Girona’s El Call is one of Europe’s best-preserved medieval Jewish quarters, a labyrinth of narrow, steep alleys centred around Carrer de la Força. At its heart lies the Museum of Jewish History, housed in a building that once held a 15th-century synagogue and now vividly recounts the story of Catalonia’s Jewish communities. Exhibits trace their profound contributions to medicine, astronomy and philosophy, while also confronting darker chapters like the Inquisition and the 1492 expulsion. Highlights include an 11th-century miqvé (ritual bath), funerary slabs with Hebrew inscriptions, and the original expulsion edict. Detailed multilingual panels guide visitors through themes of daily life, rituals, and cultural exchange. Beyond the museum, the quarter itself whispers with history. Wander its cobbled lanes to sense the resilience of a community that shaped Girona for centuries.

Watch some of the world’s biggest and most fascinating animals. Most trips depart from Hervey Bay and are best enjoyed from July to November, when the whales migrate further north.

If you yearn for speed and excitement accompanied by the subdued symphony of paws against the snow, dog sledding is the perfect winter adventure. Feel yourself almost melding into the winter landscape as you glide through the snow-covered trails. Bothnia SledDog Adventures, hailing from Örarna north of Luleå, and Luleå Adventure in Ale just south, are premier dog sledding organisers ready to immerse you in the thrill of this unique and enchanting experience.