Europe

North Gran Canaria has much to offer travelers. From its capital, Las Palmas, to its award-winning city beach. Pleasant parks and gardens, interesting towns and villages. A rugged coastline and inland hills and valleys. Add in a rum factory, vineyard, and coffee plantation. So much more to explore.

Hidden beneath a ruined 13th-century monastery surrounded by a council housing estate lies a forgotten relic from World War II.

Need ideas for what to do when visiting the Italian region of Abruzzo? Look no further than this top ten of great things to do.

Visiting a foreign country can be overwhelming and confusing, especially if you don’t speak the native language. This article will give you tips for visiting Rome. I will discuss tips for food, tourist attractions, transportation and airports.

Food and drink are vital ingredients of a great tourist experience, but how can you enjoy your time in Amsterdam, whilst not overspending on refreshments? Read on to find out how to achieve this. Pick up some money-saving tips along the way and learn about our favorite eating places in Amsterdam.

I have wonderful food and drink memories from a variety of Italian cities during a Wonders of Italy tour last year. Here is a small sampling of simple pleasures for the palate. Whether enjoyed in Italy or at home, buon appetito e salute!

Amsterdam is characterized by its waterways. This article focuses on the different forms of water-based activity in the city. Discover the canal tour to suit you and find out about different floating transport options. Take a virtual water trip around Amsterdam without getting your feet wet.

Think you know Germany? Think again. While life in Germany can be comparable to the United States, they do have some interesting idiosyncrasies.

Useful travel information and photos of the area around the D-Day beaches located in Normandy, France.

Amsterdam, the 'Venice of the North', is a great destination for a city break. But city breaks can get expensive. Read on to discover a list of free things to do that will enhance your time in Amsterdam without costing anything. Experience city life outside and under cover in Amsterdam for free.

This article serves as a travel guide for Slovenia's Alpine wonderland—with pristine emerald rivers and stunning gorges and valleys, it is perfectly suited for all levels of adventures during the summer.

Dublin is an ancient city, filled with the places that mark its significant events. This articles includes those sights that give visitors an overview of its fascinating and turbulent history.

Cliff-hugging, colorful Positano is the crown jewel of the Amalfi Coast. The sheer natural beauty of this region makes it one of Italy’s most sought-after destinations.

Dreaming of visiting the real location of "Downton Abbey"? Here is how to fulfill that dream and master the excursion to Highclere Castle in a day. The feeling of coming home is unparalleled.

Seville has a wonderful selection of attractions. It deserves several days of exploring the food, the sights and the views, but if you only have a day, here's how to spend it. This was an enjoyable day and evening of both relaxation and action in sensational Seville.

Looking for things to do on the Liverpool Waterfront? Dive in to discover some of the best experiences at this pretty riverside spot in north-west England.

My recent adventure to Krakow, Poland, was an unforgettable one filled with incredible architecture, endless history and tasty food. I wish to share my experience with you and provide some tips and recommendations along the way.

Take a tour around some of the top highlights of Northern Cyprus. See for yourself what this area has to offer and learn about its rich history. This article is a great resource for planning a trip to the area and an informative fact file for those interested in learning more about Northern Cyprus.

A guide to visiting Culloden Moor, the site of the final confrontation of the Jacobite Rising and the slaughter of Scottish clansmen in April 1746.

Traveling to a new country is a great experience, especially if you take everything you need with you. Here is a list of items you should pack when traveling to Iceland in the summer.

Let's take a step back in time and explore the sleepy medieval village of Lurs, France.

The 1,750 acres of Dublin’s Phoenix Park is among the largest of enclosed grassland areas in Europe. The Park encompasses a variety of smaller areas and these areas include historically significant buildings and sporting facilities. This article describes a number of them.

A guide to visit five fantastic, yet not-so-popular, scenic sites and towns in the southernmost part of France, near the border of Spain.

This self-guided walk, starting from Embankment Underground Station, introduces you to the famous central area and the home of Britain’s parliament. You’ll get incredible photos, enjoy scenic views and make discoveries that you might otherwise miss, as I share my local knowledge.

Discover some of London's amazing 2000-year-old history without the cost. The list explores some of the secret places only known by the locals. This is a whistle-stop tour of London that you've never seen before, where you'll find the monarchy, the Romans, disasters and world-changing inventions.

