14 Best Holiday Destinations in Europe That I’ll Never Forget
Europe is fantastic! Not just because of the landmarks or the food (though both delivered in spades), but because every city feels like its own story. One moment I was watching the Eiffel Tower sparkle, the next I was wandering cobbled alleys in Bruges with a waffle in hand. If you’re planning your first trip — or your tenth — these are the places that genuinely stuck with me.
✨ 1. Paris, France
Can Paris live up to the hype — absolutely yes and then some.
✨ 2. Rome, Italy
Eating gelato near 2,000-year-old ruins was my kind of time travel.
✨ 3. London, United Kingdom
My hometown so I’m biased - every neighbourhood has its own charm.
✨ 4. Barcelona, Spain
Tapas, beach sunsets, and a cathedral that defies description – what more can you want?
✨ 5. Amsterdam, Netherlands
Every turn brought a postcard-perfect view and a new café to try.
✨ 6. Berlin, Germany
Berlin’s mix of history and modern creativity made it unforgettable.
✨ 7. Istanbul, Turkey
Stunning architecture meets amazing east west cuisine to excite your taste buds.
✨ 8. Prague, Czech Republic
This city glows at night — and yes, the beer is as good as they say.
✨ 9. Vienna, Austria
This city felt like stepping into a royal daydream — elegant and never dull.
✨ 10. Lisbon, Portugal
Hilly Mediterranean paradise for stunning scenery and even more delicious food.
✨ 11. Copenhagen, Denmark
Beautiful city gorgeous vibes – and yes there does appear to be high proportion of quite tall healthy folks!
✨ 12. Edinburgh, Scotland
Foggy mornings in this city made everything feel magical — or haunted if you are in a cobbled side street.
✨ 13. Madrid, Spain
Madrid’s social life was a blur — but its art museums and parks were not forgotten.
✨ 14. Bruges, Belgium
I fell in love with Bruges on a waffle-fuelled walk through its cobbled streets and canalside lanes.
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