Beat the crowds and enjoy a more authentic experience on your city break in Carcassonne, France's second most visited city after Paris

It's the small things that make me come back again and again to Paris like the picture-perfect jazz vinyl store on the corner, the friendly, knowledgeable staff in the natural wine store or the perfect espresso standing at the bar in a crowded café.

Exploring the hidden treasures of the outer neighbourhoods in Rome - ancient ruins, a unique architectural experience and art museums without any queues. Also featured: a superb & central hotel and the best Carbonara in the city...

Everything you want in a city break: world-class museums & galleries, beautiful buildings, river walks and incredible food & wine

Think wintry strolls along picturesque canals followed by hot chocolate in cosy cafés or sipping mulled wine & munching on roast chestnuts

Lucca has everything you expect from Tuscany: grand piazzas, tiny squares, beautiful churches, terracotta-coloured buildings& narrow streets

Bologna is a vibrant university town of magnificent squares, incredible food, world-class public sculpture & majestic buildings

The art, food, culture and landscape of Mantua - one of Italy's most beautiful cities

What can I say? Amazing food, stunning landscapes, hospitable people and world-class art & architecture

London is the city that leaves you wanting more. There is always something new to discover and no two trips are ever the same.

Bicycles, charming neighbourhoods, canal cruises, wine bars, hipster cafés, world-class art: just some of the things on offer...

A designated World Heritage site, Bordeaux is a beautifully elegant city with majestic buildings, and fantastic wine bars and restaurants.

The medieval city of Montpellier is the perfect spot for a weekend break: elegant & laid-back with loads of great places to eat & drink

Vast, noisy and charismatic; a feast for the senses & the soul - Rome is the essence of all the good things in life. There's nowhere like it