Europe

Ah, Rome. The city where hope springs eternal.

Europe’s capital cities are like no other. They’re brimming with history, unique cultures, and old-world charm.

Known for its many secret coves, delicious locally produced wine and depth of ancient history, the Croatian island of Hvar is an attractive holiday destination.

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.

Located in southeastern Europe, Romania is the largest country in the area and is mostly made up of mountains, hills, and wide-open plains, with the Danube River flowing through it en route to the beautiful Black Sea coastline.

Berlin – just the name of the city invokes images filled with war and peace, division and unity, a dark history and a bright future.

Whether they’re made by Mother Nature or man, there are some wonderfully beautiful lakes in France.

Small isn’t necessarily bad.

The Italian island of Sardinia, the second largest in the Mediterranean Sea – after Sicily, of course – has 2,000 kilometers of coastline.

Widely regarded as one of Europe’s most beautiful cities, this former royal capital has long been a center of art, commerce, and culture.

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Seen from above, this town looks almost painted onto the coastline.

Visited by millions tourists every year, Tuscany is one of the most popular regions in Italy.

The capital of Austria and the largest city in the country, Vienna is truly magical. No wonder it is considered extremely high amongst the world’s best cities to live in.

Nestled in the Adriatic Sea of Croatia, Brac Island is famous for its gleaming stone that was used to construct Diocletian’s Palace in Split and even the White House in Washington, D.