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You can try dog sledding in Sweden

A guide to enjoying winter in Northern Europe

Although you might be tempted to snuggle up next to an open fire as soon as the weather gets cold and the nights start to draw in, you'll be missing out on some amazing opportunities to get active in some beautiful locations.

Tyrol is a top choice for winter walking

Where are the best snowy terrains for walking holidays in Europe?

Winter breaks don't always have to be about skiing or snowboarding, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy the snowy landscapes in a more sedate manner. If winter walking sounds like your kind of thing, here are a few suggestions about where you can go.

Try cross country skiing for an unusual winter holiday

Popular destinations for cross country skiing for beginners

If you are searching for a winter activity holiday with a difference, why not take a look at what cross country skiing in Europe has to offer? The sport will allow you to get away from packed resorts and explore some of the continent's most beautiful scenery.

Salzburg is packed with history and culture

Top things to see and do in Salzburg

If you are thinking about booking holiday chalets and apartments in Austria for your next break, you may well be planning to stay in Vienna. However, before making a final decision, make sure you take a look at what Salzburg has to offer.

Picking the right resort is the key to a good ski holiday

Top points to consider when choosing your ski holiday destination

A winter sports holiday should be the highlight of your year, but it can be difficult to decide which of the many ski resorts available to book your break in. There are a whole host of things to consider before making your choice, so it is worth doing some research.

Historic Vienna will soon be home a new hotel

Park Hyatt Vienna luxury hotel to open in 2013

Plans for a 143-room luxury hotel in the world-famous Innere Stadt district of Vienna have been unveiled today by the Hyatt Hotels Corporation. Park Hyatt Vienna is slated to open in 2012 and is being created within a historic building, bringing the Park Hyatt luxury brand to an exciting new premier location in one of Europe’s cultural destinations.

One of Europe's fine salads

Feature: Western European gastronomic delights

With a reputation for producing world class food, Western Europe is the place to be for dining in style. From the sophisticated eateries of France to the open air cafes of Germany, there is a vast range of restaurants to suit all palates.

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Top five luxurious things to do in Florence

Top five luxurious things to do in Florence

Italy is synonymous with luxury and where better for a luxurious city break than the Renaissance city of Florence? Here are some of our top five luxurious activities to do in the city, from gourmet eating, to opera in the Gardens of Boboli and Italian leather glove shopping.

Scandinavian chic in the heart of Palma de Mallorca

Hotel Tres, Palma de Mallorca

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