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.
Roland Kaiser already sang in his song “Santa Maria” about the longing that the Portuguese Atlantic island triggers in many travellers. The small island of about 5,000 inhabitants is not usually in the spotlight. It is not only the geologically oldest island in the Azores, but also offers good conditions for a relaxing holiday with its unique geology...
Surrounded by more than 1,000 kilometers of coastline, Crete offers stunning beaches surrounded by mountains that rise over 2,400 meters high. Crete is unlike any other island in Greece. It is the largest of all the Greek islands and even one of the largest islands in the entire Mediterranean. The main attractions in Crete are the incredibly beautiful beaches and the...
Unfortunately, it is not yet clear to what extent large holiday trips will be possible again in the coming summer. It is therefore worthwhile to plan spontaneously. City trips are particularly suitable for this, because you can see and experience a lot in a short time. Along with London, Paris and Rome, Amsterdam is one of the top destinations for city trips in...
Whether cycling, hiking or running – Bavaria is made for the most popular outdoor sports. For good reason, many excursionists are drawn to the mountains on sunny weekends, because the southern regions along the Alps in particular are known far beyond the borders for their varied areas. We have summarized a few of the best leisure ideas here. Cycling through...
When the author Franziska Consolati talks about her travels on her blog, you don’t get to know classic holiday reports. The reader is taken on an eventful story by her narrative style. For example, you can literally hear the tension crackle when, for example, you sit still in the eye of an elephant in the African steppe. After reporting on her trip to Mongolia...
What distinguishes Germany from many other Western European countries is the great variety of castles, palaces, manor houses and estates. Neither was there ever a truly anti-monarchical movement in Germany that destroyed these cultural treasures, nor were they a target of the Allies in the Second World War. Accordingly, beautiful castles and palaces can still be...
The Dolomites, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, are located in the very north of Italy and extend over the regions of South Tyrol/South Tyrol-Trentino, Veneto and Veneto. They are squeezed between the mountains of Austria and the plains of Italy that lead to the Mediterranean Sea. This means contrasting landscapes and climatic conditions – imagine...
Italy is a destination for all the senses: lively cities, beautiful landscapes, culinary delights and, last but not least, world-famous wine. As a wine country, Italy is remarkable in several respects: Italy is one of the most important wine producers in the world and the cradle of Western European viticulture: with the Romans, wine came to Germany and many other...
An active holiday is a wonderful change from the frequent sitting in everyday office life. If you want to get to know great regions and become active, you don’t necessarily have to travel far away. Germany has a variety of beautiful holiday regions to offer, which invite you to get active and explore the fascinating nature. From farm holidays to hiking holidays...
The island of Föhr may not be one of the most famous Frisian islands, but it has long been an insider tip for those who want to take a relaxing holiday away from the hustle and bustle of the mainland. In fact, the island is best known for the many youth camps and school trips, as it combines the Wadden Sea experience and Frisian islands with the great sea air and...