From large to small, north to south, thousands of islands scatter the coasts of European countries giving rise to ports and shores to explore. Witness the Aurora Borealis from the cliffs of the Svalbard Islands and embrace the raw landscape and bracing climate of the North and Baltic Seas. Watch whales and dolphins from the Azores. Discover the magnificent backcountry and cultural heritage the Balearic Islands offer. Stand among the white walls and blue domes of the villages at Santorini and imagine the legendary city of Atlantis preserved beneath the waves. Explore the natural and cultural intricacies along with stellar coastal scenery hiding on European islands.
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Europe and its remarkable nature
Read more about: Europe and its remarkable natureLeadWhat better way to explore Europe than on foot? -
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Awake to reindeer, witness a volcano’s glow
Read more about: Awake to reindeer, witness a volcano’s glowLeadDrink in the stunning landscapes, gleaming lakes, and remarkable wildlife that exist nowhere else in the world. -
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A People on the Move
Read more about: A People on the MoveLeadTracing the Routes of Jewish Heritage in Europe! -
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The Cities by the Sea
Read more about: The Cities by the SeaLeadExplore the power and beauty of Europe’s port cities. -
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Two secret UNESCO Sites for the Historically Curious
Read more about: Two secret UNESCO Sites for the Historically CuriousLeadExplore European UNESCO sites to connect with the past in the most tangible, remarkable way you could think of. -
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Swap landmarks for local markets
Read more about: Swap landmarks for local marketsLeadWhen visiting European cities, make sure you discover the local and authentic life. -
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Symphonies of Sound
Read more about: Symphonies of SoundLeadEurope is the home of some of classical music’s most famous maestros. Today, travelers can experience the sweeping, exhilarating and emotional sounds of the world’s well-known classical music pieces in museums, concert halls and at classical music festivals. Listen and enjoy the suites, cantatas and concertos from the masters of sound and learn about the life and times of Europe’s amazing composers. -
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Edible Europe
Read more about: Edible EuropeLeadLearning about a country through its culinary arts is one of travel’s principle pleasures. Food is a tangible reflection of geography, history, and culture; there are few more pleasurable ways to become well acquainted with a country than through its gastronomy, and each region has something unique to add to the menu. -
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Music on the Brain
Read more about: Music on the BrainLeadEven if the only music lesson you ever had was more than four presidential administrations ago, it’s never too late to learn and appreciate different kinds of music. Families, college students and lifelong learners flock to Europe to take advantage of its plentiful opportunities for cultural enrichment through music.