Barcelona is one of the most popular destinations for a short break and many travellers will revisit time and time again. No wonder, the city is filled with incredible sights that are impossible to get bored of. The culture, architecture, and arts are in a league of their own, but it would be a shame not to spend plenty of time at the dinner table as well.

My wife Cindy and I run our own consulting business, and over the past 20 years, we’ve been lucky enough to have traveled the world over, for business and pleasure. But as much as we love traveling, the best part is coming home to Chicago.

More and more visitors to New York are making a trek across the Hudson river to check out Brooklyn’s happening scene. Hipsters head to Williamsburg for craft cocktails and vintage shopping, while families enjoy Brooklyn’s spacious parks, beaches and outdoor food markets.

If you act quickly, you can still book your perfect holiday abroad this autumn. Here are our best European picks that offer something for the whole family.

Carola Förnäs has lived in California for six years and is currently based in Hollywood Hills, Los Angeles. “I love LA,” says Carola, who previously lived in San Francisco. “People here are super friendly and always willing to help, whether you’re lost or just want to have a chat with someone.” 

Thailand is gradually reopening for international travellers. In Phuket a "Sandbox" model is now in place and enables fully vaccinated tourists to visit the city without quarantining. The scheme has clear guidelines for visitors to follow before and during their stay.

Had your fill of Moomins, Sibelius and the Rock Church? Just a few steps north from the Helsinki city centre you will find something a bit more urban and youthful. Explore the areas where Helsinki locals have fun.

Madrid is one of the best locations in Europe to spend a couple of days if you are a culture buff, a gourmand, or a bit of both. Here are our tips for a minibreak that feeds your soul as well as your body.

City breaks are often thought to be a very adult way to holiday. However, in the Scandinavian capitals of Stockholm, Oslo, and Copenhagen you will find plenty of things that delight children and parents equally. Here are some of the best spots to visit with the whole family.

The Baltic capitals of Tallinn, Riga, and Vilnius have become firm favorites among trendsetters across Europe. This season they are all packed full of fresh things to do - and eat. Choose one city to explore or tour all three with our tips in mind.

Malaga and Alicante draw travellers in with great weather all year round. Many see Spain as their second home and keep returning year after year, visiting their favourite beaches, restaurants, and shops. If you however feel like you would like to see something new this time, check out all that is fresh around these sunny destinations this year.

Many come to Miami for the sun and surf – or the great food and drinks scene. But if you are someone that gets equally excited about art, design and fashion Miami has lots to offer, from the well-known Art Deco sights to the latest in contemporary arts.

Phuket is the place to be to when you want to be in awe of nature and spirituality alike. Split your time in this luscious part of Thailand between nature activities and ancient holy sites. With a bit of planning and some insider tips, you might even find yourself escaping the crowds.

The bustle and noise of Bangkok is exciting, but every now and then you might want to escape it for an hour or two. Visit the luscious green spaces or take a breather in one of the quieter corners of the city. After some recuperation you will be ready to embrace hectic urban life again.

Ruska is a Finnish word describing the amazing colors taking over nature in the autumn. In Lapland ruska is at its most vibrant around September and October and the explosion of yellows, oranges and reds is most definitely worth seeing with your own eyes. If planning for an outdoor adventure the mildish weather and lack of mosquitos also makes autumn an ideal time to visit Lapland.

Feeling the itch to escape the routines of home life? Thinking of working remotely somewhere in Europe? We picked some of our favorite remote work destinations and help you choose between them. Now pack your laptop, book your flights, and make sure you have some time for days off and fun activities in your work schedule. It is time to make the most of your working "holiday".

Are you looking for something more than a nice hotel and a spot of sightseeing? In Croatia it is easy to enjoy the interesting culture, history, and scenery - as well as make time for new and unique experiences. Maybe you would like to try luxurious outdoor accommodation, test the seas on a sailing boat or get to grips with the local food culture. Croatia is a Mediterranean treasure trove full of feel-good experiences.

Portugal is well known for its vibrant city life and popular beaches. This trendy corner of Europe does however also offer quieter locations especially suitable for those looking for something to feast their eyes on. Visit some of the traditional towns or hike out to see what the areas unique nature has to offer. Make sure to bring your camera, since the area is rich with picturesque village scenes and marine life.

Picking up a car at the airport and hitting the open road is the ideal way to get off the beaten track and see parts of the world that you’d usually miss on a short holiday. Whether you want to drive through majestic mountains or follow winding coastal roads, a road trip is a brilliant and safe way to see it all. From epic routes through Scotland to easy to follow drives around Iceland, these are Europe’s best road trips.

