Taking a short break in Europe is often a fascinating pastime; taking all the scenery in and visiting the endless amounts of towns, villages and cities on offer, but there are certain groups of people who want to make it a more exciting and memorable experience. This group I’m talking about are those who love […]
Hallstatt is a small village in Upper Austria situated on the shores of Lake Hallstätter See. The whole surrounding area of Hallstatt-Dachstein and even the whole period was named after this village. You surely remember Hallstatt Period from history books (or at least those of you living in the Central Europe). Indicates the period roughly […]
Mont Blanc is the highest mountain in the Alps and it is also the highest mountain of European Union countries. Mont Blanc peak reaches an altitude of 4810 m. The mountain is located between the regions of Aosta Valley in Italy, and Haute-Savoie in France. Under the Mont Blanc massif leads one of the main […]
Tomášovský výhľad (Tomas’ view) is a rock terrace cliff situated at 680m above see level which offers amazing view of the mouth of Biely creek and Hornád river. During the good weather it is possible to see the peaks of High Tatras – the most important moutain range in Slovakia. This rock cliff is one […]
Poulnabrone Dolmen, one of the symbols of the Emerald Isle, is probably the most photographed megalithic monuments in Ireland. This “hole of sorrows” is located in the western part of the country, in the Burren, County Clare. It was built during the Neolithic period, approximately in 3200BC. Poulnabrone Dolmen is a portal tomb, which consists […]
Walibi Belgium is a famous amusement park in Belgium. It is located in the central part of the country, southeast of Brussels, in the city of Wavre. Walibi Belgium was opened on 26th July 1975. It is a medium sized park where all the people from children to older one can find fun. In total […]
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. […]
Plitvice Lakes – largest and most popular national park in Croatia
For those who don’t know, Plitvice Lakes is a national park that holds following feathers to its cap: Most significant national park in 8 of Croatia’s. One of 5 fascinating waterfalls in the world. First natural place as part of UNESCO World Heritage Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia by 29cm There are approximately 200 beautiful […]
Five Memorable Experiences In Corfu
Corfu is one of the most popular Greek islands and a hit with both couples and families alike. While children love the wet and wild waterparks for adults it’s a rich and varied history that attracts them to the island and we’re not just talking Ancient Greek remains, but also the childhood home of England’s […]
7 Things You Need to Know When Visiting Tavira Island | Portugal
Tavira Island is an eleven kilometers long island that lies South of the Tavira town, off the coast in Portugal. Tavira island translates to llha de Tavira in Portuguese. The island width varies between 100 m to 1 km. Algarve is known for the best beaches found on the 11 km of the island. It’s […]
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 […]
7 Of The Best French Ski Resorts For 2013
France is the most popular tourist destinations in the world. According to the UNWTO, 79.5 million tourists arrived in France in 2011. From Paris and Versailles to the French Riviera and the Alps, France abounds in tourist attractions. For Britishers, France has been the traditional destination for skiing holidays. Each year, millions of British tourists […]
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