When thinking about a vacation in Europe, Albania is not a country that first comes to mind. With a picturesque landscape showcasing beautiful beaches, long mountain ranges, and glittering lakes, Albania is one of the most fascinating and underrated countries in Europe. Rozafa Castle (also known as Shkodër Castle) It has everything you might be …
Think of Europe and what springs to mind is the continent’s incredible history, art, architecture, and food. But Europe also boasts a huge variety of magical beaches. With white sand and crystal-clear water, many rival beaches in the Maldives, Seychelles, and the Caribbean. The best include the out-of-this-world Navagio beach on the Greek island ofZakynthos, …
If you’re looking for a way to escape modern-day living even if only for a weekend, the Cotswold region of south-central England is a perfect choice. Known for its fairytale-like villages and market towns, gorgeous nature, and gently rolling hills, the Cotswolds offer beauty, peace, and nature in abundance. From honey-colored stone cottages to amazing …
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Fish and chips When it comes to history, London is rich in it. When it comes to food, though, London is widely considered to be a poor option. It’s certainly a stereotypical view that British cuisine is fairly limited, when in fact, the array of different cultures and subsequent cuisines in London, in particular, give …
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Burg Rabenstein Have you ever wondered what it would be like to spend the night in a Bavarian castle? Or relished the thought of telling your friends that you lay your head where royalty once slept? Perhaps you’ve dreamed of strolling the castle grounds while imagining you rode up on horseback as they would have …
My wife suggested that we take a cruise in France. We had done river cruises in Europe before and we enjoyed the experience. This time, the cruise would be through the canals in the Burgundy wine region of France. Canal cruises are very different from our prior experiences. I admit to being apprehensive about a small …
Every true foodie knows that Switzerland is where you need to go to find the best chocolates in the world. From quaint little chocolatier shops in Geneva to chocolate factories in Zurich – if it’s made from cocoa beans, it is in Switzerland. And what better city to visit to truly experience chocolate than Zurich, …
Berlin is a modern city that embraces it’s tumultuous history while forging toward a hopeful future. There are many reminders of history around the beautiful capital. From Brandenburg Gate to the remnants of the Berlin Wall, most Berlin tours will take you to these sites, but equally famous is the Reichstag or Parliament building which …
Paris is considered to be one of the most beautiful cities in the world, and with a reason. The city has a rich culture embedded in high fashion and the flavors of some of the best wines and cuisines in the world. Because of those reasons, Paris is one of the most visited cities in …
French food doesn’t have to be intimidating or confusing, and you’ll find that some of the regional dishes are too good to pass up. Whether you’re looking for French comfort food, an appetizer, or dessert, here are 10 regional specialties to try when you’re in France. 1. Bouchées à la Reine (Versailles) Bouchées à la …
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