Europe Travel – Page 3 – The Travel Masters

February 19, 2015July 10, 2015

Cinque Terre, a route: The Blue Trail

The Cinque Terre are a piece of paradise that belongs to Italy. Under this name identifies a stretch of coast, very jagged, on the Ligurian Riviera, located in the province of La Spezia between Punta Mesco and Punta di Montenero. In this stretch of coast, there are five villages that make up the Cinque Terre in fact, and have: Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore.

Fascinating tourist destination, popular all year round, the Cinque Terre are included as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, as well as being protected marine area. Here also established the Cinque Terre National Park, within which lies one of the most beautiful landscape that offers its visitors. Continue reading “Cinque Terre, a route: The Blue Trail”

February 12, 2015June 6, 2015

What to see in Lucerne: Dance of Death Bridge

Outside the Spreuerbrucke Lucerne looks like an old world place, almost bucolic, the kind of place where lovers medieval might have met on a warm spring day. But crossing the bridge we welcome tens of historical paintings, placed under the roof, with skeletons and the harvester of souls, reminding travelers that every second spent a moment brings us closer to death.

The bridge to the hut was built in the thirteenth century to connect a group of mills to the mainland. During the early times, the mill workers were allowed to unload from their waste into the river, because they were outside the villages. Continue reading “What to see in Lucerne: Dance of Death Bridge”

January 30, 2015November 22, 2016

Croatia: The Euphrasian Basilica in Porec

On the other side of the Adriatic is Croatia, which has much to offer tourists, most of whom are drawn from the sea and its renowned beaches, such as those of Mljet, Medulin and Zlatni Rat, perhaps the most famous of all.

But Croatia is not only for natural beauty, but also cultural attractions, many of which are also close to us, as the Roman amphitheater of Pula, or the smaller town of Cittanova, able to keep within their walls, the vestiges of so much history. Continue reading “Croatia: The Euphrasian Basilica in Porec”

December 18, 2014March 13, 2015

What to see in Wroclaw, Gothic Town Hall of the city

Wroclaw in Poland, is a city of over 600,000 inhabitants in southwestern Poland, towards the borders with the Czech Republic and Germany, just to give a first indication. Crossing the river Oder, the city has always had a troubled history, with lots of invasions of the Tatar, Swedes and Saxons, until after World War II, when the German city since the middle ages, with the whole region of Silesia, was assigned to the Poland as compensation for war.

As the whole of Poland, Wroclaw also is enjoying the economic revival that crosses the country, also because of the low cost of living, and low-cost airlines, which have made it an interest tourist destination in the center of Europe. Continue reading “What to see in Wroclaw, Gothic Town Hall of the city”

November 28, 2014February 12, 2015

Relaxing in Scotland – top travel tips

It’s never a bad idea to travel, is it? If you work hard day in and day out at your office or are too busy in managing your business, either ways you know the importance of getting away from work. Some times all you need to do is pack your bags, leave your phone back home and leave! And when it comes to travelling, what better place that Scotland! Whisky in one hand and a map in other, you are set to achieve peace of mind. Well if you are planning to visit, here are some tips on relaxing in Scotland. While you might know already about some of these tips, some other ones will make your trip more beautiful and memorable.

Do all your bookings in advance!
Yes, there are many travellers who pop in some new place and then find themselves with no place to live in. One must avoid this. To have a smooth trip you must do your planning well in advance. First of all, research about the air tickets. There are various sites online offering different for the same flight. So choose wisely. Following you air ticket bookings, you must research about what are your options to stay there. Reserve apartments well in advance but only after browsing through a number of options. You will find right from cheap budget accommodations to very expensive luxury ones, depending on how much you are ready to spend. Continue reading “Relaxing in Scotland – top travel tips”

October 20, 2014January 23, 2015

Casa do Penedo: Flintstones house in Portugal

There are so many strange building around the world, many different in their being eccentric. Take for example, Osaka, as you can think of making a building with the hole in the middle, or London, where they even built a skyscraper shaped cucumber (to be polite).

The Casa do Penedo in Portugal is definitely strange, but in its simple rusticity, perfectly integrated in the natural environment where it was built in 1974, has since it’s the romantic beauty of simplicity.

Casa do Penedo is located near Fafe, just over 15,000 inhabitants in the north of Portugal, and (of course) owes its name, House of Stone, the four large rocks among which was built in two years, starting from 1972. Continue reading “Casa do Penedo: Flintstones house in Portugal”

October 12, 2014January 8, 2015

What you can not miss if you are in Oslo

Large modern city, completely surrounded by nature: this is Oslo, capital of Norway, from 2007 ranks among the greenest cities in Europe.

