The sunny Danish island that’s a poster child for the good life

The island of Samsø offers tranquil walks, biking, birding, distillery and pottery tours, and locally sourced fare – including citrusy ants

Cocktails, sunsets and freshly caught seafood: 27 of the best beach bars and cafes in Europe

From the breezy dunes of Normandy to the dreamy lagoons of the Algarve, our writers choose their favourite places to eat and drink by the sea

'No reservations, no waiter, just great sea views, food and drink': readers’ favourite beach bars in Europe

You share your favourite spots for sand, seafood and sundowners from the Kent coast to the Greek islands Tell us about your favourite railway trip in Europe – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher

Dawn airport drinkers call out Ryanair boss on proposal to ban ‘holiday ritual’

Stansted passengers disagree that stopping airports serving alcohol before early flights will reduce bad behaviour

Gateway to the South Downs: take the train to a picture-perfect village with a cracking pub

The West Sussex village of Amberley, near Arundel, is easy to reach by train and offers great hiking in the national park, castles and a newly reopened pub with a focus on local food

Neighborhood Renaissance: Once Noble La Sanità in Naples is Open for Business Again

After decades in the shadows, the residents of this historic quarter came together to launch local businesses and make the area an attractive proposition once more

‘A Diverse and Convivial Village’: The Urban Eye Candy of Notre-Dame du Mont, Marseille

This buzzy quarter is best enjoyed on one of the many tree-lined terraces, eating gourmet wraps, sipping bio wine and listening to live jazz

Cool bars and friendly vibes: readers’ favourite city neighbourhoods in Europe

These are the less explored corners of Stockholm, Amsterdam, Berlin and Porto that you’ve ‘stumbled into and ended up staying’

'Wheeling through vineyards and chateaux country': an ebike tour of France’s Loire valley

Gentle cycling is the perfect pace to enjoy the region’s sunflower fields and medieval towns – with gourmet food and fine wine along the way

Forget Florence: six of the best towns in Tuscany to escape overtourism

Beyond the Tuscan capital, there are exquisite towns with Medici fortresses, stunning frescoes, Roman amphitheatres – and not a selfie stick in sight

Exploring Italy’s ‘forgotten’ Dolomites: ‘The same massive mountains without the crowds’

Clear waterfalls, mountain meadows and high-altitude refuges are just some of the highlights of this less-visited part of the stunning range

Perfect Padua and a Greek Theatre in Sicily: Readers' Favourite Places in Italy

From cycling in the Cinque Terre to sipping espresso at a secret spot overlooking the Colosseum, here are some of your Italian highlights. Tell us about great beach bars and restaurants in Europe – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher.