Some people go away on holiday for a spot of relaxation on the beach, possible just laying back with a book and a pint of lager. Others want to explore history and look at ancient buildings. If this sounds like you, here are three of the top locations to visit:

Rome

Besides delicious food and classic Italian culture, the best thing about Rome is its history. At its peak, Rome was the most powerful city in the world. Today, sights such as the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon and Spanish Steps remind us of what Rome once was.

Paris

Home to the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Sacre Coeur basilica, Pere-Lachaise Cemetery, the once-bohemian cafes of Montparnasse, the Louvre and Orsay museums and, of course, the Eiffel Tower. Paris really does have it all.

Bruges

Museums here are filled with the works of both Flemish primitives and contemporary artists, whilst the Bell Tower will be a sight you never forget.