Europe

Swap screens for starlight on a 3-day nature retreat around Utrecht. Watch winter waterfowl, pitch your tent in whisper-quiet woods, and explore heathland trails—all within cycling distance of the city.

Spend a relaxed winter day weaving along the rural back-roads east of Utrecht city, pausing at wind-blown polders, historic fortresses and a lakeside nature reserve to capture classic Dutch countryside scenes. The short drives keep you close to the vistas, so you can hop out whenever the light turns golden for postcard-perfect photos.

Cycle the wharf-side lanes, hunt giant murals in the old tram depot, and sip craft beer in re-found industrial spaces on this 3-day urban escape through Utrecht’s underground culture.

Stroll hand-in-hand along Utrecht’s lantern-lit wharf-level cafés, climb the Dom tower for golden-hour views, and share wine beside candlelight in tucked-away cellars—this two-day escape is pure Dutch romance.

Explore Utrecht’s kid-friendly side with interactive museums, indoor play paradises, and short strolls through fairy-tale parks—all reachable by foot or a quick bus ride. Perfect for keeping little ones happy (and warm) during a memorable Dutch winter break.

Spend two full days exploring Utrecht’s layered past: Roman ruins, medieval churches, unique below-street-level wharf cellars, world-class museums and a picturesque canal stroll, all within the compact historic core.

Spend a long weekend in Utrecht snacking your way through historic street markets, ducking into hidden canal-house cafés for specialty coffee, and finishing with a Michelin-starred dinner. The compact city centre keeps every taste stop within an easy stroll along snowy wharves and twink-light bridges.

Escape the city for three serene days of beachcombing, dunes walks and hot-chocolate sunsets on the windswept Dutch coast, with easy train hops from Utrecht and no long drives.

Tackle the only ‘mountain’ trails the Netherlands offers on the Utrechtse Heuvelrug, climbing ancient moraine ridges through frost-laced forests to panoramic watch-tower views—all reachable without long transfers.

Spend three action-packed January days skiing and snowboarding on the slopes of Mali i Gjerë above Gjirokastër, then retreat to a stone-and-pine cabin in the valley for hearty Albanian comfort food and crackling fireplaces. This itinerary mixes high-adrenaline runs, snow-dusted castle views and local hospitality for the perfect winter-sports getaway in southern Albania.

Spin quiet asphalt lanes past UNESCO stone towns, Ottoman bridges and frosted olive groves on this two-wheeled winter escape through southern Albania’s dramatic countryside.

Wander Gjirokastër’s UNESCO-listed quarters where Ottoman stone roofs meet modern Albanian design. From hilltop castles to contemporary galleries and restored bazaars, each stop reveals layers of history carved in limestone and alive with local culture.

Experience Gjirokastër after dark on a two-night winter escape packed with panoramic rooftop cocktails, intimate live-music taverns, and high-energy club nights in the stone-walled Old Town. Between party sessions, warm up with late-night souvlaki and local raki under the glow of Ottoman lanterns.

Indulge in Gjirokastër’s stone-carved elegance with boutique shopping, restorative spa rituals, and private gourmet experiences wrapped in Ottoman-era charm.

Spend four unplugged days camping, tracking roe deer and Balkan chamois, and bird-watching along the drops of the Drino valley. Quiet trails, shepherds’ meadows and star-filled winter skies give you a slow, back-to-nature reset just outside Gjirokastër’s stone city.

Wind through olive groves, mountain passes and Ottoman stone hamlets on empty country lanes, stopping wherever the view demands a photo. This self-drive loop pairs timeless villages, castle panoramas and warm local taverns for an unforgettable winter day behind the wheel.

Spend a long weekend exploring stone-roofed alleyways splashed with vibrant murals, sipping single-origin coffee in tucked-away courtyards, and discovering contemporary Balkan creativity inside Ottoman mansions.

Wander hand-in-hand through UNESCO-listed stone alleys, toast sunsets over the Drino Valley, and linger over intimate dinners by open fires in Albania’s most romantic Ottoman town.

Discover Albania’s stone-city wonder with kids in tow—hands-on museums, castle quests, easy valley walks, and cozy cafés packed into one long weekend.

Spend three immersive days exploring Gjirokastër’s Ottoman citadel, fortified houses-turned-museums, communist memorials and ancient ruins, all wrapped in the quiet magic of a Balkan winter. Wander cobbled lanes lined with snow-dusted stone roofs, meet local artisans and taste mountain comfort-food while history whispers from every corner of this UNESCO gem.