Travel in Europe is still in vogue and the respective destinations enjoy numerous facets. They range from the mystical regions of Iceland to the idyllic islands of the Greek Cyclades. Spain, Portugal with the Azores, Italy and France are among the preferred countries.
Istanbul is a modern city and yet visitors dive deep into the past. The metropolis on the Bosphorus is packed with historical sights of all eras. Bazaars, stalls and street vendors line the streets of the old town and in the new town noble boutiques await wealthy customers. In between, the tram chugs and the ferries and excursion boats meander through the harbor...
Valencia was founded by the Romans in 138 BC. Later, the Moors came and christened it “City of Joy” – an attribute that fits today more than ever: Valencia is not only making a name for itself with a bombastic cathedral, with the most beautiful European Art Nouveau market hall and a venerable city center – a visit to the Ciutat de les Arts i...
Madrid is one of Europe’s most popular city destinations and is ideal for those interested in culture, shopping enthusiasts and generally adventurous people. The capital of Spain with its more than three million inhabitants captivates with magnificent boulevards, imposing squares, numerous parks and several top-class museums. Madrid is located in Castile, in...
Visible from afar, like the crown of a wall, Castel del Monte rests on a hill. In the immense plain of Puglia , the castle declares itself to be a dominant landmark. The people call it the “Belvedere” or the “Balcony of Puglia”. The name “Stone Crown of Puglia” is more appropriate. The Hohenstaufen Castle was built in 1240 under...
The island of Rügen is the land of the painter Casper David Friedrich, the land of castles and graceful spa architecture – the wide land by the sea. Important artists were inspired by the beauty of this island: rugged rocky coasts, extensive sandy beaches with white dune chains, lively seaside resorts and a magnificent coastal landscape form a varied landscape...
Sometimes idyllically enraptured; sometimes wine-blessed, cheerful – the enchanting landscape on Lake Constance presents itself as diverse and multifaceted. Churches, castles, medieval towns, sun-drenched vineyards and blooming islands – the Swabian Sea seems to have sprung from a picture book. Welcome to one of the most beautiful and oldest cultural landscapes...
The city of Strasbourg is located in Alsace, in the east of France. It is located on the Ill. Numerous institutions such as the European Parliament or the European Court of Human Rights are located in Strasbourg. For this reason, it also sees itself as “Europe’s capital”. The special thing about Strasbourg is also the well-preserved old town from...
The origins of the historic metropolis date back to the 12th century. Subsequently, the city gained in importance mainly due to its international port, which was long one of the most important in the world. It has also made a name for itself as an important starting point for emigrant ships to America. At the same time, the historic harbour structure is a UNESCO...
It is not only the famous “White Nights” that make St. Petersburg an extraordinary city with a relatively young history. Built by a despotic tsar who wanted to make the city a second Moscow, St. Petersburg is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site with its more than 2300 castles, palaces and magnificent buildings. Even today, the Church of the Resurrection with...
Cyprus – This island has always aroused desires. For centuries it was not good intentions that came with the foreigners, but since vacationers have populated the sunny shores, the Cypriots are happy to be “conquered”. Income from tourism is an important source of well-being in the still divided country. The Republic of Cyprus comprises the southern...