City Breaks

ME Barcelona certified as a ‘Biosphere Hotel’

ME Barcelona has been certified as a "Biosphere Hotel", becoming the second hotel in Catalonia to be awarded certification by the Institute of Responsible Tourism - endorsed by UNESCO.

MAXXI Museum Rome wins Sterling Prize 2010

The new MAXXI Museum (Museum of the art of the XXI century) has won the coveted Sterling Prize 2010, given by RIBA to the best British architectural project of the year.

Spooks in the city

For a spine-chilling Halloween in the capital check out some of the eerie attractions available with the London Sightseeing Pass.

Luxury barging around Venice

Venice, one of the most romantic cities in the world, will soon be home to one of European Waterways' newest luxury hotel barges, the 20-passenger La Bella Vita.

Discover Christmas in Bruges

Enjoy the charm of this medieval city and wander along cobbled streets, alongside the canals or sit back and relax in a horse drawn carriage and immerse yourself in the magical atmosphere.

Marathon runners head for Turin

Turin, the principal city of Piedmont, was renovated and modernized for the 2006 Winter Olympics and is now trying to attract more Britons to the Turin Marathon "La Stampa" Grand Prix on Sunday 14 November so that the city, less well known than other classic Italian tourist destinations but nevertheless interesting for its culture, history and food and wine, can prove to be a place of discovery for those with a passion for running.

Baltic Herring Week hits Helsinki

Baltic herring enthusiasts will get a special treat in Helsinki restaurants during the Baltic Herring Market week from 3rd-10th October.

A diverse weekend of art in Basel

The Swiss city of Basel is renowned for its world-class art galleries and museums, making it one of Europe's top cultural destinations, and the perfect place for an enriching weekend trip.

Cheryl Cole is most wanted city break celebrity companion

X Factor judge Cheryl Cole has topped a poll of celebrities Brits would most like to take on a city break with this autumn.

Treat this place like a hotel

Parents travelling to London to settle their children into university digs are invited to put their feet up at Park Plaza Hotels & Resorts - from just £99.

Monument is hot stuff for visitors to London

Fascination with the Great Fire of London is rapidly turning Monument into a must-do attraction for overseas visitors.

A taste of Teppanyaki at Hotel Okura Amsterdam

From 2nd - 9th November Hotel Okura Amsterdam, the Japanese owned hotel that is renowned for its cuisine, will be participating in the week long annual ‘Kookboeken7daagse’ culinary event that aims to share the pleasure and knowledge of cooking techniques through the promotion of the nation’s cookbooks.