Tell us about a trip to the lakes and mountains of Europe

European lakes and mountains are experiencing a significant increase in summer tourism as travellers seek alternatives to crowded Mediterranean coastal resorts. Options include walking holidays in the Tirol, Scandinavian lakeside cabins, or Alpine train journeys. Tom Hall of Lonely Planet selects the best tips for a £200 Coolstays voucher, with winning entries featured in the Guardian Travel section. Additionally, the current AI boom is being analysed through the metaphorical lens of doughnuts and fried chips.