Europe

One day in Prizren: 6 unmissable things to do

Flanked by distant mountains and rolling, forested hills, Prizren is one of Kosovo’s most picturesque cities. It’s a firm fixture ...
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Exploring AGLOW, County Durham’s newest Christmas light trail

Stretching for one-and-a-half miles through the grounds of Bishop Auckland’s historic Auckland Castle, AGLOW is the latest festive light trail ...
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Two Tickets To Ohrid: a return to North Macedonia’s lakeside city

“It has changed a lot. More big buildings, more big hotels. I liked it how it was before,” reflected our ...
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Skopje Fortress: our guide to visiting the city’s best viewpoint

Skopje Fortress – also known as Skopje Kale, after the Turkish word for fortress or castle – is one of ...
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Our guide to the best sunrise spot in Ohrid, North Macedonia

When it comes to sunrise in Ohrid, there is only one place to head – the Church of Saint John ...
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A hike up Arnison Crag and Birks for the best views of Ullswater

Sweat dripped down my brow as I stole a glance at the view. The ground was parched – dried mud ...
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20 brilliant things to do in Skopje, North Macedonia’s quirky capital

Skopje, the eclectic capital city of North Macedonia, is enjoying a growing reputation as a budget-friendly European city packed with ...
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Širok Sokak: A guide to exploring Bitola’s coolest street

Packed to the rafters with bars, cafes and restaurants, no trip to Bitola is complete without a walk down Širok ...
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Two Tickets To Skopje: a long-awaited return to the capital of North Macedonia

Eight years have passed since our last visit to Skopje in 2015. Back then, we had just finished our final ...
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Loughrigg Fell in winter: A low season adventure in the Lake District

“Everyone likes Loughrigg.” So said Alfred Wainwright when writing of Loughrigg Fell, one of the most accessible of the 214 ...
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How to visit Kinderdijk from Rotterdam by public transport

The world-famous Kinderdijk site is a must-see for anyone visiting Rotterdam. Home to two canals and 19 windmills, this remarkable ...
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Kosovo by public transport: a short guide to Prizren, Peja and Gjakova bus stations

With their picturesque settings and rich cultural heritage, the cities of Prizren, Peja and Gjakova are some of the most ...
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