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Switzerland’s all year-round best-of list
Experience the best of Swiss culture and events all year-round If you're looking for an unforgettable experience, Switzerland has something for everyone. Enjoy the exhilaration of horn sled races in winter, be dazzled by music festivals in summer, witness alpine cattle making their way up and down the mountains in fall and spring, or savor the colorful displays of flowers and food at regional festivals. Don't miss out on these amazing events in Switzerland! Winter Horn sled races Many years …
Spain 2023: year of Picasso
The most influential artist of the 20th century 2023 marks the 50th anniversary of the death of one of the most important Spanish and universal artists of all time, Pablo Ruiz Picasso, a genius born in Malaga at the beginning of the 20th century. Picasso was born in 1881. In 1907 he painted Les demoiselles d'Avignon , the starting point of cubism, a revolutionary artistic movement that he devised with Braque and made him one of the most influential artists of all time. He died in 1973, but his …
Portugal welcomes you!
Your next great European destination Looking for fresh inspiration for your travel plans? Look no further: Portugal has 7 regions , all different despite the country's tidy size, that offer a wide variety of experiences. There are many reasons to put Portugal at the top of your travel list; here are some good ones to get you started: Lisbon and Porto If you have only a few days, Lisbon and Porto , the two Portuguese largest cities, are extremely attractive and interesting. Lisbon has a special …
The Netherlands’ endless attractions
A small country with a long must-see list Are you already planning your next trip? Then don’t miss out on what’s happening in the Netherlands year-round. There are so many interesting and unique stories to discover — get ready for the Netherlands to surprise you! Do you know that twelve UNESCO World Heritage sites exist in the Netherlands? They vary greatly in size, age, and beauty, yet each tells a remarkable story. These places shaped Dutch society and represent both the urge to innovate and …
Ideas for your trips to Greece
Greek travels for culture lovers There is exciting news for music lovers around the world, particularly for classical music fans. In 2023, a new museum dedicated to Maria Callas opened in the center of Athens at 44, Mitropoleos St., as the world of music celebrated its 100th anniversary of her birth. It’s the first museum to be inaugurated in honor of the world-renowned, Greek-born diva. The building is in the 19th-century neo-classical architectural style and will house some of the great …
Croatia's Pelješac Bridge
An amazing new tourist attraction For those planning a road trip to the south of Croatia, admiring the scattered islands on the beautiful azure sea on the way, you can now see even more, thanks to the Pelješac Bridge . The new Pelješac Bridge in Croatia was inaugurated on July 26 th , 2022 and is currently the largest and most important construction project in the country. The bridge stretches elegantly over the crystalline Adriatic Sea, connecting the southernmost part of Croatia with the rest …
10 experiences for 2023
A travel journalist shares her favorite European spots for 2023 It’s Europe! There’s so much to see and do and eat. The question is, where to start? How do you narrow such a feast of opportunity? To help you make thrilling and memorable plans, Erica hand-picked ten experiences to do. Got a question or comment? Want to add an eleventh item to the list? 1. Gole Alcantare, Sicily for hiking, rafting and local food steeped in tradition. The Alcantara Gorges are one of the geological wonders of the …
Denmark's Must Do's
A guide from a rainbow panorama to a secret bunker Copenhagen in architectural focus For those of you who love discovering new architectural wonders , then we’ve got great news! In fact, in 2023, Copenhagen was named UNESCO’s World Capital of Architecture. This will be your chance to experience what’s behind those doors that normally remain closed, as well as other unique events held throughout the year. Add this to your bucket list. Take a rainbow walk Fancy a walk in a rainbow? Then explore …
Switzerland’s Bernese Fasnacht
Bern’s iconic Carnival is 40 years strong It’s a cold winter’s night, and you’re alone in a dark medieval alleyway in Bern’s Old City . Suddenly, you see the warm glow of torches in the distance — and a big hairy beast swinging its hips and clawed paws as it lurches across the cobblestones towards you. “It’s a bear!” You gasp. Not out of fright—but out of delight! The torchlight procession of Bern’s Carnival, Bärner Fasnacht , a hallmark of the Swabian-Alemannic festival, is coming your way. …
Flanders, cycling heaven
The spring classics: both top sport and folklore ‘A bicycle, a bicycle, my kingdom for a bicycle.” Shakespeare's masterpiece Richard III would sound different if it were set in Flanders . Here the two-wheeler dominates our lives. Especially when the spring classics are coming, a wonderful marriage of top sport and tradition. Omloop Het Nieuwsblad and Kuurne-Brussel-Kuurne, Nokere Koerse and Gent-Wevelgem, the E3 Classic and Dwars door Vlaanderen. And then the icing on the cake: the Ronde van …