Tag: Europe

Europe spring
By Destination, Europe

Five beautiful European countries to visit in springtime.

The beauty of spring is how it marks fresh, new beginnings. Flowers that have been quietly biding their time during winter are finally able to stretch their green shoots and bloom with pops of colour everywhere. Many-a baby animal is born, with fluffy coats and snuffly noses ready to explore the big, wide world. Warmer weather means getting outdoors more, soaking in the sunshine […]

The Rhine River
By Destination, Europe, River Cruise

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Along The Rhine

A big part of Europe’s appeal are the stories that are tied to many-a-historic site, so it is a huge honour and privilege for a city, town or village to have one of its landmarks designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. To be chosen, the site must have incredible cultural, historical, scientific or other type of significance. It might showcase an accomplishment […]

Heidelberg
By Destination, Europe, River Cruise

Four Unmissable German Ports Along The Romantic Rhine

The Rhine is one of Europe’s most iconic rivers, flowing northbound from Graubünden in the Swiss Alps, through Germany and the Netherlands, and finally ending at the North Sea. Here are four unmissable German ports along the romantic Rhine, each with its own history and charm that we’re sure you’ll love.  Mainz  With half-timbered houses and medieval market squares, Mainz is […]