Europe & UK

The writer walks through a crevasse on Falljokull glacier.

adventureThe crevasses of one of Iceland’s most spectacular glaciers

Off in helmets and crampons, and carrying ice axes

Suzanne Morphet

The Alpine Coaster provides thrills and great views of the Edinburgh countryside.

ScotlandAlpine Coaster brings out the daredevil in this scaredy-cat

Things get a bit hairy on Edinburgh’s Pentland Hills

Leyanne Baillie

With a view like this, and French-Italian cuisine, Le Nautique is a nice spot for lunch in La Ciotat.

europeAn unsung gem in the south of France

From fishing boats to luxury yachts and plenty of places to eat and drink

Steve McKenna

The White Castle, when viewed from the Danube, gives Belgrade its name.

BalkansSerbia quietly takes a seat at the table

A moment of respect for Tito

Martin Stewart

Girls display their ethnic costumes in Ohrid, North Macedonia.

tourTradition survives in the Balkans

An introduction to countries once hidden behind the Iron Curtain

Martin Stewart

Entering the Blue Cave at Bisevo.

balkansCroatia sparkles with all the promise of summer

From Dubrovnik to the history and traditions of Sibenik, Hvar, Trogir, Split and Zadar

Martin Stewart

Durdevica Tara Bridge in Montenegro.

balkansMontenegro is a natural gem

Small but beautiful

Martin Stewart

The Popova Kula Winery in North Macedonia.

balkansSpice in the variety of North Macedonia

Intimate insights from Skopje to Lake Ohrid

Martin Stewart

Amalfi has a breathtaking location on the coast of the same name.

ItalyOh, we do like to be beside il mare

A seaside gem with compelling ingredients and pulse-raising vantage points.

Steve McKenna

The Dugald Stewart monument at the top of Calton Hill, Edinburgh.

ScotlandSinging the praises of a tiny Edinburgh cafe

A tiny cafe in the Scottish capital makes a big impression

Leyanne Baillie

This late 19th-century lighthouse stands by Rotterdam's maritime museum.

europeRotterdam’s big trio

Three good suggestions to seek out in central Rotterdam

Steve McKenna

Guests on a Viking cruise cycle up the valley in Flam, Norway.

cruise plusBusy & balanced in Europe

An active tour of northern Europe started in one of the world’s best cycling cities and ended in another

Suzanne Morphet

The gardens at Villa Rufolo in Ravello afford dreamy vistas of the Amalfi Coast.

europeA jewel gleaming above the Amalfi Coast

A quiet moment in a popular spot in Italy

Steve McKenna

Danube River and city of Ruse, Bulgaria.

europleBulgaria’s ‘Little Vienna’ next door

Going beyond Bucharest

Ross Taylor

The tracks wind out of Tunes, a town tucked inland from the Algarvian coast.

europeAn unexpected turn on a Portuguese railway

A Sunday rail trip takes an unexpected turn

Steve McKenna

The writer snorkels through the crystal clear water of the Silfra Fissure in Iceland.

outdoorsSnorkel between two of Earth’s tectonic plates in Iceland

It’s said to be the only place on the planet where this is possible.

Suzanne Morphet

Vessels and buildings of all shapes and sizes are par for the course in Rotterdam.

cruise callRotterdam is unique and utterly fascinating

Enthralled by a less-visited European city

Steve McKenna

Hotel New York has retained much of its early 20th-century elegance, including the company name of its initial occupier.

EuropeStaying at a Rotterdam icon

The former headquarters of the Holland America Line is a distinguished hotel

Steve McKenna

Mojo in Pescheria del Garda.

italyOffbeat ways to have fun on Lake Garda

Creative, fun and local-approved bars and clubs

Marco Ferrarese

Eye-catching contemporary buildings dot Montpellier.

franceThree highlights of Montpellier

A great city just off the usual path

Steve McKenna

Spiaggia Lungolago in Nago-Torbole.

actionItaly’s golden triangle for outdoor enthusiasts

The northern tip of Lake Garda, where Riva, Arco and Torbole come together

Marco Ferrarese

The path winding between Ravello and Minori is a feast for the senses.

outdoorsMaking the most of free time on a tour

Walking through a slice of Italy

Steve McKenna

The Peak District National Park is awash with gorgeous scenery.

out & aboutGreat walking in rural English Edale

Britain is great for walkers, and this is a top spot with a big history

Steve McKenna

An hour south of Naples, Paestum contains some of the most striking ancient Greek relics in the world.

italyPutting little-visited Paestum on our map

A fleeting visit to the distant past

Steve McKenna