theguardian.com / .theguardian-com-us-travel

Despite its world heritage site status and plethora of tourist attractions, Évora, the capital of the Alentejo region, retains a laidback charm and boasts wonderful food and drink ...

Our writer explores the cliffs, beaches and villages of the Gaeltacht area of Donegal and sees the landscape afresh through the Irish language ...

Laced with hiking trails, the remote Swiss valley of Lower Engadine is the perfect place to reconnect with nature ...

Ditch the skis - these winter breaks are all about stunning mountain scenery, cosy places to stay and fun activities ...

An epic rail trip to Sweden's Arctic north ends with a surreal skiing experience - and waffles for breakfast while sitting out a snowstorm ...

The native woodland of Hoia-Baciu in Romania is a place where the human imagination can run riot. A guided night tour is the perfect way to discover its otherworldly charms ...

A new generation of chefs and distillers are showcasing the Hebridean island's outstanding produce and creating jobs for fellow islanders ...

Set within a volcanic nature reserve, this charmingly repurposed 17th-century farmhouse has all bases covered for a relaxing, rustic microadventure ...

The nostalgic Steel Cotton Rail Trail between Sheffield and Manchester has 14 day-length sections, with walks for urban explorers and summit-bagging hikers alike ...

From Cornwall to the Highlands, here's our pick of new or recently refurbished inns with cosy rooms, enticing menus and country walks from the door ...