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See. Erfurter Weihnachtsmarkt Experience a lesser-known Christmas market in Erfurt, Thuringia. Domplatz Visit Erfurt's main square, home to medieval cathedral towers and a morning market. Krämerbrücke Walk across this 14th-century bridge in Erfurt lined with colorful half-timbered houses. Müngsten Bridge Climb Germany's highest railway bridge near Düsseldorf for incredible valley views.

Eat. L.A. Jordan restaurant Dine at this three-star Michelin restaurant in the tiny wine town of Deidesheim. Kölsch Sample this unique pale ale, only brewed in and around Cologne, at traditional brewhouses.

Stay. Mitte Base yourself in Berlin's historic center, home to Museum Island. Neukölln Stay in this magnetic Berlin neighborhood known for its creative energy. Schloss Elmau Retreat to this hotel in the Bavarian Alps for mountain views and intellectual stimulation. The Schnoor Stay in Bremen's oldest quarter with narrow lanes, independent shops, and cafes.

The GuardianOct 16, 2026

‘A haven of soft light, warm sunshine and sandy beaches’: readers’ favourite autumn escapes

In search of autumn festivals, good food and islands where it still feels like summer? We asked you to recommend your best off-season breaks • Tell us about a spooky spot in the UK – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher Last October, while I was cycling around south-west France, near the Spanish border, a tip from a local waiter led me to Collioure , near Perpignan. The town was like a Medi…

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  • Tagus RiverPublic artworkLisbon, PortugalBoat trips offer views of pastel-coloured hills at sunset.
  • Aljafería palaceSightZaragoza, SpainStunning palace to explore.
  • Mercado dos LavradoresMarketFunchal, PortugalThe building was designed by Edmundo Tavares and opened on 24 November 1940.
  • Le MouréNeighborhoodCollioure, FrancePastel-coloured alleyways for happy hour wine and fish tapas.
  • Ponto FinalRestaurantLisbon, PortugalWaterside taverna for coffee, pastries, anchovies, and beer.
  • WhitesandsSightSt Davids, United KingdomCoastal path towards beaches, good for watching seals.
  • RakotzbrückeSightBad Muskau, GermanyDevil's Bridge reached by a narrow gauge forest railway.
  • Charco AzulSightEl Hierro, SpainVolcanic swimming hole on the rugged coastline.
  • South West Coast PathTrailWoolacombe, United KingdomCoastal walking route accessible from Woolacombe.
  • St Abb's HeadNature reserveSt Abbs, United KingdomDramatic clifftop walk with seabirds and sea air.
  • harbour cafeRestaurantSt Abbs, United KingdomServes fresh crab rolls.
  • White MountainsNature reserveChania, GreeceMountains where sun shone while northern coast had rain.
  • Loutro ferryPlacePalaiochora, GreeceFerry that sets the town's rhythms.
  • Plaza del PilarSightZaragoza, SpainLocation for a vast floral tribute to the Virgin Mary.
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AfarOct 14

Forget the Heat and Crowds of Summer. The Newest Trend in Europe Cruises? A Fall Harvest Wine Sailing

Fall cruises through Europe’s wine regions offer a unique glimpse at a magical time for wine production: harvest season.

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Lonely PlanetOct 13

9 of the Best (Lesser-Known) Christmas Markets in Germany

Germany is synonymous with Christmas markets. Go beyond the most famous and visit these top options this winter.

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  • StriezelmarktMarketDresden, GermanyDresden's Christmas market dates back to 1434
  • DomplatzNeighborhoodErfurt, Germanymain stage for Erfurt's Christmas market
  • KrämerbrückeSightErfurt, Germanymedieval bridge lined with shops and houses
  • Erfurter WeihnachtsmarktMarketErfurt, GermanyChristmas market on Domplatz
  • Weihnachtsstadt des NordensMarketLübeck, GermanyLübeck's claim, 11 festive markets
  • RathausSightLübeck, GermanyChristmas market first documented in 1648
  • MärchenwaldMarketLübeck, Germanyfeatures handmade Grimm fairy-tale scenes
  • Heiligen-Geist-HospitalMuseumLübeck, Germanyartisans fill vaulted halls and tiny cabins
  • HafenglühenMarketLübeck, Germanycozy spot by the harbor
  • Pink ChristmasMarketMunich, Germanyless market, more party in Stephansplatz
  • ChristkindlmarktMarketMunich, Germanyfamous market on Marienplatz
  • WeihnachtswaldMarketGoslar, Germanyforest in the middle of Goslar
  • SchuhhofSightGoslar, Germanymedieval square with Weihnachtswald
  • RammelsbergMuseumGoslar, Germany1000-year-old UNESCO-listed mine
  • HafenweihnachtMarketLindau, GermanyLindau's market on an island in Lake Constance
  • BregenzSightLindau, GermanyAustria, destination for Christmas ship crossing
  • Santa Pauli marketMarketHamburg, Germanyon Spielbudenplatz with burlesque
  • SpielbudenplatzSightHamburg, Germanylocation of Santa Pauli market
  • Santa’s GlühweinapothekePlaceHamburg, Germanyplay pharmacist with wine and spices
  • WinterdeckPlaceHamburg, Germanyclaim a sofa by the fireplace
  • Ore MountainsNeighborhoodAnnaberg-Buchholz, Germanyorigin of nutcrackers, incense smokers
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The GuardianOct 13

‘A winning combination of culture and nature’: exploring Germany’s green heart by bus

From ancient forests to spas, medieval cities and the birthplace of Bauhaus, Thuringia packs a punch for a car-free autumn break It’s early morning in Erfurt, the capital of Germany’s Thuringia region, and Domplatz is abuzz with local growers setting out crates of vegetables and flowers beneath the soaring medieval cathedral towers . This 14th- and 15th-century engineering wonder holds the Glor…

