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A Winter Holiday in Europe
Exploring Europe’s Winter Wonderlands Winter in Europe is not just a season – it is magical . Snow-capped peaks stretch across the skyline. Christmas markets light up happy faces. And the end of the year brings new adventures at every turn. To enjoy it all, you will need to know your way around Europe’s best winter spots . What is the best place to ski in Austria ? How are the pubs in Zurich? Where should you ice-skate in Prague? Find out by reading below to prepare for your winter holiday in …
A merry Christmas in Ireland
Your guide to the Irish holiday season Nollaig shona duit ! That’s how we say Merry Christmas in Irish Gaelic. It’s a great phrase to learn before your trip to the island of Ireland at Christmas time as you’ll find that people here really get into the holiday spirit, whether that’s through visiting Christmas markets, going Christmas shopping, or practicing local holiday traditions. You won’t want to miss our Christmas markets. They are full of twinkling fairy lights, Santa hats and nostalgic …
Glowing festivities in Czechia
Your sparkliest Christmas ever What do you imagine when you hear “Christmas”? A tree? Mountains of food? Family parties? One of the images that comes to mind is of festive decorations, and the Christmas light spectacle that awaits you in Czechia is beyond your wildest dreams! The whole country will be illuminated by several magical light parks until the end of January . River of lights When you arrive in Prague during the holiday season , your first steps will undoubtedly lead you to the …
Rural Escapes: Cyprus, Bulgaria, & Greece
Learn how to explore the spectacular outdoors If you’re the kind of person who craves the undiscovered or places that are off the beaten path, you need to visit southeastern Europe. Today, we’re pleased to introduce you to Dusty Cressey who just spent almost two weeks exploring three of the region’s most amazing countries: Greece , Bulgaria , and Cyprus . Today, he’s here to share all the secret locales he stumbled upon during his travels, plus the info you need to replicate his journey. …
Marvelous buildings in Hungary
Take a slow tour of art and architecture Hungarian House of Music – Sounds manifested as a building The organic architectural concept of the Hungarian House of Music built next to Lake Városligeti, between Vajdahunyad Castle and the Ice Rink, blurs the line between nature and man-made structures. Under the unique roof structure, next to the huge glass walls, and even inside the building, visitors will feel as if they are walking in nature. The merging of manmade structures and nature is also …
Active travel in Hungary
Get off the sofa and have some fun Strap on your skis or skates, race down the snowy slopes, glide on the ice rink, or savor a hot drink in a hut or a bar: you can enjoy experiences like these in more and more places in Hungary as it develops excellent holiday infrastructure. Although there are no really high mountains in Hungary, skiers, snowboarders, cross-country skiers and sledgers can indulge their passions on many a winter day – weather permitting – thanks to new snow cannon systems. …
Sporting fun in Greece
Adventures with a historical twist The history of athletic excellence in Greece dates back some 2,500 years. It all began in the early 5th century BC with the Greek victory over the Persian Empire — a milestone in Greek and European history. According to historical records, an Athenian soldier & messenger, named Pheidippidis, was dispatched from Athens to Sparta, before the battle which was about to take place in Marathon, to deliver the news of the Persian invasion, and ask for help. He ran …
A sport legend in Croatia
Dražen Petrović - the Mozart of basketball Šibenik , a city nestled in a picturesque bay fed by the Krka river on the central Adriatic coast, is known for its outstanding natural beauty and many cultural and historical sights. The city is home to two monuments on the UNESCO Cultural World Heritage List, the Cathedral of St. James and St. Nicholas' Fortress, and it is also the hometown of Dražen Petrović, one of the greatest Croatian and world basketball players ever. Dražen Petrović, known as …
Poland: green and fun
Summer and winter sports Poland’s natural endowments make it a great place to practice many sports throughout the year. Hiking , water and winter sports , horseback riding , cycling , golf , fishing , and extreme sports are all options. There’s so much to choose from that everyone can easily find something fun to do. Sport and recreational infrastructure in Poland is modern and constantly developing; diverse accommodation and food choices combine for active leisure, comfortable relaxation, and …
At the top of your game in Slovakia
World-class conditions for a variety of sports From Europe’s oldest marathon to cycling routes as challenging as the Tour de France and slopes that attract the world´s elite skiers, unique opportunities for sports abound in Slovakia. Runners from all over the world, unite! Slovakia's second largest city is familiar to anyone into marathon races. The International Peace Marathon held in Košice is considered the third oldest marathon in the world and Europe’s first modern 26-miler. This …