Your ultimate guide to things to do in Europe

Whether you’re after a splash of luxury or a touch of tradition, you’ll find it at one of the best hotels in Sorrento.

As with lots of European islands, Sardinia offers a beguiling range of holidays and itineraries. There are plenty of accommodation options on the island too.

We’ve searched Santorini for secluded hideaways, laidback villas and luxury boltholes with views that will blow your mind and allow you to unplug far from the madding crowd.

We’ve combed Rhodes to bring you a carefully edited selection of hotels, from boutique bolt-holes in the shadow of Lindos’ acropolis to seriously stylish sea-facing spa resorts.

Mykonos is often dubbed the ‘Greek Ibiza’ because of its chilled-out vibe and party-loving soul, but, frankly, why would you want to imagine yourself anywhere else?

Boutique hotels have been popping up around Valletta at an ever-increasing rate over the past few years, as dilapidated palazzos are one by one restored to their Baroque glory.

Madeira’s hotel scene reflects the many facets of the island, from sleek contemporary ocean-facing beauties to old-school old town spots set in, yep, old schools.

Much like the city itself, Krakow’s accommodation shows off an absorbing history and culture, with hotels and guesthouses set in alluring and sometimes unexpected places.

France offers its guests a dizzying range of accommodation – everything from Alpine lodges and seaside hideaways to chic city hotels and countryside chateaux.

How do you even begin to pick the top hotels in Europe? Impossible, right? But we love a challenge...