Venice during Carnevale is a whole other world, but, realistically, what should you expect? Our Stripes Europe writer shares the details.
There are fantastic art museums all over Europe, but one of my favorite ways to consume art is through street art and graffiti.
With historical roots from the Venetian Carnival and Austrian civil celebrations, the International Rijeka Carnival festivities have taken on a life of their own.
Every year images of the past descend on Bastogne, Belgium to celebrate Nuts Weekend when Allied forces declined to surrender at a turning point in the Battle of the Bulge.
In Venice, Carnival has its own unique traditions, including the famous masks. Here is what to expect.
Held in the seventh week before Easter, Swabian Fastnacht events are rich in tradition (dating as far back as the 1500s), with colorful costumes, street parades, guild calls and a large dose of mischief.
Plan a unique holiday this year at an archaeology dig in the U.K. with a single-day experience or multi-day immersion in the trenches.
Take a trip to Belfast for a look at the city’s place in history and for a look toward the future.
Here are eight incredible long-distance hikes across Europe to incorporate into your next active vacation.
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While three nights might not seem like enough, my spouse and I were able to hit a lot of highlights during our time in Prague.
Inside an Italian kitchen, cooking isn’t just about the food; it’s about simplicity, rhythm and tradition.
Spend a day wandering Würzburg. See the royal decor in the Würzburg residence, stop at the bridge pub for bridge wine and step into history at the Marienberg Fortress
Its long and eventful past has led to Frankfurt becoming a diverse, international cultural hub where there is something for everyone who goes there.
Here is your resource to finding historical-reenactment festivals in 2026. Figure out how to find small local medieval fairs, huge multi-day Middle Ages festivals and the best Ren Faire for you in Europe.
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