When making plans to visit Paris, make sure you allocate at least two full hours to visit the magnificent Lady of Paris Cathedral, which in French is called Notre Dame di Paris. This is certainly the most excellent example of twelfth century Gothic architecture. Thousands of European craftsmen worked one hundred and eighty-five years to build Notre Dame and all of its carvings and stained glass windows.

In this one amazing structure is the best example of every important Gothic feature in architecture. The Read the rest of this entry »

Last summer, I had the privilege of backpacking through Europe with four of my best friends. It was great to leave the Internet, my job and my http://www.rasertech.com satellite TV bill behind for a month and go out and see the world. Our trip spanned 10 cities and 7 countries over one life-changing month. From the Roman Coliseum to Buckingham Palace, I saw so many things and made tons of memories that will stick with me forever.

It was just fascinating to me to be able to see so many places with such rich historical backgrounds. This is one of the things I really appreciated about Europe in general. As such a young nation, America doesn’t have the thousands of years of history that our friends across the Atlantic have.

Another great part of backpacking through Europe is the friends that you make along the way. While the youth hostels that we stayed in weren’t exactly five-star establishments, they provided great opportunities to meet people from all over the world. Some of the rooms we stayed in had as many as 20 beds in them. We made friends with two New Yorkers in Rome, two Canadian twin brothers in Barcelona and an Australian reality TV star in Dublin. All of them had personalities that were as unique as their accents.

However, perspective was the most important thing I gained while in Europe. It wasn’t until I traveled halfway across the world that I realized what it means to be an American and how lucky I truly am to be blessed with the things I have.

I can’t wait to do it again.

Last summer, I had the privilege of backpacking through Europe with four of my best friends. It was great to leave the Internet, my job and my http://www.rasertech.com satellite TV bill behind for a month and go out and see the world. Our trip spanned 10 cities and 7 countries over one life-changing month. From the Roman Coliseum to Buckingham Palace, I saw so many things and made tons of memories that will stick with me forever.

It was just fascinating to me to be able to see so many places with such rich historical backgrounds. This is one of the things I really appreciated about Europe in general. As such a young nation, America doesn’t have the thousands of years of history that our friends across the Atlantic have.

Another great part of backpacking through Europe is the friends that you make along the way. While the youth hostels that we stayed in weren’t exactly five-star establishments, they provided great opportunities to meet people from all over the world. Some of the rooms we stayed in had as many as 20 beds in them. We made friends with two New Yorkers in Rome, two Canadian twin brothers in Barcelona and an Australian reality TV star in Dublin. All of them had personalities that were as unique as their accents.

However, perspective was the most important thing I gained while in Europe. It wasn’t until I traveled halfway across the world that I realized what it means to be an American and how lucky I truly am to be blessed with the things I have.

I can’t wait to do it again.

Versailles, France, isn’t the largest place in the world, but if you’re finding yourself taking a vacation here, you’re probably wondering what things you should do here: Listed below are three great places to visit when visiting Versailles:

1 The Trianons & The Hamlet: This historic site is a great place to visit who want to learn more about Versailles’ history. Be prepared to walk as there are many pathways and sights to see. Located right in the heart of the city, you’ll be able to wander through beautiful gardens as well as take Read the rest of this entry »

Paris is a beautiful city that has so much history behind it. Every year so many tourists flock to Paris France. They want to enjoy the beauty of the city, take in the scenery of attractions such as the Eiffel Tower and visit museums of course. Paris, France is home to some of the most interesting museums. Here is a guide to the best museums in Paris.

1. Musee d’Orsay
This museum has a very interesting collection of art in a very visually interesting building filled with wonderful artwork and Read the rest of this entry »

Berlin is full of so much culture and history that it can’t be all seen in one trip. From the museums, festivals and shopping, there is enough going on throughout the year to keep the whole family entertained. Included below are some must-see places to visit while vacationing in the capital city of Germany.

Museums and Art Galleries
Berlin’s arts and culture scene is bustling. There are plenty of art galleries and museums for those interested in indulging in the art scene. The Museum Island is a historic site that houses Read the rest of this entry »

Madrid and Barcelona are one of the most frequented places in Spain. And this, for a good reason. They are one of the oldest and most historical spots in the country; being home to numberless museums, historical buildings, famous architecture and other travel destinations. However, no visit to these cities could be complete without a stay at the perfect hotel.
In Madrid one of the best hotels to stay is Hotel Atlantico. The hotel is located in the prime center Read the rest of this entry »

Europe is notorious for cheap and affordable airline service. However, most people are not aware of exactly how easy going from one major city in Europe to another can be. First of all, most airports in most cities are located a bus ride away from the centers where one can find hotels and other accommodations. Secondly, the airport services are very helpful to those who do not speak the native language of the country. With these concerns out of the way, here Read the rest of this entry »