Experience the wild and romantic natural power of the Atlantic up close by car along 2600 kilometres of coastline: This is the Wild Atlantic Way on the west coast of Ireland. Being able to experience and feel this little corner of the world at close quarters is breathtaking and definitely one of the highlights of any tour of Ireland. Here are some of the most beautiful places along the Wild Atlantic Way.

On the edge of the Los Alcornocales Natural Park in Andalusia lies the Dehesa Fuente Ymbro - a farm where a family has realised their dream. In addition to cattle breeding and a horse stud, four sisters run a farm here, producing their own cheese, olive oil, sherry and ham. A visit to the farm near Cádiz will immerse you fully in Andalusian country life and the authentic cuisine and hospitality.

White sandy beaches and turquoise-coloured sea, but also majestic mountains: Albania's breathtaking nature is reminiscent of exotic long-haul destinations. This is complemented by culture and architecture from the most diverse periods. The Balkan country, which lies on both the Adriatic and the Ionian Sea, is nevertheless a real insider tip! We reveal why.

The region ‘beyond the Tejo’, which stretches south from Lisbon to the Algarve, offers a place to take a deep breath with its vast, sparsely populated landscapes and deserted beaches, the likes of which you won't find anywhere else in Portugal. Beautiful villages - in fact the most beautiful in the whole country - as well as honest, varied cuisine and typical boutique accommodation also await travellers on their round trip.

There are many reasons to travel to Iceland in winter. Even though the days are short and the temperatures are low, from November to April you can experience Iceland from its particularly magical and peaceful side and have the best chance of seeing the Northern Lights. Here are more reasons why Iceland is a wonderful winter destination for us.