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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.

Swap desert heat for Rif powder on this long-weekend escape that mixes half-day ski or snowboard sessions in the Talassemtane back-country with mint-tea strolls through indigo alleys and fire-warmed cabin evenings outside Chefchaouen.

Spin along quiet paved lanes through the Rif foothills, passing terraced farms, pine forests and limestone gorges before resting each night in the famous blue-washed medina. Expect sweeping vistas, friendly villages and the scent of fresh mint tea at every turn.

Discover Chefchaouen’s iconic cobalt lanes, 15th-century kasbah, and Andalusian-Moroccan fusions on foot, then contrast them with sleek contemporary riad restorations and panoramic rooftop viewpoints.

Spend three electric nights in Chefchaouen’s cobalt medina, hopping between panoramic rooftop bars, live-music lounges, and late-night clubs tucked into ancient riads. Dance under the stars, sip Moroccan craft cocktails, and let the blue city glow all night long.

Unwind in Morocco’s sapphire medina with private rooftop shopping, argan-oil spa rituals, and curated gourmet experiences in the Rif foothills.

Three unplugged days around Chefchaouen camping under cedar stars, tracking boar and Barbary macaque in Talassemtane, and waking to birdsong in hidden valleys.

Wind through the Rif Mountains’ olive groves, cedar forests and ochre hamlets on quiet country lanes, stopping whenever the light hits the peaks just right, then finish each day in the photogenic blue alleys of Chefchaouen.

Spend three compact days hunting murals, sipping third-wave coffee and discovering tucked-away plazas inside Morocco’s sapphire-blue medina. Between gallery-hopping and sunset rooftop hangs, you’ll capture the city’s modern creative pulse without ever straying far from the cobalt alleys.

Lose yourselves in the dreamy cobalt lanes of Chefchaouen next month, sharing sunset panoramas from the Spanish Mosque, lingering over candlelit Moroccan dinners, and discovering hidden rooftop terraces with sweeping Rif Mountain views—an intimate, slow-paced retreat for two.

Three colorful days in Chefchaouen packed with kid-friendly museums, playful parks, gentle waterfall hikes, and hands-on craft workshops that will keep the whole family smiling.

Spend five immersive days in and around Chefchaouen exploring Rif mountain kasbahs, centuries-old medersas and museums, plus the Roman ruins of Volubilis. Wander cobalt streets with local guides, sample regional cuisine and meet artisans to understand the layered history of northern Morocco.

Spend three delicious days in Morocco’s sapphire city, grazing on sizzling street snacks in the medina, discovering secret rooftop cafés, and finishing with refined Riffian-Moroccan fusion under the stars. From honey-drenched sfenj to slow-cooked goat tagines, every bite is framed by Chefchaouen’s iconic blue walls and mountain air.

Swap Chefchaouen’s mountain calm for the nearby Mediterranean coast on a relaxed three-day beach break of sunbathing, gentle swims and scenic seaside walks between fishing villages.

Tackle the jagged Rif Mountains on a two-day hut-to-hut adventure that starts in Chefchaouen’s famous blue medina and climbs to the 2 126 m summit of Jebel Lakraa. Expect steep forested switchbacks, knife-edge ridges with sweeping views over the medina and distant Mediterranean, and starry bivouacs in a remote mountain refuge.

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.