The tiny European town dubbed the country’s best hidden gem – with unusual smoked beers and pretty canal tours

The tiny European town dubbed the country’s best hidden gem – with unusual smoked beers and pretty canal tours

A SMALL town in Europe with unique beer and fascinating architecture has been described as one of the best hidden gems in its country. On a list of lesser-known places to visit in Germany, the town of Bamberg was one of the more eye-catching, with its medieval history and one-of-a-kind local brew standing out from … Read more

Huge news for Friends fans as new flagship attraction opens in London this summer

Huge news for Friends fans as new flagship attraction opens in London this summer

UK BASED Friends fans have a brand new attraction to get excited about this year. The Friends Experience is opening in London and will be the first UK flagship location of the popular tourist spot. 6 The new experience is set to open at London in AugustCredit: The Friends Experience 6 The experience will coincide with the 30th … Read more

The clever way tourists can explore London for free this month

The clever way tourists can explore London for free this month

ANYONE visiting London in June can get free transport around the city, by using a simple yet clever method. Costs can really start to add up for anyone exploring London, especially for people taking the bus and the tube all over the city to several places in the same day. 4 People can use the … Read more

East Midlands makes for fab family staycation – from great museums to cracking pubs

East Midlands makes for fab family staycation – from great museums to cracking pubs

THE EAST Midlands makes for a fab family escape, says Lifestyle Editor Catherine Bennion-Pedley. Birdholme Glamping near Nottingham is the perfect destination for a great staycation. 5 Birdholme Glamping near Nottingham is the perfect destination for a great staycationCredit: Alex Wilkinson Media 5 Unwind in your very own personal hot tub at the siteCredit: Alex … Read more

The London suburb that’s like visiting Korea – with restaurants and karaoke bars

The London suburb that’s like visiting Korea – with restaurants and karaoke bars

SOUTH KOREA has grown in popularity as a holiday destination in recent years, with Brits becoming more and more interested in Korean culture and food. However, getting there is expensive and difficult, requiring long haul flights that take more than 10 hours. 8 New Malden is home to several Korean businesses including supermarkets and restaurantsCredit: … Read more

The surprising sandy beach found in a European capital city – with water slides, restaurants and an outdoor cinema

The surprising sandy beach found in a European capital city – with water slides, restaurants and an outdoor cinema

THE MIDDLE of a landlocked city is hardly the place you’d expect to find one of Europe’s best beaches. However, Berlin in Germany has a unique beach culture of its own, with sandy shorelines, clean water and plenty of activities for kids to enjoy, including water slides, cinemas and places to eat and drink. 3 … Read more

The pretty Italian city with 728-year-old attraction, free drinks and TUI packages

The pretty Italian city with 728-year-old attraction, free drinks and TUI packages

FOLLOW in the footsteps of telly’s Rob Rinder and Rylan Clark in fabulous Florence. The city, known for its picturesque piazzas and perfect pizzas, featured this week in the duo’s Grand Tour show on BBC Two. 5 Florence is known for its perfect vistas and centuries of historyCredit: Getty 5 We follow in the footsteps … Read more

Huge new €9billion airport to open near Europe’s cheapest city following record tourist numbers

Huge new €9billion airport to open near Europe’s cheapest city following record tourist numbers

A HUGE new airport is set to be built in a popular European city break destination, making it even easier for people to visit. Earlier this year, Lisbon was named the cheapest city in Europe by the Economist Intelligence Unit’s 2023 Worldwide Cost of Living Report. 6 A brand new airport will be built in the Portuguese capital, LisbonCredit: Getty … Read more

The overlooked European city with 15th century palaces and pink soup festivals

The overlooked European city with 15th century palaces and pink soup festivals

“YOU might notice some blood over there,” says our tour guide, gesturing towards a washing machine in a prison which once housed Lithuania’s most notorious criminals. The hairs on the back of my neck stand on end as I shine my torch over to catch sight of the sizable crimson stain, surely from some dark, … Read more

The idyllic French town just outside Paris that is much more affordable – with cheap trains and cream masterclasses

The idyllic French town just outside Paris that is much more affordable – with cheap trains and cream masterclasses

WHEN in Rome, do as the Romans. And when in France, drink wine. That’s been my motto for as long as I’ve been drinking, thanks to my French grandmother. 5 Chantilly is an idyllic French town just outside ParisCredit: Supplied 5 Horse training in the Chantilly castle groundsCredit: Supplied But it’s not just wine that … Read more