Liverpool, a Tale of Two Cities
Liverpool is an exciting destination city in the UK that has an important musical heritage most notably with the Beatles and the Mersey Beat. Great nightlife
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Enchanting Experiences in Estonia
To truly understand the country of Estonia, you need to know its history. After being occupied for more than 50 years – first by the Soviet Union, then the Nazis, then the Soviets again – Estonians began the quest for independence. They had no army so they used what they … Read more
Wunderbar Weimar: From Bauhaus to Bach
Weimar is a city made for walking and, if you take an impromptu stroll, at almost every turn you’ll encounter statues, museums and famous buildings linked to the Age of Enlightenment. Located centrally in the German federal state of Thuringia, this UNESCO World Heritage destination was the focal point of … Read more
Thuringia’s Celebrations of the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation
There was a time when the Catholic Church offered absolution from sins in exchange for money – the sale of indulgences. There was a man – Martin Luther, a thinker, a monk and a rebel who fought against the sale of indulgences with his weapon of choice – his words.
Trailing Martin Luther in Thuringia
Martin Luther, the great religious reformer who lived from 1483 to 1546, is one of the most famous figures in German history. Anyone wanting to follow in the footsteps of Martin Luther can visit many of the most important places associated with his life in the German federal state of Thuringia, located in the heart of the country.
Il Palio of Siena
Nothing compares to the thrill that can be experienced in Siena, Italy during summer. This ancient town located in central Tuscany dates back to the 14th century. The fan-shaped Piazza del Campo, the town’s center square and a UNESCO World Heritage site, was used for activities such as jousting, boxing … Read more
Celebrate Winter in Paris
From the TS Editors: I can’t help it. When I hear a new Mylene Farmer disk, I’m like a moth to a flame. At the moment her new c.d. Monkey Me has me captive. Probably unbeknownst to most stateside, Mylene epitomizes the post 80’s French disco angel … her music … Read more
Český Krumlov – Take a Bow
He looked like Santa Claus and I remember him chopping wood in the yard with a cigarette between his bushy lips. I think he had a dog. This random memory of my only visit to Český Krumlov returns as my coach pulls into town. Disembarking, I follow in the footsteps … Read more
Plzen: Craft Beer and Culture Capital
From the padded seat of her delivery cart, Jana Micova takes the reins of her two trusted steeds: Barna and Byka. Stacked neatly behind her are barrels of Pilsner Urquell, which Jana and her fillies will distribute to select pubs across Plzen, some of which have been receiving these horse … Read more
Prague Christmas Markets
One of the most magical things about the holiday season is the way that it completely takes over some of our cities. One of the best cities to visit during this time of year is Prague and its fabulous Christmas markets. Heralded as one of the finest Christmas markets in … Read more
The Signal Festival, Prague
Let’s face it. Summer is all about longer days and later nights. But once fall starts to creep around the bend in late September the days get shorter and the nights end earlier. For many, that loss of light and less down time in the evening is an unwelcome adjustment. … Read more
Moravia, Czech Republic’s Wine Country
Nestled between Austria, Poland and Slovakia, the ancient kingdom of Moravia is relatively unknown and often upstaged by neighboring Bohemia and its capital city of Prague. Moravia is a treasure and arguably one of the best preserved and most historic regions of the Czech Republic. In Southern Moravia the treasures … Read more
Ringing in the Richness of Vienna
The trolley car bell rings as it glides along Ringstrasse, Vienna’s grand boulevard winding around the city center in the shape of a ring. The trolley stops before Volksgarten, and I disembark to enter the majestic garden grounds. The grounds remind me of New York City’s Central Park except this … Read more
48 Hours in Prague
Nicknamed “the golden city of one hundred spires,” Prague looks like something out of a fairy tale and is absolutely one of Europe’s most beautiful cities. Given Prague’s unique history and memorable architecture, it’s no wonder that it’s a UNESCO World Heritage site, drawing over four million visitors each year. … Read more
The Agriturismo Life in Piedmont
If Italy did not exist, surely we would have to conjure her. It’s a land of rustic wines, hearty food, undulating hills, art-filled churches and medieval walled towns populated by some of the most vivacious people on Earth. It’s also a place offering an infinite variety of experiences, destinations waiting … Read more