For many people an adventure walking holiday in the Austrian Tyrol typifies the best of the Alps. Dotted around the mountains of the Austrian Tyrol and in the hamlets and villages are refuges,…

Rightfully emerging as a superb travel destination in its own right, Bosnia and Herzegovina has a wealth of attractions to appeal to any traveller looking to further their experience of Europe. An…

Bulgaria feels like the heart of the Balkans, and in the small mountain villages you'll still encounter old men riding to work on donkeys or women spinning wool by hand. Bulgaria offers a range of…

Croatia has become one of Europe's hottest adventure travel destinations in recent years, with a beautiful Adriatic coastline dotted with idyllic islands to explore. In Croatia you can discover…

In 1990 the Czech Republic suddenly burst into life in the wake of the Berlin Wall coming down and tourists began to discover what this Central European beauty has to offer. This young country has…

One of Europe's last great wildernesses, home to all kinds of wildlife long extinct from the rest of the continent, such as wolf, wolverine, moose and bear. In the far north Finland has a…

France is one of the worlds truly must-see travel destinations. From the romance of Paris to the grandeur of the Alps and the beautiful Dordogne to the Chateaux of the Loire, a visit to France will…

Greece is the cradle of European civilization, and the wonders of Ancient Greece can still be seen - watch the sunset as it silhouettes the pillars of a temple perched high on a cliff top above the…

Lying at the heart of Europe, Hungary has a wealth of attractions for the adventure traveller. The capital Budapest, split into the twin cities of Buda and Pest on opposite banks of the Danube, is…

A dramatic wilderness clinging to the edge of Europe, Iceland is one of the world's coolest destinations in more ways than one. In recent years clubbers have been heading to Iceland drawn by…

Italy has to be one of the most romantic destinations anywhere. The sheer dedication to the enjoyment of life of the Italians, the sublime arts and culture epitomised in the galleries of Florence…

Montenegro contains an incredible wealth of national parks including Biogradska Gora National Park, an isolated area of forests and mountains which surround five glacial lakes, known as ‘mountain…

Think Norway, think snow and many of the associated activities. Travel with us to the island of Spitzbergen in the Svalbard archipelago in search of the elusive polar bear and the see the great…

Poland is a land of contrasts, where vibrant modern city life combined with cheap prices attracts a crowd of youthful partygoers from across the EU, but also a place with a wealth of history, where…

Romania is the Wild East of Europe, with fantastic wilderness, dramatic mountains and the eerily atmospheric castles of Transylvania. Romania has always had a strong peasant culture. The contrast…

The world's largest country, Russia bewilders by its sheer size, stretching all the way from Europe to the Far East. In its history too Russia is monumental, and the legacy of Tsarist rule, best…

Slovakia is one of Europe's youngest countries, gaining independence in 1993. Formerly it was the easternmost half of Czechoslovakia. Slovakia is studded with ornate castles, with imposing Baroque…

The tiny alpine nation of Slovenia has spectacular scenery in abundance, and frequently the weather to enjoy it as well, being located on the sunny side of the Alps. Slovenia has been a beacon of…

Spain has long been a popular holiday destination, and it's easy to see why. Superb beaches, a balmy climate and a strong sense of identity with a distinctive culture all make Spain a fascinating…

Switzerland - the land of chocolate and cheese! Discover the stunning landscapes of Switzerland. Train journeys through the mountains show the best of the alpine scenery, where sensational walking…