The keystone of a great journey is the diversity of the experience. Too many days on even the nicest beach or exploring museums without end leaves travelers with a feeling of “ho hum.” Croatia is one of those destinations that is so diverse, you will find yourself engaged in...Read More
Where would you go if you wanted to visit a Central European destination with well-preserved landmarks, a prominent place in European history, cultural diversity, unhurried provincial charms and easy accessibility? A great choice is Krakow, Poland, which just happened to be one of the...Read More
River cruising is on the rise, as travelers continue to thirst for new experiences. River cruise companies are responding to the demand by building ships and creating more itineraries, many with special focuses. Among them: AMA Waterways: Formerly Amadeus Waterways, AMA is going full speed...Read More
For some, the Czech Republic is synonymous with a foaming mug of beer, since the country is home to three major beer-producing cities: Pilsen, in western Bohemia; Budejovice, in southern Bohemia; and Prague.
Pilsen is the home of Urquell Pilsner, whose ubiquitous green-and-yellow...Read More
A visit to a Czech spa town is an immersion in tradition—a tradition in which going to a spa was part medical treatment, part aristocratic social whirl. Many of these towns have royal roots—Karlovy Vary (whose German name is Carlsbad) was founded by the Holy Roman Emperor and King of...Read More