Posts Tagged ‘Europe’
Exploring the BALTIC STATES
Michael Webb takes a 12 day tour of the Baltic States. Having explored most of Europe, I left the three Baltic States–Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania–till last, hoping they would offer as authentic a taste of the pre-war era as Romania. I arrived too late–the three glorious capitals have been swamped by mass tourism and…
Read MoreArt and Beyond in BASEL
Known mainly for its art fair where the biggest galleries and collectors in the world converge once a year, Basel is Switzerland’s hidden gem.
Read MoreThomas House Serves Up DUBLIN'S Alternative St. Patrick’s Day
Filmmaker Elise Salomon discovers gritty rockers’ bar in City Centre pub that’s all heart and authentic soul.
Read MoreISTANBUL: Buy A Turkish Rug Like A Local
On a recent trip to Istanbul, writer Lauren Gonzalez explores the sprawling Grand Bazaar and offers insider advice on buying a Turkish rug.
Read MoreEAST GERMANY: Dreaming of Dresden
More than twenty years after Germany’s reunification, the crown jewel of the former East Germany gleams brighter than ever, luring travelers with deals, culture and a living history.
Read MoreCROATIA: Delights of The Dalmation Coast
Michael Webb explores the unspoiled delights of Croatia’s Dalmation Coast in the off-peak season.
Read MoreBerlin Gets Its Festival On
Parties, parades, exhibits and more crowd the German capital’s calendar this year with more fun than you can shake a schnitzel at.
Read MoreAwaken Your Inner Explorer With A River Cruise
Viking River Cruises take travelers through the heart of Europe and other timeless destinations.
Read MoreParis: Last Minute Holiday Shopping Trip
Francophile Jennifer Evans Gardner hits the City of Lights for a festive gift-buying spree.
Read MoreThe Time Is Ripe For Exploring Czech Wines
Wines from the Czech Republic are finally having their day in the sun as aficionados discover the region’s excellent offerings.
Read MoreChueca: Madrid’s Cinderella Story
A wandermelon insider details the transformation of Chueca, one of Madrid’s trendiest neighborhoods.
Read MoreBastille Day Travel Deals
Celebrate La Fête Nationale with these Voyage Privé Bastille Day travel specials, including 50% savings on OpenSkies Business Class flights to Paris.
Read MoreSummer Hotlist: Our Favorite Seasonal Travel Deals
From big city cultural events to island getaways, wandermelon’s shortlist of travel ideas perfect for last-minute 4th of July escapes and summer sojourns.
Read MoreFOOD BUZZ: Outstanding in the Field Heads to Europe’s Green Pastures
The 2011 season is underway and the big red and white bus is cutting a sway across California with tables and chairs in tow, but the Europeans should watch out because the Yanks are coming to fill their bellies.
Read MoreBerlin's West-Side Story
Once overshadowed by the dramatic transformation of East Berlin, the one-time political enclave of West Berlin is burnishing its image as hip galleries, restaurants and attractions take root.
Read MoreEurope's Ultimate Ski Chalets
The new Luxury Chalet Collection 2011 offers 20 of the most exclusive private chalets, set in the most desirable destinations in the Alps.
Read MoreHappier Holidays: Celebrate the Season with Travel
From San Diego to Estonia, we’ve collected a world’s-worth of specially priced and packaged holiday travel deals designed to get you on your merry way…
Read MoreIconic Hotel Ritz Madrid Celebrates 100 Years
One of Spain’s most coveted addresses, the Hotel Ritz Madrid, is turning 100 on October 2nd and the fiesta is on.
Read MoreViking River Cruises Now Going Green
Sail away: Viking Cruise Line launches eco-friendly boat and 2-for1 river cruise deals.
Read MoreHoliday Travel Deals
This year, it doesn’t seem to matter if you were naughty or nice, the holidays are turning out to be a challenging travel environment due to the struggling economy. But not to worry, wandermelon has you covered…
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