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City Breaks

Embrace the allure of a captivating city break – the perfect antidote to the mundaneness of everyday life. City escapes, peppered throughout the year, breathe fresh life into our routines and replenish our spirits. Whether it’s the rich cultural tapestry of European cities or the electrifying vibrancy of New York’s Big Apple that calls to you, we’ve got your city dreams covered. Perhaps you envision an urban escape that melds with an adventure – say, skiing or surfing. Or you’re keen to dive into the heart of diverse cultures. Exploring global cities has always been challenging.

This section contains a collection of travel articles, each a crafted guide to a unique city. Our goal? To help uncover that ‘special somewhere’ that aligns perfectly with your urban travel aspirations. Recognising that each city-breaker has its own unique tastes and preferences, we’ve endeavoured to create a rich selection of articles. Whether you’re drawn to the cosmopolitan vibes, cultural richness, or romantic charm of cities, our stories will transport you through enchanting alleyways and across cobbled squares.

Immerse yourself in the narratives below, and we hope you’ll find a story that mirrors your city travel dreams. Enjoy the read, and let the urban explorer within you take flight…

Italy’s glamorous fashion capital, where the rhythm is fast paced and the shopping is world class, Milan lies at the foot of the Alps, in…
A vibrant metropolis with its own amazing beach? It’s possible! Barcelona is the city that has it all. The superb architecture, the awarded restaurants, the…
Call it a cliché but Paris is above all the city of romance! You can’t strip Paris of its romance no matter how hard you…
Surrounded by the Vltava River that snakes its way around the beautiful Cesky Krumlov Castle, this Czech town can easily become the setting of a…
All roads might not lead to Rome anymore but this doesn’t mean Rome is less spectacular and fascinating than it was back when the Roman…
Tourists flock to Santa Fe to discover the fascinating city perched on a 7,000-foot desert plateau and guarded by mountain ranges. Santa Fe is fascinating,…
And simply fascinating! Prague is a fabulous destination for a city break, especially if you’re living in Europe. It’s a splendid city rich in history,…
Forget all you know about Russia for one moment and rediscover it through the majestic St Petersburg. The former capital of the Russian Empire, St…
Barcelona! A charming European destination that attracts tourists from all over the world without trying too hard to lure them in. Why do millions and…
Tallinn is one of the youngest capitals of Europe but still has a 1,000-year old history and an Old Town that is a UNESCO World…
Not as famous as Vancouver or Quebec, the Canadian city of Calgary can easily compete with any of the two when it comes to attractions…
The hills of Salzburg are still alive with the sound of music. Even if more than 50 years have passed since Julie Andrews made Salzburg…