Europe

Greece is known as the birthplace of civilization and democracy, not to mention the Olympics.

A natural and historic playground, Switzerland evokes a mystical aura.

Offering an irresistible mix of culture, cuisine, and scenery, this expansive region rewards travelers who take the time to explore it slowly.

Southern Germany is not only the country’s most economically strong region; it is also the home of some of its most picturesque attractions.

Gothic cathedrals are not the religious building of the ancient Goths, but rather cathedrals built in the Gothic architecture.

Romania is a mystery land crowned by mountains and enigmatic landscapes. Much of this thunderously stunning country can be explored via day trips from Bucharest.

A land of incredible, outstanding beauty with a myriad of breathtaking landscapes on offer; it is fair to say that Iceland is an absolute dream of a country to visit.

One of the most iconic islands in Greece, Mykonos is a glamorous destination for people who want to party, stay in luxury hotels and recline on long stretches of golden beach.

Italy is one of the world’s most popular travel destinations. However, many visitors spend most or all of their time visiting the major attractions within the country.

Sun-drenched beaches, dramatic mountain landscapes, and thousands of years of history combine to create one of the Mediterranean’s most rewarding destinations.

Switzerland has some pretty amazing mountains. In fact, the scenery is mind-blowing just about anywhere in the country.

Known just as much for its thriving art and nightlife scenes as its magnificent museums and moving WWII sights, Berlin is one of Europe’s most visited cities.

Lying in the north of the country and bordering the North Sea, which is home to the windswept West Frisian Islands, Friesland is a unique place to visit in the Netherlands, as it proudly sports its own rich culture and heritage.

While Hungary is famous for its goulash and paprika (which, by the way, originated in the New World), it’s known for much more than that, including world-class fine wines and its pear liqueur, an orange-colored sweet dessert treat, sometimes known as palinka.

I lived in Berlin for six months as part of a study abroad program, and it’s been one of my favorite European cities to visit ever since.