The Best Things to See in Prague
The Czechs drink more beer than any other nationality in the world. Do I have your attention yet? Ok, but seriously, Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic, is a special
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Royal Delights at Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna
To visit the Schönbrunn Palace, one of the top attractions in Vienna, Austria, is to learn of the great influence of Maria Theresia, the last ruler of the House of Habsburg and on
Top 10 Reasons to Travel With a Eurail Pass
There’s no better way to see Europe than by rail. I’m currently making my way through Spain, France and Italy, and train travel is an exciting way to explore the continent.
What Not to Wear to the Vienna State Opera House
Kraków, Budapest and Bratislava all have one thing in common; they are living, open-air history museums dedicated to sharing the horrors of World War II and the 20th Century. This
World-Class Art Museums in Vienna
When I booked my trip to Vienna many images came to mind – waltzing, opera, schnitzel, Mozart. But I have to admit, world-class art museums was not on the list. And yet, t
A Visit to “The House of Terror,” or, Be Thankful You Didn’t Live in Communist Hungary
Life was terrifying for the majority of Hungarians for the majority of the 20th century. This is the main message of the House of Terror, a museum dedicated to the victims of both
Cruising the Danube with Legenda Sightseeing Cruises
The Danube, Europe’s second-largest river, cuts through Budapest on its winding journey from Germany through Austria, Hungary, Croatia and more to its eventual terminus in the Bl
Get Stoked For Summer at San Sebastian Surf Camp
On Friday I leave Madrid for a month of travel around Europe. To say I’m excited is an understatement, so instead I’ll say I’m stoked! And one of the experiences I am
Coronation Day in Madrid: Welcome to the Throne, King Felipe VI
A sea of red and yellow stretches as far as my eyes can see as throngs of Spaniards and aficiondos alike line the long sidewalks of Gran Vía, Madrid’s main thoroughfare. We quie