Europe is home to some of the best cities in the world for cyclists. With fresh air and exercise both high on travelers’ agendas, time spent in the saddle is a great option this summer. Whether it’s a two-wheeled adventure that takes in Copenhagen and Malmo on the same trip, or a spin around the quiet streets of Ljubljana, these are Europe’s best cycling cities.

From rocky mountains to placid lakes, quiet country lanes to woodland hiking trails, Italy is the ideal destination for outdoor adventure. As travel restrictions ease and routes open up, these are our pick of Italy’s ultimate outdoor experiences. Best of all, each one is within easy reach of a Finnair destination, meaning your dream trip is closer than you think.

With its bustling and colorful markets, laid back bars and late night restaurants, Spain is the ideal destination for travelers who love to eat. Whether it’s churros for breakfast in Malaga or traditional Mallorcan tapas in Palma, these are the places to check out this summer.

Greece is getting set to welcome back tourists. While that means the likes of Crete, Corfu and Rhodes will likely see thousands of excited visitors return to its shores, for more adventurous travelers it offers the chance to check out some of the country's best unexplored islands.

France is full of underexplored gems, ripe for anyone keen to get back on the road and enjoy some time among some of Europe’s most beautiful landscapes. From quiet vineyards to mountain passes, former railways tracks turned bike lanes to distant mountains, these are the best isolated escapes in France.

The UK is home to some beautiful outdoor spaces, from the majestic Lake District to the sandy coves and towering cliffs of Cornwall. But while these places are undoubtedly stunning, they can also get extremely busy during spring and summer.

Germany’s culturally diverse and thriving cities have long been ideal for a quick break. But as restrictions ease and flight connections ramp up, today’s travelers are keen to get away from the crowds, breathe fresh air and get lost in nature.

Now is a great time to plan an escape to some of the best places to visit in Norway. Whether it’s kayaking deep within the Bergen fjords, scaling mountains or visiting Oslo to indulge in a floating sauna, these are the Norwegian countryside escapes you need to book now.

With travel limited, getting up close to Finland’s beautiful countryside and everything that it has to offer has been a bit challenging. So for those desperate to get a taste of the country and feel as if they’re right there, social media has been very helpful.

Tampere will host Uuden Musiikin Kilpailu (UMK) 2021 on February 20, when seven songs will compete to be Finland’s entry for Eurovision 2021. Last year’s UMK winner, Looking Back by Aksel Kankaanranta, was unable to compete in the Eurovision Song Contest as the event was cancelled due to the Covid–19 pandemic.

From the Northern Lights dancing across winter skies above Lapland to the hundreds of islands and sandy beaches of Helsinki’s archipelago, Finland is rich in natural wonders. But for those who like to experience the truly unique wonders of the natural world there’s even more to explore, including some natural phenomena you simply can’t find anywhere else.

For many, a spa holiday is not the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about Lithuania, but did you know that Lithuania has an excellent spa town? Druskininkai is in the southern part of Lithuania, about 120 km from Vilnius. The name of the city comes from the Lithuanian word ‘druska’, which means salt. Local sources are rich in minerals and their healing effects have been known for centuries.

Louis Poulsen, Normann Copenhagen, Ferm Living, HAY…. Denmark is widely known for its sleek design, and Copenhagen is a dream destination for interior design enthusiasts. Besides checking out the large Danish design houses, you can make more affordable finds in small boutiques by local artisans and lesser-known designers.

Catching a glimpse of aurora borealis is one of the great travel experiences Northern Europe has to offer. But contrary to popular belief, the middle of winter isn’t the best time of year to see them. In fact, booking a northern lights holiday for autumn instead is the best way to boost your chances of seeing nature’s greatest lightshow, as well as seeing it in true technicolor.

Ask any San Franciscan what the most important meal of the day is, and they’ll tell you it’s brunch – at least on weekends. San Francisco is a brunch lover’s dream destination.  You could eat at a new brunch restaurant every weekend of the year without having time to visit all of them.

Wondering what to do in Helsinki while on a layover in the city? We’ve got you covered. Make every minute of your brief stay in the Finnish capital count, whether you’ve got six, 12 or 24 hours to play with.

Take a sneak peek inside the world’s first subterranean hotel in China.

From the Baltic Sea to Lapland, a new breed of imaginative accommodations offers a chance to get closer to Finnish nature all the while lodging in comfort.

UN Women’s Safe and Friendly City and Public Spaces Programme is helping Ho Chi Minh City to move towards a city free from sexual harassment with safe mobility for women and girls, setting an excellent precedent for the rest of the country to follow.

This Southeast Asian city-state reveals its green underbelly to those who look in the right places.

Fukuoka, a port city on Japan’s southernmost Kyushu island, burst onto the world’s culinary map in 2014 when Michelin published a guide to the city’s restaurants.