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  • DomplatzNeighborhoodErfurt, Germanylocal growers set out crates of vegetables and flowers
  • GloriosaSightErfurt, Germanyworld’s largest medieval free-swinging bell, cast in 1497
  • KrämerbrückeSightErfurt, Germany14th-century bridge lined with colourful half-timbered houses
  • Petersberg CitadelSightErfurt, Germanylargest and best-preserved fortresses in Europe
  • Augustinian monasterySightErfurt, GermanyMartin Luther studied here and was a monk
  • Wirtshaus ChristoffelRestaurantErfurt, Germanyin the Haus zur weißen Lilie, dates back to 12th century
  • EgaparkTram stopErfurt, Germany36 hectares, created for 1961 international horticultural exhibition
  • German Horticultural MuseumMuseumErfurt, Germanytraces the history of gardening
  • Bauhaus museumMuseumWeimar, Germanyfeatures ceramics, textiles, metalwork and painting
  • Bauhaus-UniversitätPlaceWeimar, Germanyformer art school buildings
  • Friederiken ThermeSightBad Langensalza, Germanytown’s main thermal spa with sulphur, brine and mineral waters
  • FriederikenschlösschenSightBad Langensalza, Germany18th-century summer residence with sulphur water fountain
  • KlagetorSightBad Langensalza, Germanygate tower dating from about 1365
  • Kofuku no NiwaSightBad Langensalza, GermanyJapanese garden with koi ponds and sculpted pines
  • Hainich national parkTrailHainich, Germany7,500 hectares with over 75 miles of walking trails
  • Forsthaus ThiemsburgRestaurantHainich, Germanypark restaurant serving regional lunch
  • BaumkronenpfadTrailHainich, Germanywooden walkway through the treetops
  • TheaterplatzNeighborhoodErfurt, Germanylocation of the final symphony concert of the season
  • Dorint Hotel am DomHotelErfurt, Germanyoffers doubles from £85
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Lonely PlanetOct 12

Where to Stay in Berlin: the Best Neighborhoods for Every Traveler

Planning where to stay in Berlin? From Mitte to Neukölln, compare the city

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The GuardianOct 11

Healing waters: 10 of the best spa towns in Europe for a restorative autumn break

From Alpine valleys to belle époque towns, dip your toes in the therapeutic waters and steaming mineral pools at spa hotels offering centuries-old healing treatments In 2021, Unesco designated 11 historic spa towns across Europe as one transnational world heritage site , recognising their “exceptional testimony to the European spa phenomenon, which gained its highest expression from around 1700…

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  • Nové Lázně hotelHotelMarianske Lazne, CzechiaNeo-renaissance confection built in 1896 facing central park
  • Staatsbad Philharmonie KissingenPlaceBad Kissingen, GermanyHolds world record for most concerts in one year
  • RegentenbauPlaceBad Kissingen, GermanyBeautiful art nouveau-style building with concert hall
  • KissSalis ThermePlaceBad Kissingen, GermanyModern public bathhouse with indoor and outdoor pools
  • Grand Hotel Kaiserhof VictoriaHotelBad Kissingen, GermanyNext door to the Wandelhalle on the town's Kurgarten
  • SommerbergSuburbBad Wildbad, GermanyMountain with funicular railway, hiking and biking routes
  • Treetop WalkSightBad Wildbad, GermanySpirals above pine trees to a 40-metre observation tower
  • Wildline suspension bridgeSightBad Wildbad, Germany380-metre walkway arches over the Enz valley
  • Vital ThermePlaceBad Wildbad, GermanyModern thermal bath for joint and back problems
  • Palais ThermalPlaceBad Wildbad, GermanyHistoric bath with marble pillars and Moorish tiles
  • Mokni’s Palais HotelHotelBad Wildbad, GermanyConnected to the Palais Thermal building
  • Andaines forestTrailBagnoles-de-l'Orne, FranceForest with hiking, biking and trail running routes
  • Château du Gué aux BichesHotelBagnoles-de-l'Orne, FranceFormer hunting lodge on the edge of the village
  • B’O ResortPlaceBagnoles-de-l'Orne, FranceNearby spa with treatments and clay body wraps
  • CōmodoHotelBad Gastein, AustriaRefashioned 1960s sanatorium with valley and mountain views
  • FelsenthermePlaceBad Gastein, AustriaBrutalist public bath complex with numerous pools
  • Schafflinger AlmRestaurantBad Gastein, AustriaCosy cabin serving Kaspressknödelsuppe
  • Thermia PalaceHotelPiešťany, SlovakiaFanciest option with treatment programmes and mud packs
  • Elektrárňa PiešťanyPlacePiešťany, SlovakiaFormer power plant turned cultural centre
  • House of ArtsPlacePiešťany, SlovakiaStrikingly brutalist building hosting orchestras
  • Pivnica Drinking HallPlaceRogaška Slatina, SloveniaSip Donat Mg mineral water from free fountains
  • Grand Hotel RogaškaHotelRogaška Slatina, SloveniaButter-yellow hotel from the town's golden age
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The GuardianOct 9

‘A candelit spa, followed by an ice-cold plunge and a nightcap’: readers’ favourite European wellbeing breaks

From a historic bathhouse in Sweden to forest bathing in Croatia, readers share their favourite places to relax and recharge • Tell us about a small European ski resort – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher Tucked away off a pretty shopping street in a beautiful art nouveau building is one of Stockholm’s oldest spas, Centralbadet where a day ticket costs from £23. As winter darkness descen…

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National GeographicOct 2

Where To Go For a Fall Leaf-Peeping Road Trip

The fall foliage season is short but sweet, with just a few weeks each year offering travellers the chance to spot the glowing red, yellow and orange displays. These driving routes give visitors the ...

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  • Lake ChūzenjiSightNikko, Japanhigh-elevation lake beautiful mid-October to November
  • Transfăgărășan HighwayTrailCurtea de Argeș, Romaniadramatic route with steep, hair-raising turns
  • Forest of DeanSightGloucester, United KingdomIt forms a roughly triangular plateau bounded by the River Wye to the west and northwest, Herefordshire to the north,…
  • Wye ValleySightMonmouth, United KingdomThe River Wye is the fourth-longest river in the United Kingdom.
  • Symonds Yat RockSightHereford, United Kingdomoverlooks colourful treetops and River Wye
  • Cyril Hart ArboretumSightColeford, United Kingdomhome to more than 200 species of trees
  • Goodrich CastleSightRoss-on-Wye, United Kingdomviews from nearby Coppett Hill
  • Coppett HillSightRoss-on-Wye, United Kingdomviews near Goodrich Castle
  • Ueda CastleParkUeda, Japansurrounding maple trees turn bright-red
  • Route 100TrailStamford, United Statesruns along the Green Mountain range
  • Great Mountain Sugar HouseRestaurantLudlow, United Statessample Vermont's most famous product
  • Vermont Country StoreMarketWeston, United Statespurchase locally made goods
  • Cabot TrailMotelBaddeck, Canadacurves around Cape Breton Island
  • Skyline TrailTrailChéticamp, Canadahike for vivid red and yellow hues
  • Romantic RoadTrailWürzburg, Germanypasses picturesque medieval towns
  • Neuschwanstein CastleSightFüssen, Germanyimpressive in October with surrounding woodland
  • Bâlea LakeSightCârțișoara, Romaniahighest point on the highway for a hike
  • San Juan SkywayTrailDurango, United Statescurves through the San Juan Mountains
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The GuardianOct 2

