City Breaks

The Spirit of Baltimore

Who believes whisky is a typical European or Japanese product, while Bourbon is "Made in USA", is mistaken. The proof: Beyond the Big Pond, young distilleries are pushing onto the local market to polish up whisky's dusty image. Like the microbreweries that have sprung up all over Europe like mushrooms in the past decade, the New World is now experiencing a similar phenomenon: Distilleries such as Sagamore, Rabbit Hole, or Traverse City have taken it upon themselves to breathe new life into whisky.

Manchester — Football Capital with Heart and Charm

Despite the still present, encrusted traces of its industrial past, the English city of Manchester has much more to offer than just football. Simply mentioning the name Manchester automatically brings football to mind for many. However, the 550,000-soul community in the northwest of England has much more to offer than just the fascination for the round object that must go into the net.

Welcome to Rotterdam!

Since 27th October, Luxembourg-Findel Airport has been offering five flights per week to Rotterdam. This connection to the diverse, second-largest city in the Netherlands is provided by Luxair. On 14th May 1940, a hail of bombs descends upon Rotterdam. The port city burns brightly until dawn.

Aigues-Mortes: A Town in the Sign of Salt

White horses, bulls, and flamingos. Salt gardens with pink water that perfectly blends with the flawless blue of the sky. A town spoiled with 300 sunny days a year — in the Gard department, just 1.5 hours from Marseille. Welcome to Aigues-Mortes, in the heart of the Camargue. A Fortified Mediev...

Culture, Culinary Delights and Charm

Where Europe and the Balkans meet lies Ljubljana, a city with a long history: from a simple Paleolithic dwelling to a Roman town, from the medieval capital of Krain to the capital of present-day Slovenia.Ljubljana is a modern city that offers everything a tourist desires: museums and galleries, hist...

Pescara, Gateway to the Abruzzo Region

On the Italian Adriatic coast, Pescara and its region offer a unique holiday experience. Discover the misunderstood yet fascinating Abruzzo region with pristine sandy beaches, steep mountains, historic villages, and delicious cuisine.

An Ode to the Merchant’s Harbour

The coolest city in Europe — Welcome to Copenhagen, where magnificent castles meet ultra-modern architecture. An ode to the Northern European port city with incredible diversity: an autonomous hippie commune, a ski slope on a waste incineration plant, a beach with a view of Sweden, royal palaces, and the world's best restaurants.

Granada, My Love

Admittedly, I was somewhat skeptical whether the Alhambra would truly captivate me. Granada welcomes me with the best spring weather, and the reception at the hotel is equally charming. The Alhambra Palace impresses with a stunning location on a hill, within walking distance of the Alhambra, featuring beautiful rooms, old wooden floors, and renovated chambers.

Barcelona, Pioneer of Slow Life

Did you know that Barcelona is considered the best city in the world? Discover more about Barcelona's transformation into an eco-travel destination and explore the city from a whole new angle!

Cognac, a City and Its Treasures

The Trebbiano grapes flourish in the sun-soaked soils of the Charente, where Cognac is crafted in copper stills and aged in oak barrels. Explore the city of Cognac, rich in history and culture.

Vienna — A City Full of Secrets and Wonders

I would love to spend a weekend in Vienna every month, admiring all the architectural wonders, enjoying all the delicacies, and exploring all the secrets of the Danube metropolis. Because new ones are added every year. It's hard to stop being amazed. Once you've visited all the major sights of Vi...