Spain is a country of poetry and passion, with the swooning saints in gloomy cathedrals, the clip-clop of carriages through whitewashed streets and the evenings spent in tapas bars, crunching deep-fried peppers and olives. France is a beautiful country that boasts spectacular cities with picturesque topography, colourful culture, free-spirited people and delectable cuisine. Tick off some of the most popular European attractions first and then stay to explore the true vibe of the local towns and villages. With its storybook charm, Switzerland looks and feels like a place straight out of a fairy tale. Bordering Italy, France, Germany and Austria, the country is infused with a multiculturalism that is quite unique.