subject: Hunt For Low-priced Vacation Packages To Europe And Ask About Prominent Beers And Festivities In Eur [print this page] Admire Beautiful Budapest on European Vacations
Budapest is a now a must-see city on your European vacations. Budapest has evolved into a tourist-friendly city since 1989 despite its communist roots. Walk downtown and spot The Citadel towering over the Buda side of the river -- which is opposite the Pest side -- and use it as a reference point for your sightseeing and city tour. Up there, you will get romantic views of the city. Relive the past with a visit to the cannon-ball-lined fort from the 19th century and the inspiring structure that is the Liberation Monument on Gellrt Hill which marks the Soviet liberation of Hungary from Nazi forces during World War II. In Budas Castle District is where you can visit the Hungarian National Gallery, the Mathias Church that was formerly reserved for marriages of royal couples and is now open to all, and the Fishermans Bastion, a fairy-tale setting where couples marry and take memorable wedding photos on the Lookout Terrace. Wind down with a sunset Danube cruise after all that excitement.
European Vacations to Romantic Venice
Surprise your beloved with European vacations that begin with romantic Venice -- the "City of Water", the "City of Bridges", and the "City of "Canals. "Reputed to be one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, Venice is made up of 117 islands in the Venetian Lagoon located on the Adriatic Sea in northeast Italy. Walk through the multitude of museums it has to offer. The Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana, the National Library of St. Mark, the patron saint of Venice, has one of the greatest collections of classical texts in the world. The Gallerie dellAccademia is a museum gallery of pre-19th century art. The Peggy Guggenheim Collection is popular for its masterpieces from famous American modernists and Italian futurists such as Picasso, Dal and other artists who dabbled in cubism, surrealism and abstract expressionism. Roam through the picturesque St. Marks Square and Palazzo Ducale, and make a quick visit to the beautiful Doges Palace. Walk along the Rialto Bridge with your loved one; the romantic atmosphere can be the perfect setting for a long-awaited proposal.
European Vacations to Nice, France
Beat the summer heat in Nice during your European vacations by hitting the museums. The Muse dArt Moderne et dArt Contemporain features contemporary art with its huge permanent collection of Pop Art, New Realism, and pieces from the Nice School. Free exhibits are available at the Galerie Jean Renoir which features young local talent. Matisse fans will be treated to a huge collection of his paintings, engravings, drawings and personal effects at the quaint 17th century villa called Muse Matisse. Challenge your senses at the Muse National Message Biblique Marc Chagall, where the strong biblical-themed paintings are a stark contrast to its bare structure that belies the color within. After touring the lovely museums of the city, head to the charming churches of Nice. French baroque religious architecture is a prominent influence on the Chapelle de la Misricorde while the Cathdrale Saint Nicolas is one of the most striking examples of Russian Orthodox architecture outside of Russia.
European Vacations to London
London is a popular destination city for tourists traveling on European vacations. Hear mass at the St. Pauls Cathedral, an iconic London landmark that was designed by Sir Christopher Wren and completed in 1708. The beautiful mosaics on the walls have captured the admiration of many guests. On to the London financial district, you will be able to see the Bank of England and the Mansion House where the Lord Mayor resides. Of course, the Tower of London is a must-see, too. An old medieval fortress, it is nearly 1,000 years old and has also been used as a royal palace, a mint, a prison and a zoo. A selection from the Crown Jewels of the royal family is on display, including the Kohi-i-Noor and the Cullinan diamonds. Hop on a boat and cruise the Thames River for a relaxing afternoon tour of the city's many attractions. Once you get off, stroll along the banks of the river, you cant miss the chance to ride the London Eye, one of the worlds largest Ferris wheels at a height of 135 meters.
