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See Edinburgh Attractions on European Vacations

Edinburgh, capital of Scotland since the 15th century, is a must-see when going on European vacations. Edinburgh is divided into two main areas: the medieval fortress of Old Town and the New Town with its neoclassical influence that has become a blueprint for European urban planning since the 18th century. The medieval Old Town stretches along a ridge from the Castle to the Palace of Holyrood. Here you will see houses of merchants and nobles during the 16th and 17th centuries, unique tenements, and early public buildings including St. Giles Cathedral and Canongate Tolbooth. The Georgian New Town, built between 1767 and 1890, is a collection of seven new towns to the north of the Old Town. Owing to the area's lush topography, the neoclassical buildings in New Town are often integrated with gorgeous gardens. During the Age of Enlightenment, New Town was a major center of thought and learning and remains a cultural and political link to the European mainland. This unique blend of old and new has earned for Edinburgh the distinction of being named a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

European Vacations to Charming Lisbon

The city of Lisbon is a popular destination for people traveling on European vacations. Compared to other capital cities, Lisbon in Portugal is very small yet truly charming and beautiful. The shores of this port city are lined with mosaic-accented sidewalks, cobblestone streets, rolling hills and pastel-themed houses. The Art Nouveau cafes are a great place to relax, and the ride on an antique wooden streetcar offers a soothing experience. You can also ride a 1902 street elevator, the Elevator de Santa Justa, from Baixa up the steep Barrio Alto, where you can get breathtaking views of the city. Continue your path to spectacular scenes by traveling to the viewing platform at the Padro dos Descobrimentos, an awesome 179-foot monument that marks the Age of Discoveries. Dont forget to visit the museum inside and set aside time to go to the Belm Tower, a 100-foot, four-story tower built in the early 16th century from lioz limestone, which played a significant role in the Portuguese maritime achievements in same age.

Swiss Winter European Vacations

Switzerland is a wonderland for the winter leg of your European vacations. From the countrys most famous landmark, the Matterhorn, view breathtaking mountain panoramas and quaint villages covered by pure white snow. Take part in the many winter activities offered such as cross-country skiing, horse sleigh rides, snowshoe trekking, skating, dog sledding, snowboarding, and tobogganing. Are all those not challenging enough for you?Heart-stopping extreme games opportunities are perfect for those looking for an adrenaline rush. You can opt to go air boarding, using a high-tech, inflatable body-board that you steer by shifting your weight. In snow kiting, you wear skis or a snowboard and are attached to a kite, letting the wind carry you off as if you are on your own personal ski lift!Not for the faint of heart!At the end of a grueling day, relax those tired and aching muscles in the heated pool of your hotel or resort.

Eastern European Vacations to Prague

Prague is a great start to your Eastern European vacations!Go clubbing and experience bar-top stripping and extreme drinking. Locally produced Czech beers are regarded as a national treasure. The most popular label is Gambrinus, although it is not reputed to be the best. That distinction was given to Kozel's Medium when it was named the Best Czech Beer by the Research Institute of Brewing & Malting Awards. However, the locals have their own verdict -- Pilsner Urquell is the best because of the quality of the water used in the brewing process. Clubbing aside, Prague has many wholesome attractions to offer. The Prague Orloj, a medieval astronomical clock, has been in the town square since 1490. Animated figures light up the clock every hour between 8 AM and 8 PM -- four figures representing Vanity, Greed, Death and the Turk as well as wooden images of the twelve Apostles are set in motion. While waiting for the show to start, kill time by trying to figure out the zodiac figures on the clock face!