Vienna, Austria’s capital city and the cultural capital of Europe, is a city of incomparable flair and a dream for romantics and history enthusiasts alike. Baroque streetscapes, which juxtapose the Imperial Palaces, set the stage for Vienna’s artistic, coffee-obsessed, vibrant culture. From splendid attractions, to carefully preserved traditions and the […]
Art and architecture created long before us and preserved to last long after us offer a glimpse of the past – of how people looked, how they lived, what they enjoyed. And these 6 cities gave rise to those creators, to the world’s most legendary architects, painters, sculptors and innovators. […]
When you think of a holiday in Ireland, what comes to mind? Witnessing the lush, green landscape? Visiting historical and religious sights, and seeing remains from medieval times? Or perhaps it’s visiting farms or savouring authentic Irish food. Whatever image or experience may spring to mind, you’d be pleased to […]
The world’s largest country has a lot to offer for the curious traveller. From diverse landscapes, old resort towns and the most isolated area in the world (Siberia), Russia is a country that visitors can spend years returning to, only to find that they’ve still only just scratched the surface. […]
Think summertime is the only time to travel around Switzerland? Think again. Despite what you may think about travel in winter or the off-season, there is a lot to enjoy in Switzerland in the cooler months – even if you’re not a skier! Fewer crowds While lots of people do […]
Having recently become a popular stopover destination for USA-Europe travel, Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland and the world’s most northerly capital city is well worth the stop. Combining colourful buildings, quirky, creative people, eye-popping design and a capricious soul, Reykjavik is a city that will enthral and delight. From Viking […]