As avid cruisers, we were thrilled to embark on a journey aboard the luxurious Crystal Symphony from…

Constructed in the late 19th century, the Dom Luís I Bridge spans the Douro River and connects the c…

Picture this: colorful buildings tumbling down steep hillsides towards a gleaming river, historic tr…

La Coruña is a city where history whispers from ancient stones while the modern buzz of city life hu…

Step away from the rolling hills of the Médoc or Saint-Émilion, and you’ll discover the vibrant, his…

Capucins Market’s history dates back to 1749 when it first opened its doors to the public. Since the…

Pessac-Léognan is a region defined by its unique gravelly soils, its proximity to the city, and its …

Chateau La Garde’s classic elegance is a graceful, welcoming manor house surrounded by meticulously …

We were thrilled to discover the underground monuments of Saint-Emilion village in France. This medi…

Hiding in plain sight, with only a simple door and an impressive bell tower marking its presence abo…

Saint-Émilion is special. A village synonymous with world-class wine, nestled in the heart of Bordea…

One of our tours in Bordeaux, a region synonymous with some of the world’s most esteemed wines, was …

Nestled along the Garonne River, Bordeaux is a city that effortlessly blends historical grandeur wit…

Famous the world over, the Guggenheim Museum transcends the typical museum structure, feeling more l…

Leaving behind its industrial past, Bilbao emerged as a cultural powerhouse nestled alongside a hist…

Portugal is home to a remarkable collection of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, boasting over twenty ins…

Spain boasts an impressive number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites with 48 properties inscribed on the…

Walking among the markers in Omaha Cemetery was a profoundly humbling experience, made even more sta…

Stretching nearly 70 meters (230 feet) in length and standing about 50 centimeters (20 inches) tall,…

Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Bayeux is far more than just a place of worship; it is a stunning tapestry …

Bayeux France is more than just a picturesque destination. It’s a living testament to history, where…

This wasn’t a pleasant, sunny stroll on a famous beach. This was hardship. This was discomfort. It w…

Chateau La Chenevière offers more than just elegant accommodation; its acclaimed restaurant stands a…

For those seeking a quintessentially British experience steeped in tradition and overflowing with de…

The sheer history contained within the hallowed walls of Westminster Abbey promised an experience un…

From the magnificent Tower of London to the iconic Buckingham Palace, historical landmarks in London…

From the ancient mysteries of Stonehenge to the industrial triumphs of the Ironbridge Gorge, its sho…

Breisach am Rhein is often referred to as the gateway to the Black Forest because of its location on…

Explore the enchanting UNESCO World Heritage Sites in France, from the iconic landmarks of Paris to …

Switzerland has 12 UNESCO World Heritage Sites that are as magnificent as they are diverse. Nine of …

I’ve created a listing of UNESCO sites in Germany for you to compare and see which sites you might w…

The Netherlands has a long and rich cultural history. Despite its small size, the Netherlands boasts…

In production since at least 1799, this classic German scent has adorned the wrists of men and women…

In Cologne, a little race of creatures called Heinzelmännchen, came out at night after the humans we…

The highest concentration of castles is in Germany’s 40-mile-long Upper Middle Rhine Valley, a UNESC…

Because allied forces chose to avoid hitting the Cathedral, Cologne Cathedral survived World War II …

Perched high atop a steep hill overlooking the town of Braubach, Marksburg is the best surviving exa…

The grandeur of Cologne’s grand Gothic Kölner Dom draws crowds from around the world on a daily basi…

Oberwesel has a long history, dating back to 50 AD. The Celts settled here, and under the Romans, Ob…

The museum tells the story of chocolate making in Cologne and then moves on to tell how chocolate is…

Cologne is Germany’s oldest city dating back to the Roman era in 50 BC and, for centuries, the city …

The Domaine du Daley was founded in 1392, making it the oldest commercial entity in Switzerland. It …

Switzerland isn’t much different from other countries in Europe but there are a few things to know t…

I purchased a new fountain pen while on our Viking Rhine Getaway cruise. Nothing fancy — the Lamy Sa…

Since their launch in 2012, the Viking Longships have received great acclaim for their state-of-the-…

Our Viking Rhine Getaway cruise extended to take in the pure mountain air of Zermatt, at the foot of…

Heidelberg is one of the most romantic towns in Germany. Its colorful streets, university atmosphere…

Zermatt has everything one hopes to see on a trip to Switzerland. Chalets, rocky mountains, glaciers…

In this article, I will share some tips for getting great photographs of the Matterhorn in Zermatt, …

Switzerland’s hidden gem, Geneva, is one of its most picturesque cities. Located in the shadow of th…

Helmut Lutz created a striking statue of a bronze bull seemingly bursting through the bricks of Cath…

In this post, you’ll find everything you need to plan a trip to Schwarzwald, from planning your itin…

The Anne Frank House museum contains the diary Anne Frank kept during her long days in hiding. It is…

Strasbourg is part German, part French, and part medieval village, part modern European powerhouse. …

Kinderdijk is known for its iconic 18th-century windmills – probably the most famous and most photog…

Opened in 2009, this unique Amsterdam museum is one of several satellite exhibition centers of the f…

Discover one of the Netherlands’ best artists, Vincent van Gogh, on a tour of the Van Gogh Museum! R…

Amsterdam has a fascinating history and is part of the reason this city is on so many travelers’ buc…

Planning your visit to the Rijksmuseum and deciding what to see there can be a bit challenging. Here…