Bologna's twin towers of Garisenda and Asinelli are the city's icons, though right now, you can't climb either of them. This short guide covers the history, the current closure, and what to do instead.

Planning a trip to Paros Island in Greece? Look no further than our comprehensive guide. From stunning beaches and charming villages to ancient landmarks and delicious cuisine, we've got you covered. Discover the top things to see and do on Paros Island, as well as tips on where to stay and how to get around.

Planning to visit Akrotiri in Santorini? Our updated 2026 guide covers tickets, opening hours, how to get there, what to see, whether you need a guide, and why this Bronze Age city is worth your time.

Hvar is not what most people expect, and after six weeks on the island, here's everything worth knowing before you arrive. From the practicalities of getting there to what the island actually costs, where to base yourself and how to find the version of Hvar that suits your travel style, this is your Hvar Travel Guide.

Hvar is so much more than its party reputation, and six weeks on the island taught us exactly what that means. From the limestone lanes of Stari Grad to deserted southern coves, lavender fields, world-class wine and konobas serving the day's catch, here's everything on Hvar actually worth your time.

Taking the ferry from Athens to Paros is half the fun of getting there. This guide covers every option from Piraeus and Rafina, current 2026 prices, how to book, what seat to choose, and everything you need to know once you arrive at Parikia Port.

Planning a trip to Paros in 2026? Discover the best things to do, beaches to visit, where to eat, and our favourite spots across the island.

Explore the best beaches on Paros, including the best spots for swimming, families, beach clubs and windsurfing, plus how to get there, where to stay, and essential travel tips.

Six weeks on Hvar, staying across different towns and budgets, taught us one thing: where you base yourself shapes everything. The wrong town for your travel style will cost you time, money and the kind of mornings you came here for. Here's our honest guide to every hotel, apartment and hostel worth booking on Hvar in 2026.

After four trips and 15+ stays across every valley, from €32 hut bunks to infinity pools above Merano, here's exactly where we'd base ourselves, and where we'd spend or save on accommodation in the Dolomites.

Santorini is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, which means the pressure is on to do it right the first time. We spent five days here, watched sunset from Pyrgos instead of Oia, based ourselves in Imerovigli instead of Fira and found the best meal of our two-month Greek islands trip in a village most visitors never find. Here's everything worth doing, and what to skip.

Oia is one of the most beautiful places in Greece, and one of the most visited. Here's our honest take on whether Oia is still worth it in 2026, how to navigate the crowds and what to actually do once you're there.

Skaros Rock rises from the caldera below Imerovigli, all volcanic drama, ruined fortress walls and sea-blue silence. In 2026, it remains one of the island’s most rewarding short walks, and this guide covers how to hike Skaros Rock, what to expect, when to go, what to avoid, and how to visit safely.

The hike from Fira to Oia is 10.5 kilometres along the caldera rim, past whitewashed villages, blue-domed churches, and volcanic rock, with the Aegean Sea visible below the entire way. Free, open year-round, and one of the best experiences on the island. Here's everything you need to know before you go.

Where you stay in Santorini matters. Choose well, and you’ll wake to caldera views, slow breakfasts on sunlit terraces and evenings that drift from golden hour to candlelit dinners. Choose wrong, and you may find yourself far from the version of the island you came for. Here’s our guide to the best areas and hotels in Santorini.

Paros has some of the most beautiful places to stay in the Cyclades, from sleek design hotels, hilltop villas, and even a restored 19th-century windmill you can actually sleep in. This is our guide to the best hotels, villas and hostels on the island, across every budget and area.

Getting from Athens to Naxos is straightforward once you know the options. Two operators run the ferry route from Piraeus with up to seven daily sailings and prices from €52. Direct flights take 40 minutes but cost considerably more. Here's everything you need to choose the right option for your trip.

Naxos Chora is the Cycladic capital that most visitors pass through on their way to the beaches, and that's exactly why it's worth slowing down for. After countless visits to town, here's everything worth seeing, eating and doing in Chora, from sunrise at the Portara to sunset cocktails above the harbour.

Also known as “little Venice”, charming Vrboska is a must-see for any visitors to Hvar Island. This curated guide to Vrboska includes everything you need to know to enjoy your own, wonderful visit.

Hvar Town is one of the most beautiful places in the Adriatic. After six weeks living here, we know which parts live up to the reputation and which parts to skip entirely. Here's our honest guide to everything worth doing, eating and seeing in Hvar Town in 2026.