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.
With its 55,000 inhabitants, Rethymnon is the third largest city in Crete behind Chania and Heraklion. The town has retained the charm of a small town where life is less hectic, preserves and combines two rare features. It is rare to find an old town steeped in history in the immediate vicinity of a long sandy beach. In the process, it has retained its Venetian and...
The Greek island of Kos is one of the most popular holiday destinations in all of Greece, and not without reason. Located in the southern Aegean Sea, near Turkey, the island is very sun-drenched and attracts all those who like to relax on the beach. In addition, it is teeming with ancient cultural sites, magnificent viewpoints and picturesque places that invite you...
Ireland – that is like a stony green in the vastness of the sea. The writer and Nobel Prize winner Heinrich Böll lived on Achill Island and recorded the impressions of his stay in the “Irish Diary”. Green, be this country, very green. But he didn’t just mean the green of the lush meadows, but also the green of Moses and the colors of the...
France is a very tradition-conscious country that offers a lot to discover. The different landscapes of the 13 regions provide plenty of variety. The geographical conditions are so different that nature lovers get their money’s worth. The north of the country has moderate temperatures, while the south has a Mediterranean climate. The eleven largest cities are...
Italy has fascinated as a travel destination for centuries. Whether Lake Garda, Aeolian Islands, Apulia or Venice: Italy inspires with great nature, picturesque lakes, wonderful beaches and cultural highlights that cannot be surpassed. Goethe already praised the country for its lemons. The prince of poets knew what he was writing about. After all, the largest lemons...
France is home to exceptional natural landscapes: a holiday paradise for campers. The natural facets of its more than 632,000 km² of land range from the limestone cliffs of Normandy to the lavender fields of Provence, from the dunes and salt marshes of Nouvelle-Acquitaine to the forests and pink granite coasts of Brittany. Time for a wonderful camping tour through...
Directly on the Adriatic coast of Puglia in Italy lies the municipality of Polignano a Mare. Due to its location by the sea, it is a beautiful location to enjoy the Italian sun by the sea to the fullest. But this place, which is not yet overcrowded with tourists, is also particularly suitable as a starting point for beautiful day trips. One thing in advance: If you...
The former fishing village of Plakias on Crete is a perfect place for holidaymakers who don’t like hustle and bustle and mass tourism. It is located on the south coast of the “Island of the Gods”, and it is about 35 kilometres to the district capital Rethymno. Plakias (Πλακιάς) has been living from tourism for a long time, which is why the place has...
Greece enjoys great popularity among holidaymakers from all over the world. In addition to the rich history in the cultural field, the country also offers a lot of interesting scenic destinations. One reason for the enthusiasm among tourists is the archipelago of the Cyclades. Interesting information about the numerous islands and which places you should definitely...
The French capital Paris is one of the most popular travel destinations in the world. It is also called the City of Light and is known for its fascinating flair and joie de vivre. Paris was founded more than 2000 years ago under the name Lutetia. Today, the vibrant metropolis, which has a population of around 2.2 million, is known for culture, art and fashion...