WESTERN EUROPE TODAY: EUROPEAN UNION
WESTERN EUROPE TODAY: EUROPEAN UNION The fall of the Berlin Wall in November 1989 symbolized the fall of communism and the end of the Cold War in the Western …
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BUDAPEST
BUDAPEST Ten times larger than any other Hungarian city, Budapest (pop. 1,900,000) is reassuming its place as a major European capital. Originally two separate cities, Budapest was created in …
Seville Map Tourist Attractions
Seville Map Tourist Attractions ENTERTAINMENT The tourist office distributes El Giraldillo, a free monthly magazine with complete listings on music, art exhibits, theater, dance, fairs, and film. Get your …
FRIULI-VENEZIA GIULIA
FRIULI-VENEZIA GIULIA Friuli-Venezia Giulia traditionally receives less than its fair share of recognition, but this region has served as inspiration to a number of prominent literary figures. James Joyce …
Should Britain Stay in the EU?
Should Britain Stay in the EU? nevertheless continues to be Europe’s most awkward partner, cherry-picking policies of which it approves and fiercely negotiating opt-outs of those of which it …
THE HAGUE DEN HAAG
THE HAGUE (DEN HAAG) In many senses, The Hague (pop. 450,000) is Amsterdam’s all-business brother; there are precious few coffeeshops amidst The Hague’s intimidating collection of historically significant buildings …
DALMATIAN COAST
DALMATIAN COAST After his last visit to Dalmatia, George Bernard Shaw wrote: The gods wanted to crown their creation and on the last day they turned tears, stars and …
Galway
Galway TRANSPORTATION AND PRACTICAL INFORMATION With its many pedestrian-only and one-way streets, Galway is best seen on foot. Other forms of transportation are of use mostly to those staying …
Rome Map Tourist Attractions
Rome Map Tourist Attractions TERMINI AND SAN LORENZO Welcome to budget traveler and backpacker central. While Termini is chock-full of traveler’s services, the area south of Termini is a …
Spain Map
Spain Map WHEN TO GO Summer is high season for the coastal and interior regions. In many parts of the country, high season includes Semana Santa (Holy Week; mid-April) …