Turkey is one of our most popular holiday destinations during the summer months, with it's beautiful beaches and unrivalled sunny weather attracting hoards of holiday makers. However, there are so many things about this spectacular country that we don't know. So, let us introduce to you the real Turkey and it's truly enchanting heritage...

Oh yes, when it comes to shopping and bargain hunting in Turkey, there are fewer places so spectacular as the great Grand Bazaar market! With a wealth of traditional Turkish trinkets, furniture, and food, it's a great place for gifts or simply just to treat yourself, and to get you in the bargain-hunting mood, here are 20 things that are on offer. 

Natalie from the popular baking blog Hello Cuppies is no stranger to the Italian lifestyle. She took a break to the dazzlingly beautiful island of Sicily, but now she has opted for a more rural escape and took to the rolling hills of Tuscany. The commune of Altopascio in the province of Lucca offers a highly desirable getaway, with striking scenery and a cultural history dating as far back as the ancient Romans. In fact, it gained popularity because of the hostel Spedale where pilgrims stayed, who travelled on the Via Francigena, a pilgrimage starting in the English cathedral city and leading to Rome. But, today it has slowly become an ideal place for an escape to the rural Italian countryside. Natalie gives her tips for an exciting villa escape...

Sorrento is a quintessential town on the southwest coast of Italy epitomising that desirable, laid-back, southern Italian culture. Perched on cliffs above glamorous marinas, the town is laced with cobblestone streets and peppered with orange and lemon trees. And if that isn't reason enough alone, here are 7 other excuses to visit beautiful Sorrento straight away...

We've heard through the grapevine that Sicily is great for vineyard-hopping...

Two of the most well-loved areas of Italy are Sicily and Sardinia, both excellent representations of the wonders to be found there and yet both offering a different flavour. Luckily, we know these two Italian siblings well, so sit back as we present the two most scintillating of sisters: Sicily and Sardinia.

When we think of holidays on the Amalfi Coast we picture colourful little buildings scattered across clifftops, driving on the winding roads along the coastline and indulging in gorgeous Italian foods in quaint local restaurants. It’s all of that and more… but here are some things that you may not know about the Amalfi Coast.

Italy holidays are rivalled by few in their authenticity and charm. From the rolling green hills of Umbria to the iconic and historical jewels of Rome, this beautiful and diverse country has something to offer everyone. Whether you want to relax on the sun-kissed sands of Sardinia or wander the quintessential streets of Florence, here are 10 magical photos that will make you want to holiday in Italy and experience la bella vita - the beautiful life...

Got your eye on Italy? Join the club. Idyllic Italy is renowned for its natural beauty and plethora of cultural and historic landmarks. In fact, Italy boasts more world heritage sites than any other country in the world, making up 5% of UNESCO's global list alone. From world-class cities to epic mountains and volcanoes, we've scoured the length and breadth of Italy to bring you the 10 most beautiful Italian UNESCO sites. 

Raise your glass to the skies at one of these top rooftop bars in Valencia.