How I stuck my oar in – and saw a Venice I’ve never seen before
Venetians are reviving a centuries-old rowing tradition to promote a sustainable way of getting around, and to show visitors the city at its most authentic
Six perfect unsung city breaks in Europe – from Ghent to Naples
No famous capitals, fewer tourists, loads to see, excellent food – and all a train ride away
A miracle of design: Faro, the Palm Springs of Portugal
Faro is much more than a gateway to the Algarve: fans of modernism are now waking up to the way its sharp, angular buildings shine in the southern sun
‘I loved drifting along the canals’: readers’ best unsung city breaks in Europe
From Bergen to Córdoba, our tipsters share brilliant breaks in some of Europe’s less famous cities
Where best to enjoy autumn in Paris
Forget Paris in the spring … autumn is the best time of year to enjoy the city’s parks, gardens and forests. A local garden expert picks her favourites in the fall
Postcard from Bordighera: autumn sun on Italy’s Ligurian coast
Extravagant villas, wonderful food, exotic gardens and a calm beach attracted British expats to Bordighera in the 1880s – and it’s just as enticing today
‘Soaked and shivering, I order a spritz’: how I holidayed in Venice – without leaving York
Unable to get to Italy, I spent a day recreating a Venetian mini-break in my home town. Who needs the Grand Canal when you’ve got the Ouse?
A local’s guide to Reykjavík, Iceland: the best bars, cafes, beaches and geothermal pools
Artist Lilja Birgisdóttir on her favourite places for culture, eating out and bathing
Stockholm: a midsummer’s dream on a shoestring
A short break in Sweden’s capital with people-watching, live music and cheap pints proves a tonic for this adventurer with only a few krona to his name
Nine of the best budget holidays in Europe for young people
From beach breaks to bear spotting, here are ideas for trips to inspire without breaking the bank. Plus, top tips for cutting costs on trips
Young at heart: Poland’s party city of Lublin
This year’s European youth capital is having a ball, with great food and nightlife part of the vibrant, multicultural scene – plus a stunning old town
‘Everyone I met was lovely’: readers’ favourite student trips
Our winning tipster splashes out in Berlin, while road trips in the Balkans and Canada provide great student travel memories
Grand Torino: why the ‘cacophonous and intoxicating’ Italian city is a must-see
Roman ruins, art nouveau and industrial heritage add a patina of reality to underrated Turin, which feels more worn in than worn out
‘Astonishing, luminous beauty’: readers’ cultural highlights in Europe
The secrets to ancient Greek innovations, art in its rightful place, and gorgeous statues and views from Dublin to Albania
Malmö design festival fights back against the flat-pack
Sweden’s third city showcases independent artists and stylish restaurants reviving Scandinavia’s offbeat, sustainable design