I travelled all over the country on a €63 monthly rail pass: readers’ favourite holidays in Germany

From cycling in Berlin and the Black Forest to world-class cocktail bars in Cologne and magical North Sea beaches, readers share their travel tips • Tell us about a sunny autumn break – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher In an often overlooked corner of Germany, near the Dutch border, Münster is an absolute gem. Covered porticos will convince you you’re in northern Italy, gothic churches…

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  • Tempelhofer FeldSightBerlin, GermanyVast recreational green space in Berlin
  • Zeit für BrotCaféMünster, GermanyBuns available in Münster
  • Botanical GardensSightMünster, GermanyGardens to visit in Münster
  • Münstersche Aa riverSightMünster, GermanyRiver to relax by in Münster
  • Müngsten BridgeSightDüsseldorf, GermanyCountry’s highest railway bridge, 107 metres high
  • SeibertsBarCologne, GermanyJewel in the crown cocktail bar in Cologne
  • Little LinkBarCologne, GermanyDie Bar in Köln schafft Verbindungen – zwischen klassisch & modern, Küche & Bar, Mensch & Mensch.
  • WoodsBarCologne, GermanyDie Cocktailbar Woods in Köln ist dein neues Zuhause für den Genuss von ausgewählten Cocktail-Kreationen und…
  • Ona MorBarCologne, GermanyMit Stil in wohltuender Atmosphäre, erlesenen Zutaten und präzisem Handwerk lassen wir Ihren Wunschcocktail…
  • chocolate museumMuseumCologne, GermanyMuseum with a lifesized Milka cow
  • Moosturm observation towerSightGengenbach, GermanyViewpoint in the Black Forest
  • Lothar MonumentSightGengenbach, GermanyMonument with 360-degree view in Black Forest
  • Naturfreundehaus KornebeneRestaurantGengenbach, GermanyMountain hut and restaurant for sausages
  • St Peter’s ChurchSightGörlitz, GermanyChurch in Görlitz old town
  • Lake BerzdorfSightGörlitz, GermanyLake near Görlitz for swimming
  • NürburgringSightNürburg, GermanyRacetrack for driving family estate car
  • Bergpark WilhelmshöheParkKassel, GermanyUnesco world heritage site with water spectacles
  • Wilhelmshöhe PalaceAttractionKassel, GermanyPalace in Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe
  • Hercules monumentSightKassel, GermanyMonument in Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe
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Condé Nast TravelerOct 1

Deidesheim Is the Tiny German Wine Town You’ve Never Heard Of—And It Now Has a Three-Star Michelin Restaurant

Deidesheim is the quaint German hamlet you're unlikely to have crossed paths with—until now, that is.

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The GuardianSep 28

‘The champagne of pale ales’: my search for the perfect kölsch beer in Cologne

‘Kölsch is not a drink, it is a religion’ in Cologne, and it’s only brewed in and around the German city. But which of the many beautiful, storied beer halls serves up the best? There’s a saying in Cologne, repeated with the mild smugness of people who know they’re right: kölsch is the only culture you can drink. It sounds like a line lifted straight from the tourist board’s brochure. Then you…

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  • Früh am DomRestaurantSprawling brewhouse near the cathedral, enormous and boisterous.
  • SionRestaurantMerges contemporary interior with old-world charm, slickest room.
  • PäffgenRestaurantBrew pub in Friesenviertel, beer tapped from wooden barrels.
  • Peters BrauhausPubGorgeous interior with stained-glass skylights and wooden tables.
  • MalzmühlePubSecond oldest brewery, brews Mühlen Kölsch favored by Bill Clinton.
  • Gaffel am DomRestaurantHandsome hall opposite central station, stellar himmel un ääd.
  • Sünner im WalfischPubHoused in a 17th-century step-gabled building, medieval Rhineland feel.
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National GeographicSep 28

6 of the Best Bike Trails in Europe

Across the continent, rail-trail conversions and other greenways offer travelers a way to slow down and immerse themselves in cobblestone squares, historic cathedrals, and other wonders.

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Smithsonian MagazineSep 25

Seven Places in Europe That Legends Say Were Built by Giants, Devils or Dragons

Bridges, mountains, caves and rock formations that seem impossible to explain become magnets for folklore

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  • Devil's BridgeSightAberystwyth, United KingdomSpans the Mynach Gorge with three bridges, one above another.
  • Strata Florida AbbeySightAberystwyth, United KingdomMonks from here may have built the oldest bridge.
  • Giant's CausewayTrain stationBushmills, United Kingdom40,000 interlocking dark basalt columns form a natural pavement.
  • Fingal's CaveSightFionnphort, United KingdomFormed from tall basalt columns, with waves carving out the cavern.
  • Mount PilatusSightLucerne, SwitzerlandAssociated with dragons said to possess healing powers.
  • Luzerner DrachensteinSightLucerne, SwitzerlandSaid to have been dropped by a dragon flying from Mount Rigi.
  • LoreleiSightSankt Goarshausen, GermanyA steep slate outcrop rising 410 feet above the Rhine.
  • Pont del DiableSightTarragona, SpainA Roman aqueduct carrying water to the ancient city of Tarraco.
  • St. Michael's MountSightPenzance, United KingdomA tidal island with an ancient cobbled causeway.
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Condé Nast TravelerSep 23

A Book Lover's Guide to the World's Most Literary Hotels

Did someone order book service?

