Category Archives: Destination – Europe

Berlin – a cultural extravaganza

Berlin - diverse, contemporary and artistic, Berlin is one of the great cultural cradles of Europe, a capital city of intense contrast and divisive heritage. From its origins as a pivotal trade route in the 13th century to its harrowing division throughout the Cold War, the city has long been at the forefront of global political and cultural change, staking its claim as one of the world's most influential and essential cities.

Or, as David Bowie once said. "Berlin, the greatest cultural extravaganza that one could imagine."

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Budapest

At first sight, Budapest makes a statement. Particularly from the perspective of the mighty Danube, which it straddles via no fewer than 15 bridges as the perfect vantage point to view the splendid Hungarian Parliament and underneath the mid-19th century Chain Bridge – a destination experience unto itself. View the newsletter

Gdansk

City of Freedom and Solidarity
As the dynamic capital of the Pomorskie Province, Gdańsk offers an enticing contrast of rich history and attractive modernity. Packed with cultural and leisure options, and together with Gdynia and Sopot, forming what's known as the TriCity, this vibrant port city stands proudly beside the Baltic Sea, offering something for everyone and a fair few surprises as well…

Bordeaux

If you have never been to Bordeaux or haven't been there in a while it may sound ridiculous, but it's true. Bordeaux has become a 'mini Paris' – with the bonus of being surrounded by magnificent chateaux where some of the best wines in the world are made. Here you can get a truly genuine feel of French culture, without the crowds and perhaps the premium one pays for the visit to a tourist icon destination like Paris.