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Bassano Del Grappa is a perfect blend of history, culture, and striking scenery, all within easy reach for a rewarding day trip from Vicenza, Aviano or Venice.
For almost 1,000 years, the Reichsburg Trifels (Trifels Castle) has sat above the town of Annweiler. Today, the Trifels Castle offers concert events, children’s tours and other special events.
As I ran my hand across the cool stone of Schwäbisch Hall, I imagined the labor it took to build this place. How many lives did it take to stack these walls? Who stood guard in the towers? What did they see coming over the hills?
Youth writer Reagan M. took a jam-packed road trip from Germany to England! Find out what this middle-schooler enjoyed the most.
If searching for the thrill of Greece without breaking the bank, consider a trip to Thessaloniki which offers views, food and history for roughly half the price (and half the crowds)!
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Seiffen is a small German town near the Czechia border. My husband and I decided to take a trip for one three-day weekend.
Youth writer Kendall R. shares their favorite vacation spot in Europe: A place full of sun, pools, sand and gentle sea breezes!
Set against the stunning backdrop of Carinthia’s Lake Ossiach and mountains around the city of Villach, the Carinthian Summer Festival offers a tantalizing program of music, literature and dance with over fifty events.
Would you have been a commoner or a noble in medieval Germany? Find out what life was like during the Middle Ages at these castles and open-air museums.
The Rhine River has long been a source of inspiration for people. From winemakers to storytellers and poets, a trip along the Rhine will be sure to include tales of epic battles, alluring sirens atop dangerous rocks and river robberies.
Here is your resource to finding historical-reenactment festivals in 2025 near you. Figure out how to find small local fairs and huge multi-day themed events.
Ortigia is a city that is not something to be missed, whether you are on vacation or living on the island.
You will have the opportunity to taste the competition at the Kraków Pierogi Festival from Aug. 14-17, 2025
UMGC Field Study students experienced the city through Hemingway’s footsteps and were transported back to the time of the Spanish Civil War.
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