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Florence is the capital of the Tuscany region of Italy and is home to world renowned museums and monumental churches. Turn down any street and you're sure to see a piece of history in Florence, Italy... more »
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A diverse and fascinating country, France is one of the biggest tourist destinations in the world. With a rich history beginning with the ancient Gauls and continuing through World War II to the present day, France has plenty to offer visitors... more »
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Genoa, Italy is nestled in the Liguria region, often called the Italian Riviera thanks to its scenic beaches. Italy's largest port city, Genoa hosts some of the top tourist attractions in the region... more »
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To say Germany's history is tumultuous would be an understatement. For over 2,000 years, the country has experienced war in one form or another. Beginning with the early Germanic tribes and ending with the Cold War, Germany seems to be in a ... more »
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Gothenburg, the second largest city in Sweden, is located on Sweden's west coast. The heavy metal music from Gothenburg has played a significant role in the music industry around the world. Home to more than 60,000 students, Gothenburg has a ... more »
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As a popular saying goes, there's nothing like the pain of being blind in Granada. One of the most beautiful cities in the world, Granada, located in Andalusia in southern Spain, is extraordinarily rich in Christian, Jewish and Muslim history. A ... more »
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Located on the Mur River in Southeast Austria, Graz is just a two and a half hour train ride south of Vienna, the largest city in Austria. Known as both a trendy cultural center and a historical city alive with traditions and ornate architecture, ... more »
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Although it's not home to the hamburger, Hamburg is a flourishing urban city with a fascinating background in the arts. Perhaps best known today as the city that gave The Beatles their start in the music world, this fast-paced city in Northern ... more »
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Helsinki is the cosmopolitan capital of Finland and is its largest urban area. Located in the Southern part of Finland along the shore of the Gulf of Finland, Helsinki is the country's thriving epicenter of culture, business, education, medicine ... more »
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Hungary is a wonderful country located in Central Europe that offers a wide variety of destinations at around half the price of most of Western Europe. Home to numerous small villages, urban cities like Budapest, mountain views and beautiful ... more »
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Ibiza Island, one of the Balearic Islands just south of Spain in the Mediterranean Sea, is definitely famous for its summer parties, with thousands of revelers flooding the local beaches every night. Yet its origins go back to ancient times, when ... more »
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Iceland is a large island in the North Atlantic ocean that is becoming one of the hottest vacation destinations in Europe despite being one of the most expensive. Many of its attractions are of the natural variety, and include glaciers, active ... more »
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Discover the history of western civilization as you wander the narrow city streets and explore ancient monuments, historic churches and the most fantastic collection of art in the world, all in Italy. You'll also find some of the most amazing ... more »
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Constituting 70 percent of Denmark, the Jutland Peninsula is this flat country's most rural province. Jutland is renowned for its camping, hiking and remoteness. With about 18 hours of sunlight a day in the summer, it is a great vacation spot... more »
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Klagenfurt is the capital of Carinthia, Austria. The city was founded at the legendary site of a dragon slaying, and there's a statue of the dragon--the Lindwurm--in the city square. Health spas, a magnificant lake, skiing and Baroque ... more »
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The Republic of Latvia in Northern Europe is bordered by Estonia, Lithuania, Russia and Belarus. Riga, the capital, is a World Heritage Site, and visitors are attracted by the area's castles and music festivals... more »
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The city of Liege is an important transportation hub for all of Europe that sits on the Meuse River in Belgium. Liege is a beautiful city full of wonderful architecture, museums and historical sights... more »
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The fourth-largest metropolitan area in France, Lille is located in the Northeastern region. Bordering Belgium, Lille is known as a major university city. Steeped in history, Lille also has a wide variety of museums and monuments for visitors to ... more »
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Linz is a picturesque northern city in Austria, situated on the famous Danube River. Austria has a rich architectural and musical history to wow visitors, and the nearby Alps provide a haven for skiers... more »
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The golden city of Lisbon sits on the Atlantic Ocean in Portugal. Lisbon offers beaches, carnivals and historic architecture, making for a relaxing vacation spot... more »
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Recognized as the geographic heart of Europe, Lithuania was one of the first Soviet territories to declare independence in 1990. Since then, tourists have fallen in love with the landscape and rich culture. Resting on the Baltic Sea, Lithuania ... more »
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It's difficult to discuss Liverpool--the large port city situated along the Mersey River in northwestern England--without mentioning the Beatles. You can feel the group's influence on nearly every street corner. However, the city has its own ... more »
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Located in central Switzerland, Lucerne is a popular destination for tourists at all times of the year. The nearby Lake of Lucerne offers stunning views and many opportunities for excitement or relaxation... more »
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With a fascinating history going back to Roman times, city sections designated as UNESCO World Heritage sites and dozens of top-quality universities, it's no wonder Lyon has developed into a major international destination. Come see why this city ... more »
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Once a series of fishing villages along the southern coast of Spain, Malaga has grown into a fairly large city. This Andalusian port has become a tourist haven in recent years due to its proximity to Costa del Sol, Spain's version of the French ... more »