Europe's Hot Spots for Long Weekends

Short trips explode in Europe as travelers jet off for long weekends to vibrant cities pulsing with history and hidden gems. Top picks include canal-laced Amsterdam for bike rides past tulip markets, Barcelona's sun-drenched tapas trails, and Prague's fairy-tale spires glowing at dusk. Budget flights and high-speed trains make spontaneous escapes effortless. Savor fresh croissants in Paris side streets or hike Lisbon's seven hills at golden hour.