European Destinations

Amsterdam is a unique City with it being just slightly above sea level, it actually stands on 11 million poles to support the buildings.  However the airport is said to be below sea level!   Amsterdam has more canals than Venice and more bridges than Paris. You can travel 60 miles on the canal within city limits. Probably best to take a bicycle around Amsterdam since there are more bicycles in Amsterdam than there are people!

 Athens is the capital and largest city of Greece. It is one of the world’s oldest cities, and the birthplace of democracy, arts, science and philosophy of western civilization. Enjoy the perfect Mediterranean climate with the legendary Greek sunlight, the unique combination of glorious history with modern, urban innovation, the coexistence of great culture with astonishing natural beauty, shopping, dining and night life. 

 Barcelona is the capital and largest city of the autonomous community of Catalonia, in Spain. Their annual Midsummer festival in June kicks off the summer season. Barcelona’s summers pulsate with neighborhood parties, festivals and activities. The nights are the perfect time to go for a stroll in the cool air and discover magical things to do. The hot weather invites you to take a dip in the ocean and swimming pools.  

 Munich is the third largest city in Germany, the capital of the German state of Bavaria, and is Germany's lifestyle capital. It boasts one of the country's most beautiful squares at the heart of the city and home to the Old and New Town Halls, beer hall or the iconic Church of Our Lady with its green dome-crested towers. Browsing the stalls of the Victuals Market is a feast for the senses, while the luxury shopping boulevards are designed for those with an appreciation of the finer things in life. 

 Florence is in Central Italy and the capital of the Tuscany region. Florence's museums, palaces, and churches house some of the greatest artistic treasures in the world. You could try out a walking tour of the city with a guide, visit the Arno River, go on a shopping spree, eat out at great restaurants, and try all the gelato flavors.  Don’t leave Florence without doing some wine tasting. You can join a class in town or go on a half or full day tour into Chianti, Montalcino or Montepulciano to taste great Tuscan wines. 

 London is the capital and largest city of England and the United Kingdom. Explore the city on sightseeing tours, soak up culture at museums and galleries, or choose from the many free things to do. Treat yourself on famous shopping streets or celebrate special occasions at world-class theatre shows, restaurants and bars. Explore London from above on the modern London Eye. See the famous Crown Jewels, and the iconic White Tower at the historic Tower of London. You could soak up some culture at the London museums, visit the Queen at Buckingham Palace, or take the perfect picture with Big Ben. 

 Paris is the capital of France. Discover the region’s museums, monuments, shows, gastronomy, parks and gardens, shopping, spots, cruise the Seine River and much more. This pre-eminent cultural capital features a number of major exhibitions at the Louvre and other museums in the region, while local treasures such as the Chateau Versailles, the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte and the medieval city of Provins offer an impressive line-up of events. Explore the famous avenue of Champs-Élysées. 

 There are many cities and regions to explore in Portugal, with Lisbon being the most popular. Lisbon is the capital of Portugal and a historical city full of stories to tell, where the sun shines 290 days a year and the temperature rarely drops below 60°F. A city where you feel safe wandering around day or night, where the cuisine is dedicated to creating over a thousand ways to cook the beloved bacalhau (salted cod), and where you’ll find hotels and restaurants to suit every taste, budget and need. 

 Rome is the capital city of Italy and is one of the most visited cities in the world. Rome was called the “Eternal City” by the ancient. Exploring the city center by foot surrounded by glorious monuments and colossal remains takes you back in time to the “glory that was Rome”. There is much to see and explore in Rome, including the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps and the glorious monuments found in beautiful city within a city – The Vatican. 

 Venice is a city in Italy, built upon a group of 118 small islands that are divided by channels and linked together with bridges. Crowds of people from all over the world swarm into Venice in order to experience the romantic emotions that seem to flow in the water of its lagoon. The best way to explore Venice is to get lost in the secret meanders of the city, Venice is the birthplace of Antonio Vivaldi and is a Monument of World Heritage. Romance is displayed in the canals of Venice along with the gondoleros transferring travelers along the Grand Canal.  St Mark's Square, the “piazza”, is in the heart of Venice. 

 Vienna is the capital of Austria. It is the city of music, art, culture, and fine food. Vienna is old, yet new. Start your exploration in the center of the old city. Take a Guided tours of both St. Stephen's Cathedral and the catacombs below, as well as the Vienna State Opera. Explore the famous summer palace’s show rooms on a grand tour with audio guide. Visit a uniquely Viennese style wine tavern.  Vienna is the world’s only major city producing its own wines within city limits.