Iceland’s latest volcanic rumblings have lava chasers on the edge of their seats. Whether you’re keen to see the next eruption, the Northern Lights, or Reykjavik’s spectacular New Year’s Eve celebration, here are some tips and a packing list for your winter visit to Iceland.
Ready to venture beyond the typical tourist sites? Check out these unusual things to do in Berlin. After four visits to the city— twice as tour leader— I think these sites deserve top honors on the list of unique things to see.
After nine visits to the Spanish capital, I’ve compiled this curated list of the best things to see and do in Madrid. It’s suitable for solo and group travelers and will appeal to sports fans, foodies, art lovers, adventurers, wanderers, and people watchers!
This blog post explains when and where to see the northern lights and offers tips for photographing them with an DSLR camera or smart phone.
Learn how to see volcanoes and lava flows in Iceland, with tips for safely visiting Reykjanes Peninsula on a guided hike led by a geologist.
The next time you’re in Russia, Scandinavia, or anywhere else in Europe, watch for stolpersteine. A personal connection to history will be literally at your feet…
Ashford Castle in western Ireland is home to Ireland’s School of Falconry, where visitors can book a private visit and learn to fly a hawk.
It’s hard to imagine a college student could be imprisoned and tortured for distributing aid to relatives in need…
The Dutch are a very welcoming people. Visitors to Amsterdam and other cities in the Netherlands can sign up to join a local family in their home for dinner.
Looking for something unusual to do in London? Visitors are welcome to watch a criminal trial at the historic Old Bailey for free! It’s definitely not the typical tourist experience, and it offers a fascinating peek at the distinctive English legal system. I chose to watch a murder trial, but
At Zaragoza’s Festival of Pilar, treat yourself to traditional music, parades & food – plus the spectacular bull jumping and floral offering!
Most visitors to Prague walk past this building oblivious to the dramatic events that unfolded here during WW2. Read the little-known but compelling story of Czech resistance to the Nazis— and find your way to the secret hiding spot most people miss.
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