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  • New York Public LibraryMuseumNew York City, United StatesJust steps away from the Library Hotel.
  • Hotel MonteleoneHotelNew Orleans, United StatesNational Literary Landmark, hosted Faulkner, Williams, Hemingway.
  • The Carousel BarBarNew Orleans, United StatesFamous rotating bar at Hotel Monteleone.
  • Schloss ElmauHotelKrün, GermanyFeatures a bookstore, library spaces, and author readings.
  • Library HotelHotelNew York City, United StatesFloors and rooms themed by Dewey Decimal System subjects.
  • GoldenEyeHotelOracabessa Bay, JamaicaIan Fleming's former retreat where he wrote James Bond novels.
  • Graduate by Hilton PrincetonHotelPrinceton, United StatesLobby designed like an old-school campus library.
  • Firestone LibraryMuseumPrinceton, United StatesPart of Princeton's formidable library system.
  • Hotel LilienHotelTannersville, United StatesVictorian estate with a library of vintage and antique volumes.
  • Books Are MagicPlaceTannersville, United StatesBrooklyn bookstore partnered with Hotel Lilien.
  • The BetsyParkMiami, United StatesFeatures a 24-hour library and Writer's Room.
  • Books & BooksPlaceMiami, United StatesPartnered with The Betsy for literary programming.
  • Touro InfirmaryHotelNew Orleans, United StatesWhere Truman Capote was actually born.
  • Ambassade HotelHotelAmsterdam, The NetherlandsHosts authors who sign books for its library.
  • Kimpton Seafire Resort and SpaHotelSeven Mile Beach, Cayman IslandsFeatures 'Library by the Sea' lounge.
  • Le Pavillon des Lettres HotelHotelParis, FranceEach room dedicated to a different writer.
  • The Nines, a Luxury Collection HotelHotelPortland, United StatesHas a library created with Powell's City of Books.
  • Powell’s City of BooksMarketPortland, United StatesIconic bookstore partnered with The Nines hotel.
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Lonely PlanetSep 20

A Guide to Dessau, Germany

Enjoy a long weekend in Dessau and get up close and personal with iconic examples of the Bauhaus design movement that took the world by storm.

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The GuardianSep 18

‘Gateways to heaven’: readers’ favourite trips in Europe’s mountains

From the foothills of the Pyrenees to the peaks of the Dolomites, you share your top views, meals and adventures at altitude • Tell us about a trip to Germany – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher No doubt your first thought on hearing the words “double-decker” is of a bus. But in the Swiss village of Stans, an old wooden funicular carriage ascends to the station, where a double-decker cab…

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  • Route 66TrailVaduz, LiechtensteinMulti-day hike traversing the Drei Schwestern
  • MuckishSightLetterkenny, IrelandFlat-topped mountain in north-west Donegal
  • Poisoned GlenNeighborhoodLetterkenny, IrelandIt is located beside Errigal and extends beyond Glenveagh National Park, facing Loch Altan.
  • Glenveagh national parkSightLetterkenny, IrelandPark with scenic drives and unexpected views
  • Rifugio AgostiniHotelPinzolo, ItalyMountain hut with hearty food and jagged peak views
  • Sharr mountains national parkSightPrizren, KosovoNational park south of Prizren
  • Zhupa valleyNeighborhoodPrizren, KosovoSpectacular valley drive
  • Lumbardhi riverSightPrizren, KosovoRiver flowing through a steep-sided gorge
  • Via dei Monti LarianiTrailCernobbio, Italy78-mile trail on the western shore of Lake Como
  • Lake ComoSightComo, ItalyLake with mountain pastures and views towards the Alps
  • Fox HouseHotelTremp, SpainGuest house with panoramic views and art
  • Tremp valleyNeighborhoodTremp, SpainValley in the foothills of the Spanish Pyrenees
  • Camping GrubhofPlaceLofer, AustriaCampsite with mountain views and pool access
  • Rifugio BertoneHotelCourmayeur, ItalyThe Rifugio Giorgio Bertone (2,000 m above sea level) is located in the Aosta Valley, in the municipality of…
  • Balconata Val FerretTrailCourmayeur, ItalyWalking area with views over Mont Blanc
  • Hotel KrojetHotelPrizren, Kosovo
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Lonely PlanetSep 16

9 of the Best Cities in Europe to Celebrate New Year’s Eve

Join in at the biggest party of the year with our guide to New Year

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  • Moulin RougeTheatreParis, FranceVenue for enjoying a show
  • Guinness StorehouseAttractionDublin, IrelandJames's Gate Brewery in Dublin, Ireland.
  • River ThamesSightLondon, United KingdomBanks are lined for fireworks launched from the London Eye
  • Champs ElyséesAttractionParis, FranceOfficial street party with sound and light show
  • Arc de TriompheSightParis, FranceFireworks fill the sky above at midnight
  • Tagus RiverPublic artworkLisbon, PortugalLine the river for fireworks
  • London EyeSightLondon, United KingdomLaunches annual fireworks
  • Natural History MuseumMuseumLondon, United KingdomHosts NYE party with live music and silent disco
  • Bairro AltoSuburbLisbon, PortugalArea for vibrant nightlife, clubs, and bars
  • HogmanayFestivalEdinburgh, United KingdomFour-day program of events including street party
  • Hampstead HeathParkLondon, United KingdomThis grassy public space sits astride a sandy ridge, one of the highest points in London, running from Hampstead to…
  • Dublin CastleAttractionDublin, IrelandFocal point for the New Year's Festival
  • Primrose HillParkLondon, United KingdomIt was named after the 64 metres (210 ft) hill in the centre of the park, one of the highest points in the London…
  • London New Year’s Day ParadeFestivalLondon, United KingdomAnnual parade starting at 1pm on January 1
  • Brandenburger TorSightBerlin, GermanyParty with live music, light shows, and DJ sets
  • KulturbrauereiAttractionBerlin, GermanyBerlin's biggest indoor New Year's Eve party
  • Praça do ComércioSightLisbon, PortugalPopular gathering spot for celebrations
  • Torre de BelémSightLisbon, Portugal16th-century tower, vantage point for celebrations
  • Sacré-Cœur plazaSightParis, FranceEnjoy incredible views of the Paris skyline
  • Christ Church CathedralPlace of worshipDublin, IrelandDublin's oldest building
  • LiffeyAttractionDublin, IrelandSpectacular light display illuminates the skies above
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Atlas ObscuraSep 14

