With its great cities, rich museums and small, hilltop towns, Europe will always hold an allure for Canadians. But it can be expensive given our suffering loonie. It also can get mighty crowded in summer. So here are some ideas for visiting both well-known and less-visited destinations in Europe this year.
The big event in Germany this year is the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation. The Reformation began in 1517 when Martin Luther, a priest and professor of theology, wrote and published his 95 theses, questioning the corrupt ways of the Catholic Church.
Italy — with more culture, crowds and chaos per square kilometre than anywhere else in Europe — is most enjoyable when you’re up-to-date on its sightseeing and infrastructure news.
DUBLIN — Guinness is inviting its first sleepover guest in the Dublin brewery’s 258-year history — by transforming its rooftop bar into a penthouse with the city’s most panoramic view.
Three of Europe’s best-organized countries for sightseeing, France, Belgium, and the Netherlands, are better than ever this year, with new people-friendly zones, spiffed-up sights, and comforting security improvements for 2017.
Both Spain and Portugal have interesting stories to tell and interesting cultures to share. Here’s some travel news for those visiting in 2017.
Dozens of goats blocking a mountain road. An elderly woman's shy smile from her doorway along a cobblestone street. The flapping of a Turkish flag at first light from my cabin window. These and hundreds of other engaging memories linger from my sunny seven-night cruise "exploring the hidden gems of the Aegean" aboard the Celestyal Crystal.
I looked up and stopped breathing.
HELSINKI -- A children's event at the National Opera kicked off a year of festivities in Finland to celebrate 100 years of independence from Russia.
Every summer, Europe greets a stampede of sightseers. Instead of jumping into the peak-season pig pile, consider planning a trip for the off-season -- generally that means November through March. Here are some things to know when planning a winter trip: