One of the most expensive and luxurious cities to live in, Zurich is more of a money makers paradise than a cultural hotspot. However, Zurich has cultivated itself by spinning off an amazing mix of design, architecture, gastronomy and art in a refreshing vehicle free atmosphere….some neighbourhoods like Zurich West are deliberately kept free of… Read the full article
Europe Travel Guide You Need At Every Step
So, you are planning to embark on a journey to Europe and wondering how to plan a perfect Europe vacation that you always dreamt of. And you are looking for a perfect travel guide of Europe to be able to do that. Then you are at the right place.
Europe is a large continent with 50 countries each having its own unique charm... there are wide variations in landscapes, cultures and attractions. There are exotic historic sites, world's some of the best museums, hundreds of miles of coastlines with stunning beaches, mountain landscapes with ski resorts, breathtaking natural wonders and landmarks, and there are countries that have thrived over centuries on their strengths of music, art, performances and even producing the best of wines & gourmet experiences the world has ever seen.
So which countries do you choose to travel?
France, Spain, Italy, UK (England, Scotland and Ireland) have been leading the way drawing vast majority of tourists over the years, however there are countries like Austria, Germany, Greece, Netherlands, Switzerland etc that have their own unique niche that make them part of lifetime dreams of millions around the world.
Before you make up your mind on the countries to visit, your first step should be to know about Europe as a whole from a traveller's perspective. And then drill down further to understand the top countries for tourism, why such countries are able to attract millions of tourists year after year and what makes them so unique in their own way.
Here is a great starting point to uncover the secrets: Europe Tourism.
Alternatively, visit the articles below each of which reveals a different aspect of Europe, its most popular countries, cities, attractions, accommodations & dining, shopping, nightlife, weather and lot more.
Edinburgh Tourism: A Complete Guide
There is got to be something special about a city that has grabbed more than 12 “best city in the UK” awards in 8 years. The historical city of Edinburgh hosts one of the world’s best universities, has more than 100 parks and was the inspiration behind the Harry Potter fantasy world. The entire city… Read the full article
Greece Tourism: Everything You Need To Know
Greece is at the juxtaposition of many different continents i.e. Asia, Africa and Europe and perhaps this is why there are far reaching Greek influences across all continents. Its position at the sharp tip of the Balkan Peninsula gives it many neighbours; Alabania sits to the Northwest and Bulgaria and republic of Macedonia sits to… Read the full article
Nice Tourism: Everything You Need To Know
The capital of the Alps Maritime zone on the French Riviera… Nice is on the southeast Mediterranean French coast. This is the second biggest French city in the famous Provence- Alpes-Cote’d Azur area. Nice is very near Monaco (13 km) and the airport here serves both regions. Nice is all about lovely promenades, old school… Read the full article
Switzerland Tourism: A Complete Guide
By the 13th century, there was a sudden change in the fortunes of the rocky Gotthard pass region in the Alps as it became a prosperous North-South Crossing point. The verdant valleys of Schwyz, Uri and Unterwalden at the northern base of the Gothard began to see a lot of European power politics and this… Read the full article
Athens Tourism: A Complete Guide
The historical European and Grecian capital had its first settlement in the Neolithic age and since then, has been the target of a succession of conquerors who all wanted to possess her. Its strategic position (8 km inwards Bay of Phaleron) that’s an inlet of the Aegean Sea and its north-south demarcation by mountain basins… Read the full article
How To Get Around Belfast Easily & Cheap
Getting to the city Belfast International Airport (BFS) is located at a distance of around 32 kilometres northwest from the city centre near a village name Aldergrove. It is now the second busiest airport of Ireland after Dublin. Belfast airport receives flights from all over Europe with regular connections to London (3 airports), Manchester, Bristol,… Read the full article
How To Get Around Glasgow Easily & Cheap
Getting to the city Glasgow international airport (GLA) is located 13 kilometres west of Glasgow city centre at Renfrewshire. The major airline operators are British Airways, Easy Jet and Loganair. Other operators include Flybe, Thomas Cook Airlines, Jet2, TUI Airways etc. Over 130 flights connect this airport with important European cities that include London, Paris,… Read the full article
Austria Tourism: Everything You Need To Know
The analysis of Austria through the eyes of Sigmund Freud speaks of a culture which has conservatism, with the grandiose of bureaucracy that has shaken up the pages of history. Typically, Viennese people living in the capital Vienna have unique leaning to art and music over the centuries. And you can witness that in different scale… Read the full article
How To Get Around Zurich Easily & Cheap
Getting to the City Zurich International Airport or Flughafen Zurich (ZRH) is the largest airport of Switzerland and also known as Kloten airport. It’s located 13 kilometres north of Zurich city centre and has 3 terminals. There are multiple options to reach Zurich city centre from the airport. Note: The currency of Switzerland is Swiss… Read the full article