Planning a Naples city break? We've got you covered. The birthplace of pizza and the largest city in southern Italy, Naples is undoubtedly one of the most fascinating places in Europe.

The historical centre of Naples is the largest in Europe and became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995.

It's packed full of ancient churches and staggeringly large catacombs, and Pompeii is just a short drive away.

Along with its history and arts scene, Naples is known for its food culture, including wood-fired, doughy pizza, Ragù Napoletano, and affordable street food.

Join presenter Portia Jones and producer Luke Jones as we share the best things to do in Naples, from a street-food tour and a sunset spritz to opulent palaces, museums, and churches filled with treasures.

You'll also hear about Mercure's Discover Local program, including their 50th Birthday Bucket List Edition, spotlighting 50 incredible food and drink experiences designed to help you feel like a local.

From riverside punts to historic quadrangles and winding streets, Oxford is a city to wander, taste, and explore.

Join us for an immersive guide to the best sights, eats, and experiences in this unforgettable city.

Huge thanks to Mercure Hotels for supporting this episode of Travel Goals. Visit https://mercure.accor.com/ and start planning your next trip.

Hi, I'm your podcast host, Portia Jones [nickname Pip Jones]. I'm a freelance travel journalist, podcaster, and presenter.

If you love to travel, check out my travel website to get travel guides and find new episodes of the Travel Goals podcast.

Connect with us on social media: Travel Goals on Instagram | Travel Goals on Facebook.

Travel Goals is produced and owned by South Girl Production Music and Podcasting Ltd.

Email us to discuss working together or with any questions about the podcast.

Enjoy the show, and don't forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Planning an Oxford city break? We've got you covered. A powerhouse of learning for 800 years, Oxford is home to Britain's oldest university, leafy botanical gardens, and historic pubs full of character. On this fun, on-location episode, we explain why now is the ideal time to explore Oxford and stay at Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel, a stylish four-star hotel set in the picturesque village of Iffley.

With three acres of private gardens, chic rooms, and excellent dining, it's the perfect base for discovering both the city and its surroundings, including the Chilterns, the Cotswolds, and Blenheim Palace.

Join presenter Portia Jones and producer Luke Jones as we share the best things to do in Oxford, from Harry Potter filming locations and quirky boutiques to markets, independent cafes, bars, and restaurants.

You'll also hear about Mercure's Discover Local program, including their 50th Birthday Bucket List Edition, spotlighting 50 incredible food and drink experiences designed to help you feel like a local.

From riverside punts to historic quadrangles and winding streets, Oxford is a city to wander, taste, and explore.

Join us for an immersive guide to the best sights, eats, and experiences in this unforgettable city.

Huge thanks to Mercure Hotels for supporting this episode of Travel Goals. Visit https://mercure.accor.com/ and start planning your next trip.

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Hi, I'm your podcast host, Portia Jones [nickname Pip Jones]. I'm a freelance travel journalist, podcaster, and presenter.

If you love to travel, check out my travel website to get travel guides and find new episodes of the Travel Goals podcast.

Connect with us on social media: Travel Goals on Instagram | Travel Goals on Facebook.

Travel Goals is produced and owned by South Girl Production Music and Podcasting Ltd.

Email us to discuss working together or with any questions about the podcast.

Enjoy the show, and don't forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Planning a Porto city break? Explore a riverside city of cobbled streets, iconic bridges and colourful azulejo tiles and find out why Porto is the perfect weekend break. Here, the Douro River carves through the centre and in the medieval Ribeira (riverside) district, narrow cobbled streets wind past merchants' houses and charming cafes, and there is so much to explore.

On this on-location episode, we explain why now is the ideal time to visit Porto and stay at Mercure Porto Centro Aliados, a four-star hotel right in the heart of the city. Its central location puts you within easy walking distance of the main sights, and we reveal a surprising feature that sets it apart from other city centre hotels.

Join presenter Portia Jones and producer Luke Jones as we share the best things to do in Porto, including where to eat, drink and wander. You'll also hear more about Mercure's Discover Local concept, designed to help visitors feel part of the neighbourhood and experience the city beyond the usual tourist trails.

From the river-spanning bridges to narrow streets lined with wine caves, bakeries and riverside restaurants, Porto is a city of layers. Every climb and descent uncovers new corners, views and flavours. Join us on an immersive audio guide around the city as we bring you the best things to do, see, and eat in Porto with our bumper Porto Travel Guide.

Huge thanks to Mercure Hotels for supporting this episode of Travel Goals. Visit https://mercure.accor.com/ and start planning your next trip.

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Hi, I'm your podcast host, Portia Jones [nickname Pip Jones]. I'm a freelance travel journalist, podcaster, and presenter.

If you love to travel, check out my travel website to get travel guides and find new episodes of the Travel Goals podcast.

Connect with us on social media: Travel Goals on Instagram | Travel Goals on Facebook.

Travel Goals is produced and owned by South Girl Production Music and Podcasting Ltd.

Email us to discuss working together or with any questions about the podcast.

Enjoy the show, and don't forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.