From Silent Disco to a 5,000-Balloon Drop: What Nightlife on a Royal Caribbean Mega-Ship Is Really Like

Forget dinner, a show and an early night. On Royal Caribbean’s newest Icon-Class ship, that’s just the warm-up. At sea, nightfall doesn’t mean the day is winding down. On Royal Caribbean’s Legend of the Seas, it’s when the most unexpected experiences begin to overlap. The challenge isn’t finding something to do after dark; it’s deciding […]

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Planning a Destination Wedding in Europe: Italy, Greece, France and Beyond

A destination wedding in Europe delivers memorable settings and a built-in holiday, but demands considerable planning – this guide covers the appeal and the practicalities. There is a reason couples look to Europe for destination weddings: old-world European settings, centuries-old venues, regional cuisine and easy honeymoon extensions. But choosing Europe also means being realistic about […]

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The Rome Hotel That Puts the City’s Icons on Your Doorstep

A stay in Rome is all about location and atmosphere, and Hotel Imperiale by OMNIA delivers on both fronts. Set on Via Veneto, Hotel Imperiale by OMNIA brings together the ingredients of a memorable Roman stay: a storied address, a thoughtful 2025 restoration and a location that keeps the city’s best sights within easy reach. […]

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Say ‘Buon Appetito’ at These Top Restaurants in Rome

Street-corner espresso, candlelit dinners and skyline views: this is your inside track to the best restaurant tables in Rome. Rome’s trattorias, rooftop terraces and Michelin-starred dining rooms all have one thing in common: a devotion to flavour woven through history. Whether you’re introducing the kids to their first cacio e pepe, raising a glass against […]

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The Coast is Clear: Europe’s Best Beach Holidays

Sandy toes, balmy sunsets and that fresh sea breeze – just in time for the summer season, here’s our pick of Europe’s best beach holidays. Whether you’re looking to stretch out under the Grecian sun, dive into the Spanish waves or uncover the secret coves of Corsica and Sicily, a beach break is always a […]

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The Best Time to Visit Europe: Weather, Crowds and Prices by Season

Europe’s sweet spots change with the seasons, bringing different weather, crowds and prices throughout the year. Here’s your season-by-season guide to getting the timing right. For the perfect balance between weather, crowds and prices, look to April–May or September–October in Europe – these are the region’s shoulder seasons. Summer suits beach holidays, festivals and longer […]

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First Time in Europe? Tick Off the Big Sites with These Europe Tours

These Europe tours for first-time visitors make exploring the continent a breeze. From gelato in Italy to Gaudi in Barcelona and mythology in Ireland, it’s hard to know where to start when planning a first-time trip to Europe. These small-group Europe tours offer the perfect introduction to the sights and sounds of some of the […]

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9 Bucket-List Europe Tours to Book Now

Tick some treasures off your travel bucket list with these Europe tours that include the continent’s most iconic destinations and experiences. From chasing the Northern Lights across Scandinavia to following the sun down to the Greek Isles or Morocco’s Sahara Desert, here are 9 bucket-list Europe tours that include expertly curated itineraries covering the most […]

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4 Reasons to Beat the Rush & Book Your 2024 European Summer Now

Discover how to access the best airfares and most sought-after accommodation and experiences with these tips from our travel insiders. Seeing everyone you know posting about their 2023 European summer and wishing it were you? Make sure you don’t miss out on next year’s European summer adventures by being one step ahead of the crowd […]

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Venice Like a Local: How to Get the Most Out of this Italian Icon

The floating city needs no introduction, but venture beyond its famous attractions and the paths less travelled hold the key to its heart. It’s true: a trip to Italy isn’t complete without visiting the incomparable Venice, where Gothic palaces rise from the waters and life plays out on the winding canals. While it’s often associated […]

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7 Festive Reasons to Spend Christmas in Europe

Christmas in Europe is a greeting card dream come true – and this is a love letter to the continent’s most wonderful time of the year. Flurries of snow dancing on the crisp air. The smoky scent of chestnuts roasting over glowing embers. Fairy lights twinkling like stars against the inky sky. A hearty glass […]