'Pyramide de Verlée' in Havelange, Belgium

Verlée is a small hamlet located an hour and a quarter's drive south-east of Brussels. Apart from a few limestone farmhouses, the village itself is small and of little interest. However, when leaving Verlée via the road to Petit Avin, visitors are surprised to discover a stone obelisk in the middle of the countryside. It stands on a ridge alongside the road. There are no nearby buildings and no…

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The GuardianSep 14

Share your tip on a trip to Germany

Tell us about your favourite holiday or travel moment in Germany– the best tip wins £200 towards a Coolstays break From the long sandy beaches of the Baltic coast, to the clubs and galleries of Berlin, via the castles of Bavaria and the hiking trails of the Black Forest, Germany has so much to offer. We’d love to hear about your favourite travel experiences and places. The best tip of the week,…

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  • Baltic coastSightfeatures long sandy beaches
  • BavariaSightIt borders the states of Baden-Württemberg to the west, Hesse to the north-west, and Thuringia and Saxony to the north,…
  • Black ForestTrailoffers hiking trails
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Atlas ObscuraSep 10

The Schnoor in Bremen, Germany

The Schnoor is Bremen at its most storybook-like: a tangle of narrow Harry Potter-like lanes where tiny, slightly crooked houses seem to lean in for a chat. As the city’s oldest quarter, it turns an ordinary walk into a slow-motion treasure hunt for colorful façades, hidden courtyards, handmade finds, and excellent excuses to stop for cake. Named for the Low German word for “string,” the neighb…

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  • SchnoorNeighborhoodBremen at its most storybook-like, oldest quarter.
  • Bremer GeschichtenhausMuseumA cultural surprise in the former fishermen's quarter.
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The GuardianSep 6

‘Fabulous museums and no queues’: five of the best under-the-radar city breaks in Europe

From the Renaissance treasures of Parma to offbeat creativity in Nantes, these cities offer world-class art, great food and a laid-back alternative to Europe’s hotspots As dilemmas go, it’s an unusual one: saddle up a giant squid or board a submersible for a voyage to the bottom of the ocean. In the end, I find myself drawn to a fierce-looking merhorse and tentatively take the reins. High above…

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The GuardianSep 4

‘It feels like Italy with the volume turned down’: readers’ favourite (smaller) city breaks in Europe

You share your low-key alternatives to overcrowded hotspots, from an island city in the Med to a Norwegian art nouveau gem • Tell us about your trips in Europe’s mountains – the best wins a £200 holiday voucher Ferrara in Emilia-Romagna won me over precisely because it feels like Italy with the volume turned down. I stayed in a small family-run hotel near Via delle Volte , where mornings began…

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Lonely PlanetSep 2

15 Most Beautiful Places to Visit in Europe

Europe is as gorgeous as it is varied. Here are the most beautiful spots around Europe to add to your itinerary.

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  • The AzoresSightPonta Delgada, Portugalnine volcanic islands, stepping stones to another world
  • Swiss National ParkSightZernez, Switzerlandoffers glimpse of Alps as they were before tourism
  • Lakes of MacunSightZernez, Switzerlandreached via 21km day hike from Zernez
  • Chamanna CluozzaHotelZernez, Switzerlandremote log cabin at 1882m, requires 3.5-hour hike
  • FicograndeSightStromboli, Italyblack-sand volcanic beach
  • MagmatrekPlaceStromboli, Italyreputable guide for climbing volcano's smoking crater
  • Ring of KerryTrailCounty Kerry, Ireland179km loop drive on Iveragh Peninsula
  • Skellig RingTrailCounty Kerry, Irelanddramatic drive with views of Skellig Michael
  • Skellig MichaelSightCounty Kerry, Irelandtwin-pinnacled islet with early Christian monk settlement
  • Ballinskelligs PriorySightCounty Kerry, Irelandromantic medieval ruins
  • Kells BayGardenCounty Kerry, Irelandconverted Victorian hunting lodge in botanical gardens
  • Caldeira VelhaSightSão Miguel, Portugaldazzlingly turquoise thermal waters on São Miguel
  • Mt PicoSightPico Island, Portugal2351m cone offers sensational views across archipelago
  • Hohe Tauern National ParkSightBruck, Austrianature reserve with Austria's highest peak, Grossglockner
  • Krimmler WasserfälleSightHeiligenblut, Austriacountry's highest falls at 380m
  • Grossglockner High Alpine RoadTrailBruck, Austria48km road with 36 hairpin bends, unreal views
  • Black ForestNeighborhoodBaden-Baden, Germanyarea of Germany with deep forests and valleys
  • SchwarzwaldhochstrasseTrailFreudenstadt, Germanyroad through 1000-sq-km Black Forest National Park
  • Black Forest National ParkSightRuhestein, Germany1000-sq-km expanse of woodland
  • MummelseeSightRuhestein, Germanyglacial lake
  • HornisgrindeSightRuhestein, Germany1164m peak for views across forested heights
  • Lofoten IslandsNeighborhoodMoskenesøya, Norwayislands with mountains rising above the sea
  • HermannsdalstindenTrailSørvåg, Norway1029m peak for elemental views over peaks and waters
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Atlas ObscuraSep 1

Waldkunstpfad in Darmstadt, Germany

Hidden in the forest on the southern edge of Darmstadt, the Waldkunstpfad turns an ordinary woodland walk into something considerably more surreal. Along the trails, artworks emerge between the trees, lean against trunks, occupy clearings, or use the forest itself as part of the installation. Instead of entering a gallery, visitors simply follow the path and wait to see what the woods have deci…

