Throughout the modern age of tourism, tour operators have built most tours around Rome, Florence and Venice, and there are good reasons for that. Those three cities have thousands of years of rich culture and history packed into tight clusters. The Big Three were independent city states of major importance for many centuries before Italy was established as a nation in 1861. Each has its own independent history and culture. As three separate nations historically, they still have separate, individual characters.

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Few destinations are more iconic than the Galápagos Islands, where Lindblad Expeditions brought the very first group of citizen explorers more than 50 years ago.

Genovesa Island

A horseshoe-shaped island due to the collapsed caldera, Genovesa is situated in the northeastern waters of the archipelago. Isolated and uninhabited, this small and remarkably pristine island is filled to the brim with wildlife—on land, in the sky, and under the water. Probably best known for its enormous bird colonies, it’s one of the few islands where visitors can see the red‑footed boobies en masse which has earned it the name “Bird Island." But below the water’s surface is just as magical.

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Overlooking Turkey’s Icarian Sea are the dazzling remains of a city once so glorious it was fought over endlessly. Ephesus was founded by Greeks, expanded by Romans, invaded by Persians, Ottomans, Goths and Lydians, and hosts the soul of the Virgin Mary. Now it’s also revered by tourists. That’s because this UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of the best-preserved Greco-Roman cities on the planet. 

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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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