Tag: Europe
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Travel Tips: Rome
Rome, the Eternal City, is a destination like no other. There is so much to see and do, and you will be surrounded by welcoming locals, fabulous food and wine, and amazing sights of history and faith. Follow our bite-sized travel tips for hitting the highlights and most iconic sights of Rome, and remember to…
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Travel Info: Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik truly lives up to its nickname, “the pearl of the Adriatic.” It is situated in a stunning setting on a promontory that juts out into the Adriatic Sea, with gorgeous panoramic scenery in every direction. With views of the sea, red tiled roofs, the historic walls, narrow stone streets, pebbly beaches, and quaint seaside
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Travel Info: Venice
Venice is a magical city by day, and even more so by night. From its quaint narrow streets with twists and turns, to little bridges over the shadowy canals, the huge and popular St Mark’s Square, and all the boats on the Grand Canal, Venice is enchanting. Venice is famous for its canals, architecture, culture,…
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Travel Info: Florence
Florence is a beautiful city in the heart of Tuscany, known for art and architecture, music, cuisine, and shopping. With cathedrals, monuments, and museums, quaint streets and fun outdoor cafés, it is both romantic and fun. To top it all off, you’ll enjoy Italian cuisine and wines.
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Travel Info: Malta
Malta is a small, sunny island in the middle of the Mediterranean, between Sicily and the north coast of Africa. With a blend of European, Mediterranean, and African influences, Malta has a unique personality and history. From the 1500’s to the 1800’s, the Knights of St John crusaders built churches, castles, palaces, fortresses, walled cities,…
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Travel Info: Dublin
Dublin, Ireland is one of our absolutely favorite places to visit. We recommend Dublin especially to Americans, but we haven’t met anyone around the world who doesn’t love this city. They speak English, it is a wonderful capital city full of history and fun, it’s small enough to find your way around to all the…
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3 Things to Know About Off-Season Travel in Europe
Are you planning for some off-season travel in Europe? Here are 3 things to know before you go, for the reality of planning a trip during the winter months in the northern hemisphere. Off-season is considered November through March, with wiggle room on either side, depending on how far north or south your European destination…
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Travel Info: Prague
Prague is a beautiful city, bursting with old world charm and history, from its winding cobblestone streets, majestic cathedrals, and quaint eateries. It is a uniquely well-preserved large medieval city, as its splendid architecture escaped damage during WWII. The Vltava River runs through Prague, and the haunting statues on the Charles Bridge help provide a…
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Lingo: Around Europe in Sixty Languages
Lingo: Around Europe in Sixty Languages, by Gaston Dorren Non-Fiction, Language, Linguistics, History, Cultural Lingo: Around Europe in Sixty Languages is an entertaining read with short chapters about the variety of languages across Europe. The book is full of fun facts, including an overview of how geography, religion, and history have influenced each language. This…
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German Wine Country: Mini Adventures
My Many Mini Adventures: The Story of Shamrock the Mini First stop in German Wine Country, by Rocky Shamrock The Beginning Shamrock, or Rocky for short, a British Racing Green Mini Countryman, was ready to hit the open road. After being a dealer car for a few months, being loaned out to zip around until…