LETTERKENNY
LETTERKENNY Letterkenny, although difficult to navigate, is a lively place to make bus connections to the rest of Donegal, the Republic, and Northern Ireland. Buses leave from the junction …
Category: Vacations
MENORCA
MENORCA Menorca’s (pop. 72,000) 200km coastline of raw beaches, rustic landscapes, and well-preserved ancient monuments draws ecologists, photographers, and wealthy young families. Unfortunately for those on a budget, the …
Venice Travel
Venice Travel GIARDINI PUBLICI AND SANT’ELENA. Those who long for trees and grass can stroll through the Public Gardens, installed by Napoleon, or bring a picnic lunch to the …
Milan Map Tourist Attractions
Milan Map Tourist Attractions SIGHTS DUOMO. The Italian Gothic cathedral is the geographical and spiritual center of Milan and makes a good starting point for any walking tour of …
COIMBRA
COIMBRA Home to the country’s only university from the mid-16th to the early 20th century, vibrant Coimbra (pop. 103,000) continues to be a mecca for backpackers and youth around …
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 …
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 …