Europe Travel

Introducing Hotel Cordée Des Alpes
New to the Swiss resort of Verbier this December is Hotel Cordée des Alpes - a luxurious hotel with innovative interiors mixing the best of old-school ski and the latest in Swiss chic.

Swarovski Crystal Tree lights up Advent in Tirol
On Thursday 15th November, Innsbruck, the capital of Tirol, unveiled one of the most magical Christmas Markets in Europe with a spectacular new attraction.

New 'Shop and Cruise' winter warmer in the English Lake District
Visitors to the Lake District are set to start 2013 in style with a relaxing seasonal cruise on England's largest lake, coupled with some retail therapy at one of the region's premier shopping outlet centres.

Celebrate big in Mallorca with big self-catering accommodation
Multi award-winning Mallorca Farmhouses are celebrating 25 years as Mallorca’s self-catering accommodation specialist in 2013.

Christmas markets in Denmark's provinces
Denmark's crisp Christmas air is illuminated by thousands of white lights when the many traditional Christmas markets open their doors to a new season of yuletide festivities all over the country.

All-inclusive cruising on the Norfolk Broads
All-inclusive boating holidays from the base at Horning in the Norfolk Broads are being introduced for 2013 courtesy of specialist boating holiday agency, Waterways Holidays.
Valletta crowned European Capital of Culture 2018
Malta’s capital city, Valletta, has now officially selected as European Capital of Culture 2018.

Christmas markets in Italy
Christmas traditions are cherished by the people all over Italy. Christmas markets in Italy (often known as Mercatino di Natale) are incredibly popular with locals and tourists alike.

North Jutland, Denmark's 'Land of Light' shines brightly for Christmas
North Jutland, Denmark's most northerly region, known for its wonderful natural light - said to lift the spirits and awaken the senses - is lavishly illuminated at this time of year by thousands upon thousands of bright, festive lights strung through villages and towns in celebration of Christmas.

Enjoy a Wildfitness adventure and bring your kids along
Wildfitness has announced that children are now welcome at all three of its destinations, enabling parents to focus on, and make the most of their fitness course with the added comfort of having their children nearby.

Sicilian Treats: Festive house-party holidays in Sicily
Swap mince pies and Christmas pudding for 'panettone' and other Sicilian Christmas delicacies and enjoy mild temperatures and a house-party style atmosphere on a Christmas or New Year break in Sicily.

Cheap Dublin Christmas market breaks
Irish Ferries Holidays has a self-drive Dublin break from just £183 per person (saving £42 per person) for any three nights’ bed and breakfast, before 23 December, at the Sandymount Hotel, a perfect base from which to visit the city’s Christmas Markets.

The modern marvel of Madesimo
Nestled in the sunny Spluga Valley is the beautiful Italian resort of Madesimo. This traditional resort is small and incredibly friendly but enjoys a strong international reputation for the finest snowsports among those in the know.
Gothenburg and West Sweden - Christmas breaks and new tours
Here’s an overview of inspirational new holiday ideas and travel news - from a festivity-filled break in Gothenburg to new walking trips in Dalsland’s lake district, hotel openings and plans to expand the famous Shellfish Journey.

Aalborg - Denmark's gateway to North Jutland's Viking history
With Viking celebrations scheduled for 2013 and 2014 in both the UK and Denmark to mark the invasion of England by the King of Denmark and subsequent crowning of his son Cnut as the King of England, why not delve deeper into this fascinating history with a short direct flight under two hours to North Jutland's capital Aalborg to discover this delightful region.