Sleigh rides, spas and snowshoeing: 10 of the best winter holidays in Europe
Ditch the skis – these winter breaks are all about stunning mountain scenery, cosy places to stay and fun activities
I skied up to the highest mountain hut in the Swedish Arctic. My reward? A whiteout …
An epic rail trip to Sweden’s Arctic north ends with a surreal skiing experience – and waffles for breakfast while sitting out a snowstorm
‘You don’t have to hurtle down slopes or dance like crazy at après parties’: readers’ favourite winter mountain holidays in Europe
The Alps, Spain’s Sierra Nevada and the national parks of Sweden and Albania feature among our readers’ treasured winter mountain breaks
‘The world’s most haunted forest’: twisted trees, UFOs and spooky stories in Transylvania
The native woodland of Hoia-Baciu in Romania is a place where the human imagination can run riot. A guided night tour is the perfect way to discover its otherworldly charms
The young local talent breathing new life into the Isle of Skye’s food scene
A new generation of chefs and distillers are showcasing the Hebridean island’s outstanding produce and creating jobs for fellow islanders
Kicking back in Catalonia: a new eco-retreat in Spain with yoga, ebikes and volcano hikes
Set within a volcanic nature reserve, this charmingly repurposed 17th-century farmhouse has all bases covered for a relaxing, rustic microadventure
Tell us about a historic stay in Europe, including the UK
Share a tip on accommodation that takes you back in time – the best wins £200 towards a Coolstays break
From Steel City to Cottonopolis: a new walking trail through a post-industrial Peak District
The nostalgic Steel Cotton Rail Trail between Sheffield and Manchester has 14 day-length sections, with walks for urban explorers and summit-bagging hikers alike
30 of the best UK pubs for an autumn escape with great food
From Cornwall to the Highlands, here’s our pick of new or recently refurbished inns with cosy rooms, enticing menus and country walks from the door
‘Not many pub lunches require a trip across the Atlantic’: readers’ favourite UK country pubs with great food
Your top tips for inns that serve delicious meals, from mussels on a Scottish island to homemade pies in North Yorkshire
A train tour of Europe’s cool northern capitals: from London to Vilnius, via Berlin and Warsaw
My epic rail journey to some of the continent’s most creative and edgy cities mimics a cruise – I hop on and off, eat too much and soak up the culture
Where tourists seldom tread, part 19: three UK towns with industrial legacies
We explore the Roman, Tudor and Indian delights of Leicester, the textile and religious heritage of Paisley, and the radical history of Nelson, the only town named after a pub
A taste of north Wales: a walk between cafes (and pubs) on the Llŷn peninsula
Powered by fruit cake and fresh fish, our writer takes in the spectacular cliffs, coves and villages along a new seafood trail
Tell us about your favourite vintage shopping destinations in Europe
From flea markets to antique shops, share a tip on your favourite places for second-hand shopping – the best tip wins £200 towards a Coolstays break
I’m still globetrotting at 76. New people and new places are what keep me alive
Getting older hasn’t dimmed my love of travel. In my 70s, it’s still all about my next trip, be it a cruise, Goa … or a naturist resort in Crete