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The Ancient Town of Kuldiga, Latvia
March 8, 2010
The Ancient Town of Kuldiga, Latvia

With its well preserved medieval charm, the ancient town of Kuldiga is one of the most enchanting and magical places to visit in Latvia. Located about 150 kilometers from Riga, Kuldiga lies at the crossroads …

White Water Adventures in Sort, Spain
February 22, 2010
White Water Adventures in Sort, Spain

Very popular with adventure enthusiasts is the town of Sort located in the Catalan Pyrenees about 4 hours from Barcelona. With a great location and stunning scenery, Sort offers a range of outstanding activities most …

Bled, Slovenia and the Julian Alps
February 9, 2010
Bled, Slovenia and the Julian Alps

One of the most beautiful towns in Europe, Bled is situated on the stunning Lake Bled at the edge of the Julian Alps in Slovenia. There are many outdoor activities to get the blood pumping …

Novi Sad – The Serbian Athens
January 29, 2010
Novi Sad – The Serbian Athens

Known as the Serbian Athens, Novi Sad has been built, destroyed and rebuilt over the centuries and is an interesting mixture of old Serbian cultural heritage, Austro-Hungarian architecture and scenic beauty. The city sits on …

Cascais, Portugal – A Colorful Coastal Town
January 18, 2010
Cascais, Portugal – A Colorful Coastal Town

Cascais was once a sleepy fishing town until 1870 when King Luis I vacationed here. It has been a destination for Lisboetas ever since. Just a short train trip outside of Lisbon, the town …

The Azores – Islands and Highlights
January 12, 2010
The Azores – Islands and Highlights

The Azores are a Portuguese archipelago comprised of nine volcanic islands that have a somewhat tropical feel with European characteristics. The main problem you’ll encounter is deciding which islands to visit. Don’t worry. You’ll be drawn to return in which case you can visit the islands you missed on your first trip. Here’s a quick synopsis of the islands’ highlights:

The Azores – An Archipelago Jewel in the Atlantic
January 12, 2010
The Azores – An Archipelago Jewel in the Atlantic

The Azores are a Portuguese archipelago comprised of nine volcanic islands that, for some strange reason, are not overrun with tourists. You might remember that there was a famous emergency landing made here in 2001 …

Liechtenstein – The Jewel at the Pulse of Europe
January 6, 2010
Liechtenstein – The Jewel at the Pulse of Europe

Liechtenstein may be the size of a postage stamp, measuring only 6 kilometers from west to east, but despite its size, it is a wonderful place to enjoy a wide range of winter activities. The fourth smallest state in Europe offers the opportunity to glide down snowy hills, wander along spectacular hiking routes, experience tiny mountain villages and see the art collections of the Prince. No visit to Liechtenstein is complete without getting your passport stamped. A unique and popular thing do, each year over 40,000 passports are stamped.

Winter in the Mountains of Alt Bergueda, Catalonia
December 30, 2009
Winter in the Mountains of Alt Bergueda, Catalonia

Less than a two hour drive north from Barcelona is Bergueda, a comarca (or county) in Catalonia, Spain. The capital city, Berga, separates the comarca into the northern half known as Alt Bergueda and the …

Zadar – Croatia's Most Underrated City
December 30, 2009
Zadar – Croatia's Most Underrated City

Zadar is an important Croatian coastal city that has undergone a startling revival in recent years. The musical steps on the waterfront are interesting and express the important relationship this walled city has with the …