Your favourite bars, beaches, swimming spots and more: readers’ top 10 travel tips on Portugal
Portugal’s greenest region, an Algarve food truck and a monastery stay on the Camino de Santiago are among our tipsters’ highlights
Prague’s Vietnamese food revolution
A wave of immigration during the communist years has seen a slow burn for Vietnamese food – from beef noodles to green rice ice-cream – in the Czech Republic’s capital
‘Leave the Maga cap at home!’ Is the world really becoming hostile to American tourists?
As reservations for travellers heading from the US to Europe fall, some have suggested it’s about more than Trump’s tariffs
Poetry in motion: walking the new Wordsworth Way in the Lake District
The route follows in the Romantic poet’s footsteps, traces his life and celebrates the landscapes that inspired so much of his work
Universal chooses Bedford to be location of its first theme park in Europe
Keir Starmer hails visitor attraction – set to open in 2031 – as a way to bring jobs and growth to region
Anglesey adventure: exploring the treasures of Ynys Môn
Many dash across this Welsh island en route to Ireland, but it’s worth lingering to explore its historic houses, pristine beaches and thriving restaurant scene
Tell us about about a positive community tourism initiative
We want to hear about a community-based project or travel company that made your trip memorable. The best tip wins £200 towards a Coolstays break
Camping in the wild heart of Italy – en suite rooms and fabulous restaurant optional
In the rugged Maiella national park, a secluded campsite offers everything from pitches to hotel-style rooms, guided walks to Abruzzo hospitality
To Hades and back: my family holiday in Parga, Greece
With its white sand, sparkling sea, olive groves and echoes of ancient myths, a holiday in Greece’s beautiful Parga makes you very glad to be in the kingdom of the living
20 of Europe’s most beautifully located campsites – chosen by experts
We asked camping pros to tell us about their favourite sites, from the highest pitches in Switzerland to a wilderness reserve in Sweden
‘A stunning campsite with views of the fjords’: readers’ best camping trips in Europe
From pitching a tent in the haunt of Greek gods to a private beach in Italy’s garden of Eden, our tipsters share their favourite places to sleep under the stars
Paris’s rewilded railway line: the disused track turned into a green space for wildlife and walkers
Inside the French capital’s ring road, the Petite Ceinture, a disused circular rail line, now abounds with nature trails, shared gardens – and even urban farms
‘A Med island holiday without the crowds’: family-friendly Corsica
A holiday park on the lesser-known Côte Orientale offers lower prices, activities for all ages, and secluded sandy beaches
Share a tip on a special place to eat or drink on the UK coast
Tell us about your favourite coastal place to eat and drink – the best tip wins £200 towards a Coolstays break
The Danish island of seaweed cottages, salt and seafood
The remote North Sea isle of Læsø is world-famous for the gastronomic delights that come from its waters – so the best way to explore it is in waders