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Epic Things to do in Dubrovnik in Winter (Plus Day Trips!)

Beautiful romantic old town of Dubrovnik during sunset.

Are you heading to Dubrovnik in winter?  The gorgeous Croatian city is famous for its fascinating history and charming old town. In fact, the entire city is a UNESCO site that looks like it has been frozen in time. In the summer season, Dubrovnik is brimming with tourists, so much so that it’s tough to […]

Best Day Trips from Paris in Winter (in France and abroad!)

Strasbourg, France. Christmas Market in Petite France old district of Strassburg in Alsace.

Are you curious about the best day trips from Paris in winter? Read on for all you need to know! There’s nowhere quite like Paris. The city has a pulsating atmosphere in the summer, that much is true. But a Parisian winter day has a certain charm. Imagine wrapping up and walking along the Seine […]

Best Day Trips from London in Winter (Cities and Castles!)

Are you looking for the best day trips from London in winter? Here’s a full list! The charming city of London has so much to offer tourists, whatever the season. Enjoy attractions like Westminster Abbey, the Tower of London, Tower Bridge and the incredible London Eye, where you can take in panoramic vistas of the […]

Things to do in Ankara in Winter: Turkey’s Frosty Capital!

If you are looking for things to do in Ankara in winter, you’ve come to the right place! The capital of Turkey has plenty of indoor attractions, museums, famous Turkish hammams, and even a ski centre. The city is well-tailored for the winter months. It’s not really a summer destination as there are not many […]

Visit These Incredible Christmas Markets in Poland in 2022!

POZNAN, POLAND - December 15, 2019: Poznan Christmas Market, Poland

Are you looking for the best Christmas markets in Poland? From Wrocław to Gdansk, here are the most magical places to spend the festive season. The smell of gingerbread lingers in the air, the stalls are illuminated by a million gentle fairy lights, and friendly stall holders serve tasty gluwein and delicious regional food. These […]

Things to do in Lisbon in Winter (Plus Full Travel Guide)

Lisbon, Portugal skyline at Sao Jorge Castle at sunset.

Are you interested in visiting Lisbon in winter? It’s one of my favourite cities in Europe (if not my favourite!) – and I actually prefer it in winter than summer! Read on to find out why! Whenever I land in Lisbon, I immediately feel completely enamoured. The colourful winding streets of the Alfama area with […]

Things to do in Porto in Winter: Portugal’s Northern City

Cityscape of the city of Porto, Douro river with its old boat and its typical colored houses on the water's edge. Portugal. Europe.

Are you looking for things to do in Porto in winter? This blog post details them all! The northern Portuguese city of Porto is one of the most gorgeous European cities, with plenty of incredible architecture and gorgeous scenes over the River Douro, snaking through the city.  It’s a popular city break throughout the year, […]

Things to do in Zakopane in Winter: Poland’s Winter Spot

View at the Tatra mountains near Zakopane, Popland when driving to Lysa Polana.

Carpeted under a blanket of snow, with hoardes of tourists giving it a pulsating atmosphere, Zakopane in winter is magical. The centre of the Góral (Polish Highlanders) culture and nestled in the Tatra Mountains, Zakopane is full of traditional folklore and it offers a wide range of attractions during the winter holidays.  The city of […]

Incredible things to do in Antalya in winter (travel guide)

Panoramic view of Antalya Kaleici Old Town with the Clock Tower, Yivli Minaret, Tekeli Mehmet Pasa mosque, Mediterranean Sea and the Taurus Mountains in background, Turkey

With miles of golden beaches, brilliantly blue Mediterranean water, incredible ancient ruins and mild weather, Antalya in winter is a delight. Antalya is a southern coastal city of Turkey and is one of the nation’s top tourist destinations, thanks to its great climate, outstanding natural beauty and range of attractions. Most of these incredible attractions […]

Things to do in Belgrade in Winter (plus travel tips!)

A concrete ship in the Belgrade harbor and a snow covered city. HDR images

The charming capital city of Serbia, Belgrade is an enchanting place to visit in the winter months. Located on a crossroad between Europe and Asia, Belgrade has been under both western and eastern influence for centuries, thus becoming a perfect mixture of different cultures, architecture and cuisine. The city is a prime tourist destination in […]