February 2012 Archives - Traveleurope Blog

Fateful places in Europe may turn out to be wonderful destinations instead!

Wednesday 29 February 2012

giglio island

Normally, people travelling to Europe choose cities like London, Paris, Florence and Berlin to spend their holidays. There are also other interesting places which a tourist interested in European history and heritage would rather visit, but these are often forgotten, neglected or boycotted as they are struck by unhappy conditions. On the contrary, we believe that visiting these places, could be convenient from different points of view, especially from the perspective of locals and tourists.

The making of Harry Potter: Warner Bros. Studio Tour – London

Tuesday 28 February 2012

harry potter

People all over the world have been captivated by the Harry Potter films for nearly a decade. Now, finally, for the very first time Warner Bros Studio. Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter will open its doors to visitors, from 31st March 2012. It promises to be a fantastic day out for the whole family on a London break.

Top 2012 destinations: Belfast is preparing to launch its Titanic Belfast Building

Friday 24 February 2012

belfast

This is our 3rd installment on the top European destinations for 2012, and we are about to guide you through your next adventure holiday, Belfast, to be precise. We, at Traveleurope, are not the only ones who believe that this city is worth a visit this year. Last November, for example, National Geographic Traveler magazine named Belfast among the world’s top 20 travel destinations for 2012, describing it as ‘a capital city of Titanic ambition that is redefining itself in the eyes of the world.’

Vegetarian Restaurants in Vienna

Thursday 23 February 2012

vegetarian

Even though the Viennese and vegetarianism do not always go hand in hand, there is also a vast choice of vegetarian restaurants in the city as well. The restaurant Wrenkh, located at Bauernmarkt in Vienna’s Innere Stadt, was one of the first vegetarian restaurants in the city, and has become synonymous with fine but simple vegetarian fare. Since 1982, the example has been followed by many, with the opening of thousands of vegan and vegetarian restaurants all around the city.

Family-Friendly Spas in the Uk

Wednesday 22 February 2012

uk spa

In recent years, spas have become the holiday hotspot par excellence. Although many spas around the world only allow adults in, we would like to choose one country – the UK, to be precise – and introduce you to some hotels and spas which, on the contrary, positively welcome your children too!

A Day Trip at Tivoli Gardens – Copenhagen

Tuesday 21 February 2012

tivoli garden

Tivoli Gardens is a famous amusement park and a major landmark in Copenhagen, Denmark. The park opened on August 15, 1843 and, with more than 4.5 million annual visitors, it is currently the most popular seasonal theme park in the world, the most visited theme park in Scandinavia and the second in Europe, only after Disneyland Paris.

Vinisud: International Exhibition of Mediterranean Wines and Spirits

Monday 20 February 2012

wine

From February 20th to 22nd, 2012, Montpellier, France, will host the 10th edition of biannual Vinisud, International Exhibition of Wines and Spirits from the south of France and the Mediterranean countries. This event is renowned as the professional exhibition of the world’s leading wine region, that is, the Mediterranean.

A trip to the Palace of Versailles

Friday 17 February 2012

Palace of Versailles

Versailles is renowned worldwide for its château, the Palace of Versailles, which is currently a national museum on UNESCO’s World Heritage List for 30 years. This is where we would like to focus your attention today. The Palace of Versaille is a very popular tourist destination, and can get a bit packed with student or tour groups, but don’t let that turn you off from a visit!

Five reasons to visit Budapest on your next vacation

Thursday 16 February 2012

Budapest

Budapest’s magic lies in the many cultural influences that affected the city during its long history. Plenty of historic streets, great monuments, green spaces and welcoming places where to stay and spend your time. And so much more. Check out our 5 reasons why you shouldn’t miss it, at least once in your lives!

The Smurfs Village really exists: it’s Júzcar, in Andalucia

Wednesday 15 February 2012

smurf village

Once upon a time, there was a region of Southern Spain where almost all the traditional villages were painted bright white. There is actually one exception today, as the settlement of Jùzcar, inland from Malaga, after being chosen as the set of the Smurfs 3D film, has been painted entirely in… blue!