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Vienna in December: The Ultimate Guide to a Classy Christmas City Break

For many reasons, Vienna in December is a place that all Christmas lovers need to experience at least once in their lives. Whether you’re sipping Glühwein at one of its famous Christmas markets, or warming up in a grand Viennese coffeehouse, the city’s culinary scene thrives in the colder months. Picture hearty Austrian cuisine, from roasted pork to steaming...

la concha beach in san sebastian

The Essential San Sebastian City Break Guide for First-Time Visitors

San Sebastian (or Donostia, as it’s known in Basque) might not be the easiest to get to, nor the cheapest city break destination, but it is undoubtedly one of the most rewarding. Once you arrive, you’ll find yourself in one of northern Spain’s most beautiful cities—a place with stunning urban beaches, world-class cuisine, and so many cool things to do. Its...

What to eat in Lisbon: iconic dishes, quirky restaurants & the best food tours

Foodies are spoiled for choice when it comes to deciding what to eat in Lisbon. This is because the food scene in Portugal is incredible. Even ordering blind and just pointing to the first thing on the menu will probably yield something hearty, refined and delicious. But it’s always a good idea to investigate the food culture of the city before arriving, not...

lisbon in winter

Lisbon in December: why winter is the best time to visit Portugal

Last year I visited Lisbon in December. I was looking for a European city break with decent weather for that time of year. I was blown away by the Portuguese capital, and I totally understand why it is so popular. While I was there though, most of the voices I heard on the streets were not Portuguese, yet I was in visiting Lisbon in winter. I got the distinct...