subject: Hunt For Last-minute Vacation Packages To Europe And Research On Prominent Landmarks And Events In E [print this page] European Vacations to Nice, France European Vacations to Nice, France
Beat the summer heat in Nice during your European vacations by hitting the museums. Aficionados of contemporary art will love the Muse dArt Moderne et dArt Contemporain and its large permanent collection of Pop Art and New Realism styles as well as those 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. The bare structure of the Muse National Message Biblique Marc Chagall is contrasted by the strong colors of its paintings with biblical themes that are almost an assault on the senses. Another alternative to museums in Nice is the host of charming churches you can visit. 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.
Eastern European Vacations to Prague
Prague is a great start to your Eastern European vacations!Clubbing is a unique experience in this Eastern European city, with binge drinking and bar-top stripping a common sight. The Czechs locally produced beers are considered a national treasure. The most popular label is Gambrinus, although it is not reputed to be the best. The Research Institute of Brewing & Malting Awards has awarded the title Best Czech Beer to Kozels Medium. Locals, though, will tell you Pilsner Urquell is the best they attribute it to the water quality in the city, which does make a difference in the brewing. Clubbing aside, Prague has many wholesome attractions to offer. The astronomical clock in the town square has been in existence since 1490. Every hour between 8 in the morning and 8 in the evening, wooden images of the Apostles emerge from the clock's trap doors, while four figures representing Greed, Vanity, Death and the Turk are set in motion. The clock dial is a complex one, with hard-to-figure zodiac signs set on a movable circle.
Authentic Scandinavian Cuisine on Copenhagen European Vacations
Food is an important part of European vacations, and Copenhagen offers visitors an authentic Scandinavian experience. Chow down some fish dumplings and pickled herring -- local delicacies that have become a huge part of the history and culture of Denmark. With its island location, it comes as no surprise that seafood is fresh and plentiful, and features prominently on menus. Perhaps the most famous Danish dish is the smrrebrd, usually consumed during lunch. An open-faced sandwich, the smrrebrd features dark rye bread topped with eel, smoked salmon, venison, liver pt, or roast beef or pork. Eating on the cheap is not hard to do in Copenhagen. You can easily spot fried sausages from the numerous vendors lining the city streets, as well as the local Carlsberg beer brewed here since 1847. If you are adventurous enough, taste the aquavit, a very strong, caraway-scented brandy. Looking for upscale dining options to celebrate special events?Copenhagen has the most number of Michelin-starred restaurants in the country -- 13 as of 2009.
Royal Honeymoon European Vacations in Monaco
The fairy-tale setting of Monaco is a top destination of choice for honeymooners on European vacations. The Principality of Monaco is less than two square miles, but is definitely not short on elegant offerings -- the royal House of Grimaldi, the Paris Opera House, and the Monaco Grand Casino which is lavishly decorated with baroque-style rococo turrets, verdigris cupolas, and golden chandeliers. Monaco is an ideal harbor for the world's longest and most luxurious yachts since the city-state has a spectacular view of the Mediterranean Sea. A great architectural find, the Old Town has buildings that date back to the medieval times. Navigate through the vaulted passageways and narrow streets branching off the main avenues. The Rock of Monaco houses the Princes Palace, where his Serene Highness Prince Rainier III romanced Grace Kelly. A must-see attraction is the Jardin Exotique which houses 7,000 different types of flowers grown at the exquisite Princess Grace Rose Garden.
