The best European weekend breaks

From Prague to Helsinki, go further afield for your festive shopping this year by visiting one of the most magical Christmas markets that pop up in European squares

The French capital is only 20 minutes away from the vineyards of Champagne.

Whether it's your first time or you're a Paris veteran, we've created the perfect list of things to do, tailored to your upcoming holiday

This redesigned iconic hotel on Spain’s south coast will transport you back to the golden age of glamour, with stunning vistas, swaying palm trees and elegant interiors

Spain's second city is full of things to explore. Elizabeth Bennett lays out the best things to do in Barcelona, however long you plan on visiting for

Move over Paris, Rome and Madrid and make way for some lesser-known capitals and regional European cities which are ideal for short break anytime of year

Choosing between ski resorts can be difficult to navigate, let alone expensive, with many opting to return to the same slopes each year. Ahead of the ski season, Duncan Craig breaks down the best resorts for those in for the sport as much as the style

Annecy is a charming Medieval town with châteaus, winding canals and some of the finest Alpine dining around

In northern Portugal's lesser-known Beira district, an ancient royal palace has been lovingly converted into a stylish boutique hotel perfect for a weekend break or add-on to a city break in creative Porto or the thriving capital Lisbon

In an extract from her new book ‘Sauna - The Power of Deep Heat', design journalist Emma O'Kelly selects the best saunas in the world

Old-school glamour is a quality that can't be replicated, and the Hotel Eden near Rome's elegant Via Veneto has it in spades

If anything springs to mind when you hear the phrase “fairytale castle”, it’s almost definitely Neuschwanstein Castle near Füssen in Germany

Jaw-dropping interiors, exquisite antiques, unspoilt beaches and the best gelato – why Sicily needs to be your next holiday destination

The Marseille-based Irish writer Mary Fitzgerald recommends exploring the diverse neighbourhoods of this Mediterranean coastal city. With a rich history that stretches back to the Ancient Greeks, it is now experiencing an exciting cultural and culinary revival