This city combines the cheerful buzz of a university town with the laid-back spirit of the south

Wave hello to laid-back Biarritz. By Mary Novakovich

It's seen as the smaller, more relaxed creative cousin of Krakow, says Mary Novakovich

A city break to savour, says Mary Novakovich

Mary Novakovich on how to spend a weekend away in the alluring French city

To the heart of alpine Austria. By Mary Novakovich

This beautifully preserved medieval city of chocolate, beer and chips goes into overdrive during the festive season, says Mary Novakovich

Get lost in the Red City. By Mary Novakovich

Pop into picture-perfect Paris-on-Sea. By Mary Novakovich

Make Marseille your port of calll. By Mary Novakovich