The 21st World Cup kicks off on 14 June in Russia. It's the eleventh time it will be held in the Europe and the first time it is hosted by an Eastern European country.

How is Russia getting ready for the big event? What do we need to know about it? What are the 2018 World Cup dates? Since Russia was awarded the World Cup at the end of 2010, beating Spain-Portugal and Belgium-Netherlands, the country has been busy getting everything ready for the big event.

What do we know about Malta? We know it's one of the smallest countries in Europe, that it's an island with a pleasant Mediterranean climate all year round... Malta is an attractive and fascinating destination waiting to be discovered. A country with many hidden gems in its tiny surface area of just 316 square kilometres. What gems? Ok, here are 10 reasons to visit Malta.

Also known as the Garden of Europe, Keukenhof has been the world’s largest flower garden for over fifty years situated near Lisse, in South Holland. The garden was established to present a flower exhibit where growers from all over the Netherlands and Europe could show off their hybrids. Whit over 32 hectares of flowers, 7 million tulips, daffodils and hyacinths, inspirational gardens and wonderful works, you will discover through Keukenhof the special beauty spots and one of the most popular destinations in the world that you should not miss.

Open daily from 21 March until 20 May
Opening Hours: from 8:00h to 19:30h (ticket office closes at 18:00h)

Picture by Chuck Szmurlo

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Do you fancy going away before the official summer holidays, to beat the crowds? Make a note of these ideas.