Europe Travel
Biodiversity on the Costa Alentejana
A deluxe destination with biodiversity at its heart, the Costa Alentejana’s troiaresort on the eponymously named peninsula – a short ferry ride from Lisbon’s Setúbal - is a unique retreat for nature lovers, couples and families who appreciate luxury but who also care about the environment.
An autumn break in Cornwall on a shoestring
Autumn is the perfect time to visit Cornwall; the county is winding down for the winter with much of the summer crowds and traffic jams a distant memory.
Enjoy perfect autumn and half term breaks on the North Cornish coast
Minutes from one of Cornwall's best Blue Flag surfing beaches with direct access to some of the most breathtaking coastal scenery and the South West Coast Path, close to dedicated cycle trails and the wealth of Cornish mining history, the new Towan Valley holiday properties make the perfect Autumn break getaway.
Yoga Weeks at the Alpina Dolomites for December 2012
Gather yourself for the Christmas season in the magnificent surroundings of the Italian Dolomites, where The Alpina Dolomites Gardena Health Lodge & Spa is offering Yoga Weeks from December 7 to 21.
Ischgl breaks new ground with Festival Opening week
The ground-breaking, luxury ski resort of Ischgl in the Austrian Tirol will blast the new ski season into action with a week-long feast of world-class entertainment culminating in a concert featuring cult rock band The Scorpions.
Relax, rejuventate, return to Switzerland
Whether you're a regular or a first-timer in Switzerland, a visit to the Swiss Alps is the relaxing way to enjoy winter - at as gentle a pace as you please.
Ski and foodie heaven in the Alta Badia region
This winter there are a plethora of new food and ski attractions in the Alta Badia region on offer.
Explore off the tourist tracks in Mallorca
As the largest of Spain’s Balearic Islands, Mallorca offers the perfect base to explore by car. In the north, winding mountainous roads lead to quiet coves, glorious viewpoints and pine-clad woodland, while the rural roads in the south head through undulating farmland, fields of wild flowers, olive trees and charming villages.
Win a family ski holiday in Les 3 Vallees
The French ski region of Les 3 Vallees is offering a family of four the chance to go from beginners to experts in just one ski season, with a prize worth more than £30,000.
easyJet announces Icelandic expansion
easyJet has announced the addition of two new routes from Manchester and Edinburgh to Reykjavik, which will begin in March 2013.
Ireland takes leading role in new top 100 courses list
With Rory McIlroy sitting proudly at the top of the world rankings, Irish golf's profile is bigger than ever before and that is mirrored by Golf Monthly's latest list of top 100 courses in the UK and Ireland.
Maximise the maximum with The Aurora Zone
2013 is supposedly going to bring the peak of the current Solar Maximum, the part of the sun’s cycle when its energy is at its highest. ‘Supposedly’ because solar physicists are getting their telescopes in a right twist on this subject, and not everyone agrees.
E-bike holidays - A new way to discover the Camino
The Camino arguably has the most beautiful landscapes, stunning mountain scenes, amazing historic sites, preserved traditions and of course, great food.
Remember, remember the 5th of November
Whether you're eager to learn the history behind Guy Fawkes and his failed gunpowder plot or you just want to indulge in toffee apples and treacle whilst watching the sky sparkle, VisitEngland has chosen the top events around the country to guarantee your bonfire night goes off with a bang!
Falmouth celebrates oysters, ale and walking
A host of festivals are descending upon Falmouth this month and there really is something for everyone to enjoy. Seafood enthusiasts will relish the chance to sample some of the freshest and finest produce at The Falmouth Oyster Festival