The capital lights up at Christmas and becomes a city of markets, writes Alkimos Sartoros.

After a visit to the Arctic home of Santa and his elves, Bev Wood is now a believer.

Uncovering forebears dashes dreams of nobility for Simon Dallow.

Three memorials have been planned for Yasmine Ryan, a Kiwi journalist working in Istanbul.

The locals are too scared to even speak this town's name.

Albert Stumma finds spectacular sights in Portugal's second city.

History is alive and thriving in two Lombardy centres, writes Leanne Rinne.

Homes across the country were recognised for their excellence.

Nicholas Jones gets an exclusive taste of Belgian hospitality.

Blackmore Farm's host serves piping hot pies with lashings of history, writes Anna Leask.

A German truck driver left a trail of destruction while dragging a massive Christmas tree.

There are 6000 Greek islands, some known more than others, writes Jane Jurgens.

Exploring Slovenia by paddleboard gives visitors a unique perspective.

A short cruise is a perfect introduction to the Greek islands.

A huge tapestry, 10 years in the making, tells the story of New Ross, writes Diana Plater.

Jane Jurgens picks the best of the continent's fabulous trails.

A roadblock leads Jim Eagles to an antiques fair.

Fears that disease could spread to Europe, America via plane travel as Ebola did in 2014.

After a possible "accident" at a nuclear facility in Russia or Kazakhstan.

New book plots history of 10 Great War memorials and their soldiers.

A group tour is one of the easiest ways to maximise your time and experiences.

Justine Tyerman indulges at a historic Swiss celebrity haunt that's been newly-restored.

Estelle Sarney is introduced to the noble stallions at the Spanish Riding Centre.

There is plenty to tempt tastebuds on the Iberian Peninsula, writes Frances Cook.

John Bishop takes a slow boat through the historic heart of Europe.

Village life in a less-travelled part of southern France is enchanting.

Estelle Sarney and Grant Bradley check in to Chic&basic Ramblas in Barcelona.

BMW, Daimler and VW have teamed up with Ford to make the highway a reality.

Justine Tyerman discovers the history of a Swiss hotel that's one of of Europe's oldest.

Every day of his river cruise from Avignon to Lyon was a highlight, writes David Libeau.