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Lonely PlanetAug 28

The Best Christmas Markets in Europe

Get planning your festive season with this guide to this year

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  • Grand-PlaceMarketBrussels, Belgiumstrikingly lit square with a fabulous tree
  • Schloss HellbrunnAttractionSalzburg, Austriamarket with carollers, handicraft stalls, and Christmas train
  • SenaatintoriNeighborhoodHelsinki, Finlandmarket on elegant 19th-century square
  • StriezelmarktMarketDresden, Germanyhas enraptured folk since 1434
  • Nuremberg's marketMarketNuremberg, Germanytwo million visit
  • Innsbruck's medieval old town marketsMarketInnsbruck, Austriafolk bands play and chalets sell decorations
  • Hellbrunn's baroque palaceSightSalzburg, Austriapairs Christmas markets with northern lights
  • Ravenna GorgeSightSchluchsee, GermanyChristmas market in the snowy Black Forest
  • RathausSightVienna, Austriamarket in front of the neo-Gothic building
  • SpittelbergQuarterVienna, Austriaromantic market in narrow Biedermeier lanes
  • Schloss SchönbrunnSightVienna, Austriamarket on the grounds with a magnificent tree
  • Golden RoofAttractionInnsbruck, Austriahuge tree glitters in front of it
  • MarktplatzNeighborhoodInnsbruck, Austriatraditional fairground rides and puppet shows
  • KiebachgasseNeighborhoodInnsbruck, Austriafairytale-themed street
  • Maria-Theresien-StrasseNeighborhoodInnsbruck, Austriamarket stalls and trees packed with twinkling lights
  • Hellbrunn Advent MagicMarketSalzburg, Austriaheld at Salzburg's Schloss Hellbrunn
  • Place de BrouckèreNeighborhoodBrussels, Belgiumice and curling rinks and a merry-go-round
  • Pl Sainte-CatherineNeighborhoodBrussels, Belgiummarket spreads out here for shopping
  • Zagreb’sMarketZagreb, Croatiaright up there with Europe’s finest
  • FuliranjeMarketZagreb, Croatiamarket for carols, concerts, crafts and DJs
  • Ban Jelačić SqNeighborhoodZagreb, Croatiasnack on hot chestnuts and licitars
  • Winchester’s Christmas marketMarketWinchester, United Kingdomin the cathedral’s historic grounds
  • Raekoja platsNeighborhoodTallinn, Estoniaenormous tree towering above quaint wooden chalets
  • AleksanterinkatuNeighborhoodHelsinki, Finlandfestivities kick off with switching on the lights
  • Colmar in AlsaceNeighborhoodColmar, Francegingerbready, half-timbered old town hosts six markets
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Lonely PlanetAug 26

8 of the Best Places to Visit in Germany

Experience the best of Germany with this guide to the country

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Condé Nast TravelerAug 25

13 Stopover Flights to Help You Get the Most Out of International Airfare

These airlines allow free stopovers in destinations like Paris, Lisbon, Iceland, Fiji, and Osaka.

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  • Eiffel TowerSightParis, FranceIt is named after the engineer Gustave Eiffel, whose company designed and built the tower from 1887 to 1889.
  • SeineSightParis, Francecruise included in the 'Paris Must-See' package
  • Golden CircleSightReykjavík, Icelandabbreviated tour available from $112
  • Turkish AirlinesPlaceIstanbul, Turkeyoffers Stopover in Istanbul with free hotel
  • Air FrancePlaceParis, Franceoffers Paris stopover program for connecting passengers
  • Charles de Gaulle International AirportSightParis, Franceconnecting passengers can add up to four-night stay
  • Extime TravelPlaceParis, Francecurates travel packages for Paris stopovers
  • Disneyland ParisSightParis, Francetravel package includes entry to parks
  • LufthansaPlaceMunich, Germanyoffers stopover program in Munich
  • Rosewood MunichHotelMunich, Germany20% off flex room rate
  • Neuschwanstein CastleSightMunich, GermanyIt is located in the Swabia region of Bavaria, in the municipality of Schwangau, above the incorporated village of…
  • Linderhof PalaceSightMunich, GermanyIt is the smallest of the three palaces built by King Ludwig II of Bavaria and the only one which was actually…
  • Fiji AirwaysPlaceNadi, Fijioffers free 48-hour stopover in Nadi
  • TAP Air PortugalPlaceLisbon, Portugaloffers free stopovers in Porto and Lisbon
  • IberiaPlaceMadrid, SpainStopover Hola Madrid program
  • Prado museumMuseumMadrid, Spain20% off tickets
  • IcelandAirPlaceReykjavík, Icelandoffers free Reykjavik stopovers
  • Qatar AirwaysPlaceDoha, Qataroffers hotel bundle for stopovers in Doha
  • Louvre MuseumMuseumParis, France
  • Shangri-La Yanuca IslandHotelNadi, Fiji
  • VOMO islandHotelNadi, Fiji
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Atlas ObscuraAug 20

Isis Heiligtum (Isis and Magna Mater Temple) in Mainz, Germany

What do you do when you've built a shopping mall but you find an ancient Roman temple underneath part of it? If you are in Mainz, Germany, you build the mall up around it, but leave it in place to be a hidden museum to the past. This is the "Isis-Heiligtum" (Isis Temple) in Mainz, Germany, preserved in place beneath the Römerpassage shopping mall within an easy 10-minute walk from Mainz Hauptba…

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  • Isis-HeiligtumMuseumdual temple to Isis and Cybele preserved beneath a mall
  • RömerpassageSightshopping mall where the Isis Temple is located
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Lonely PlanetAug 19

12 of the top things to do in Munich

With its sprawling parks, sensational museums and (yes) lots of beer, Munich is hard to resist. Here are 12 of the top things you can do in the city.

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National GeographicAug 19

Inside the World's Largest Model Railway in Germany

Hamburg’s Miniatur Wunderland is a place of pilgrimage for railway modellers — and author Oliver Smith is one of them.

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  • Miniatur WunderlandAttractionHamburg, GermanyWorld's largest model railway system.
  • SpeicherstadtAttractionHamburg, GermanyWarehouse district where Miniatur Wunderland is located.
  • ProvenceSightAvignon, FranceLavender fields are represented in the model.
  • Cinque TerreSightLa Spezia, ItalyItalian trains run along its littoral in the model.
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Atlas ObscuraAug 18

Kloster Eberbach in Eltville am Rhein, Germany

Perched on a sun-drenched slope in Eltville am Rhein, Kloster Eberbach stands as a masterpiece of Cistercian architecture, founded in 1136 by twelve monks seeking isolation and spiritual rigor. The abbey is famous for its vast, column-free Romanesque grain barn and its historic wine cellars, which have been producing Rheingau Rieslings for nearly nine centuries, making it a pivotal site in the…

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  • Kloster EberbachSightMasterpiece of Cistercian architecture, founded in 1136.
  • KlosterschänkeRestaurantDine in former monks' hall with panoramic vineyard views.
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National GeographicAug 17

In Search of Germany’s Best Pickles by Bike

To see how the Spreewald is coping, I embarked on a Tour de Pickle across the region on the Gurkenradweg (“pickle cycling trail” because, of course there’s a German word for it) in search of not only ...

