Europe Action & adventure, Autumn, Island & reefs + Lighthouse pictures

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Its gondolas and golden spires have been seducing visitors for centuries. Fall in love with Venice and you’ll be faithful for life.

From skiing and tubing to hiking, climbing and sailing, the wild mountainous scenery of this alpine resort town offers a variety of summer and winter pursuits.

Take a tour of the museum and admire the architecture of the convent and lighthouse on the Land’s End of Europe.

Picture sandy beaches backed by whitewashed homes rising up hillsides from small busy ports. Bright blue sky meets deep blue ocean, resulting in scenic beauty.   

Appreciate the cultural transformation this waterfront city has undergone, with the World War II-damaged center now home to fashionable restaurants and maritime attractions.

Tour a fascinating collection of Scottish islands to marvel at dramatic landscapes, explore ancient historical sites and see memorable wildlife.

Mykonos\' charming and lively capital combines the best of modern and traditional Greece.

This cliff-topped village is at the pinnacle of the visual drama of Santorini, with its striking white-and-blue homes, windmills and churches.

Serious skiers come from near and far for the challenging pistes and stay for the crackling vacation atmosphere of this Tyrolean resort. 

Take a tour of the museum and admire the architecture of the convent and lighthouse on the Land’s End of Europe.

Enter a peaceful park full of forests, lakes and long expanses of grass, all within minutes of the city centre.

Picture sandy beaches backed by whitewashed homes rising up hillsides from small busy ports. Bright blue sky meets deep blue ocean, resulting in scenic beauty.   

This cliff-topped village is at the pinnacle of the visual drama of Santorini, with its striking white-and-blue homes, windmills and churches.

Take a break from Munich’s bustling streets among the lakes, meadows and beer gardens of this oasis of calm in the centre of the city.

This town in the mountains of Western Tirol is famous for its long snow season, fun après-ski entertainment and concert performances by big international names. 

Feel energized by the fresh alpine air as you enjoy adventure sports and food festivals amid the natural beauty of the Paznaun Valley. 

Feel energized by the fresh alpine air as you enjoy adventure sports and food festivals amid the natural beauty of the Paznaun Valley. 

This town in the mountains of Western Tirol is famous for its long snow season, fun après-ski entertainment and concert performances by big international names. 

Visitors of all ages will delight in this village’s family-friendly snow fields, outdoor adventures and wellness retreats.