Category: Destinations

  • Video of the Week – European Tour: The Best Moments

    Video of the Week – European Tour: The Best Moments

    We love video, and we love videos from our tours even more! So imagine our excitement when we found this little gem by Cooshna, one of our travellers on a tour of Europe back in November. Take a look, we hope you enjoy it as much as we did! EUROPEAN TOUR – THE BEST MOMENTS…

  • Video of the Week: ATOM-LAPSE – Brussels

    Video of the Week: ATOM-LAPSE – Brussels

    The incredible Atomium building was built in 1958 for the Expo ’58 – the 1958 World’s Fair held in Brussels. and it’s now a distinctive part of the Brussels skyline. Totally under-rated in our opinion too. Take a look at it in our brand new Video of the Week! ATOM-LAPSE from Richard Bentley on Vimeo.…

  • Video of the Week: Amsterdam City Guide – Water City

    Video of the Week: Amsterdam City Guide – Water City

    Amsterdam is an extraordinary city with a huge range of attractions. Here’s a great video with tips for how best to get a bit more out of your stay and enjoy the famous canals. City Guide #2 Water City from Property Of… on Vimeo. Amsterdam is definitely a highlight of any tour of Europe, and…

  • Is this the Loch Ness Monster?

    Is this the Loch Ness Monster?

    New photo appears to validate the existence of the famous Loch Ness monster. Or does it? Read on for details… A recent photo appearing to depict a wave on the surface of Loch Ness is sparking debate about the legend of the Loch Ness monster. According to The Scotsman, David Elder of East Kilbride was…

  • Top 5 Reasons to take a Tour of Europe

    Top 5 Reasons to take a Tour of Europe

    Europe is one of the most exciting places to visit, with a wealth of things to see and do. It’s not like you really need an excuse to take the trip of a lifetime, but just in case you do, here are 5 reasons to hit the road on a tour of Europe! 1. The…

  • Video of the Week: Paris Euphoria

    Video of the Week: Paris Euphoria

    When travelling in Europe, there is no doubt the range of famous sights that you can’t wait to tick off the list. But what about those little moments that aren’t on the list? The things that happen in an everyday sort of way; offering an enchanting glimpse of what life is actually like? That’s what…

  • Top 5 Must-See European Landmarks

    Top 5 Must-See European Landmarks

    Although there is no way we could ever really narrow it down to just 5, there are some places that just have to be crossed off the list on your tour of Europe. You’ll also find innumerable hidden gems in each city that could prove to be equally engaging. (Check out the rest of this…

  • Photo of the Day: Chateau de Pierrefonds, France

    Photo of the Day: Chateau de Pierrefonds, France

    This incredible shot was taken of the Chateau de Pierrefonds on a recent 3 Countries Euro Weekend tour. Read on to find out what makes this chateau particularly fascinating! Built by the Duke of Orleans between 1393 and 1407, the castle was besieged in 1617, and though it wasn’t completely destroyed, it was left in…

  • Legendary Landmarks: The Rialto Bridge, Venice

    Legendary Landmarks: The Rialto Bridge, Venice

    One of the highlights of any trip to Venice during a tour of Europe, the Rialto is well-deserving of its ‘legendary’ status. Read on to find out more about this incredible landmark and the history surrounding it. Although there has been a crossing point at this location since at least 1181, the current bridge was…

  • Video of the Week: Going to Cappadocia

    Video of the Week: Going to Cappadocia

    A visit to Turkey’s Cappadocia region is something special. With its otherworldly, almost moon-like landscape, this is one region which will delight the explorers out there! Watch our video of the week for a closer look at this incredible region. Going To Cappadocia (Turkey) from Kyoto Studio on Vimeo. Known as ‘fairy chimneys’, the distinctive…