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Best European Summer Getaways
Enjoy the Perfect Weather of Southern Europe If you’re looking to spend your summer vacation in Europe, look no further. The weather in and around the Mediterranean and the Iberian Peninsula is perfect in summer; it’s just warm enough to remind you what season it is without roasting you. Portugal The Douro valley in Portugal is famous for its wines, and what is better time to sample them than summer? Mild temperatures make for ideal for sipping outside or on a cruise ship. Port wine was once …
By Royal Appointment
Three perfect cities for discovering the magical royal secrets The sovereign power of Europe’s royal families may be a thing of the past, but in the 21st century, modern royals continue to cast a spell over travelers. Explore the streets of Copenhagen and that historical royal legacy comes alive. The Danish royal family is the oldest in Europe. Following in their footsteps offers an entertaining way to enjoy the laid-back city of Copenhagen. A good place to start a royal tour is Christiansburg …
Coast to Coast
Four perfect places to explore the coastal landscape of Europe From the cool winds of the Atlantic to the warm waters of the Mediterranean , Europe’s coastline defines the continent in every way. It has created communities, inspired exploration, driven trade and attracted tourism, while remaining a constant source of natural wonder. The inspirational coastal landscape of the Pelion Peninsula is heaven on earth for devoted sun worshippers. So legend has it, the Greek gods used to take their …
Europe through the Eyes of a Kid
Europe Makes Traveling with Children Easier Traveling internationally with your children can be difficult for a lot of reasons, but one of the hardest aspects of planning the trip can be accounting for everyone’s tastes and interests. While spending time in museums or going to wine tastings might be your ideal vacation, those activities might not appeal to the kiddos. That doesn’t mean your trip has to revolve around your kids, but you should try to plan at least one kid-centric activity a day. …
Must-Try Mediterranean Entrees
Eat Your Way from Spain to Turkey One of the best parts of international travel is getting to try the local cuisine, and some of the best dishes in Europe come from the countries on the Mediterranean Sea. Starting in Spain, we’ll highlight some great entrees from all around the coast and on into Turkey. Considered by many to be Spain’s national dish, paella comes from the coastal city of Valencia. Paella literally means “pan,” a reference to the large, shallow pans used to cook the rice and …
2019 European Capitals of Culture
Ιntroduced in 1985 with the noble aim of bringing our continent closer together, the European Capital of Culture scheme offered few early surprises. Plovdiv, Bulgaria Center of Plovdiv, Bulgaria. Plovdiv is the European Capital of Culture in 2019 In the heart of Bulgaria, equidistant from the Aegean and Black Seas, Plovdiv lies on what was once a the most direct route between Europe and Constantinople, today’s Istanbul. 6,000 years of continuous inhabitation including Roman, Ottoman, …
2019 European Capitals of Smart Tourism
THE EU’S DRIVE FOR SMARTER TOURISM THE EU’S DRIVE FOR SMARTER TOURISM Helsinki and Lyon were the 2019 European Capitals of Smart Tourism! The European Capital of Smart Tourism competition recognizes the outstanding achievements of EU cities in smart tourism. Cities that take part are assessed on the tourism measures they have implemented across four categories: accessibility, sustainability, digitalization, and cultural heritage and creativity. From virtual reality to customised quality labels, …
European Hidden Treasure
The Eden Network Could you imagine so much variety in Europe? From Finland to Azores or From Malta to Ireland, 71 destinations decided to gather to promote sustainable tourism under two words: Eden Network. That means within these destinations you could walk with bogshoes on mires in Soomaa National Park (Estonia), listen to heaven within the Star Park of Zselic (Hungary), talk to bears in Wild Taiga (Finland) or eat local products with a Chef in Durbuy (Belgium)! The common goal of these …
A virtual tour of Troia, with Archaeologist Patricia Brum!
Diving head first into the archaeological sites of Europe is the best way to connect with this ancient, influential culture. That's what #HistoricallyCurious ambassador and archaeologist Raven does just about every day! The great news is that you can get a taste of her fascinating life by visiting one of her favorite sites in Europe —Troia. What is it like to explore the Roman Troia site? Watch this video Raven did with the Archaeologist Patricia Brum to find out. Patricia Brum is actually …
Trek through Croatia's gleaming countryside
The Croatian Long Distance Trail combines grand, old forests with mountains, valleys and meadows that sparkle with brilliant life. Altogether, that makes for an experience that would mark any #naturallycurious person for life. Want to get inspired for this trip? We've got you covered. Our ambassador Legianti is back again with this remarkable trail and many other off-the-beaten-path activities you can do in Croatia. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Y a n - t i (@theworldandme_) …