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Magical Croatia
For more than just summer Croatia may be known for its sun and sea, but Croatia is also a mega-popular Christmas destination. Zagreb Advent The capital, Zagreb, has been voted the best Christmas market in Europe three times. This year Zagreb Advent returns to its old framework and will try to restore the atmosphere that brought it worldwide recognition. The recipe is well known: decorated city streets, squares and parks; outdoor food & drink venues with a great array of options; numerous …
Christmas in Portugal
We have some holidays suggestions for you! At this time of year, the entire country comes to life with Christmas entertainment, starting with the lights that bring sparkle and color to the city centers. Here you can enjoy shopping in the many shops and markets, listen to choirs singing Christmas carols and sample some of the foods traditionally eaten at this time of year. Once you've taken your first step into Portuguese gastronomy , you'll want to keep going! From sweet treats such as our …
Ireland's top sites
Discover Ireland’s top sites. Planning a trip to Ireland this year? Be sure to add these incredible attractions to your bucket list! In 1759, Arthur Guinness took out a 9,000-year lease on a brewery here for an annual rent of £45. A couple of centuries later, the Guinness Storehouse was born. Today it’s Ireland’s number one visitor attraction — a gleaming multimedia experience about everything from the craft of brewing to retro advertising, topped off by the 360-degree Gravity Bar . When you …
Slovakia’s must-visit highlights
Treat yourself to new travel adventures Small in area but huge when it comes to attractions, Slovakia , is a gem of a country in the heart of Europe. We’ll show you the highlights to visit this year. After extensive refurbishment lasting more than two decades, we are proud to invite you to the Slovak National Gallery . Step inside the precious jewel of Bratislava ´s neo-modernist architecture and explore its monumental new premises via 12 unique exhibition experiences featuring pre-20 th …
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 …
The true essence of San Marino
A land with countless stories to tell If you have never been to San Marino, it's time for you to add it to your list! Here are some tips to discover the true essence of the oldest republic in the world. Recently opened, the Titanus Museum is an immersive multimedia experience that aims to reveal the unique and fascinating history of the Republic of San Marino, which may be hard to grasp at first glance. In a very short time — the visit takes about 30 minutes — you will find out more about this …
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 …
Poland: a world of events
Discover unique festivals and shows Famous music festivals and concerts, unique re-enactments and historical performances, incredible light shows and spectacular displays, fairs, and international cultural events: all this takes place in Poland, a country in the heart of Europe with a fascinating history, rich cultural heritage, and diverse traditions. Poland’s biggest historical event is the famous Re-enactment of the Battle of Grunwald, which brings in tens of thousands of spectators from …
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 …
Outdoor adventure in Eastern Europe
Top nature activities in Lithuania, Poland & Hungary For the last months, something special has been in the works. In late September, Visit Europe began collaborating with four travelers who set out to explore hidden gem countries in Eastern Europe and share all the spectacular things they witnessed. Each traveler had a special focus: nature , creative cities , or history . In this article, we’re following Lindsay and Eric , who explored the beauty and magic of nature in Lithuania , Poland , …