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Europe has a fantastic and varied selection when it comes to picking a holiday destination. Travellers are literally spoiled for choice whether they want culture and the hustle and bustle of a cosmopolitan city or to simply relax on the beach and soak up the sun's rays. There are lots of resorts across Europe to escape to and enjoy a well-earned break with family, friends or a romantic break for two.

Greece is a great relaxing holiday destination and has a wide range of popular resorts, particularly on the islands dotted around the Mediterranean. One such destination is Crete, the largest of the Greek islands with great tourist resorts in the Heraklion region. The sunniest of the Greek islands are in the south east of the Aegean Sea and are very popular with tourists. These include Kos with the bustling resort of Kos Town and the laid back beach resort of Kefalos. There is a wide range of accommodation on the islands from quaint white washed villas to luxurious five star hotels.

With temperatures falling, days getting shorter and those chilly winter nights getting longer, many of us find our thoughts turn to escaping the British winter and heading for somewhere that promises either sunny skies or crisp white snow - anything other than the sleet, rain and slush that is so often a part of the great British winter.

For those with an aversion to cold weather, a spot of winter sun may well seem like an appealing option. When it's mid-winter in the UK, it is of course the height of summer on the other side of the equator, making Australia and South America two very popular destinations among travellers looking for a bit of winter sun. Tropical destinations such as the Caribbean, are bathed in sunshine year-round and island hopping cruises in this beautiful part of the world are a firm favourite with sun worshippers looking for a break from the grey skies back home. Winter sun breaks can be a fantastic opportunity for a major party, too - how about spending New Year's Eve in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, for example? A winter sun break can be an ideal opportunity to raise the spirits when the winter blues set in - lying on a beach in Barbados or Jamaica, the grey skies of Britain will seem a long, long way away. And when you return from your break, your deep natural tan will be the envy of those who have spent the winter shivering in cold temperatures.

There is a definite tourist trail in the UK. For foreign tourists there is so much to see that it is obvious why people choose to go to the most famous spots. So, London, the Cotswolds, the Lake District, Oxford and Cambridge and Stratford are all full in the summer. Other popular places are Cornwall, the Peak District and the city of Edinburgh. And that's not including world famous sites and events like Stonehenge or Glastonbury Festival. There is loads to see and do on a visit to the UK.

For those who live here or have visited many times, they may have the urge to look for new places to visit and there is no shortage of those either in the UK. A great way to discover hidden gems is to head for the cities, other than the ones already mentioned. The great thing about British cities is that they not only have attractions all of their own, but they are also within easy reach of beautiful countryside and tourist attractions.

No longer the preserve of the privileged few, cruising is now a popular way of holidaying for all kinds of people. Cruise ships now have such a wide range of facilities, activities and entertainment that there really is something for everyone. With this growing popularity has come choice. It is now possible to cruise in any part of the world and the choice of packages available is at times overwhelming. The way to ensure that you have a perfect cruise is to find the cruise package that suits your pocket and your tastes.

The best way to ensure that you get the package you really want is to book early. If you see a package that suits you, then book it as soon as you can. Often prices go up closer to the cruise date so not only could you save yourself money by booking early but you can be sure to get the cruise you really want. Booking early is particularly important for those who need bigger cabins or special requirements. Additionally, certain times of year are more popular than others so if you can only sail at the peak times, it is essential to book early. Most people book six to twelve months in advance.

There are many areas with wine tradition in the world. Wherever there is plenty of sun for the grapes to ripe, people are cultivating vineyards and are producing numerous types of wine. No matter if you like white or red wine, no matter if you like it dry or sweet, there is a huge number of wine destinations waiting for you. This is the perfect activity for a few days of relaxation with tasty food and beautiful landscape.

One of the greatest advantages of wine tourism is that you run away from cities, in nice villages where you will have much more contact with locals. You can better understand the people's way of life and you can more easily experience their traditions. Of course you can enjoy a glass of wine at home or in a restaurant, but nothing compares to seeing the vineyards that produce a certain type of wine and understanding the process of turning grapes into the final beverage. The grapes, the land and the process are different from place to place, that's why we have such a large sortiment of wines available in every store.

Planning a holiday is quite straightforward. You take a list of attractions, choose those that you want to see and fit them in your schedule. Then you search for some nice restaurants, bars, coffee shops and that's it. When you are too lazy to discover things yourself, you take a sightseeing bus, lean back and listen to the audio guide.

By limiting yourself to the traditional tourism however, you may miss things. You won't see how locals are spending their time and how they are enjoying their cities. Here are a few ideas of alternative activities once you get in a foreign city.

Travelling usually means spending a lot of money, but it may be also a good opportunity to save some cash by finding deals that are normally not available at home. Most cities are expensive if you only hang out around tourist destinations, but try to find out how locals live and where they buy there stuff. Garage sales, bargains, flea markets or even fairs are not something you find in tourist guides.

A garage sale is a way for individuals to sell things they don't need or don't want anymore, so they put their belongings in front of their houses and everyone can come and buy for very low prices. It’s a good way for people to make some money out of things they may otherwise throw away, often by having to pay high prices for transportation. Garage sales are not usually advertised in the media, but you may find them out from the announcements posted by organizers on their houses.

You may think that travel is reserved only to people with some money. Money make of course a difference and determine if you can get to one place or another, but you can always travel with very little money! This means of course that you can't be very picky, but travelling on a budget allows you to see things from a different point of view and very often to meet interesting people and have lots of fun.

Accommodation

The hotel is likely to bring you the most expensive bill during a holiday, so here is the best opportunity to save some money. Couch surfing is one of the best solution for a smart budget. You can easily find people that are happy to host you in their home for little or no money. They are usually looking to meet new friends and to experience new cultures. Check out the places you want to go on www.couchsurfing.com and search for reviews about people that offer accommodation in this way. This is the best option for young travellers, as you will make tons of new friends and will have a lot of fun.

A day starts better with a beer, a friend used to say. Even if beer and work don't usually mix well, any beer lover should visit at least once a famous brewery. We say at least once because the second, third and all further visits will definitely come after the first. What can be tastier than fresh beer and some good food? Have a look at our selection of breweries and mark the date for your next holiday to one of them!

Erding Brewery is located in the town of Erding, 35km North East of Munich, Germany. This is probably the world's largest wheat beer brewery and nine different types of beer are brewed here. This is the home of the famous white Erdinger beer. It is internationally known and the locals are of course very proud.

Each city has its own nice buildings, but some cities simply stand out of the crowd. We have chosen today Barcelona, Vienna and Valencia, three European cities that are proud to host some of the most beautiful architectural wonders.

When thinking of famous architectural buildings, Gaudí comes for sure to your mind. He designed many famous buildings in Barcelona, leaving his unmistakable fingerprint on this city.