Destination by region

World-famous, beautiful, charming and exciting, the Alps often sound more like movie stars than mountains. Austria, France, Germany, Italy, Slovenia and Switzerland each offer an assortment of winter and summer sports, National Parks, and scenic tours on this legendary mountain range arcing 750 miles from Genoa to Vienna. Sample the region’s richly flavored mountain cheeses, […]

Sophisticated urban culture blends masterfully with extraordinary natural beauty across the five countries of Scandinavia. Gaze across pastoral lowlands and sweeping beaches that give way to dramatic peaks, dense forests and lakes. Absorb the cultural legacy of music, literature, design, and palaces and museums that impress even the most refined hearts and minds. Witness natural […]

Born of two tributaries joining in the Alps, the Rhine is one of Europe’s great rivers. The Rhine Valley region holds inspiring beauty and rich cultures that blossomed along fertile banks. Visitors savor wine fermented from the finest local grapes. Inspiring landscapes worthy of portraits surround you. Gentle cruises bring curious travelers to charming riverside towns […]

Stunning waterfront, fierce storms and a storied past run deep with this legendary body of water. The Romans, Vikings, and World War II all left a remarkable legacy along these shores, proving The North Sea is perfect for sea-lovers and culture-seekers alike. Follow the North Sea Cycle Route and the North Sea Trail to coastal […]

Bewitching scenery and irresistible tastes add to a dramatic culture you can touch, smell, see and savor in the Mediterranean. Relax beneath the sun on miles of renowned beaches. March into towns steeped in crusader history dotted among scrubland and cliffs plunging into clear water. Stand where legendary Greek mythology inspired and mystified civilization for […]

From large to small, north to south, thousands of islands scatter the coasts of European countries giving rise to ports and shores to explore. Witness the Aurora Borealis from the cliffs of the Svalbard Islands and embrace the raw landscape and bracing climate of the North and Baltic Seas. Watch whales and dolphins from the Azores. Discover […]

For more than a million years, people have developed distinct cultures and traditions on the Iberian Peninsula. Separated from France by the towering Pyrenees Mountains, this region’s history and culture frequently evolved with an often-iconic non-European character. Expose your senses to the flavorful food, wine, art and enticing climate of Spain and the lively urban centers and […]

In the heart of Europe rests an inviting culture teeming with historic sites, classical music, fine art, and inspiring landscapes. Stroll among the grand gardens of Germany and sample Bavarian beer, wurst, and fabulous breads. Go back in time in the town of Krakow, left practically untouched by World War II.Stand before the White Carpathians and let your […]

Stretched across Central and Eastern Europe, the vivid scenery of the Carpathian Mountains has inspired civilizations for centuries. Distinctive cultures, art and architecture, and immaculate gardens show a heritage influenced by the dramatic topography. Let your eyes dance across the fairy-tale skylines and medieval streets of Prague. Cherish Serbia’s Orthodox monasteries, beautifully built and decorated […]

East meets West in a tempting blend of culture along these exotic shores. Breathe the same air where the Greeks, earliest Christians, and the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires flourished ages ago. Make a modern-day pilgrimage to the Sumela monastery, clinging to the cliffs outside Trabzon since the 14th century. Cast off and sail from Constanta, […]

Stylish and ornate, the atmosphere of Benelux cities holds the spirit of another age. Walk pathways between Dutch and Flemish houses that rise narrowly from the streets. Discover the balance modern influence holds for the past as belfries, old churches, cathedrals, and béguinages stand beside contemporary art and shopping. Decompress and relax in verdant green expanses when […]

A new and distinct European travel experience abounds in this region budding with tourism. Discover a natural bounty of cultural riches in the forests and lakes that cover endless stretches of countryside. Explore Gūtmaņala Cave, the largest in the Baltic States. Cruise the splendid Baltic Sea coastline. Tour the wonders of the Estonian archipelago, the islet […]

The wooded highlands and storied past of the Balkans have sheltered abundant cultures, languages and ethnicities. Begin your journey where historic cities blend with natural beauty. Explore legendary castles and give in to the enchantment of white beaches and deep green forests. Discover the painted monasteries, Black Sea resorts and often surprising centuries old wine culture. Trace […]

The majesty and power of the Atlantic Ocean has shaped European experiences and cultures from Celtic to Moorish. Navigate and explore glaciers, fjords, and craggy highlands encircled by dramatic black-sand beaches in the far north.Feel the inviting warmth of Irish culture in one-of-a-kind music and cooking throughout charming villages between vast expanses of emerald-green hills.Relax on enchanting […]

At the edge of inspiring waters, the Adriatic Coast has enchanted sea-lovers for centuries. Soak in the luminous waves along the east coast nestling the distinct cities and alluring beaches. Preside over commanding panoramic views that extend to the shoreline over vineyards and villages. Explore the treasured promenade shopping beneath forested hills. Hop between more […]