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Extraordinary train journeys
Whether you're a history buff or a nature lover, a train journey in Europe will tickle your fancy. Scenic train journeys The journey, not the destination, matters most aboard these locomotives, where a simple train ticket gives you a front-row seat to Europe’s natural wonders. Genoa to Pisa Inhale the fresh Ligurian Sea air as you chug along the Italian Riviera. Rather than stopping in Cinque Terre, the intercity train offers short but sweet glimpses of the UNESCO World Heritage site. …
Europe by night train
Today’s world moves faster than ever, especially when it comes to travel. But speed and convenience often mean sacrificing two essential things: comfort and care for the environment. In Europe, night trains are the unexpected upgrade that transforms travel into an experience. Skip the crowds, the security lines, and the cramped spaces for a sleeper with a large window. Swap an airport sandwich for a sit-down meal. Make the journey a central part of your exploration. Upgrade your travel …
Wine Festival in Pezinok
The origin of the Wine Festival in Pezinok dates back to the 13th century. During the Great Depression of the first half of the 20th century, the celebrations were held only in cozy cellars, but nowadays the festival has grown in size and popularity. You are welcome to join the celebration in the streets of the medieval town of Pezinok, where local producers offer their young wine. Moreover, the Festival is rounded off with live concerts, performances and tasty traditional food such as cigánska …
Belgrade Dance Festival
Belgrade Dance Festival celebrates two decades of continuous success and international recognition. As in previous years, the program is sensational, although the jubilee brings a special radiance and the selectors’ decision that all performances should bring inspiration and enthusiasm. In honor of dance, amazing artists and great companies will gather, open up important topics that analyze modern society through an interesting and diverse vocabulary of movement, and create moments that have …
Pilgrimage routes to Santiago de Compostela
Choose your own personal pilgrimage. A pilgrimage can be a life-changing experience. Bring very comfortable walking shoes. Sneakers or tennis shoes are the suggested shoes to wear. Bring a hat to protect you from the sun, a bottle of water and of course, a camera and a small diary to remember every moment of this unforgettable experience. Make sure that you are well informed before you travel. Open your mind. You will have the possibility to meet a lot of people and share with them this …
Atlantic Coast
The majesty and power of the Atlantic Ocean has shaped European experiences and cultures from Celtic to Moorish. Navigate and explore glaciers, fjords, and craggy highlands encircled by dramatic black-sand beaches in the far north. Feel the inviting warmth of Irish culture in one-of-a-kind music and cooking throughout charming villages between vast expanses of emerald-green hills. Relax on enchanting beaches and sip rich wine in fishing towns and medieval villages. Surf and savor fresh seafood …
Carnaval Sztukmistrzów
Carnaval Sztukmistrzow takes place each summer in Lublin. The event focuses on contemporary circus and street arts, bringing together performers, artists, and visitors from across Europe and beyond. Visitors can expect street performances, circus shows, theatre acts, workshops, and fire shows presented in public spaces throughout the city. The programme also includes Urban Highline, one of the largest highline festivals in the world, where athletes walk on suspended lines between buildings. …
GLOW Light Festival
Each November, the city of Eindhoven hosts GLOW, an outdoor light art festival that transforms the city center into a large open-air exhibition. During the event, buildings, public spaces, and streets are illuminated with light installations, projections, and interactive artworks created by artists and designers from the Netherlands and abroad. Visitors follow a walking route of several kilometers through the city, discovering artworks installed on historic buildings, squares, and along the …
Košice Peace Marathon
Feel an atmosphere that stays with you long after the finish line. Whether you are a seasoned athlete, a sports enthusiast, or a casual runner, Košice Peace Marathon offers a truly iconic experience. Held every year on the first Sunday of October, it is the oldest marathon in Europe and the third oldest in the world, bringing together tradition, endurance, and community spirit. For over a century, runners and spectators have gathered in Košice to enjoy the vibrant race day energy. Set against …
Surva Festival
Surva, the International Festival of the Masquerade Games held in the town of Pernik is the biggest event of this type not only in Bulgaria and on the Balkan Peninsula. It promotes variations of ancient Bulgarian customs that are still alive today. These are an important part of the Bulgarian folklore tradition and are meant to be performed by single men and women. With its competitive nature, the festival is not only a venue but also a contest for the living vessels of this tradition, namely …