European Christmas markets are a great way to take a break before the fun of the festive season starts and stock up on some presents for loved ones.

Christmas shopping is not always everyone's idea of the best way to spend a weekend, but combining present buying with a trip to Europe can ease the pain. Read more

How many times have you been stuck in a traffic jam or have taken the wrong turning in a country where your grasp of the language is poor and wondered whether you might have been better off taking the train? With a high speed rail network throughout Europe, rail travel has never been easier. we look at some of the options for the more-independent traveller. Read more