Europe

New Year’s Eve in Vienna
2014-07-23

Champagne toasts, celebrating the night away and waiting for that magical moment when the clock strikes twelve. This is what New Year’s Eve is all about. Imagine how much more spectacular all of those things would be aboard a luxurious river cruise that rings in 2015 in Vienna, Austria. Captivating views of glimmering landscapes and […]

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Check out Collette’s Spectacular Holiday tours!
2014-07-08

Collette offers several holiday tours including both U.S. and European destinations. Experience once-in-a-lifetime holiday traditions from all around the world.  Embark on a glorious holiday adventure through the traditional Christmas markets of Central Europe. Soak up the scenery of the beautifully decorated southern towns. These unique tours combine the excitement of the season with fun […]

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2014 Christmas Market Cruises in Europe with AMA Waterways
2014-06-24

The heart of Europe is transformed into a magical winter wonderland during the holidays. The best way to see extravagantly decorated European cities, snow-capped villages glittering along historic riverbanks, and renowned Christmas Markets is on an AmaWaterways river cruise. Let us take care of all of your accommodations, dining and other needs so that you […]

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I’d like to spin the wheel, please.
2014-06-17

From Dublin to London to Rome and beyond, learn more about Collette’s collection of European tours. This is a place that breathes life. Every corner of every city—London, Paris, Barcelona, Rome, Dublin, Lisbon—oozes the kind of culture that transforms even the most seasoned traveler Collette tours to Europe include:     Shades of Ireland, 10 […]

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Cunard Line Announces Mediterranean Spotlight Sale
2014-06-05

Free Balcony Upgrades, Free Gratuities and Free Bottle of Wine Now Through 30 June WHAT:  Guests interested in exploring the beautiful Mediterranean aboard one of Cunard Line’s magnificent Queens – flagship Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoriaand Queen Elizabeth– can receive a Free Balcony Upgrade, Free Gratuities and a Free Bottle of Wine on select voyages […]

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Where Europeans go on vacation, once they leave their country
2014-02-24

Where Europeans go on vacation, once they leave their country By Jason Karaian and David Yanofsky Many people’s dream vacations involve travel to distant, exotic lands. But the reality is that most people take their holidays close to home. Europeans, for example, tend not to stray very far, generally seeking out the nearest sunny spot […]

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World’s Largest Cruise Ship to Summer in Europe
2014-02-07

  Theresa Norton Masek – TravelPulse Royal Caribbean International’s Allure of the Seas — which edges out its sister ship Oasis of the Seas as the world’s largest — will spend summer 2015 sailing in Europe from Barcelona. The 5,400-passenger, 225,282-gross-ton ship will depart every Sunday starting May 24, 2015, on seven-night cruises to Palma […]

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Germany Turns to Fine Arts in 2014
2014-02-07

  James Ruggia – TravelPulse The fine arts will take center stage in Germany with major celebrations and developments in the arts. Düsseldorf will celebrate the Biennial Schumannfest and host the Quadriennale Düsseldorf 2014 Fine Arts Festival; Leipzig is opening more space in the Mendelssohn House; and Hamburg will host its first Tanzbiennale festival of […]

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Most Welcoming European City is …
2013-12-06

A visa, toothpaste, spare underwear.  All essentials for a decent vacation. But what about something less substantial — a pleasant welcome when you arrive? After all, the friendliness of the people you meet often determines whether your memories of a place are fond or foul. Now welcomes have been rated. Read more

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7 of Europe’s Most Beautiful Villages
2013-11-14

The notion of postcard-perfect villages steeped in old-world charm has inspired centuries of travelers to fan out across Europe, seeking its secluded hamlets. As a result, the continent’s scenic spots rarely remain hidden for long. It doesn’t take much to make a charming village feel uncomfortably popular. Consider the five fishing villages that make up […]

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