Classic Europe

What makes Lyon unique?
Lyon is a best kept secret of France. It is located geographically and strategically in central France. It is a gateway to the Alps and popular ski destinations and less than 2 hours ride from Paris by TGV (high speed train). Lyon is also the world capital gastronomy. With Beaujolais nearby, Burgundy to the North and Cote du Rhone to the South, no wonder Lyon has the largest number of Michelin restaurants! Lyon is not only the second largest city in France, but old Lyon is the second largest renaissance area in Europe after Venice.

“Chelsea, Chelsea, Chelsea “ –  that chant will forever play in my head.  It’s pretty catchy and it’s all I heard as I attended my first European Football (or soccer depending where you are) game.  Let me start by saying it was AWESOME!

Lisa Francesca Nand is a London-based travel writer, journalist, presenter, film-maker and our destination expert on London! Read on for the very best on activities, hotels and restaurants from someone that really knows London town.

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Historic, glamourous Paris is a place for foodies, art lovers, and culture fantatics. Read on for a Paris expert's opinion on the best places to dine, sleep and take in the glorious City of Lights.

Venice needs no introduction – the charm of the canals, the art and architecture – but what about the food?

Byline by Kate Bailey is a blogger for Electric Dialogue

New Year's Eve is the biggest party night of the year in the UK, and although there's lots of reasons for celebrating the New Year - out with the old  and in with the new, a fresh start or warding off bad spirits - it's also one of the most widely celebrated occasions in the world.

Byline by Jessica Spiegel, the resident Italophile at BootnAll.com

Travelers' Night In dreamed about Europe for the Holidays this week, and a few lucky tweeps got a taste of Germany from our sponsor, GermanyTourism! Wondering where the best destination for New Years Eve is? How about were travelers do their Christmas shopping? Read on for all the tips and quips about Europe for the Holidays!

Byline by Talya Arditi, editor of The Guide Istanbul

Byline by Jean Evans, European Director of MCI Group