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Salzburg, Austria
Salzburg may just be the most beautiful city in all the land. It certainly looks like something out of a fairy tale, complete with a castle perched on high. It is easy to explore on foot, and has something for everyone. Beautiful scenery, glorious gardens, amazing architecture, and charming cafes…not to mention the music. It is, in short, magical. Settlement of the area can be traced back to Celts in the 5th Century BC; today’s city however dates to a later Roman occupation, which was awarded township status around 45 AD. Although there were periods of decline, the area has been continuously inhabited since it was founded. That means lots…
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Shete Boka National Park- Boka Tabla, Curacao
Off the coast of Venezuela sits the lovely desert island of Curacao. First colonized by the Dutch in 1634, the island’s sheltered natural deep water harbor proved ideal for trade. As the colony flourished, grand colonial buildings were erected around the capital of Willemstad; though distinctly Dutch, local design elements were added, resulting in an architectural style known as Curacao Baroque. Many of these pastel painted buildings remain, and in 1997 the area became an UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is a beautiful city, that should be explored; but for those who are interested in the more distant past, head over to the island’s north shore. The island itself dates…
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Bath, England
Located two hours west of London, Bath makes for a perfect weekend destination. An easy train ride brings you right to the city center, which is a study in Georgian Architecture. As the name would indicate, the town is also home of Roman built baths, constructed around 60 AD, which still stand today. It is a wonderfully walkable city, with history around every corner, beautiful gardens, a generous amount of pubs, and wonderful historic hotels.
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Cliffs of Moher- County Clare, Ireland
If you see blue sky or sun in Ireland take a picture. You have captured a rare occasion indeed, one worthy of memorializing, and one that probably won’t last long. Whether the sun is shining or not, the Cliffs of Moher are most worthy of several pictures. Dramatic and hauntingly beautiful, they have been a popular tourist destination for centuries.
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Schonbrunn Palace- Vienna, Austria
Palaces, gardens and parks are things European cities do exceptionally well. Vienna, the centuries old cultural center, should be considered the gold standard. By far, one of the most impressive palaces in all the land is Schonbrunn. The garden there isn’t half bad either. Of course I jest. It’s beyond amazing.
