Category: Europe
Sip Champagne In Buckingham Palace!
Normally the gates of Buckingham Palace are closed tight to sightseers, leaving us to gape at red clad guards and wonder just what goes on behind that magnificent gateway. For the first time ever during March and April, a limited number of visitors will have the chance to step through the iron barriers and enter [...]
Calling All Brides – Castle Hop Like Royalty in Ireland
You’re planning a wedding and dressing like a princess, so why not honeymoon like royalty as well! The folks at Sceptre Tours are offering customizable honeymoon itineraries throughout Ireland that include stays in one or more glorious countryside castles. Dubbed the “Emerald Castle Package”, the 7 day vacations can be tailored to a variety of [...]
Find A Hotel in Italy – Best Online Sites
It seems we all have the collective daydream to head off to Italy and set up housekeeping in a rustic villa set on a bucolic rolling hillside. So just where should you turn to find a unique countryside accommodation, a dynamic city hotel or happening hostel? Here’s a list of some of the best online [...]
The Best Online Sites For Finding Hotels in France
Whenever I’m in need a Paris Hotel, or a hotel in Cannes, St. Tropez, Burgundy, or the Loire Valley, I always start my search with a visit to Kayak.com, and Hotels.com. Then I check out some good regional sites: B&B’s / Cottages in France Chateau Rentals Country Inns Home Rentals Hostels in France Hotel Guide [...]
Find Hotels in Britain – Best Online Hotel Sites
Find a great hotel in London, Edinburgh, or throughout the UK. Here are some of the best internet sites for finding hotels, inns and bed and breakfast and vacation rental accommodations. Apartments Barclay Web London Guest Suites Regent Suites Vacation Rentals By Owner CraigsList – London
Don't Miss Dramatic New Normandy Visitor's Center
The next time you’re headed to England or France, make it a point to set aside a day to visit the new Normandy American Military Cemetery Visitor’s Center. There is no charge to visit this $30 million dollar Visitor’s Center which opened in June 2007. The impressive grounds and exhibits include artifacts, films, photographs and [...]
More Countries Go Smoke-Free!
So this fellow won’t be sitting next to you in the Bistro any longer – what a relief! The new year has brought big changes to bars and restaurants in France as a complete smoking ban went into effect for all public places. The French, trying to ease the ‘blow’, introduced the smoking ban in [...]
Switzerland Tourism Guides
It’s no accident that Swiss Air is rated among the world’s favorite airlines year after year. It epitomizes everything that is appealing about Switzerland; bold and vibrant, sparkling clean, organized and timely, friendly and welcoming. Visiting Switzerland is a delight – folks are multilingual and friendly, cities are lively and seem full of youthful exuberance, [...]
Portugal Tourism Guides
When I think of Portugal I envision tiled courtyards, deep red wines, ceramics dancing with color and intricate design, smiling faces, bustling city centers, and bucolic countrysides. It’s the best that Europe has to offer presented at a slightly slower pace. You’ll love visiting one of the oldest and most charming countries in Europe. Begin [...]
Compare Ski Resorts Worldwide With Ease
It’s going to be a spectacular winter for skiing! (Well, in the United States anyway.) Your biggest challenge will be trying to decide between snow packed vertical runs and powdery lanes all the way from California to Maine. We’ve found a super website that makes choosing the right mountain a cinch. On The Snow has [...]
