Weekend breaks
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The Eternal City may be stuffed with classical treasures, but it also has plenty to intrigue kids – who will love the ready availability of pizza and ice-cream
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It’s a favourite destination for adults, but Barcelona has loads to offer kids, whether they’re into football, science, the seaside or amusement parks
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The city of love – or lights – can also be a delight for children, with special sessions at many cultural attractions and parks with playgrounds, ponds and puppets
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Continuing our series on family-friendly holidays, we head to popular Amsterdam for bikes and boats, pancakes and play parks
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A stubborn desire to make things happen in this great northern city has led to vibrant arts, food and drink scenes. Whether you’re drinking, dancing or dining, the experience will come with genuine Geordie camaraderie
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This floating hotel has river views and a communal spirit, giving work to unemployed locals and inviting guests to relax in ‘living room’ spaces
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Why I love … ‘I used to look for crime fiction novels set in Amsterdam, but ended up writing my own’
Amsterdam’s trading and gin heritage fascinates crime writer Daniel Pembrey, while its canals and Red Light District provide an evocative setting for his books
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Readers had so much to say about our 10 of the best small UK towns for winter breaks article, we’ve put together a new list based on their recommendations
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A one-bedroom, eco-friendly, holiday let on trendy Gloucester Road proves cute and practical enough to ward off any charge of pretentiousness, despite its arty leanings
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Immerse yourself in the outdoors but stay toasty warm at our pick of rustic stays inspired by accommodation in Finland, Lapland and even the Iranian highlands
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With independent art and street food scenes, and clubs and soundsystems bursting with bass, the second city has first-rate cultural credentials – if, like our writer, you know where to look
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Ireland’s ‘rebel city’ is often just a starting point for exploring the rugged west, but with 24 annual festivals, a cracking food scene and great pubs, there are plenty of reasons to linger
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Privately owned, it has hosted rehabbing stars and celebity ravers but, once the crowds go, families can enjoy the remote strangeness of this coastal gem
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A new arts hub in Bellaghy, mid-Ulster, celebrates the life and legacy of the Nobel prize-winning poet, while its rural surroundings offer glimpses of the landscape that inspired him
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A huge student community and a multicultural edge combine with a rich history of innovative art to make Austria’s second city an alluring city break choice
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St Hilda’s Way is a new 40-mile walking trail across the North York moors to Whitby that takes in the churches inspired by the seventh-century saint
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Italy’s food festivals are not just a chance to taste fantastic regional specialities, but also to delve into local culture – and autumn is the time to go
From our correspondent 10 top tips from our London correspondent