Germany

A country suffering from an image problem? Certainly in the UK, but we're out to change all that. The Germans are a deeply cultured bunch, and be it in Berlin or Munich or beyond, there are museums and high art institutions to sate the most ravenous of culture vultures.

But above and beyond the obvious cultural attractions there are other pleasant surprises awaiting open minded visitors - excellent food, seriously under-rated wines and some of Europe's most beautiful woodland and mountains.

Berlin itself also defies stereotyping, and is one of hippest and most vibrant destinations in Europe. It's there that we concentrate on for now, but with more destinations to come...