Most Popular Holiday Destinations in Europe 2015

Looking for the best family destinations in Europe? So are we! We are currently planning the upcoming family vacation in Europe and there are so many choices for the top family destinations in Europe that it can be very difficult to decide. Europe is jam packed of fabulous places and attractions and choosing which is best can be mission impossible.

The best family holiday destinations in Europe. If you are planning your own family holiday in Europe or just want some inspiration, you are going to love these nominations for the best places for family holidays destinations in Europe.

2015 is all about holidays destinations in Europe as the pound remains strong against the euro, new travel routes open up more exciting places to add to your bucket list and Brits look to going off the beaten track and exploring lesser-known regions of popular holiday destinations. We've rounded up six of the hottest places to visit in Europe this year.                

                                     
Athens

Athens is considered the cradle of western civilization. Over the years, a multitude of conquerors occupied Athens, and erected unique, splendid monuments a rare historical palimpsest, evident everywhere in the city. The contemporary urban scenery of the sprawling city reflects its exciting history, its multi-cultural modern personality as well as the infrastructure and facilities. In other words, Athens is a must destination that combines modern urban innovation with history, culture and natural beauty throughout the year.

Reykjavik, Iceland

Reykjavik may boast a remarkable history it is the site of the world’s first parliament, thought to have been established in 930 AD but the city today holds its past and future in even balance. Its modernism is striking, from the clean lines of its buildings to its experimental music scene to its status as one of the most environmentally conscious cities in the world.

Rome, Italy

There are many museums in Rome to visit. Few of them are Galleria Borghese, Capitoline Museums and the Vatican Museums. Rome has few world famous destinations like the Colosseum and Vatican Musesum attracts 4 million and 4.2 million tourists every year respectively.

Faroe Islands, Denmark

Steeped in Viking legend and touched with a rugged beauty like nowhere else in Europe, the Faroe Islands burst forth from the wild swells of the Norwegian Sea in a medley of snow-dressed cliff tops and chiseled rocks draped in meadows of green, tunneled through with cave systems galore. What’s more, visitors here in March 2015 will be able to witness a total solar eclipse.

5 Best Christmas Holiday Places in Europe

Christmas is coming! The cold outside fits perfectly with a cup of mulled wine and a good story. They say children are the happiest during winter holidays, but let`s face it: deep down the soul a child is always playing hide and seek.  The magic of Christmas holiday lies in small things: candies, toys and other gifts for all your loved ones, frozen noses, warm thoughts and a piece of happiness. If you want to spice up the atmosphere, here are the vibrant Christmas holiday destinations in Europe.

Christmas holiday in Europe is synonym with snow, time-honored traditions, Gothic churches with fabulous choirs, and charming medieval squares brought to life by colorful Christmas stalls. Some cities celebrate Christmas holiday in grand style, others with peculiar customs and yuletide nostalgia aplenty, but some of them are simply at their finest during this time of the year.        

           
Rovaniemi, Lapland

With its otherworldly frosty landscape, brightly-lit Christmas trees and elaborate ice sculptures, there’s no doubt Rovaniemi is the most christmassy holiday place on Earth. And the fact that Santa Claus lives only 8 km away clears up any doubt.

London, Great Britain

London is a perfect "Christmas city", with a lot of decorations, lights, Christmas trees, Christmas markets and ice rinks. Famous British traditions! Start your observation from Trafalgar Square, and you will find there a beautiful Christmas Tree, which is an every year present from Norway, over 20 meters high and 50-60 years old.

Prague, Czech Republic

The names of the city's most attractions Wenceslas Square, Bethlehem Chapel are good indicators of how festive a Prague Christmas is. Even if it's 10 degrees below zero, this 700-year-old medieval city will warm you with its celebrations. Christmas markets, like the one in Old Town Square, are filled with decorated wooden stalls selling hand-made puppets and other toys and gifts.

Krakow, Poland

If you want to make a white Christmas holiday and be surrounded by cultural treasures, you can draw an X on the map near Krakow. Beside the old customs we all know that when it comes to spending Christmas, Poland has a specific tradition, unique and maybe a little bizarre.

Rovaniemi, Finland

You'll definitely find your Christmas spirit in what's widely considered to be Santa's official hometown. Rovaniemi's Santa Claus Village on the Arctic Circle has plenty of snow, ice, elves and boutiques. Here in Lapland, it's also easy to get in touch with nature.