Sitting at 7,000 feet above sea level at the base of the Rocky Mountains, Santa Fe is a bustling little city that is as unique as it gets. The stand-alone nature of the state capital of New Mexico is even reflected in its nickname, The City Different, which proudly [...]
Vienna, the capital city of Austria, is a place with a deep history that dates back thousands of years. In fact, archeological evidence suggests that humans have been continuously living in this spot along the Danube River since 500 BCE. Since then, Vienna has continued to be an important [...]
Germany is a place full of romantic charm and fairy-tale-like locations. For the visitor who specifically seeks to experience these things, there is no better destination than Heidelberg Castle. These impressive palace ruins sit on a hill overlooking the university town of Heidelberg and the pristine Neckar Valley. With [...]
The east coast of the United States is known for big cities, sandy beaches, and great food. What you may not realize though, is that this area also has incredible natural wonders. One of the most striking places to visit in this part of the country is Acadia National [...]
One of the most confusing aspects of traveling to another country is picking the right plug adapters to ensure that you will be able to use your electronics and not blow a fuse in the process. Countries around the world have various systems for accessing electrical power via outlets. [...]
Whether you are stopping in Strasbourg on a river cruise of the Rhine River, exploring this small city as part of a larger tour of France or Europe, or concentrating your trip on the Alsace region, you will experience one of the most charming places in France. Here you [...]
One of the wonders of Florence, Italy is that for such a small city it is filled with so many truly incredible things to see and experience. Located in the Tuscany region of Central Italy, Florence has been a place of importance since the Renaissance, where it was a [...]
Where can you take a river cruise? Almost anywhere you would want to go! There are river cruise options on every continent except Australia and Antarctica. Some of these river cruises are in more familiar tourist destinations, and some may surprise you. There are trips that incorporate adventure, culture, wine [...]
A much smaller waterway than the nearby Rhine or Danube Rivers, the Moselle River makes up for what it lacks in size with its incredible beauty. This tributary of the Rhine River flows from the Vosges Mountains in France, north-east into Luxembourg and Germany. Although the French portion of [...]
Located at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, Denver is an incredible destination for those who want a trip that combines urban exploration with adventures in the outdoors. The city itself offers lots to do, but as wonderful as it is you should also take advantage of its proximity [...]
