Everything you should know about traveling to Europe!
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Travel Essentials
Art & Architecture
Pretty much the center of the universe for art. It’s literally a real life art history class serving as the epicenter for the Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, Rococo, Impressionist, Surrealist, Cubist, Modernist movements and more.
If you're feeling extra adventurous on your next trip to Europe here's a list of 10 attractions you'll have to check out: Beer swimming pools – In the small village of…
(1904-1989) The eccentric and mad compositions of one of history’s greatest Surrealist painters seem to be more popular now than ever. His appeal has also created a massive groundswell interest…
From museums to galleries, there are plenty of art Expos featuring masterpieces throughout Europe. Here's the top 4 you'll regret missing: Venice Biennale -- The Venice Biennale is a visual…
Why single out Amsterdam for its outlandish behavior? Aside from the big draws like the Van Gogh Museum, the Rijksmuseum, and Anne Frank’s House, many tourists overlook the plethora of…
Learn more about the Europe’s legendary auto manufacturers like Mercedes, Audi, BMW, Porsche, Opel, Volkswagen from Germany, Fiat, Alfa Romeo and Ferrari from Italy, Aston Martin, Bentley, Jaguar, and Rolls Royce from Great Britain. Don’t forget about the racing too!
Let’s face it: you’re still waiting for your letter from the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. You’ve dreamed of buying your first wand, using Platform 9 and ¾ to…
There are many phenomenal train museums however if we had to choose the top 10 coolest ones throughout Europe, this is our list: Museum Country Address Website London Transport Museum…
Even if you didn’t grow up going to car shows or watching drag racing on TV on Saturday mornings, you probably know that the car world is full of people…
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A piece of the Berlin Wall available for sale at the Eastside Gallery in Berlin. The Gallery's address is Mühlenstraße 47 - 80, 10243 Berlin A 5 or 10 euro…
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I’ll cut to the chase: overpacking, trying to see too much too quickly, over-reliance on your guidebook, deciding to travel along with too many people, not taking enough photos, and/or…
Yup, it’s as good as you imagined and worthy of its own intoxicating category. Boasting some of the world’s finest wine, beers, and spirits, prepare to be impressed by Europe’s mind-blowing elixirs. And then there’s the debauchery part…
According to condom manufacturer Durex, which conducts the widely followed Global Sex Surveys, Europe seems to possess an above average sexual appetite by standards. Yes, we know it's really old…
This should be one of the first lessons for a person in James Bond training. He plays Baccarat usually by the way, pronounced bak-ar-ah. It is generally regarded as the…
A lot has changed since the the Lumière brothers first film screened on 28th December 1895. From famed directors like Federico Fellini and Ingmar Bergman, British legends like Alfred Hitchcock and Charlie Chaplin, or great stars like Sophia Loren, Greta Garbo, Brigitte Bardot, Audrey Hepburn, and Gérard Depardieu. All will make you wonder where your favorites scenes were filmed around Europe.
Where are your favorite European film stars from? Marlene Dietrich was born on December 27, 1901, in Berlin and died at 90 in 1992. She is buried in the Friedenau…
Let’s face it: you’re still waiting for your letter from the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. You’ve dreamed of buying your first wand, using Platform 9 and ¾ to…
Cuisine at its finest, we’re talking serious sensory overload. Highlights include Croissants in France, Pizza in Italy, Gyros in Greece, Goulash in Hungary, Paella in Spain, Fondue in Switzerland, French Fries, Waffles, and Chocolates in Belgium, Fish & Chips in the UK, and even deep fried Mars bars in Scotland.
Evian (Still)-Besides the fact that Evian spelled backwards is Naïve, the source is a French spa town at the foot of Mont Blanc. See www.evian.com Perrier (Carbonated)-located near Nimes in…
Popularized for its energizing abilities and internationally recognized for its motto “Red Bull gives you wings,” Red Bull has built an empire as a pioneer in its industry. But many…
Europe’s got it all. Beaches, mountains, views, bridges, lakes, rivers, waterfalls, you name it. It’s one breathtaking panoramic photo-op waiting for you to discover.
While the two tallest buildings in London (the Canary Wharf Tower at 800 ft/244m and the BT Tower at 619 ft/189m ) are not available for visits, however the 3rd…
This is a great question with tons of options. We recommend seeing several of the below locations and deciding for yourself. Also note, “the” place to get that perfect photo…
Not necessarily in this order and definitely the subject of great debate, the following locations are both dreamy, romantic, and photo worthy stops that won't disappoint. Top of the Piazza…
This is where Europe gets really fascinating. Dive into it’s rich, mesmerizing past and see how empires, cultural clashes, and world wars shaped the present continent.
The Alhambra in Granada-See www.alhambra-patronato.es-Official Site. For tickets see www.alhambratickets.com or call +34 902 441 221 for the info hotline or +34 902 224 460 to book tickets and have…
European graveyards are full of really cool historical figures if you’re into being a "Tombstone Tourist". They’re also an entertaining alternative to visiting another museum or church. Depending on who…
Galileo in Pisa, Italy Nicolus Copernicus in Torun, Poland (1473-1543) Charles Darwin Albert Einstein Carolus Linneas in Gregor Mendel in Brno, Czech Republic Max Planck
Don’t miss out on the biggest highlights of the year like Carnival in Venice, St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland, the Cannes Film Festival, Glastonbury Festival, Edinburgh Festival Fringe, San Fermin (aka Running of the Bulls in Pamplona), Oktoberfest in Munich, La Tomatina Festival in Buñol (outside of Valencia). It seems like one big party all the time.
