Known as the “Pink City” for its eye-catching terracotta buildings, Toulouse blends history with a laid-back, southern French vibe – and you don’t have to spend a fortune on accommodation, either. Whether you’re exploring the city’s evocative medieval streets, admiring its grand basilicas, or visiting its world-renowned aerospace museums, Toulouse never fails to impress. The…

The heartbeat of the city, Liverpool’s central district is teeming with shops, restaurants and bars – many of which occupy eye-catching Georgian buildings – as well as a smattering of affordable hotels. Perhaps best known as the birthplace of The Beatle’s growth into the biggest band in the world during the 1960s, Liverpool City Centre…

Seville’s Old Town is one of the Spanish city’s most buzzing tourist spots, with hotels aplenty – including this 3-star Casa Alhaja, which we’ve reviewed below. What’s the location like? Set on a narrow, peaceful lane in the heart of Seville’s historic centre, the hotel is a few steps from Seville Cathedral and La Giralda.…

Whether you’re here for Oktoberfest or to explore its mix of historic charm and contemporary trappings, Munich provides plenty of affordable places to stay – including the 2-star Hotel Der Tannenbaum, which we’ve reviewed below. What’s the location like? The hotel is nestled in Munich’s Altstadt-Lehel district, just a 10-minute walk from Marienplatz and Sendlinger…

Travellers to the UK city of Bath have a huge choice of accommodation options to pick from – and for a mid-range option they could do a lot worse than the 3-star Royal Hotel. What’s the location like? Situated directly opposite Bath Spa train station, this is an ideal launchpad into Bath’s myriad of attractions and…

Bustling Brick Lane in East London is home to a huge number of shops and boutiques, including several vintage stores selling everything from retro gems to designer finds. With its quirky boutiques, treasure-filled markets and rails of retro fashion from every era, Brick Lane is a vintage lover’s paradise, Whether you’re hunting for a 1970s…

Set in Spain’s northeastern Catalonia region, the city of Girona attracts large numbers of tourists each year, with visitors catered for by a wide choice of affordable hotels. Perched on the banks of the River Onyar, this alluring coastal city is tailor-made for weekend breaks. Packed with beautiful historical sites and architectural wonders, not to…

Known for its trendy street art, eclectic nightlife and cutting-edge restaurants, the East London district of Shoreditch makes for an ideal base for exploring the capital’s edgier side. A haven for coffee-lovers and creatives, neon-lit Shoreditch buzzes with energy night and day. But don’t be fooled into thinking you need to fork out a small…

Glasgow may not be as celebrated as its Scottish counterpart Edinburgh, but there’s plenty to say for this former industrial city in its modern incarnation, including tons of great things to see and do where the cost isn’t too steep. The port city on the River Clyde in Scotland’s western Lowlands is best known for…