Europe

Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Rome Hotel, Italy

Anantara Hotels & Resorts

Our Top Picks

Recommendations for destinations, experiences and cruises straight from our knowledgeable advisors.

For The Historians

Villa del Balbianello, Lake Como - recommended by Alex McManus

The scenery and villa itself are not to be missed during a trip to Lake Como. Take a tour and learn the storied history of this 18th century villa, it’s craftsmanship, artistic collections and past owners. Relive famous film scenes from 007: Casino Royale and Star Wars: Attack of the Clones, before stopping for a sunset spritz at the nearby Grand Hotel Tremezzo.

Grand Hotel Tremezzo, Italy

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For The Friends

Provence, France - recommended by Louise Crane

Road trip around the picturesque landscape of Southern France with an exploration through Provence. Stay in bigger central towns like Avignon, Marselle and Aix and use these as a base to explore the surrounding charming towns and communes – Gordes, Roussillon, L’Isle sur la Sorgue and St-Remy-de-Provence are not to be missed! Gorgeous people, gorgeous food, gorgeous markets, gorgeous architecture, this is an idyllic journey for friends to embark on together.

Le Grand Jardin Cannes, France

The Set

For The Couples

Hvar, Croatia - recommended by Joanne Bailey

Explore charming cobblestone streets, hilltop fortresses and lavender fields arm-in-arm with your other half. By night, enjoy chic beach clubs or relax while dining on the waterfront of Hvar’s stunning beaches, with a glass of local wine in hand. This destination is the perfect blend of culture, natural beauty and quiet luxury.

Hvar, Croatia

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For The Romantics

Andronis Arcadia, Santorini - recommended by Anna Hamilton

Santorini is a destination popular for its spectacular scenery and vibrancy and Andronis is no exception. A stunning 5-star traditionally inspired caldera hotel on the island, it’s elegant, serene and boasts Oia’s most breathtaking sunset. A private pool looking over the Aegean appoints each suite and villa, and exceptional service and dining ensures this romantic escape will be one to remember.

Andronis Arcadia, Greece

Andronis

Discover Europe

This is a continent where every path leads to discovery, from the sun-drenched shores of the Cyclades to the icy fjords of Norway, the rolling vineyards of Bordeaux to the energetic sprawl of London. Europe is a continent that captivates, surprises and rewards every kind of traveller.

One day you’re strolling through Renaissance masterpieces in Florence, the next you’re gliding down the Danube past storybook castles and terraced hillsides or grazing late-night bites in the backstreets of Barcelona.

Viking Gymir, Cologne, Germany

Viking

Yet, Europe’s magic lies beyond its icons. Lose yourself in the fairytale lakes and forests of Slovenia, trace the dramatic cliffs of Ireland’s wild coastline or find stillness in a hidden alpine hamlet in Austria.

Discover the pulse of modern cities where the old and new collide in buzzing galleries celebrating history and modern artistry, where neighbourhood bistros serve cutting-edge cuisine and the paved streets and coloured buildings come alive with music and conversation.

Whether you’re seeking a romantic escape along the Amalfi Coast, a multi-generational cultural journey through ancient ruins and medieval towns or a slow-going cruise through the Mediterranean, Europe delivers moments that feel extraordinary. Let Europe be more than a destination, let it be your next great story.