Best Places in Auvergne

A wooden walking pathway in puy de dome french mountain volcano in summer day

From the ancient volcanoes of the Puys mountain range to the gorges of the Sioule, the mountains of the Cantal and the magnificent lakes of the Auvergne, this region offers so many natural treasures that lovers of protected natural spaces will feel like they are in paradise here. The Regional Natural Parks of the Auvergne … Read more

Best Places in Murcia Region

Spit of the spanish town of La Manga del Mar Menor, Murcia, Spain

Almost every coast in Spain has its own alluring name: Costa del Sol, Costa de la Luz, Costa Tropical… to name but a few. The Costa Cálida, the so-called “warm coast”, which stretches along the entire region of Murcia, is surprisingly one of the lesser known, even though it has some of the most beautiful … Read more

Best Places in Navarre

Fiesta de San Fermin, Pamplona, Navarra, Spain

On the border with France in the north of Spain lies the old kingdom of Navarre, one of the smallest autonomous communities in the country. Its history was shaped by the region’s close border location. Navarre is home to numerous medieval towns worth visiting, such as the 900-year-old town of Estella with its historic town … Read more

Best Places in Liguria

Scenic view of colorful village Vernazza and ocean coast in Cinque Terre, Italy

Liguria is the third smallest province in Italy. It is actually just a narrow coastal strip from the Cote d’Azur to Tuscany, where the Mediterranean is directly followed by the mountains. Simply ” sea and mountains”. To the east is the Riviera di Levante, to the west the Riviera di Ponente and in the middle … Read more

Best Places in Piedmont

Isola Bella is one of the Borromean Islands of Lago Maggiore in north Italy

Piedmont in north-western Italy has far fewer visitors than other Italian regions. Many of the most beautiful destinations in this region are still a real insider tip. Modest people, endearing originality, culinary delights and magnificent nature reserves attract relaxation-seeking soft tourism. Piedmont welcomes individual travelers who prefer family-run hotels and farms and appreciate and protect … Read more

Best Places in Extremadura

San Bartolome church in Jerez de los Caballeros, Spain

The west of Spain is one of the lesser-known destinations in central Spain. The region is ideal for individual tours off the beaten track. The hilly landscapes have a very special charm. Pigs, cattle and sheep graze on the green meadows in the shade of oak trees. Vultures circle under the blue sky. Storks build … Read more

Best Places in Scotland

Jacobite steam train on Glenfinnan viaduct in Scotland, United Kingdom

Scotland is home to Britain’s most spectacular scenery, which includes the highest mountain, Ben Nevis, the deepest loch, Loch Morar, the tallest trees and the most remote areas of wilderness. Edinburgh as a capital city has everything a capital city should have – a castle, a royal palace, national art collections, great museums, excellent shopping … Read more

Best Places in Devon

Malmsmead Bridge on Exmoor National Park

On the south coast of England, just before you reach the famous Cornwall, lies the idyllic county of Devon, a real gem. Devon is best known for its picturesque hills, picturesque fishing villages and the Dartmoor and Exmoor National Parks. The land here seems older, wilder and more pristine than in the east and between … Read more

Best Places in Dorset

Best Places in Dorset

Shaftesbury Shaftesbury, with a population of just under 6,700, used to be called Edwardstowe until the town’s name was changed following the Reformation. It is situated on a small hill and from the right places there are beautiful views of the surrounding hills of northern Dorset. Glastonbury Tor and the Isle of Purbeck peninsula on … Read more