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3 Fun Festivities in Europe

There are hundreds of festivities celebrated throughout Europe and if you are lucky in the timing of your travels, you may be able to attend one whether by design or by happenstance. For instance, many folks travel ...

3 Fun Festivities in Europe2023-11-21T17:32:19+00:00

Ancient Britain – Sutton Hoo, Stonehenge & Hadrian’s Wall

Even if you are not a history buff, travelling through the Britain is a lesson in times past. You can, of course, visit these lands without exploring their history but in doing so, you may miss out on some amazing “attractions” and regret it later. Here are three ...

Ancient Britain – Sutton Hoo, Stonehenge & Hadrian’s Wall2023-10-23T14:12:29+00:00

Lake Como, Italy

Lake Como as a vacation destination belies the idea that Italy is all Roman ruins and antiquities. This picturesque area in the Lombardy region near Milan in the north of Italy ,,,

Lake Como, Italy2023-07-24T14:29:03+00:00

Romantic Venice | A Gondola Ride

Something everyone should have on their bucket list: taking a gondola ride in Venice. Evidently most people must think this way, as today there are about 400 gondoliers plying the waters of Venetian canals each day ferrying almost exclusively tourist clientèle.

Romantic Venice | A Gondola Ride2023-05-15T19:48:34+00:00

Anyone for Afternoon Tea?

Have you enjoyed a traditional British tea in your travels? If not, you are missing out on a delightful custom. You don’t have to visit the British Isles to partake of this meal as many hotels, restaurants and cruise lines offer their version...

Anyone for Afternoon Tea?2023-01-23T20:21:27+00:00

The Spanish Riding School | A Vienna Highlight

If you are visiting Vienna whether it is on an independent holiday, a guided tour or a river cruise, you might wish to take in a performance of the Spanish Riding School, world famous for its Lipizzaner horses and dressage.

The Spanish Riding School | A Vienna Highlight2022-11-22T18:32:54+00:00

Pompeii: What You Should Know Before You Visit

A visit to Pompeii is a popular shore excursion for any cruise line that stops in Naples, Italy as it is not far distant from the port.* For background,  Pompeii was a Roman city that was decimated in the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius ...

Pompeii: What You Should Know Before You Visit2022-05-24T18:04:08+00:00

Mdina, Malta

While Valletta in Malta is a spectacular tourist destination and popular cruise port in the Mediterranean, do not hesitate to venture further inland in your exploration of this tiny island. One town you should not miss is the walled city of Mdina.

Mdina, Malta2022-01-24T17:07:40+00:00

Oktoberfest in Bavaria

This folk festival is extremely popular with millions attending each year from around the world. Despite its name, Oktoberfest, most of the festival occurs in September.

Oktoberfest in Bavaria2021-12-22T15:01:49+00:00

The Queen’s Hamlet, Versailles

Situated in the area of parklands known as the the Domaine de Trianon (Grand Trianon and Petit Trianon with gardens), the Queen’s Hameau (Village) is associated with Marie-Antoinette.

The Queen’s Hamlet, Versailles2021-05-26T19:49:14+00:00
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