“Traveling—it leaves you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller.” —Ibn Battuta
I agree! And on a broader scope, I’d like to say that European travel is always a good idea. Replete with ancient ruins, historic sites, cultural attractions, and breathtaking natural landscapes, there are many reasons to visit this beautiful continent. Here are just a few.
When thinking of tropical locations or relaxation vacations, most people talk about warm sun beating down on their skin, clear, blue ocean waters, and white sand between their toes. But what about pink sand between your toes?
Searching for the best food in Italy is like choosing the most magnificent peak in the Rockies. That’s why this mouthwatering journey across “The Boot” isn’t taking you to the country’s “best;” instead, we’re aiming for authenticity, like the small, family-run cheese shops of Emilia Romagna and the famed home of Tuscany’s Prince of Salumi.
Writer A.A. Milne once said, “Rivers know this: there is no hurry. We shall get there someday.” Such is the case when embarking on a river cruise. Along the way you’ll dock at the very center of quaint villages and cosmopolitan cities, allowing you to step off the boat and into history.
Are you looking for a luxury honeymoon destination? Whether you want to relax on a pristine beach, escape to a far-away island, or cozy up beneath pure wool blankets, here are our picks for an ultra-romantic luxurious honeymoon.
One of my favorite things about the West of Ireland is the jaw-dropping landscapes. Rugged vistas lined by stone walls surround you here, and its the best place in the country to get a real glimpse of traditional Irish culture.
Considered the heart and soul of Central Europe, the majestic Danube River is over 1,700 miles long and travels through ten countries. From its origin in Germany’s Black Forest, to where it empties into the Black Sea, history has been made all along the shores of this scenic river, and rising from its banks are some of Europe’s most glorious cities.
Travel is meant to transport you — to other places, obviously, but also sometimes to other times, other worlds, other possibilities. These four utterly unique hotels are full of the magic, mystery, and wonder that travel embodies. These are places you might never want to leave!
AmaWaterway’s Gems of Southeast Europe River cruises are among my favorite travel experiences, so, last July, I took an AmaWaterways river cruise so I could visit Southeastern Europe, a part of Europe I I hadn’t been to.
Have you ever thought of visiting Ireland during the holidays? This Story Map, Story Map courtesy of the Ard na Sidhe Country House in Co. Kerry, Ireland, will guide you to some of the country’s most enchanting holiday celebrations.
Whether you’re planning a proposal or you’re looking to rekindle the spark in a long-term relationship, there’s nothing quite like a beach to bring out the romantic in us.