What type of traveller are you? Take our travel quiz!

Everyone has their own travelling style. Maybe you love exploring the great outdoors, or perhaps you’d rather relax and unwind? It could be that you like making the most of your trip by planning everything down to the last detail, or that you love embracing the unplanned. What’s yours? Take our travel quiz to help you find out!

Old World Sites in Europe

As the birthplace of many of a civilisation, Europe is undeniably saturated in historical value. In fact, aside from its delicious food scene and exciting calendar of events that take place in the ‘Old Continent’, the majority of tourists also visit to immerse themselves in its wonderful heritage. From the Medieval town of Bruges to the picturesque Loire Valley, take

Places to Spend Halloween in Europe

If you’re interested in all things macabre and supernatural, prepare for your preferred time of year, as Halloween is almost upon us. Between gorging on sweets and carving creepy pictures into pumpkins, why not take the time explore a notoriously haunted spot by heading to one of the best places to spend Halloween in Europe?

May Half-Term 2018: Four family-friendly destinations in Europe

Visit Europe in late May and you’ll be served up with reliably warm temperatures, longer daylight hours and resorts which are considerably less crowded than high season – making it perfect for a half-term break. Looking for fun stuff to do in Europe with the kids this May half-term? Here we have city breaks, adventure holidays and beautiful breaks in

Alternative City Breaks in Europe

When planning a short break, it’s easy for thoughts to turn to classic destinations like Paris, Amsterdam or Dublin. However, there’s a real sense of adventure to be found in exploring the undiscovered, untrodden parts of Europe that few get to see. From the incredible Irish culture of Limerick to the centuries old Dutch city of Utrecht, these are the

2018 holiday quiz: Find your dream destination

Itching for a holiday but not sure where to go? We’ve got you sorted! This spring we’re all about asking #WhatNext – whether that be finding your new dream destination or choosing a new restaurant in your favourite city.  So we designed this 2018 holiday quiz to help you choose one of our favourite trips for this year – all

Four running holidays: Test yourself at the best European marathons in 2018

Whether you ran the race yourself or stayed on the sidelines, the London Marathon is an incredible experience for competitors and spectators alike. If the grit of this year’s runners inspired you to try the long game out for yourself, or you’re keen to make the most of your training by completing another race, why not test yourself in the

Where to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland

St. Patrick’s Day is a global phenomenon – with merrymakers the world over donning green ensembles, ‘drowning’ the shamrock, and raising a toast to traditional Irish culture. Rivers are dyed green, landmarks shine emerald, and revellers proclaim that on this day in March, everyone is Irish, and celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland is something you’ll never forget!

Five Specialty Food Festivals in Europe 2018

From the sublime to the ridiculous, food festivals are the epitome of gastronomic curiosity-quenching, elevating local delicacies to the likes of idols. Here, lemons line the streets in the form of intricate sculptures, oysters are artfully shucked in contests of speed, and onions are celebrated with raucous street parties – as they have been for over 350 years. So if

The Best Courses and Workshops in Europe for Foodies

Make a resolution you won’t want to break this year with a spot on one of Europe’s best foodie courses. Book a weekend away to immerse yourself in the art of cooking a boeuf bourguignon Julia Child would be proud of, sweet pastries fit for a patisserie window, or mix it up with a bartending course in the heart of

Three Wicked Cities to Celebrate Halloween in Europe

With its ancient ruins, gory history and fascinating folklore – Europe is an amazing place to be on October 31st. If you want to scare yourself silly, some spooky destinations can be found just a short ferry ride away, so why not celebrate Halloween in Europe by visiting one of these fright-filled cities.

Guide to Galway and the Aran Islands

There are few driving routes that rival the Wild Atlantic Way – the world’s longest coastal road. Lofty mountain peaks, towering crags, shimmering beaches and tranquil coves all illustrate the wild spirit of this mysterious land, creating the very essence of the Ireland made famous in poetry, music and film. In recent years, signposting along the Wild Atlantic Way has

Alternative European Golf Tournaments of 2017

If all the drama and excitement in the lead up to the British Open has whetted your appetite, take a look at these other great golf tournaments taking place across Europe this year. Whether you’re looking to take on the greens yourself or simply catch the newest talent rising through the ranks, you’ll find the perfect golfing break here. From

Getting from the port of Dublin to Galway

Set along the Wild Atlantic Way on Ireland’s west coast, Galway is a thriving, bohemian city that is often referred to as the country’s cultural heart. As well as having plenty of beaches and expansive promenades perfect for a seaside escape, the city’s network of cobbled streets, colourful shops and folky bars are a joy to explore for all ages,