Spreading out from the historic centre, each of Brussels' neighbourhoods has its own distinct character, from the flea markets of The Marolles to the industrial-chic canalside. By day, the city offers everything you'd expect from a multicultural capital (family-friendly museums, contemporary galleries and well-kept city parks), and by night, trailblazing gastronomy gives way to a never-ending nightlife.

The capital of Poland, Warsaw is known first and foremost for its resilience, often likened to a phoenix rising from the ashes of its, often tumultous, history. The architecture, museums and galleries are as diverse as the cool dining and drinking establishments, while the Wilanów Palace offers a regal outdoor space to relax in. 

A relaxed, cosmopolitan city with an independent spirit, Vilnius is home to a beautiful old town with pretty Baroque buildings, alongside lush green spaces and a dynamic arts scene. If you have time, a day trip to the pretty Trakai Castle Island is a must. 

With three rivers that feed a maze of waterways and canals, Hamburg has been dubbed the "Venice of the north" (with six times as many bridges). The city has its roots in Maritime history, but also in music-making. It was the birthplace of Mendelssohn, the formative city of the Beatles, and recently, the state-of-the-art Elbphilharmonie concert hall has put Hamburg firmly on the map as one of the top cities for live music, as has its hip-hop and jazz club scene.

Spreading out from the historic centre, each of Brussels' neighbourhoods has its own distinct character, from the flea markets of The Marolles to the industrial-chic canalside. By day, the city offers everything you'd expect from a multicultural capital (family-friendly museums, contemporary galleries and well-kept city parks), and by night, trailblazing gastronomy gives way to a never-ending nightlife.