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
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
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
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
Neighbouring Georgia gets all the attention when it comes to Caucasus adventures and cuisine, but nothing beats the ‘primeval happiness’ of a post-walk feast in Armenia - and there are far fewer trekkers