readers’ family trips from Norway to the Netherlands • Tell us about a trip to a UK national park or national nature reserve – the best tip wins […]

‘A scramble down to a gorgeous expanse of beach’: readers’ favourite unsung places in Wales From magical swimming spots to museums and pizza joints, our readers share their top Welsh discoveries • Tell us about a favourite break on an island in Europe – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher I’m a fan […]