europe
Whether embarking on a Eurotrip or a weekend jaunt to a foreign city, European travel requires some smart planning; you may know all the must-see landmarks, but we provide the hidden gems.
Traveling to Norway in May? Make Sure You Check out the Famous Russefeiring
Norway, a place of everlasting winters, where polar bears roam the streets, and you can ski to the shops, and everyone you meet is a descendant of the most debaucherous Vikings. While the first three are most definitely false, a foreigner could be forgiven for believing the last one; especially if they arrived in Norway between late April and early May when the famous russefeiring is taking place. Here are seven things you need to know about the russ.
By Jenny Williams6 years ago in Wander
A Roman Holiday
A Roman Holiday: 5 Attractions for Time Restricted Tourists in Rome Rome is often described as one of the most excellent open-air museums. Steeped in history and rich in atmosphere, walking through the eternal city is an experience unlike any other. Old buildings stand tall and proud, almost begging the visitor to explore their surroundings, but if you are short on time, fitting it all in can be challenging. Here is a Rome bucket list, so you don't miss anything in your once in a lifetime trip.
By Ashley Brankin6 years ago in Wander
The Journey of Discovering Myself as Your Typical Eastern European Mother
A good friend of mine once said “stereotypes are real and I love them”. At first I couldn’t help but laugh, because she said it with such passion and conviction, but the more I thought about it, the more I found the strangely profound truth behind this statement. As much as we try to dismiss prejudices as xenophobic poppycock, I can’t deny that some stereotypes have occasionally jumped out and smacked me in the face when I least expected.
By Bobe Hadjieva6 years ago in Wander
Durham Cathedral
Durham Cathedral is surely the greatest example of Romanesque architecture, certainly in England and probably the world. Begun in 1093 and completed in its essentials only 40 years later (later additions included the towers and cloisters) it is a remarkable survival of the years when Norman kings ruled England some 900 years ago.
By John Welford6 years ago in Wander
Behind Bedworth
Some residents and visitors will tell you the best thing about Bedworth is the ease of getting out. You might be forgiven for believing that. Admittedly, Bedworth isn’t known for its tourism or night life or, well, much at all. We do have good transport links with easy access to motorways. Regular buses and hourly trains run to our nearest town and city, with some buses going further afield. From the neighbouring town and city, commuters can travel on to Birmingham, England’s second city.
By Sapphire Ravenclaw6 years ago in Wander
Lush Czech River Hikes
This is one of my favorite little snapshots that I took from 2019, which was also one of my favorite places that I visited along my three-month travels throughout Europe with my boyfriend. I never thought that I would end up visiting Europe for another 20 years, yet alone visit 11 countries while I was there, including the Czech Republic!
By Sydney Lund 6 years ago in Wander
The Gardens and Grounds of Charlottenburg Palace, Berlin
Visitors to Berlin’s Charlottenburg Palace can not only enjoy the delights of its many rooms, now restored to their Baroque splendour after damage caused by a wartime air raid, but can also explore 55 hectares (136 acres) of gardens, lakes and other grounds at the rear of the Palace. These areas are free to visit and are an open space that is greatly valued by local residents.
By John Welford6 years ago in Wander
Charlottenburg Palace, Berlin
Charlottenburg Palace is a remarkable ensemble of buildings and gardens that demonstrate the wealth and splendour of the Hohenzollern monarchy of Prussia during the 18th and 19th centuries. Situated in the northwest of Berlin, but within easy reach of the centre, it is well worth a whole day visit.
By John Welford6 years ago in Wander
Quarry Bank Mill
Quarry Bank Mill is a remarkable survivor from the Industrial Revolution, namely a virtually complete cotton mill that opened for business in 1784 and can be seen today – in many though not all respects – just as its original owners and workers would have seen it.
By John Welford6 years ago in Wander
