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One of those rare places where time appears to have stood still. Renowned for charming lovers and inspiring artists, all visitors will appreciate its splendour.

Hike amid stunning natural scenery in one of Scotland’s most famous glens, famous for its beauty and infamous for its history.

Appreciate the cultural transformation this waterfront city has undergone, with the World War II-damaged center now home to fashionable restaurants and maritime attractions.

Escape the city and head to one of the world’s largest urban parks, which has lakes and meadows, as well as beer gardens and a variety of interesting relics.

This area of wonderful natural beauty combines forests, meadows and ponds to create an oasis of calm right next to the city centre.

The western isles of Scotland are one of the country’s most unique and scenic regions, where you can experience all the charms and delights of the friendly Gaelic culture. Each of the western isles has its own individual personality and features, from the castles of Mull and the sandy beaches of Tiree, to the heathered bluffs of Isle of Skye and the historic abbey at Iona. Whether you’re keen to island hop and discover all the offerings, or want to settle-in and get to know a place, you will soon find that the Inner Hebrides are a destination you’ll long to return to.

Take a tour of the museum and admire the architecture of the convent and lighthouse on the Land’s End of Europe.

Take a tour of the museum and admire the architecture of the convent and lighthouse on the Land’s End of Europe.

From skiing and tubing to hiking, climbing and sailing, the wild mountainous scenery of this alpine resort town offers a variety of summer and winter pursuits.

This enormous park is loved by natives and visitors alike and boasts an array of cultural, historical and sporting attractions.

A city with a rich and often chequered history. Old Berlin has morphed into a contemporary, cosmopolitan city, rich in culture, architecture, museums and festivals.

Hidden within this compelling historical city is a wealth of ancient architecture, genuine Neapolitan pizzas and mysterious underground caves.

This area of wonderful natural beauty combines forests, meadows and ponds to create an oasis of calm right next to the city centre.

This enormous park is loved by natives and visitors alike and boasts an array of cultural, historical and sporting attractions.

Magnificent landscapes lure skiers to the magic of the Ylläs ski-slopes, or the nature trails of the Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park.

Copenhagen’s dilapidated old harbour district has been revitalised with a string of lively bars and stylish restaurants.

This disused wharf has been transformed into a lively promenade filled with shops, restaurants and bars.

This area of wonderful natural beauty combines forests, meadows and ponds to create an oasis of calm right next to the city centre.

See one of the finest and most beautiful cultural spots in Norway, with a fortress, museums and other buildings where many important historical events took place. 

Experience a quieter, less-developed side of the Côte d\'Azur in this old-world fishing village, which offers a variety of coastal sightseeing and activities.

Alongside games of football and couples in pedalos, the art galleries, buskers and 17th-century palace give El Retiro a different flavour to your average park.