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The GuardianAug 15

20 of the best cabins, campsites and hotels in Europe’s mountains, lakes and forests

From a 500-year-old inn in the Italian Dolomites to a log cabin in Finland’s lake district, these boltholes offer a tranquil and restorative getaway Continue reading...

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  • ZugspitzeSightGarmisch-Partenkirchen, GermanyGermany's highest peak.
  • Rifugio Val di TognoHotelCarnale, ItalyRenovated mountain hideout with valley views, all-inclusive meals.
  • LermooserHotelLermoos, AustriaDesign B&B converted from an old train station.
  • Tuftl AlmSightLermoos, AustriaViewpoint accessible by hike.
  • RøisheimHotelJotunheimen, NorwayHistoric turf-roofed hotel since 1858.
  • GaldhøpiggenSightJotunheimen, NorwayNorway's tallest mountain.
  • SpiterstulenPlaceJotunheimen, NorwayStarting point for quicker mountain routes.
  • Karls MittenwaldHotelMittenwald, GermanyApartments in a former bakery with a cafe.
  • LauterseeSightMittenwald, GermanyLake for swimming.
  • Isar RiverSightMittenwald, GermanyRiver source accessible by cycling.
  • KarwendelbräuRestaurantMittenwald, GermanyGermany's highest brewery.
  • GerhardhofHotelMieming, AustriaSustainability-minded campsite with a swimming pond.
  • 1477 ReichhalterHotelLana, ItalyRestaurant with eight bedrooms in a historic building.
  • VigiljochSightLana, ItalyMountain with views from room balcony.
  • Braunsberg CastleSightLana, ItalyCastle with views from room balcony.
  • Villa ArnicaHotelLana, ItalySister hotel with a kitchen garden.
  • BriolHotelBarbiano, ItalyRenovated modernist Bauhaus style hotel.
  • Eisack valleySightBarbiano, ItalyValley with mountain meadow views.
  • StugbaatHotelBengtsfors, SwedenCollection of five houseboats on Lake Lelång.
  • EgersknattenSightBengtsfors, SwedenMountain to climb.
  • straw museumMuseumBengtsfors, SwedenMuseum in Bengtsfors.
  • microbreweryRestaurantTorrskog, SwedenBrewery in Torrskog.
  • NaturbynHotelVärmland, SwedenSeven off-grid cabins on Lake Eldan.
  • SeebenseeSightLermoos, Austria
  • DrachenseeSightLermoos, Austria
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The GuardianAug 14

‘It’s one huge adventure playground’: readers’ best summer trips in the lakes and mountains of Europe

From the Alpine meadows of Bavaria to a pristine lake in Italy and the pilgrim routes of the Pyrenees, here are some of your favourite discoveries. • Tell us about a lesser known European island – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher Haldensee is a clear, sparkling cold lake located at the bottom of the Tannheimer Tal valley in the Austrian Alps (about 90 miles south-west of Munich). We vis…

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  • BMW MuseumMuseumMunich, Germanyexcellent museum, part of which is free
  • HaldenseeSightTannheimer Tal, Austriaclear, sparkling cold lake at the bottom of Tannheimer Tal valley
  • Allgäu AlpsSightTannheimer Tal, Austriawalk through dense forest, ski lift takes you up
  • Bad Kissinger HütteRestaurantTannheimer Tal, Austriaserves apfelschorle, warming soups and seasonal bakes
  • Northern Lake GardaSightLake Garda, Italymountains tower above, huge adventure playground
  • Ponale mountain roadTrailLake Garda, Italywinds through tunnels with spectacular lake views
  • Ponale AltoRestaurantLake Garda, Italyenjoy a hearty pasta dish with local beer or wine
  • Tour du Mont Blanc walkTrailLa Fouly, SwitzerlandLa Fouly is a hub for this famous walk
  • Lacs de FenêtreSightLa Fouly, Switzerlandwalk to these lakes, hear rock ptarmigans and marmots
  • Camping des GlaciersHotelLa Fouly, Switzerlandcamp by cool, fast-flowing rivers
  • Kamnik-Savinja AlpsSightLogar Valley, Sloveniafoot of the mountains, explore on foot or by bike
  • Rinka waterfallSightLogar Valley, Sloveniaeasy trail to this 90-metre waterfall
  • Lago di MonateSightMonate, Italyspring-fed lake with freshest swimming water
  • Il CoppaleRestaurantMonate, Italygrassy beach with sunbeds, reasonable evening meal
  • WeitseeSightRuhpolding, GermanyThe lake itself is separated into a shallow western and a deeper eastern part by a mountain peninsula.
  • almRestaurantRuhpolding, Germanymountain refuge serving local milk, beer, meat and cheese
  • VelosudTrailPyrenees, Francesignposted route in the foothills of the Pyrenees
  • LödenseeSightRuhpolding, Germany
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Atlas ObscuraAug 7

Lenné-Dreieck in Berlin, Germany

On Potsdamer Platz stands one of many remnants of the Berlin Wall around the city, in this case preserving the graffiti and chewing gum from immediately after the wall's demise. However, the land to the west of that particular portion of the wall was actually in East Berlin, a de facto no man's land that lay barren for over 40 years. The Lenné-Dreieck (Lenné Triangle) actually exists thanks to…

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Atlas ObscuraAug 3

Braun Collection in Kronberg im Taunus, Germany

If you like design museums and are a fan of industrial design, you must make a pilgrimage to the Braun Sammlung. This gem is hidden away on the second floor of what is essentially a German strip mall. It is managed by a dedicated non-profit association ( Förderkreis BraunSammlung e.V. ) in close collaboration with the Braun brand, headquartered around the corner. Today, you can still buy a Brau…

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National GeographicAug 2

8 music trips that will sing to travelers with a taste for rhythm

Whether you dream of mixing techno in Germany or learning tango in Argentina, these trips bring you closer to the world’s most iconic music scenes. Berlin has some of the world’s most famous techno ...

