Not everyone is a beach lover, but that doesn’t mean you don’t have other spring break choices. A trip to Europe is a good idea at this time of year as popular attractions will be much less crowded than they are in the summer, and the weather will be less oppressive. This kind of vacation […]
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This past summer (2022) I visited 5 countries in Europe in 5 weeks. I had the pleasure of sailing with Viking River Cruises on the Danube River. This river cruise checked off 3 out of the 5 countries! This was only a week long and I felt like I was able to see so much […]
Cities around the world will hold Pride Month celebrations this summer, making it a perfect occasion for LGBTQ travelers to plan a trip and join in the festivities. This year, New York City marks the 50th anniversary of Pride celebrations. The entire month of June is packed with events — from rallies to […]
I recently returned from my very first trip to Europe – and I have to say, I couldn’t have traveled with better suited company for my age group like Contiki Tours! My whirl through Germany, Switzerland, and Austria was filled with off the beaten path adventures, making my experience more personal, local, and unforgettable. I […]
I had the opportunity to travel on an Avalon Waterways cruise from Budapest to Vienna on the Danube. Wow, what an experience! We stops at different ports along the river and did small guided tours. Some of the amazing cities we visited were Budapest, Bratislava, Durnstein Austria, Melk and Vienna. The Avalon Artistry II delivers […]
Vienna, the city of music and was home to Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert & Johann Strauss. Vienna – a romantically imperial city: Vienna is a dream city for anyone with a romantic streak or an interest in history. Sightseeing opportunities are to be found in abundance. Wander along narrow, medieval alleyways or across imperial squares, view […]
In October 2012, I was lucky enough to experience a Uniworld River Cruise. Our cruise on the Danube River departed from Nuremberg Germany and cruised for seven days to the city of Vienna in Austria. It was a fantastic journey and I enjoyed each and every city along the way. As this was my first […]