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Travel for European counties: Europe
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Poland |
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The Republic of Poland is located at the center of
Europe and covers an area comparable to that of New
Mexico. Although it is characterized primarily by
lowland plains, its landscape includes mountain ranges,
freshwater lake districts, primeval forests and more
than 325 miles of seacoast. Warsaw, the capital, abounds
in memorable attractions: the Old Town, the Barbican
defense walls, the Royal Castle, the baroque glories of
Wilanów and the Ghetto Memorial. |
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Portugal |
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An independent kingdom since 1143, Portugal established
its continental frontiers in 1297 and is among the
oldest nations in Europe. Situated on the extreme
southwest corner of Europe, in the Iberian Peninsula,
Portugal's position on the Atlantic coast soon
determined our attraction to the sea. |
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Romania |
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Romania's capital Bucharest — known for its wide, tree
lined boulevards, glorious Belle Époque buildings and
reputation for the high life — was once known as "Little
Paris". Transylvania is perhaps Romania's best-known
province, immortalized in legend, literature and film as
the homeland of Dracula. |
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Slovakia |
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Some of Slovakia's most famous natural beauty lies in
the karst regions of limestone canyons and caves, which
cover some 1158 square miles. Best known are the Slovak
Karst, the ‘ice cave' and the Aragonite Cave in Ochtina,
all UNESCO World Heritage sites. |
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Slovenia |
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A green and diverse country between the Alps and the
Mediterranean, Slovenia boasts all the beauties of the
old world. You can ski in the morning and surrender
yourself to the luxury of the Adriatic Sea in the
afternoon. You can breakfast with herdsmen on the
mountain meadow and end your evening in a richly stocked
wine cellar at the edge of the Pannonian plain. You can
travel through time all day long in museums, castles,
churches, and art galleries and enjoy the evening out in
one of Europe's best casinos |
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Spain |
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History has left its traces everywhere in a country with
a unique legacy: Prehistoric caves, Roman remains,
Jewish and Arabic architecture. The awesome bloom of
Roman and Gothic art, followed by the finest examples of
Baroque and Neoclassical architecture, are just some
examples of the diversity that can be found in Spain.
Not surprisingly, 30 Spanish sites are considered World
Heritage sites by UNESCO. This contrasts with the
thriving new trends in architecture that attract ever
more tourists, like the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao or
the City of Arts and Sciences in Valencia. The art
experience in Spain is completed by its extensive offer
of museums, featuring the best from the classics to the
most avant-garde painters and sculptors. Bravo Spain! |
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Sweden |
Stockholm is an easily walkable city where visitors feel
immediately at home. Almost everyone is fluent in
English. Younger Stockholmers set the tone for the
city's night life. The city's many restaurants offer
great variety and high standards. Swedish chefs have won
many prizes in recent years in contests with Europe's
best. You cannot escape modern Swedish design, now
enjoying a renaissance with many young designers and
artists.
Beyond Stockholm, Sweden's attractions range from the
Ice Hotel and the Sami people's reindeer roundups in
Lapland to the design trails in Småland in the southern
part of the country where the world-famous glassworks
like Orrefors and Kosta can be visited. |
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Switzerland |
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Zurich is Switzerland's largest city. Though not its
capital, Zurich is the country's leading business and
financial center and considered one of Europe's
trendiest destinations. The French-speaking city of
Geneva at Lake Geneva is home to the United Nations
European headquarters, as well as a host of other major
international organizations. Also on the lake are
Lausanne, known for its cathedral and Olympic Museum,
and Montreux, home of the summer jazz festival. Lucerne,
on an idyllic lake surrounded by the Alps, is known for
its medieval wooden bridge and its Water Tower. Basel is
the northern gateway to Switzerland and is known as the
cultural heart of the country, with nearly 30 museums, a
vibrant art scene, and a marvelously preserved old town.
Bern, the capital of Switzerland, is the home of the
Swiss federal government and parliament. |
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Turkey |
There are many sites to enjoy and explore, such as
Istanbul, a magical city; Izmir, center of resorts and
archaeological attractions; Central Anatolia, with the
modern capital of Ankara; the ancient rock-carved cities
of Cappadocia; and Konya, mythic city of the Whirling
Dervishes. In addition to these famous places, Turkey
offers the Turquoise Coast, with the sunny beaches and
clear blue water of the Mediterranean; the Black Sea
region, with lovely untouched beaches and fishing
villages; and Eastern Turkey where vast mountain scenery
and the remains of ancient civilizations invite
exploration. Turkey is also the setting for the Blue
Voyage. One can explore archaeological remains of
ancient civilizations from the sea rather than from the
land. Turkey has everything to make your visit most
enjoyable. We are waiting to welcome you.
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