One of my favourite parts of travelling is discovering places that don’t always make the front page of the guidebooks. The quiet villages, underrated coastal towns, scenic viewpoints and local restaurants that you stumble across often become the memories you treasure most.
While famous European destinations will always have their magic, there is something exciting about looking beyond the usual hotspots and finding somewhere new to explore.
That’s why I was so excited to take a look at the new Rough Guides Travel Edit: The Most Underrated Places in Europe.
A guide to Europe’s best-kept secrets
The idea behind this book really appealed to me, helping travellers discover destinations that offer incredible experiences without the crowds.
Inside you’ll find inspiration for exploring lesser-known European destinations, from beautiful landscapes and cultural escapes to alternative ideas for places you may not have considered before.
For anyone who loves slow travel, scenic road trips, authentic food experiences or finding those “how have I never heard of this place?” moments, this feels like the perfect book to spark your next adventure.
I love having a physical travel guide to flick through when planning trips. There is something about sitting down with a coffee, bookmarking pages to find new destinations.
Also included: Rough Guides Travel Edit: Solo Travel
Alongside the underrated destinations guide, Rough Guides have also created Travel Edit: Solo Travel, a book designed to inspire and support travellers wanting to explore independently.
Whether you’re planning your first solo adventure, a weekend away on your own, or simply looking for confidence and inspiration to travel more independently, it covers practical advice, safety, planning and different styles of solo travel.
I love that travel doesn’t have to look one particular way. It can be a family adventure, a couples’ escape, a solo journey, a city break or a quiet retreat and these books celebrate that curiosity to explore.
Giveaway: Win Rough Guides The Most Underrated Place in Europe Book!
I have two copies of Rough Guides Travel Edit: The Most Underrated Places in Europe to give away.
To enter:
Win the most underrated places in Europe Rough Guides Book
The giveaway closes on 21/08/2026 and two winners will be chosen at random. UK entry only. Winners will be contacted directly.
AD – Books kindly gifted
