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Best European City Breaks for Reclaiming Lost Travel Time with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts

As travel picks up pace once more and Covid restrictions ease in the UK, Spring offers the perfect time in which to re-discover city breaks, with no crowds and low prices. With approximately 9,000 hotels worldwide, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has an array of properties for those looking to discover the buzz of culture, history, art and much more this year, from easy to reach European destinations to those further afield.

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has shared some of its best hotels in Europe with exciting events in those much loved and missed city destinations for the year including:

Wyndham Grand Athens, Greece - For Lovers of the Arts

Wyndham Grand Athens offers the perfect spot for those looking to explore Greece’s vibrant capital city. Conveniently located next to Metaxourgeio metro station, providing an ideal base for business and leisure guests to visit the iconic landmarks and attractions. Boasting exceptional Mediterranean and International cuisine dining options to delight guests, the hotel also offers 360-degree panoramic views of the Acropolis, Lycabettus hill and the Saronic Gulf from its impressive rooftop bar restaurant. After energetic days out, guests can enjoy breath-taking views with an aperitif in hand, by the magnificent outdoor waterfall swimming pool.

What to do in Athens this year:

Those staying in Athens this year can be sure to enjoy the Athens Epidaurus Festival, following the success of its launch last year. The Open Plan festival offers a variety of captivating artistic and educational initiatives with art and fashion shows, theatre, and dance workshops, as well as radio plays. An experience to suit all the families’ interests. Through June and July, those seeking live music experiences can look no further than Release Athens Festival, which will be hosting a variety of live music acts in Water Square to satisfy all genres from rock, hip hop, dance and more.

2022 rates start from approximately £266 (€230) per room per night for two people and are subject to availability.

Comwell Copenhagen Portside Dolce by Wyndham, Denmark - For Culture Lovers

Those looking for a holiday base in a city not short of activities should look to stay at Comwell Copenhagen Portside Dolce by Wyndham. Situated in the vibrant Nordhavn district, the hotel offers a spectacular harborside stay overlooking the Sound waterway. The 484-room hotel is conveniently located next to the metro and the airport, ideal for those wanting a quick getaway. Must-see attractions including The Little Mermaid, Amalienborg palace, and Tivoli Gardens are just a stone’s throw away. After intrepid days out, the hotel welcomes guests with contemporary guest rooms and suites, a well-equipped fitness centre, free Wi-Fi, and on-site parking.

What to do in Copenhagen this year:

Tivoli Summer Season, should be on the list for those seeking adventure – as the world's second oldest amusement park and one of Denmark's most famous attractions, Tivoli, is packed with crazy rides, green oases, gourmet food, rock concerts, and much more. Every Friday during the summer season, Tivoli Gardens offers a different music genre live from one of its many stages. It’s open from 8th April – 25thSeptember 2022. Beer lovers should look to make a visit to theCopenhagen Beer Festival from the 11th – 22nd May 2022 for one of the city’s most festive events.

2022 rates start from approximately £126 (1,132 DK) per room per night for two people and are subject to availability.

Super 8 by Wyndham Hamburg Mitte, Germany - For Foodie Lovers

Travellers looking for the best foodie hotspots can do so from the heart of Hamburg, at Super 8 by Wyndham Hamburg Mitte this year. Perfectly positioned for easy transport access to both the airport and the metro, it is ideal for getting around the city. The Reeperbahn and St. Pauli Piers are within easy reach, and Michel and Alster Lakes are also nearby. Guests can enjoy a comfortable stay at the trendy hotel, with free Wi-Fi and a Café-Bar to plan days out over a coffee and snack.

What to do in Hamburg this year:

Hamburg DOM, those looking to celebrate can do so in Spring DOM, Summer DOM and Winter DOM which run through their perspective months throughout the year and have a host of activities for each season that range from medieval villages and pirate dens to cosy Christmas markets and even a tropical beach bar in summer. Foodie lovers can delight in Osterstrassenfest, Hamburg’s most popular street festival that treats visitors to live music, food trucks and a flea market in central Eimsbüttel due to run from 23rd-24th April 2022.

2022 rates start from approximately £61 (€74) per room per night for two people and are subject to availability.

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Milano, Italy - For Fashion and Art Lovers

Guests can stay in comfort and elegance in Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Milano, with a relaxing atmosphere, free Wi-Fi, balconies, and modern styling. Those looking to stay active during their trip can make use of the hotel’s fitness centre, or use the sauna, steam room, and whirlpool to unwind. The hotel also offers a free continental breakfast to set guests up for days out exploring the beautiful Italian city, with attractions in close proximity due to the central location of the hotel.

What to do in Milan this year:

During the month of March, Milan becomes a visual and cultural hub for modern and contemporary art with an extensive calendar of events covering both Milan March Art Week, 28th March – 3rd April 2022, and Miart. Museums, art venues, private foundations and design spaces offer a packed programme of exhibitions, initiatives, performances, inaugurations, and special openings. Of course, it wouldn’t be worth mentioning Milan without mentioning fashion, and so the famousMilan Fashion Week will run from 20th – 26th September 2022 with a host of powerhouse fashion brands exhibiting.

2022 rates start from approximately £110 (€133) per room per night for two people and are subject to availability.

Ramada by Wyndham Budapest City Center, Hungary - For Music Lovers

Guests can immerse themselves in the old-world charm of the Hungarian capital while enjoying the contemporary comforts of Ramada by Wyndham Budapest City Center this year. With a host of live music events and festivals taking place in the city this year, the hotel is perfect for travellers as it sits just next to the airport. Just minutes from attractions like Buda Castle, St. Stephen’s Basilica, and the Hungarian Parliament Building can be explored with ease. Ramada by Wyndham Budapest provides the prefect hub, with buffet breakfasts of international favourites to kickstart adventure days out, and respite after at their rooftop restaurant with awe-inspiring views of the city.

What to do in Budapest this year:

Budapest Spring Festival, one of the greatest Hungarian annual cultural festival’s with over 100 events and a focus on contemporary forms of art is back for April 2022. Those in need of further entertainment in the Summer can attend Sziget Festival, Budapest’s iconic music festival on the “Island of Freedom” is back during 10th-15th August, with an over-the-top line-up of live music acts and art performances. 

2022 rates start from approximately £78 (€94) per room per night for two people and are subject to availability.

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