The architecture certainly suggests just about any town or village on the Italian Riviera. There are similar colours; bold and brash in some places; a pleasing pastel in others. There’s even an Italian-style bell tower.
But,there’s something other-
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Back in the 1960s and 70s, a famous and persistent Spanish tourism tag line proclaimed: “Spain is different.” And one of the things that does indeed make this country different in a key way from the rest of Europe is the fact that only the Iberia Pen
The half-timbered, flower-festooned houses are like something right out of les Frères Grimm – except for the blue-and-gold European Union flags rippling from the balconies. The EU may be going through its challenges at the moment, but here in Strasb
Many may recognize the name of this Atlantic island of Portugal more as the classic sweet wine it produces than as a destination. But on the other hand, at least a million Brits, Germans, other Europeans, and sundry travelers per year do well appreci
For visitors to England, when it comes to cities London often (and understandably) gets most of the attention. But especially if you're a history buff, one city you should put on your bucket list is York, four hours north. For this Yorkshire urb of 2
If you’ve been taking in any celebrity news of late, you’ve no doubt seen that Hollywood types have been thick on the ground over here this summer – boldface names being being bandied about lately are Justin Bieber, Orlando Bloom, Kim Kardashian, Kan
Bastille Day, July 14, is republicanFrance's foremost secular holiday, and merits a visit to the chunk of real estate where it all began. On the Right Bank of the Seine several blocks away from the Place des Vosges, the Bastille neighborhood has for
One glance up Princess Street is enough to give anyone a boost. Blokes in kilts play the bagpipes alongside businessmen; locals take their dogs out for a stroll; groups of lads hang out downing pints of beer; and thousands of tourists peruse the shop
Prague and the towns and cities of Bohemia tend get most of the attention from travellers and travel writers alike. But in my many visits and time living in the Czech Republic, I found that the historic region in the country’s south – a bit smaller t
Oranges and lemons,
say the bells of St. Clement’s.
You owe me five farthings,
Say the bells of St. Martin’s.
When will you pay me?
Say the bells of Old Bailey.
When I grow rich,
Say the bells of Shoreditch.
Oktoberfest Kommt Again - Prost!
Ja, it’s that time of year again: the 183rd edition of one of the world’s most famous parties,Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany, got underway yesterday and comes to a soggy, beery finale on Monday, October 3 (the 2017 da
It's true that Prague, with its enchanting Old Town, exciting nightlife, and other allures, is enough to hold any visitor spellbound for an entire holiday. But much of the essence of the Czech Republicflows from the cities, towns, and countryside out
Astride the River Clyde in the western Lowlands, Scotland’s largest city (pop. 1.75 million/metro 2.2 million) is also, in the estimation of many, its most exciting, the grand neoclassical architecture of the past is joined by 21st-century starchite
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What comes to mind when you think Düsseldorf? Commerce, industry, and trade fairs, most likely. Hardly a place you’d think of as a holiday hot spot. But as with most other large European cities, there’s another side that not only makes this powerhou
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These days over the skies of Frankfurt, it seems there are more planes than birds. Not surprising, given that its airport is a international hub that’s a hive of activity at all hours. Its skyline, too, speaks of thrusting commercial energy, opportu
Read more…One of Europe’s greenest, loveliest lands, the Emerald Isle – also fondly dubbed “the Oud Sod” – is a delightful mix of small, fetching cities; bucolic landscapes; and of course friendly, gregarious folk. At the same time, Ireland these days is dynam
Spring has sprung, and inevitably many of us are starting to think about summer travel? Beach season in Europe presents an embarassment of riches. I've decided to start a series covering the pick of the bunch in various countries. Since there are in
Imagine my surprise, not long ago, to discover I wanted to write a glowing article for my travel series “Best ofLondon” about a department store! It was due to a “happy accident” as we wandered down Piccadilly Street, the atmosphere vibrant on an un
Ladies we only have 3 spots left for our amazing tour of Italy highlighting VItaly tourenice, Florence and Tuscany. Join us today.
Read more…You don’t necessarily have to ski or snowboard to have fun playing outside during winter travel– nor do you even need a mountain! Right in the middle of many urban destinations, renting a pair of skates and mingling with the locals is a fabulous way
