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In 2024, visitor numbers to Poland’s Baltic region jumped by 30 per cent.

Better than the Med: Europe’s other great sea remains underrated

Like the Mediterranean, this sea and its eight countries are rich in attractions and culture – but there are far fewer crowds.

  • Brian Johnston
Hotel tragic … we stopped in at the posh Hotel d’Angleterre.

I discovered the key to a perfect (and affordable) city stopover

I felt like a competitor in The Amazing Race. “You have five hours in Copenhagen – go!” But then I did something smart, a move that proved to be very useful.

  • Lee Tulloch
Tórshavn has a population of 20,000 people.

Remote island is now the ultimate bucket-list destination for food

Home to the world’s most remote Michelin-starred restaurant, this town of just 20,000 is a magnet for foodies looking beyond the typical gourmet destinations.

  • Tim Ecott
Frederiksberg is a confident district with its own character.

The new way to see Europe – travelling via the ‘unbucket list’

My plan is simple: ignore the tourist sights and pick a neighbourhood neither too dishevelled nor too wealthy – and do nothing.

  • Brian Johnston
The hubs fit together like Tetris.

At this antisocial hostel, rooms fit together like Tetris blocks

If you’re looking for an affordable stay in one of the world’s most expensive cities, this hostel offers a great price – and solitude.

  • Natasha Bazika
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Folkehuset Absalon is a repurposed church turned community hall.

In one of Europe’s most expensive cities, here’s how to get a great value meal

In a city awash with Michelin-starred restaurants, a traditional form of dining is breaking down barriers between tourists and locals.

  • Natasha Bazika
Majestic landscapes at Pulpit Rock.

Ranked and rated: Which Scandinavian country is the best destination?

Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Iceland or Greenland? We compare the contenders across five categories to help you decide which to visit.

  • Sarah Marshall
Locals describe Aarhus as laid-back, liberal and liveable.

I visited the ‘happiest city in the world’ – here’s what I learnt

“I’m here to find out if Aarhus is the happiest city in the world,” I told the immigration officer. “It is,” she responded, deadpan, before stamping my passport.

  • Greg Dickinson
Sweden, Norway and Denmark consistently top world happiness index lists.

Ten things we’ll never understand about Scandinavia

Denmark, Norway and Sweden get universal praise for their way of life, but some things about Scandinavia strike outsiders as peculiar.

  • Brian Johnston
The cruise ship Viking Star docked at port in Copenhagen.

Port guide: Copenhagen, Denmark

As you approach, your ship dodges wind farms and an island fortress. It isn’t the most scenic approach, but silvery Scandinavian seas add ethereal beauty.

  • Brian Johnston