Be dazzled by the Crown Jewels at Edinburgh Castle, explore the grandeur of the Scottish Renaissance at Stirling Castle, or get a glimpse of prehistoric life at the village of Skara Brae on the Orkney Islands. There’s so much to explore! Here are just 24 great experiences our partners at CIE Tours can give you in Scotland in 2024...
Topics: New, Europe, Food + Culture, Custom Travel
Learn about the history and legends you will discover while visiting Bruges with our preferred partners at AmaWaterways.
Bruges, Belgium is a city steeped in history, with roots tracing back to the medieval period. This enchanting UNESCO World Heritage site brims with history: its horse-drawn carriages traversing cobblestone streets; its peaceful, winding canals; and its array of well-preserved medieval architecture. Join us on a tour of just a few of the landmarks you will get to see first-hand on our full-day excursion to this intriguing city on AmaWaterways' Tulip Time and Best of Holland & Belgium itineraries, including the Basilica of the Holy Blood, Blind Donkey Alley, and the Church of Our Lady, each of which holds unique stories waiting to be uncovered.
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When it comes to travel, timing is everything. Every globetrotting connoisseur knows that each destination offers a completely different experience at different times of the year. Nowhere is this truer than Europe in February: from guided tours free from the summer crowds to special Valentine’s Day chocolates, exploring in February presents a unique perspective on the cities and villages along Europe’s rivers.
Enjoy the quiet authenticity of Europe’s wintery landscapes, tranquil historical towns dusted with fresh snowfall, and rich cultural events exclusively available in the winter months. By reserving your place on Amawaterways' Captivating Rhine and Magna on the Danube river cruises beginning in February 2024, you can experience the Rhine and Danube rivers in an entirely new light, warm beverage in hand and heart full of adventuring spirit.
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Our partners at DuVine share their tips for ordering coffee like a local on your next luxury escorted bike trip across Europe.
While wine might be the beverage at the center of many DuVine trips, no European bike tour is complete without our quintessential mid-ride coffee stop. Whether you’re sipping a café au lait on a sunny French terrace or chatting with locals in a cozy Portuguese café, coffee culture in Europe is intrinsic to the DuVine experience.
Topics: New, Europe, Luxury, Leisure Travel, Custom Travel
Hello! My name is Traci Conway, a Vacation Travel Advisor and Tauck Certified Agent here at TRAVELINK. Join me as I share my Tauck river cruising experience through The Netherlands on the Dutch Waterways itinerary aboard the MS Treasures. My adventure begins (and ends) in one of my favorite European cities, Amsterdam!
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