Lake Balaton is the largest lake in all of Central Europe, located in the Transdanubian region of Hungary. This lake is a very popular destination for tourists and is referred to as the “Hungarian Sea” by many of the locals. The Zala River feeds into Lake Balaton and Sio is the sole source of outflow […]
Monumental, amazing, powerful. These are attributes which can characterize Spiš Castle, the largest castle ruins in the Slovak Republic and one of the largest castle complexes in Central Europe. The castle was added onto UNESCO’s World Heritage List in 1993. Spiš Castle is spread on an area of more than 4 hectares on a travertine […]
The Slovak Karst National Park (Slovenský kras) lying in the south of Slovakia next to the frontier with Hungary. With 440km2 it is the largest karstic area in Central Europe with the densest concentration of underground forms. There is 1100 caves and abysses, which are inscribed in the UNESCO List of the World Cultural and […]
Rappenlochschlucht – Alploch Gorges are one of the largest gorges in the Eastern Alps, and also in Central Europe. They are located in Austria, near the city of Dornbirn and close to the famous Museum of Rolls-Royce with the largest collection of Rolls-Royce cars in the world. Alploch Gorge, Austria by Bernhard Maeser Both gorges […]
When it comes to finding somewhere to go with your family for an active break, it pays to look at continental Europe. From Sweden’s northern wonderlands to the mountains of Greece and Italy, Europe offers endless possibilities for adventure. Europe, despite being one of the most heavily populated and developed continents in the world, still […]
Lithuania is a country filled with vibrant cities, historic architecture, beautiful scenery and tons of fun festivals! If this stunning place is on your list of places to visit while in Europe, then here are five of the best festivals on offer. Kaunas city days, festival / Photo licensed under the Creative Commons, created by […]
You don’t hear much about Berlin unless you live in Berlin itself. It doesn’t shout about being a great city, even though it has some of the richest and most varied cultures in Europe and beyond. Berlin never jumps out at you as the ideal holiday destination, but here are some reasons why it should. […]
The Top 3 Most Enchanted Castles in Scotland
Scotland has a completely unique history and is unlike any other country. Scotland’s history has been particularly influenced by the Roman Empire and many of its traditions and existing heritage still refers back to Scotland’s medieval period. It was in this period that many of Scotland’s castles were built and these buildings still significantly shape […]
Castle Hotels in Europe: Plan a Royal Trip for You
While most of us dream of owning a castle the truth is many of us can afford to rent a room in a castle for a night or two. A few nights in a converted castle is like nothing else in this world, and if you’re looking for the perfect accommodation for you and your […]
The History of Beaumaris Castle | North Wales, UK
Beaumaris Castle is one of the most popular tourist destinations in North Wales with many visitors from St Davids Holiday Park in North Wales choosing it as their favourite local attraction. Beaumaris Castle is a medieval stone structure built by King Edward I as part of his campaign against the Welsh to conquer north wales. […]
Palmižana – holiday and honeymoon resort on the Island of Rosemary
Palmižana is a resort on the island of St. Klement. If you are visiting Hvar in Croatia then you must pay a visit to Palmižana as well. The island falls into Paklinski archipelago and definitely has beauty to it that leaves visitors awed. If you wish to get there, you can take a boat from […]
Emilia Romagna and Riviera Romagnola: the warm heart of Italy
The better thing to describe the country you’re living is to observe it from a different prospective. Only after you go outside your Home Country you can discover its features and its greatness. This is what happens to Emilia Romagna and Romagna Riviera (better known as Riviera Romagnola) in Italy: every time someone gets back […]
5 Dog Friendly Beaches In And Around St. Ives, Cornwall
For many people, pets are just like family. While parents are always eager to find safe, family-friendly attractions for their children, pet owners are often eager to find pet-friendly destinations outside of the home. If you traveling to St. Ives, you will definitely want to make the beach a priority. Thankfully, there are plenty of […]
Affordable chalet breaks for adrenaline seeking skiers
In mountain resorts across Europe, advanced skiers can test their nerve on a wonderfully varied range of challenging terrain. From steep pistes and deep powder to snow-parks with half-pipes, kickers and rails to hit, Europe’s ski resorts have a massive amount to offer. Although skiing can be an expensive sport, adrenaline-seekers don’t have to break […]
Tips for Planning Your Family Ski Holiday
If you’ve never been on a ski holiday before, booking your first one can be a bit overwhelming. With so much to think about it can be easy to forget something important or get something wrong, and the last thing you want is for your holiday to be ruined because of it! Ski holidays tend […]
The Top 10 European Ski Resorts
Europe remains a key continent for ski enthusiasts, with a proliferation of resorts. It’s fair to say that new resorts are being opened at regular intervals, although the quality of those destinations can vary somewhat. I enjoy a variety of winter sports and have been fortunate enough to visit a number of leading resorts. Here […]
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