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  • BerghainNightclubBerlin, Germanysymbol of modern sensualism in the city
  • Brandenburg GateSightBerlin, GermanyOne of the best-known landmarks of the country, it was erected on the site of a former city gate that marked the start…
  • ReichstagAttractionBerlin, Germanyparliament building mentioned in context of city's past
  • KreuzbergNeighborhoodBerlin, Germanyneighborhood where music producer opens his studio
  • TresorNightclubBerlin, Germanyone of the world's most famous techno nightclubs
  • Arena di VeronaAttractionVerona, Italystriking open-air amphitheatre for opera performances
  • Avenida CorrientesSightBuenos Aires, Argentinamain avenue with traditional parrillas and cafes
  • Andy Sexton's studioPlaceBerlin, Germanymusic producer opens studio for DJ masterclasses
  • La TraviataPlaceVerona, Italyopera performance at Arena di Verona
  • La Bella VitaHotelVenice, Italyhotel barge sailing out of San Marco Basin
  • Teatro BibienaTheatreMantua, Italygrand, bell-shaped theatre where Mozart performed
  • Clement De FreitasPlaceSan Juan, Puerto Ricolocal guide for walking tours in San Juan
  • Mural de Doña FelaSightSan Juan, Puerto Ricobackdrop for music videos by Bad Bunny and J Balvin
  • Cathedral QuarterQuarterBelfast, United Kingdomarea in Belfast with cherished watering holes
  • Duke of YorkPubBelfast, United Kingdompub that was bombed in 1972
  • Harp BarBarBelfast, United Kingdompub mirroring a 1920s speakeasy with ruby-red decor
  • St Anne’s CathedralPlace of worshipBelfast, United Kingdomcathedral with Spire of Hope glistening above rooftops
  • Museo del Baile FlamencoMuseumSeville, Spainexplores flamenco history in an 18th-century palace
  • TrianaNeighborhoodSeville, Spainneighborhood where flamenco evolved from Roma communities
  • The Kora WorkshopPlaceKafountine, Senegalholds week-long courses in learning the kora
  • Kafountine marketsMarketKafountine, Senegalbusy markets with stalls overflowing with handicrafts
  • Mississippi Blues TrailTrailMississippi, United Statesself-guided drive dedicated to 200-plus exhibits and places
  • Alamo TheatreSightMississippi, United Stateshosted Nat King Cole and Dorothy Moore
  • AbastoNeighborhoodBuenos Aires, Argentinaart deco neighborhood where Carlos Gardel once lived
  • Bernauer Strasse Berlin Wall MemorialSightBerlin, Germany
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Lonely PlanetAug 1

16 things to know before visiting Switzerland

Get a true taste of the Swiss good life using these top planning, etiquette and transportation tips.

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  • BachseeSightGrindelwald, Switzerlandnear Grindelwald
  • RegaPlaceSwitzerlandSwitzerland's air rescue service
  • SBB CFF FFSPlaceSwitzerlandSwitzerland's rail service
  • Lac LémanSightLausanne, Switzerlandproper name for Lake Geneva
  • VierwaldstätterseeSightLucerne, Switzerlandproper name for Lake Lucerne
  • BodenseeSightConstance, Germanyproper name for Lake Constance
  • fondueRestaurantSwitzerlanddrink only wine with this dish
  • ChasselasRestaurantSwitzerlanddry Swiss white wine for fondue
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Lonely PlanetJul 30

The 12 Best Greek Islands

From Santorini to Crete, discover the best of the Greek islands.

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  • OktoberfestFestivalMunich, Germanyserving beer
  • National Marine ParkSightAlonissos, Greecehome to turtles, dolphins, monk seals
  • Peristera Underwater MuseumMuseumAlonissos, Greecedive down to a Classical-era shipwreck
  • Rhodes TownFerry terminalRhodes, Greecerewards history lovers
  • Bath of AphroditeSightKythira, Greecenatural pool on east coast of Kythira
  • Seychelles BeachSightIkaria, Greecefrost-white, boulder-speckled with azure waters
  • Afianes WineryRestaurantIkaria, Greecefamily-run, high in vine-strewn hills
  • ThermaSightIkaria, Greecesulfur-rich hot springs
  • HoraNeighborhoodAlonissos, Greecewhitewashed alleys and pavement cafés
  • Kourtaliotiko GorgeTrailCrete, Greecerugged gorge at Preveli beach mouth
  • VaïSightCrete, Greecegolden sand beach fringed by date palms
  • ElafonisiSightCrete, Greecerose-hued sand, low dunes, turquoise water
  • Dikteon CaveSightCrete, Greecestalactite-encrusted cave where Zeus was born
  • Samaria GorgeTrailCrete, Greecedramatic path through sheer rock walls
  • Palace of KnossosMuseumCrete, Greecegrand capital of Minoan Crete
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Condé Nast TravelerJul 29

Fall Asleep in Paris, Wake Up in Berlin on European Sleeper's Wallet-Friendly Overnight Route

Caitlin Gunther embraces the slow travel trend as she trundles between two of Europe's buzziest cities on a new sleeper service route, armed with snacks and Sauvignon Blanc.

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Condé Nast TravelerJul 29

How We Pulled It Off: A Palace Wedding on the Bulgarian Coast Full of Happy Color

The celebration took place by the Black Sea, but the color palette was anything but.

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  • IDo EventsPlaceBerlin, GermanyBerlin-based firm specializing in destination weddings.
  • EuxinogradSightVarna, BulgariaFormer summer palace of Bulgarian monarchy; wedding venue.
  • Boutique Hotel OasisHotelVarna, BulgariaHosted welcome dinner; luxury getaway on private beach.
  • Lussó by BorisoviPlaceSofia, BulgariaSofia-based florist willing to take on unique challenges.
  • L'Instant CateringRestaurantSofia, BulgariaAcclaimed catering company from Sofia; grew its own food.
  • EversoPlaceVarna, BulgariaAdaptive artist collective band; immersive and fun.
  • Julist QuartetPlaceVarna, BulgariaProvided strings for a more romantic vibe during ceremony.
  • Internet ToursPlaceLos Angeles, United StatesLos Angeles-based travel agent; Ekaterina Budevska.
  • Thracian CliffsSightVarna, BulgariaDramatic coastal area; hosted golf outing and spa day.
  • shopska salataRestaurantVarna, BulgariaTraditional Bulgarian cold salad; fresh and delicious.
  • Garash cakeRestaurantSofia, BulgariaTraditional Bulgarian cake; brownie nodded toward it.
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