Germany’s Best Christmas Markets When one thinks of Germany they often conjure up visions of bar maids and lederhosen. But this beautiful country has much more to offer than Oktoberfest and sausage. And while it’s a fascinating place to visit any time of year, a trip there during the Christmas Markets is simply unforgettable. In Germany, the Christmas season is a time for enjoying family, friends and a number of unique...Read More
5 Reasons to Cycle Midi-Pyrenees Buried within the high mountains in the Midi-Pyrenees region of France there is history to unveil, towns to explore and exquisite meals to try. This region, widely known for its Tour de France appearances, is a treasure for cyclists looking for tough climbs and superb scenery. Less advanced riders will enjoy biking along rivers running through charming towns and enjoy seeing the magnificent architecture dating...Read More
If you’ve made the decision to embark on a cycle tour of France, or any foreign destination for that matter, one of your bigger decisions will be whether you want to bring along your own bike or not. There are pros and cons on each side. Some things to weigh in your decision… To Rent or Not to Rent? What is the availability and quality of a rental bike from either...Read More
Czech Hot Spots Traveling to Czech Republic anytime soon? CzechTourism.com gives us the latest… RESTAURANT TIP: CAFE BRAUN Sokolska 31, Prague 2 Café B Braun is the newest addition to Prague’s stylish dining scene. The restaurant boasts sleek design by the renowned Czech architect Eva Jiricna. Filled with glass, steel and practically all white in color, Café B. Braun is decorated by Jiricna’s famous glass staircase spiraling up to the...Read More
The Best of Belgium Ideally located in the heart of Europe, surrounded by France, Germany and the Netherlands, the charming country of Belgium offers visitors an unforgettable journey from past to present. This culturally diverse and progressive country has somehow achieved a perfect balance between its rich history and its modern urban atmosphere. From the bustling capital of Brussels to the medieval cities of Antwerp and Bruges, ancient streets lined with...Read More
Halloween at the Beginning This was sent to me by email – so credit is due somewhere else…could be a bunch of blarney, but here ya go; and Happy Halloween! The Celts celebrated Halloween as Samhain, ‘All Hallowtide’ – the ‘Feast of the Dead’, when the dead revisited the mortal world. The celebration marked the end of Summer and the start of the Winter months. During the eighth century the Catholic...Read More
Bond With the Family in Europe! Family travel is a hot buzzword currently in the travel marketing side of the business. Media outlets are writing about it and at all the travel shows you see “Family Friendly, Family Travel”, etc. Yea, family travel – as if this was something new! I remember taking trips with my family as a kid – didn’t others do this? Ok, maybe our family trips in...Read More
Over a Century Old Tradition…Oktoberfest Whether you are in France, Canada, the USA, Australia or Germany, there is always a festival to attend celebrating the long running tradition, Oktoberfest. We are all familiar with the name, but not many know how it first came to existence. This 2 weeklong festival began in 1810. On October 12, to celebrate the royal wedding of Prince Ludwig and Princess Therese, the citizens of Munich,...Read More
Do’s and Don’ts in Italy Every country has its own history, culture and proper etiquette. Traveling to a neighboring country or one halfway around the world requires a little knowledge and insight into that country’s way of life. Italy is no different! Making a good impression and building strong relationships are very important to Italians, so impress the people in Italy by learning a little about Italian customs and etiquette. The...Read More