Europe has always been a literary haven boasting legends like Homer, Plato, Shakespeare, Dickens, Kafka, Camus, Dante, Chaucer, Virgil, Proust, Cervantes, Flaubert, T.S. Eliot, Orwell, Huxley, Bronte, Balzac, Hugo, Poe, Voltaire, Grimm, Tolstoy, and so many others.
Poet Ezra Pound is buried on the tiny island of San Michel Isola in Venice William Wordsworth is buried inside St. Oswald’s church in Grasmere (Lakes District), England. Both the…
The Beatrix Potter Museum in Windemere (Lakes District), England. See www.beatrixpottersociety.org or www.hop-skip-jump.com Legends/Make Believe Stories European Authors The Story of Babar (1960) Jean de Brunhoff The Story of…
Homes for the following legends are located at: 1) Jonathan Swift (1667-1755) - The author of Gulliver’s Travels was born at the former 7 Hoeys Court (now destroyed). He also…
European music is as varied as it gets. From Gregorian chants, Opera legends like Verdi & Wagner, classical giants like Beethoven and Bach, Scottish bagpipes, Edith Piaf, the British Invasion by the Beatles and Rolling Stones, to a endless list of stars like Elton, Ozzy, Oasis, U2, Amy Winehouse, and Adele. Your ears will be enchanted.
Tom Jones was born on June 7,1940 in Pontypridd, Wales, UK Elton John was born in Pinner, Middlesex, England on March 25, 1947 (his original name was Reginald Dwight). Sting…
Dating back to 1956, this contest has become one of the most popular media events ever.Over 600 million viewers tuned in last year to see their country’s representative sing their…
From Jesus, the Jews, the Crusades, Relics, Reformations, the Great Schism, 100’s of Saints, the Inquisition, Pilgrimages, Popes, and endless amounts of churches, there’s a lot to unpack in this section.
See Table- (Cambridge Factfinder p.420) Did you know? According to the Irish Almanac of 1998, despite lowering attendance Ireland still has the highest number of regular church goers per…
The Antichrist An evil figure who will plague the world and ultimately be defeated by Christ in the battle of Armageddon. The Apocalypse Derived from the Greek word for revelation,…
Contrary to popular belief she was not from Calcutta or India at all. Actually she was born Gonxha Agnes on August 26, 1910 in Skopje (present day Macedonia) to Albanian…
Save your hard-earned money because you will want to spend it all here. Prepare to be impressed by luxury brands like Fendi, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Armani, Cartier, Bulgari, Dior, Burberry, Hermes, Rolex, Swarovksi, and so many more.
A piece of the Berlin Wall available for sale at the Eastside Gallery in Berlin. The Gallery's address is Mühlenstraße 47 - 80, 10243 Berlin A 5 or 10 euro…
No doubt about it, Europe has the best fashions and consequently, the subject arises. Incidentally, many people have asked why such designers as Caroline Herrera, Yves St. Laurent, and Oscar…
When seeking the best of the best in Paris, it means only one thing: ‘Vive la difference!’ Whether furnishing your ‘pied a terre’ or chasing a down a little ‘joie…
Never a dull moment, from the birthplace of the Olympics to world-class soccer (football), tennis, golf, skiing, rugby, cycling, cricket, hockey, basketball, bocce, petanque, surfing, scuba diving, Scottish Games, and many other athletic activities.
A bullfight in Spanish is called a corrida de toros. Everyone (and I mean absolutely everyone) whether they support it or not seems to have a very strong opionion on…
Bocce:I-a type of lawn bowling usually played on a long, narrow dirt court in many parts of Italy. For more about its rules, see www.bocce.com Petanque-French ball game similar to…
Born on June 11, 1910 in St. Andre de Cubzac (near Bordeaux), the legendary French oceanographer, author, and film producer began his career as a graduate from the Naval Academy…
This is a great place to begin. Whether you’re going to Europe on your first trip or returning for your next amazing adventure, these juicy, travel nuggets are sure to please.
This is usually the section where all the other guys list the usual suggestions about how many socks to pack, the wonders of wearing Smartwool, and the latest in money…
I’ll cut to the chase: overpacking, trying to see too much too quickly, over-reliance on your guidebook, deciding to travel along with too many people, not taking enough photos, and/or…
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If you're feeling extra adventurous on your next trip to Europe here's a list of 10 attractions you'll have to check out: Beer swimming pools – In the small village of…
Tom Jones was born on June 7,1940 in Pontypridd, Wales, UK Elton John was born in Pinner, Middlesex, England on March 25, 1947 (his original name was Reginald Dwight). Sting…
While the two tallest buildings in London (the Canary Wharf Tower at 800 ft/244m and the BT Tower at 619 ft/189m ) are not available for visits, however the 3rd…
This is a great question with tons of options. We recommend seeing several of the below locations and deciding for yourself. Also note, “the” place to get that perfect photo…
Not necessarily in this order and definitely the subject of great debate, the following locations are both dreamy, romantic, and photo worthy stops that won't disappoint. Top of the Piazza…