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Nestled in the foothills of the Tatra mountains, the resort village of Zakopane will quickly become one of your favourite hideaway destinations. Skiing and snowboarding in winter, hiking and exploring in summer, with cute village markets all year round - what more could you ask for?

Lisbon, the lively capital city of Portugal offers visitors a little bit of everything. And it's almost always sunny. #win. Explore it's hilly cobbled streets, discover it's colourful tiles and tickle your tastebuds with it's local dishes. It's fast becoming one of the most popular cities to visit in Europe, for all the right reasons.

Named after its five tiny villages, the UNESCO-listed Parco Nazionale delle Cinque Terre encompasses some of Italy’s most picturesque and environmentally sensitive coastline. The villages are linked by the 12km Blue Trail, a magnificent, mildly challenging 9km trail. The Blue Trail is just one of a network of footpaths and cycle trails that crisscross the park. If water sports are more your thing, you can hire snorkelling gear and kayaks.

Stylish San Sebastián has the air of an upscale resort, complete with an idyllic location on the shell-shaped Bahía de la Concha. The natural setting – crystalline waters, a flawless beach, green hills on all sides – is captivating, but the city itself has plenty to offer. Head to the buzzing Parte Vieja (Old Quarter) for tempting tapas bars and gourmet restaurants. Or just get your surf gear together and hit the waves.

Wandering the streets of Old Town Split will make you feel as if you have been transported back in time, to when the Romans settled along the shores of Dalmatia. The Old Town is located within the Roman Emperor Diocletian’s Palace and today it is a living museum, alive with locals going about their business, cafes, pumping bars, trendy restaurants and many sights within.

An epic, monumental metropolis, Rome has been in the spotlight for close on 3,000 years. As the showcase centre of the Roman Empire, it was the all-powerful caput mundi (capital of the world). Some 500 years on and its name still exerts a powerful hold. Fortunately, the reality is every bit as enticing as the reputation. With its architectural and artistic treasures, its romantic corners and noisy markets, Rome is a city that knows how to impress.

Founded on the legend of a dragon lurking beneath the fairy-tale Wawel Castle that overlooks the bending river; Krakow is definitely one of those cities that has an air of magic to it. The Old Town has one of the largest medieval market squares in Europe, and churches that soar high above all the other buildings - it is hard not to be impressed.

Get a flavour of Greece, from home. Our expert guide has shared a secret family recipe so you can get a taste of the Mediterranean while we wait for the the doors to the world to be flung back open. Check out our Greek trips and start planning your next holiday: busabout.com/trips/greek-island-hopper

Make Travel Matter | TTC 100 Years

This Earth Day, as we recognise The Travel Corporation’s 100 year anniversary, we want to highlight the amazing Treadright Foundation. Founded by TTC over a decade ago, Treadright has one clear purpose - to Make Travel Matter, ensuring our travels help make a positive impact to People, Planet and Wildlife. Learn more about the projects we support at www.treadright.org

When the doors to the world are flung back open, we look forward to discovering new places, new experiences and making new memories together in a world where people laugh a little louder, smile a little longer and explore a little further. Until then, through #HomeAbout, we'll keep you connected to the stories and experiences we need most so that though you may not be able to travel as usual, we'll do our very best to bring the world to you. Sign up for our weekly newsletter: busabout.com/newsletter

Europe - The World is Waiting

We are living in uncertain times right now, but we want to keep you inspired and show you that there is a world waiting for us on the other side. A world begging to be explored, a world full of beautiful scenery, inspiring people, incredible wildlife and life changing moments. Waiting on the other side is a world full of friendships, laughter and people living a bit bigger, a bit brighter and a bit bolder than they have ever done before. Busabouters, the world is waiting, for all of us.

Keeping it flexible, in other ways

In order to give you as much flexibility as possible on your future travel plans, we have brought forward the release of our new 2021 trips. As an added bonus for sticking with us, we're honouring all discounts you currently have on 2020 trips (up to 15%) and will waive change fees to move your booking over. You can take a look at all 2021 trip dates here: https://www.busabout.com/trips

Ultimate Balkan Adventure

Explore the unexplored in Europe's beautiful Balkans 😍 Hike up to incredible fortresses, taste delicious new exotic cuisines and explore the vibrant nightlife of these offbeat destinations. You'll see towering mountains and soak in all the sunshine you can handle - what are you waiting for?! The Balkans are calling! ☎️ 👉 busabout.com/trips/ultimate-balkan

Alex Dyson - Road to Lollapalooza

Pack 'er up boys! Former Triple J radio host Alex “le ratdog” Dyson is hosting the ultimate Euro-trip on the road to Lollapalooza Festival! Hurry, spots are limited! Start in Paris, explore Amsterdam and Berlin and wrap it up at Lollapalooza. Find out more here 👉 busabout.com/itinerary/travel/travel-europe-with-alex-dyson

Greek Islands

If turquoise waters and golden sand beaches are what you're after, look no further than the Greek Islands 🇬🇷🏖 Wake up to views of white-washed homes and blue water stretching as far as the eye can see, spend your days sunbaking or swimming and when the sun goes down, indulge in fresh seafood before hitting the dance floor with your best moves 🕺 What are you waiting for?! Paradise is calling! 😍

Snapshot Vlog - Budapest

From outdoor spas to ruin bars, Budapest is a city that really has something for everyone 🇭🇺 The city is split in two by the Danube River; on one side is Buda which has stunning architecture and viewpoints including Buda Castle and Fisherman's Bastion and on the other side is Pest, the culural centre of the city, home to the thermal baths and central market hall. With such beautiful buildings, rich history and lively cuture, you definitely won't run out of things to do in this amazing city 🙌

Luang Prabang

Luang Prabang is a mesmerising city in Laos filled with 33 temples, vibrant nightlife and beautiful waterfalls, which means it's no surprise that it's the country's first UNESCO World Heritage Site 🇱🇦 With a wonderful mix of traditional wooden homes and hints of European architecture, plus the genuine hospitality, it's hard not to fall in love with this charming destination 💕

Only in Europe - Italian Adventure

When it comes to breathtaking views, Europe has some gems, and the panoramic scenes from the lookout in Capri are arguably some of the best views you'll see 🇮🇹😍 Where else can you take a chairlift to the summit of Monte Solaro to look out over the island of Capri, the Bay of Naples, the Amalfi Coast and the bluest of blue waters as far as the eye can see?! Only in Europe ✅ 👉 busabout.com/trips/italian-adventure

5 Essential Destinations for Backpackers

Europe is full of iconic bucket list destinations that are not to be missed, but it's also got a bunch of lesser known spots that we reckon are essential spots to tick off too! ✅ There's the beautiful beaches of San Sebastian, the delicious local wines of Bordeaux and the brightly coloured, precariously perched villages of La Spezia - what's not to love?! 😍 If these incredible places aren't already on your travel wishlist, they definitely should be!