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Charm abounds on a weekend in Izmir. (Photo: Getty Images)
Weekend Getaways


WHERE TO WEEKEND: 10 SHORT BREAKS ACROSS EUROPE, THE MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA

By  Will Hawkes

Everyone needs to escape the noise and hassle of the big city once in a while. A
weekend away can clear frazzled minds, create wonderful memories and bring
families together — and it’s all much easier than you might imagine.

Here’s our roundup of the best short-break destinations, taking in everything
from foodie capitals to archaeological wonders.

As always, check for travel restrictions or closures before planning your trip.


ISTANBUL TO IZMIR

Distance: 1 hour 10 minutes by plane

Thanks to its marvelous waterfront promenade (Kordon), lively bazaar, superb
museums and a diverse local cuisine that reflects the city’s rich history, Izmir
might justifiably be called the hidden gem of the eastern Mediterranean.

This designation might also have something to do with the locals’ laid-back
approach to life, but there’s plenty here to excite and delight visitors.


LONDON TO OXFORD

Distance: 45 minutes by train, from London Paddington

Feel like a scholar in Oxford. (Photo: Shutterstock)

Getting into Oxford University might be tough, but getting there from London is
very straightforward and 100 percent worthwhile.

The “City of Dreaming Spires” offers some of the world’s most fascinating
museums, the chance to take a punt (flat-bottomed boat) on the River Isis, and
the majesty of the Bodleian Library, which doubled as Hogwarts Library in the
“Harry Potter” films, among other time-honored delights.


CAPE TOWN TO CAPE WINELANDS

Distance: 1 hour 10 minutes by car

At the heart of South Africa’s wine country (and an easy drive from Cape Town)
the Cape Winelands District — home to towns like Stellenbosch and Franschhoek —
is a natural destination for devotees of the vine.

Add magnificent views, outdoor pursuits and some of the country’s best food to
the mix, and it’s clear that there’s plenty in the area to keep you happily
occupied before you even begin to explore the region’s iconic wine estates, such
as La Motte or Mullineux & Leeu Family Wines.


PARIS TO BORDEAUX

Distance: 2 hours 15 minutes by high-speed train, from Paris Montparnasse

Escape the big city for Bordeaux. (Photo: Getty Images)

You might expect Bordeaux to be paradise for wine-lovers (and it is), but it’s
worth visiting on a jaunt from Paris for other reasons, too.

The beautifully restored city center makes it one of the best French cities for
a walk, a new generation of bistros means the food is as good as the wine, and
kids will love splashing in the Miroir d’Eau, a huge shallow pool located on the
Place de la Bourse by the River Garonne.

Wine lovers should plan a stop at La Cité du Vin (City of Wine), a mix of museum
and world’s fair, featuring over 800 different bottles of wine from 70
countries. Admission includes access to tastings, shuttles that offer tours of
local vineyards, screenings, lectures and workshops.


DUBAI TO RAS AL KHAIMAH

Distance: 1 hour 25 minutes by car

Nestled between the mountains and the azure sea northeast of Dubai, the
northernmost emirate, Ras Al Khaimah, is a relaxed and child-friendly escape.

The UAE’s highest peak, Jebel Jais, is within easy driving distance, there are
beaches on which to unwind and air-conditioned shopping malls galore, and the
nearby desert awaits those who fancy a camel ride or four-wheel-drive safari.


ROME TO FLORENCE

Distance: 1 hour 35 minutes by train

Find a bit of respite in Florence. (Photo: Shutterstock)

There are very few cities that can match Rome for food, culture and
architectural wonder, but Florence is among them.

From world-famous attractions like the Duomo cathedral and the Uffizi museums to
traditional, family-friendly restaurants and local food favorites like bistecca
alla Fiorentina (a huge steak), Florence shines. Don’t forget to shop at a
market or two: From leather to fresh veggies, you’ll find only the finest in
Florence.


MADRID TO VALENCIA

Distance: 1 hour 50 minutes by train

Famous for being the epicenter of paella, Spain’s iconic dish, Valencia is a
city that knows how to live: witness Las Fallas, an annual festival that takes
in fireworks, music and huge, inventive papier-mache structures that must be
seen to be believed.

With a linear park at its heart, Roman and Arabic architecture, and the City of
Arts and Sciences cultural complex, there’s plenty here for the whole family to
enjoy.


BERLIN TO HAMBURG

Distance: 2 hours 25 minutes by train

Stroll along waterways in Hamburg. (Photo: Getty Images)

As one of Europe’s great port cities — and an easy trip from Berlin, Hamburg has
always been open to travelers, from the ships that built the wealth of the
Hanseatic League to the Beatles.

That inheritance still defines the city: Expect multicultural cuisine, a rich
and varied music scene, and experimental art and architecture such as the
Elbphilharmonie, the city’s remarkable new concert hall. All this and hugely
lively nightlife, too.


ATHENS TO COSTA NAVARINO

Distance: 3 hours by car

For luxury amid astounding natural beauty, you won’t do much better than Costa
Navarino. With its golden beaches, verdant hills — replete with olive groves and
vineyards — and diversity of relaxing options, from golf courses to spas, this
is somewhere to genuinely put the pressures of city life behind you.


AMMAN TO PETRA

Distance: 3 hours by car

Petra is among the world’s most breathtaking archaeological sites, with rock-cut
structures that date back to at least the second century B.C.

Once the capital of the Nabataean Kingdom and later annexed to the Roman Empire,
its deep canyons and ancient buildings make it an unforgettable delight for
history lovers of all ages — one that is best savored over a long weekend.


Article Tags:  Athens, Berlin, Bordeaux, Cape Town, Costa Navarino, Dubai,
Florence, France, Germany, Greece, Hamburg, Istanbul, Italy, Izmir, London,
Madrid, Oxford, Paris, Ras Al Khaimah, Rome, South Africa, Spain, Turkey, UAE,
United Kingdom, Valencia


WHERE TO STAY

 * Renaissance Izmir Hotel
 * Courtyard by Marriott Oxford City Centre
 * Moxy Bordeaux
 * The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert
 * Petra Marriott Hotel
 * The Westin Hamburg
 * The Westin Valencia
 * Protea Hotel by Marriott Franschhoek
 * St. Regis Florence
 * The Romanos, a Luxury Collection Resort, Costa Navarino

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