Attractions, monuments, parks, beaches, fjords and art galleries make Oslo a tourist destination par excellence, where the tourist can find everything. Let’s see what are the stages missed to mark on your map to learn more about this city.

Oslo is the first city where it takes place every December 10 the award of the Nobel Peace Prize, is therefore a must to visit the Nobel Peace Center. It is a museum that showcases not only the winners of the Nobel Prize, but also the ideals that lie behind this event. In addition, the center is also an arena where promoted cultural and political events, debates and meetings on issues such as peace, war and conflict resolution. Continue reading “What you can not miss if you are in Oslo”

September 13, 2014August 19, 2020

Why You Should Enjoy a Family Holiday in Scotland

Taking the kids on vacation isn’t an easy task, especially when you have a whole brood under eight years old. It’s even more of a hassle when you have very small ones to take care of. Strollers, diaper bags and little hands are difficult enough to handle when you’re just going to the store. But some time away as a family can do wonders for your health and happiness, and it’s great to give your kids a chance to see the world from a young age. The UK is a great place to take the kids, and Scotland is perfect for family fun.

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City or Country?

The great thing about Scotland is the diversity of destinations. You could spend your time on the coast, enjoying seafood and getting out on a boat. Or you could get in touch with nature in the highlands, taking a break from busy cities. But if your kids need lots of activities to keep them entertained, you can visit Edinburgh or Glasgow, where there’s always something happening. Summer in Edinburgh is an especially amazing time, when the Edinburgh Festival has kids’ shows and activities for the entire month of August.

Family-friendly Accommodation

Whether you spend your time in Edinburgh or the highlands, there are lots of options for family-friendly accommodation. Your own private cottage could be the perfect place to stay, with quaint decor and kitted out with cribs, high chairs and other items. Hire a car so you can stay somewhere remote, or stay in the city where you can easily get around with public transport. You can stay in family-friendly hotels too, where you will be provided with all the kids’ hotel essentials. You can even have a lovely kids’ afternoon tea at some hotels, with menus specially tailored for little ones.

Things to Do

When you have a gaggle of little ones with you, it’s best to keep vacation activities short, with frequent breaks. One great thing to do if you’re staying in a town or city is take a tour on a bus. Kids will love riding a big red Edinburgh Bus Tours bus around the city center. Or you could get out on a boat for fun sailing the seas. Kids will love glass-bottomed boats, which give them a chance to marvel at the wildlife below. There are always family events on too, from walks and ghost tours to museums and parks.

Food and Drink

Getting your kids to try the local food can be difficult when you’re on vacation. They’re used to what they get at home, and many little ones are reluctant to try new things. Plus, taking the kids out to dinner can be a hard task. No one wants to be embarrassed in the middle of a restaurant by their noisy children! But there are plenty of family-friendly food and drink establishments in Scotland. Kids will love trying fish and chips or munching on a sweet scone.

September 9, 2014November 29, 2014

The Rheinturm Dusseldorf, the largest digital clock in the world

Completed in 1981, then more than 30 years ago, The Rheinturm Dusseldorf (i.e. Rhine Tower, the historic river of Germany, which “starts” with the spectacular waterfalls of Schaffhausen in Switzerland) is a monolithic tower that stands on the profile of city, which in addition to an obvious practical use for broadcasting TV, radio and more, has a playful side.

The tip of the tower is about 240 meters, while the top floor viable (at least for normal people) is only 174 meters. Not unexpectedly, the tower has a plan for observation, which offers panoramic views of Dusseldorf, 600,000 inhabitants just 40 kilometers away from the beautiful Cologne Cathedral. The Observation Deck is open daily from 10 am until 11:30 pm. Continue reading “The Rheinturm Dusseldorf, the largest digital clock in the world”

August 30, 2014November 29, 2014

Happy Rizzi House in Germany, the happiest house in the world

Described as the world’s happiest home, Happy Rizzi House (Rizzi-Haus) in Brunswick, Germany, is a masterpiece of architecture inspired by the comic, that retaliation is right in the heart of a historic and staid German district.

Almost with pride ahead of the other buildings from the neighborhood, Happy Rizzi House is the vision of New York pop artist James Rizzi (who died in 2011) and the architect Konrad Kloster. Strongly influenced by the spirit and style of Rizzi, the structures are decorated with wild forms and faces colored with bright pink, yellow and green that resemble music videos of the 80s. Continue reading “Happy Rizzi House in Germany, the happiest house in the world”