Frankfurt, the 5th largest city in Germany (after Berlin, Hamburg, Munich and Cologne) is one of Germany’s oldest cities. It is both enticingly modern yet vibrant with history and culture. Frankfurt may be best known as the business and finance capital of Germany filled with towering skyscrapers, but it is also one of the most…
Lyon, the third-largest city in France, is situated in central-eastern France on the Rhône-Alpes between Paris and Marseille. It is an interesting destination for travel due to its variety of beautiful landmarks and delicious cuisine. Both the birthplace of nouvelle cuisine and home of the celebrated bouchon, Lyon is the gastronomic capital of France. Thousands…
Just an hour south of Amsterdam and two hours north of Brussels, is the young and vibrant city of Rotterdam. As the second biggest city in the Netherlands and with one of the biggest harbors in the world, Rotterdam is definitely worth visiting. It is famous for its groundbreaking architecture, beautiful canals, amazing restaurants and a buzzing night…
Innsbruck, the capital of Austria’s western state of Tyrol, is internationally famous for being a world-renowned center for winter sports, but it is much more than a ski hub. It is a city of vibrant nightlife, medieval castles, churches and modern architecture surrounded by stunning mountains scenery. Innsbruck makes a great year-round destination, start with…
Cologne is Germany’s fourth-largest city after Berlin, Hamburg and Munich, and one of the oldest cities in the country too. As a cultural hub in the west of Germany, Cologne is famous for its spectacular cathedral, whose twin spires dominate the skyline and a top-quality array of cultural attractions with over 40 museums and more than…
Bern is the capital of Switzerland, situated on verdant hills right by the glacial blue-green waters of the River Aare and it is the country’s fifth most populated city after Zurich, Geneva, Basel and Lausanne. Bern is the most preserved medieval city in the country, boasting over 5.2 square km (2 square miles) of towers, cathedrals, arcades and…
Salzburg, the fourth largest city of Austria and one of the lesser-known, is arguably the most beautiful. This historic city on the banks of the Salzach River looks like it has been taken out of fairy tale, and those with a romantic, yet sophisticated mindset will feel right at home. Salzburg is where Mozart was…
Hamburg, Germany’s second-biggest city, has a personality of its own. From scenic beauty, a unique blend of world heritage monuments and charming village-like neighborhoods to modern pubs and nightclubs in the world´s most famous red-light district and the best burgers in Germany. Hamburg is ready to surprise you, Check out our Top 9 Things To…
Situated about 44 km (27 miles) from Brussels, Antwerp is a vibrant city that is famous for its thriving port, outstanding cuisine, its vibrant artistic community, many museums and art galleries and its traditional role as Europe’s diamond market. Antwerp is just perfect for a short weekend getaway so take a look at our list of the Top 10 Things To Do…
Situated between Berlin and Hamburg, Hansestadt Werben (Elbe) is a town in Saxony-Anhalt state, Germany. Visit the smallest hanseatic city in the world and find a hidden gem. There are lots of things to do, adventures to explore and secrets to discover. We are pretty sure that you will feel the calm of the place instantly. No…
Nestled in a deep valley enclosed between steeply scarped mountains in the Swiss Alps, Zermatt is a tiny car-free village with the highest and largest ski area in the world. It is dominated by the huge and graceful pyramid of the Matterhorn, one of the world’s most famous mountains and whether you are the ultimate…
Founded in 922, Goslar is a historic town located in the north-western foothills of the Harz in Lower Saxony, Germany. It looks back onto a long history as it was an imperial city for nearly 250 years during the mid ages and was one of the most important seats of power in the Holy Roman…
Luxembourg is the only enduring sovereign Grand Duchy in the world and its capital, Luxembourg City, may well be among the small capitals in Europe, but it feels like a much bigger city and has a lot to offer in terms of diversity, cultural history and quality of life. The valleys with the rivers have…
Unless you’re an art and contemporary urban design fan, Basel is probably not your first in your Switzerland’s list, and that’s a shame. Basel the third-largest city in Switzerland after Zurich and Geneva is located at the congruence of the Swiss, French and German borders. It is one of Switzerland’s underrated tourist destinations with a beautiful medieval…
As the second-largest city in Switzerland, Geneva is home to many cultural, historical and natural attractions while also being the hub of banking, technology and tourism. It occupies the westernmost corner of Switzerland, literally on the French border, flanked by the stunning Alps and gorgeous Lake Geneva. Famed for its overabundance of haute cuisine restaurants,…
Located along the Rhine, lies Vaduz, the capital of the Principality of Liechtenstein. It is important for our readers to know that this small yet great country is part of the Schengen Area and so its borders are open, but it’s not part of the European Union so they do not use the EURO, but…
Facing the incomparable Mediterranean Sea, in the heart of the French region of Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, is Nice. France’s fifth-largest city, a cosmopolitan town in the French Riviera near the border with Italy. Locals call this city, Nice la Belle, and it is in fact gorgeous. Everywhere you go, you will be amazed with its natural…
Munich’s motto is “München mag dich” (“Munich loves you”) however, after our last visit to this incredible city, we love Munich. How couldn’t we? It is home to many national and international events, great universities, amazing museums and theaters, numerous architectural attractions, international sports events, exhibitions, conferences and festivals like the famous Oktoberfest (which actually…
When people think of Brussels, they think mainly three things: the headquarters of the European Union, waffles and chocolates. However, Brussels has lots to offer and many hidden secrets to be discovered. Did you know that they are home to the oldest shopping centers in Europe? Did you know that they have changed the main…
For business or pleasure, Zurich is always a good place to visit if you want to enjoy the best of the best of Europe. Exquisite cuisine, 5-star hotels, astounding spas, phenomenal bars, cocktail lounges and breathtaking views all around you. Although it may only have 400,000 inhabitants, Zurich’s airport receives more than 20 million passengers…