This is unspoilt rural Ireland at its best and one of the best places in the world to forget the rat-race of modernity and chill out. Having a few Euro on you helps, but an excursion in Inishowen can be done relatively cheaply.

You may have heard that Moldova isn't worth visiting, but from my experience, that truly could not be further from the truth. I urge you to ignore all the biased reports and visit Moldova!

Dublin is a small city, with a population of about one million, but a city that bears a number of surprising facets. This article outlines a number of the ways in which Dubliners and Dublin-based institutions have contributed to the scientific knowledge of the world.

This article offers an introduction to the scenic Lake Bled in the small Central European country of Slovenia. Based on my own personal experience I offer practical tips and advice on travelling to Lake Bled, including where it's located, how to get there, where to stay and what to see and do.

The tiny enclave and tax haven on France’s southern coast has long enjoyed a reputation for being a playground for the extremely wealthy no matter how they came by their riches.

A photographic guide to the evacuated ghost city of Pripyat in the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone. This article explains how you can enter this abandoned city and take a look around at the old buildings and see the Chernobyl Power Plant.

The county of Dorset, on the south coast of England, has one of the most fascinating coasts of any county, with many features of interest packed into a short distance. Here are some of Dorset’s natural wonders along this stretch of the world-famous Jurassic Coast.

This article explores highlights of Denia and the surrounding coastal region on Spain's Costa Blanca as far north as Valencia and as far south as Alicante. Use this article to plan your visit to the area and learn what makes this a year-round holiday destination for many northern-European tourists.

Why travel the Balkans? There are beautiful places to see, fun activities to do, delicious cuisines to try, unique culture to experience and more...

When you are in Ireland for a couple of weeks, chances are you'll want to travel the Ring of Kerry. It's a route with some interesting sites away from the crowds.

Italy is a virtual treasure trove of fascinating destinations for the first-time visitor. The most difficult decision you’ll be faced with is what to see and where to visit. Here are 13 of the best destinations in Italy to consider to help make your vacation an unforgettable experience.

Here are the top places to go in Edinburgh to escape the crowds at the typical tourist spots, especially during the Edinburgh festival. Go to the beach, go to the hills or find that village vibe, all within a few miles of Edinburgh's city centre.

Going to Scotland? Here are places you can visit in Edinburgh, but don't forget to enjoy the general atmosphere of this fantastic city as well.

Going to Ireland? Chances are you're going to visit Dublin. Start your historical tour of Dublin here.

See Prague spread below you from four of the city's high viewpoints. Gaze at the Czech capital from Vysehrad to the south, the Observation Tower Petrin Park in the west, the memorial on Zizkov Hill, and the Television Tower to the east. Learn about the sites and see the views of this beautiful city.

Discover the best reasons to visit Paris in autumn!

The Alcazar dominates the skyline of Toledo and is located prominently at the highest point in the city. The massive stone fortress has seen its share of Spanish history and today houses the Museum of the Army.

Read my travel guide to Iceland and discover why Iceland should be on your bucket list! From breathtaking scenery to amazing ice cream and cinnamon buns, Iceland has it all!

The Karl Marx memorial tomb is situated in the east section of London's Highgate Cemetery. Every year, many thousands of people come to visit the last resting place of the founding father of modern Communism.

A day exploring the Jewish Quarter is a must for any visitor to Prague. This guide on how to get the most out of your visit highlights the main sites in Josefov. Learn about the history and the tragedy of the Jewish people in Prague, and be inspired to plan your trip to this historic area.

Kaolin, the clay used to make the world-famous Limoges porcelain, was discovered at Marcognac in the southwest of France. Discover the remarkable site of the quarry and travel back in time to see how the kaolin was extracted and treated.

When visiting England, you can enjoy the opportunity of wandering sweeping fields of soothing lavender hidden within the Cotswolds Area of Natural Beauty. Only open to visitors during the summer months, read here about how to get the most out of your visit!

A guide to help you plan a trip to Helsinki the Capitol of Finland by an expat who has lived here for over 10 years. These tips and places to visit will give you a flavour of the city however long your stay may be.

In this article, you can find some highlights of Malta for your next trip. This article is excellent for those wanting to get a taste of Malta in a short period of time.

Mala Strana, or the Little Quarter, is one of the best-preserved areas in the beautiful city of Prague. With its distinctive mix of eye-catching buildings, quiet corners, peaceful gardens and a park offering a bird's-eye view over the city, Mala Strana is well worth exploring.