The term ‘fairytale’ gets thrown around a lot when it comes to Europe’s countless castles, but these fantastic fortifications and wondrous palaces are sure to add some magic to your next holiday. 1. Neuschwanstein Castle The alpha and omega of ‘fairytale’ castles, the whimsical towers of Neuschwanstein were the real-life […]
The great Austria-Hungarian empire was flourishing in the last portion of the 19th century. With this came a great new art style — Art Nouveau, or “Secession” as it was called in Central Europe. Art Nouveau was a conscious rejection of the grand displays of Neoclassicism and Romanticism that dominated […]
We’re all familiar with the popular destination spots such as Prague, Vienna, Budapest, and Berlin… but what about the lesser-known cities and sights in Central Europe? There are many beautiful “hidden” gems outside of the touristy areas worth visiting. So step off the beaten path and discover all that Central […]
That three-piece matching luggage set may seem eye-catching in the store and even more impressive as it waits to swallow up your closet for your jaunt around Central Europe. However, it can rapidly lose its appeal once it’s been lugged up and down a few flights of stairs, squeezed it […]
There’s nothing better that getting to really know the place you’re visiting in order to build up that sense of anticipation. Today, there’s a whole host of travel books, guides, and novels available to help you navigate the history, culture and traditions of your chosen destination. With this in mind, […]
Thinking of doing a few weeks in Europe and wondering how the cost stacks up compared to a stay at home holiday? Plenty of travel sites offer advice on how to get the best travel insurance and hotel deals but what about those day-to-day costs that if you’re not careful […]
Central Europe snugly fits between Western and Eastern Europe and comprises nine countries all historically, socially and culturally connected. The region is also home to many fascinating visitor sights and with some parts still relatively undiscovered, the area offers up some real gems. 1. A building that has confused many […]