Europe

By some accounts, the history of France dates back to the Iron Age.

It may not be the most obvious choice for a European city break, but this Baltic port quickly reveals itself as a place of remarkable depth and character.

One of the most visually stunning cities in Europe, Vienna is full of wonderful art and architecture, with countless museums, palaces, and elegant parks testifying to its wealth and beauty.

The small Balkan country of Bulgaria, is one of Eastern Europe’s diamonds in the rough.

Home to major international organizations and a strong diplomatic presence, this affluent city offers far more than its global reputation suggests.

With its pastel-colored houses, winding canals, and stunning alpine backdrop, this lakeside town feels like something straight out of a storybook.

Whitewashed villages clinging to volcanic cliffs, blue-domed churches, and sweeping views across the Aegean have made this one of the world’s most iconic islands.

Dubrovnik is a wonderful historic city on the Adriatic coast. If you’re looking for a more relaxed atmosphere, however, a visit to a nearby island fills the bill.

While most people instantly conjure up images of Edinburgh and the Highlands or tartan and tweed when they think of Scotland, the northern nation is actually home to a host of breath-takingly beautiful islands.

In the old days, Americans use to take a couple of years to make the Grand Tour of Europe. They had the right idea.

Framed by the Mediterranean Sea, this sun-soaked southern region blends dramatic coastlines, rugged mountains, and fertile landscapes with one of the richest histories in Europe.

Tucked within a scenic corner of northeastern Spain, this captivating city blends ancient charm with a lively modern atmosphere.

Most known for its stunning old town and scenic waterside setting, Stockholm is built atop a sprawling archipelago in the Baltic Sea.

A good many travelers to Spain start their visit to this Iberian Peninsula country in Madrid.

Fittingly nicknamed “Little Vienna by the Sea,” this elegant port city boasts a unique blend of cultures, cuisines, and architectural styles.