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  • Graffeg’s Top Holiday Picks for 2026 — Inspired by Terry Stevens

    Planning your 2026 holiday? We are too and here at Graffeg we’ve been revisiting some of our favourite travel and tourism titles for inspiration.

    Professor Terry Stevens is the founder of a multi-award-winning international tourism consultancy and has worked in global tourism for more than thirty years. He has published a number of books with Graffeg, including Wish You Were Here, Wish You Were Here Europe and The Spark and a Sense of Wonder.

  • Why Terry Stevens Belongs in Your Travel Bag

    Terry's books explore what makes a great travel experience truly memorable — engaging your senses and emotions, encouraging curiosity, and helping you build meaningful connections with the places you visit. They are guides to travelling with intention and creating lasting memories.

    If you’re travelling light, you can take our books in e-book form — perfect for limited carry-on capacity. And if you only have room for one book on your trip, make sure it's one of Terry's.

  • Top European Travel Destinations We Love (Inspired by Terry Stevens)

  • 1. Bordeaux, France

    Why we love it: world-class wine culture, a vibrant modern art scene, and a stunning blend of Gothic and neo-classical architecture.

  • 2. Trieste, Italy

    Why we love it: elegant art nouveau and neo-classical buildings, a beautiful waterfront setting, and a fascinating mix of cultures and influences.

  • 3. Ljubljana, Slovenia

    Why we love it: rich layers of history — Roman, medieval and modern — plus easy access to both mountains and coastline.

  • 4. The Wild Atlantic Way, Ireland

    Why we love it: dramatic, untamed scenery, rugged ocean-battered coastline and lush green landscapes. A favourite stop of ours is the charming village of Dingle.

  • 5. Cardiff, Wales

    Why we love it: Cardiff offers a vibrant mix of experiences, from exciting restaurants across Cardiff Bay, Penarth and Pontcanna, to beautiful green spaces such as Bute Park, Victoria Park and Roath Park. The city also boasts a lively music and cultural scene, with events and venues ranging from Tafwyl and Club Ifor Bach to the Motorpoint Arena — meaning there’s always something happening.

  • Professor Terry Stevens’ Top 3 European Destinations

    We asked Professor Terry Stevens for his top three European holiday destinations. Discover his expert picks for travel inspiration in 2026.

    "Without a shadow of doubt, having worked and visited over fifty destinations, my three favourite destinations are Slovenia (especially the Goriska Brda area, Bohinj and the capital city of Ljubljana), Istria in Croatia, and Catalonia. These destinations ooze great experiences, deliver exceptional hospitality and are driven by the values of sustainability and quality."

  • Discover More Travel Inspiration from Terry Stevens