Ideal Escapes in London
2. London
Did you know that Londinium was the name given by Romans to London when they founded it two thousand years ago? Discover during your holiday, how the ancient Londinium crossed the history becoming the 2016 metropolis!
Looking over fields, farms and Lake Lucerne in Switzerland.
3. Lucerne
The oldest wooden covered bridge in Europe, the Chapel Bridge, long of 204 m, built in 1333 is situated in Lucerne. Plan a wonderful escape for the end of 2016 winter and join to Fasnacht in Lucerne, enjoy the spectacular masks parade and do not forget to step on the Chapel Bridge.
historic architectural palace in Budapest
4. Budapest
It is believed that the main reason why Romans established their regional capital at Aquincum (northern part of today Budapest) is the existence of thermal springs in the area. The largest world thermal water cave network, including over 80 geothermal springs, is situated in Budapest. It is a wonder that in 2016 we can enjoy the same beneficent powers of these springs as the old Romans once did. In addition the culture offer is ideal for your 2016 vacation, no matter the season.
A panoramic view of Salzburg in Austria
5. Salzburg
Known mainly as born place of the famous composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, it is less known that Salzburg is also the born place of Josef Mohr that together with Franz Gruber composed the famous “Silent Night”. The beloved song was performed for the first time in 1818 in village near to Salzburg.
Joining to the people that in January 2016 will celebrate 260 years from Mozart birth date is a great vacation idea. You can enjoy the cultural offer of the city and the great offer of skiing areas situated south from the city.
Traditional Carriages on the Illuminated Street of Megeve, French Alps, France
6. Megève
If you look for an ideal skiing location for 2016 ski season, why not choose Megève?
Its name is related to two successful film productions: “Charade” with Audrey Hepburn and Cary Grant and “Downhill Racer” with Robert Redford and Gene Hackman.
The resort is prepared for ski lovers and also other winter events as: “Megève Polo Masters”, The “Snow Golf Cup”, an international curling tournament, a ski cross World Cup.
A street of an old village in La provence
7. Marseille and Nice
– Two famous landmarks on European touristic map were founded by Greek Phoceans and it is believed that Greeks brought the wines in Provence around 600 BC. Nowadays “Provence” is worldwide famous for its vineyards and wonderful cuisine. Additionally, you can enjoy the sea and mountains landscapes in the same area in a Mediterranean climate. Don’t you think that tese are strong reasons to choose it for your summer vacation in 2016?
Exploring Sicily
8. Sicily
With its 3350 m Etna volcano of Sicily is the tallest volcano of Europe, still active. Visit Sicily in the summer of 2016 to see this natural phenomena and the unique Sicilian landscape. You will enjoy also a wonderful cuisine and famous wines if we have in view that Sicily is sometimes called “God’s Kitchen”.
Portrait of reindeer, Lapland, Finland
9. Lapland
Did you know that Finnish Lapland capital, Rovaniemi, is the home town of Santa Claus? Offer a wonderful gift for 2016 Christmas to your children giving them the opportunity to meet Santa at his home.
Glacial lakes love nature
10. Retezat National Park
Due to its around 100 of glacier lakes the Retezat Mountains are also called “lakes mountains”. Spend your summer holiday here and enjoy the spectacular and unique landscape.
Voulismeni lake in Agios Nikolaos. Crete, Greece, Europe – Image courtesy of TUI – tui.co.uk
11. Crete
The earliest civilisation in Europe is believed to be the Minoan civilization recorded in Crete. Discover its vestiges in your 2016 holiday in Crete. During your escape on this famous island you will also discover the Venetian old city, the Venetian Castle or the largest natural palm forest in Europe of Palm Beach of Vai.
Vernazza village, aerial view on sunset, Seascape in Five lands, Cinque Terre National Park, Liguria Italy Europe. Long Exposure.
12. Cinque Terre
The spectacular view of Cinque Terre is due to the diversified colour of its houses. The story said that, as the most men of the island are fishermen, while they doing their jobs offshore, they wanted to easily recognise their houses from far. For this reason, each of them personalised the colour of his house.
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