Tirana, the capital of Albania, makes a perfect weekend break, with fascinating things to do, amazing food and drink and a fun, walkable city centre.

Pompeii, near Naples, Italy is one of the world’s most famous archaeological sites and offers an amazing journey into the past. Here are 7 reasons why visiting Pompeii should be on your bucket list.

With a little extra time to plan, you can make your big birthday really special. Be inspired with these 40th birthday trip ideas and start dreaming of how you will celebrate your 40th birthday.

Looking for a stylish hotel-slash-hostel in Málaga? Here's my review of TOC Hostel Málaga with first-hand details on the rooms, location, breakfast and value.

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San Marino is one of the smallest countries in the world – and one of the least-visited. But if you go to Bologna or Rimini in Italy and don’t make the very slight detour to visit San Marino, you’re ...

Honest review of Staycity Aparthotel Bordeaux City Centre. See what the rooms are like, nearby attractions, and whether this aparthotel is worth the price.

Complete guide to visiting the awesome Dune du Pilat and charming Arcachon as a day trip from Bordeaux. Advice on getting there, what to do and helpful tips.

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Thinking about the Roman empire and dreaming about seeing iconic Roman ruins? Take a look at this list of amazing places to experience the might of the Roman Empire, in Rome and across Europe.

The best things to do in Bologna, Italy, including what to eat and the top places to see.