Sometimes you just need to wait for the oppressive heat of the summer to fade away before you can truly enjoy some of Europe’s best locations. With a family in tow, avoiding the heat can be even more important, especially with little ones.
Budapest, Hungary’s capital, is a striking city many may overlook. Between the merger of three cities–Buda, Pest and Óbuda–this city has an interesting history which shows in the culture, food and buildings.
Whatever romance and adventure looks like to you and your significant other, there’s something for every couple in Europe. Whether it’s witnessing gorgeous landscapes, discovering new foods, partaking in outdoor activities or walking through historic cities, Europe has it all.
A spot of good news for beer fans! As of May 18, Bavaria’s beloved beer gardens are once again allowed to throw open the gates to their leafy green grounds.
Between hiking through mountains and kayaking on pristine lakes, Germany has no shortages of outdoor activities. Its beautiful nature is the reason the term the “great outdoors” was invented.
The Castle District of Budapest sprawls majestically on the hilly bank of the Danube on the Buda side of the city. First occupied more than 700 years ago, Castle Hill provided safe high ground for King Bela IV.
All aboard! Taking a river cruise down the picturesque Danube River offers passengers an ideal way to witness its many splendors even on a quick day trip!
THE DANUBE RIVER
Jazz Open Stuttgart
July 4-14 in Stuttgart
Headline acts performing at this year’s edition include Bob Dylan, Sting, Christina Aguilera & Aloe Blacc, Chick Corea and Bobby McFerrin.
The history of hot springs in Budapest goes back to Roman times. Ever since the Romans colonized the area around the Danube River valley, where Budapest is located, inhabitants have used the thermal hot springs to relax and bathe in its healing properties.