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Alps Europe - Style and time honored traditions—the magic of the Alps is everywhere! Aprés-ski. Cuisine. Culture. And romance.
Andorra Turisme - The principality of Andorra is a small country situated between France and Spain, in the Pyrenees Mountains. Its size is about half that of New York City. Skiing is by far the most popular industry there, and the abundant wildlife and natural beauty make it an outdoor enthusiast's paradise. At this page you will also find links to the official government Web pages and others, but many did not have English versions when we checked. This page is available in English, Castellano, Catalan, and French.
Austria's Official Tourism Site - Jump into life at its fullest, as only Austria - the land of holidays - can offer! Austria guarantees the perfect holiday comfort, diverse sportive activites and varied cultural adventures all year round at lakes, on mountains and in valleys as well as in its cities and towns-for all ages, singles and families.
Convention & Visitors Bureau Heidelberg - Heidelberg is an historic German city with a famous university, which was founded in 1386! Don't miss the Sightseeing section of this page and check the Student's Prison, which was sort of like detention in the 1700s. If a student played a trick on a teacher or participated in a duel with another student or was too loud or disorderly, then that student was sent off to "prison" for a few days. Supposedly, the prisoners were let out to go to class, but the rest of the time they had to stay there. You can still see the "artwork" on the walls! Don't miss the outstanding views of castles and other old buildings.
Czech Republic - The Czech Republic contains beautiful cities, rugged mountains, rolling hills, and dense forests. Historically, the Czech Republic can be divided into three Czech lands: Bohemia in the west, and Moravia and Slovakia in the east. Lakes in the Czech Republic are usually artificial ponds for growing fish, mostly in south Bohemia, one of the least industrialized parts of the Czech lands. If you need business, news, and government information, visit this official site from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Faroe Islands Travel Guide - The Faroe Islanders have home rule, but they are part of the kingdom of Denmark. In the summer, the sun never sets for three months! It gets low on the horizon, but it doesn't set. Photos of the villages are one of the best parts of this site, and they're picturesque. Many of the buildings have colorful roofs and siding. The green hills will entice you to hike around. Some footpaths are from olden times, before roads were built, but be sure to take a raincoat. It's foggy and drizzly there much of the time. The map is in the Around the Islands section.
Geograhia.com-Europe - No other region of the world even approaches the popularity of Europe as a travel destination. Even for its residents, the cultural density and diversity of this continent offers virtually unlimited opportunities for exploration and discovery. In the last decade, as the division between Eastern and Western Europe has disintegrated, the entire continent has experienced a period of enormous, unprecedented change. Today Europe is a more exciting travel destination than ever before.
Germany's Official Tourism Site - Curious about the country and the people? Discover Germany on your trip through various regions, and enjoy everything from the exciting hustle and bustle of the large cities to the cultural wonders. Encounter a very special part of Europe!
Gibraltar Home Page - What a rock! You've seen it in commercials and logos. It's the Rock of Gibraltar at the entranceway to the Mediterranean Sea. Did you know that wild apes roam around on it? They are the only wild primates in Europe, and legend says that something will happen if the apes leave--find out at this site! The history of Gibraltar shows how it has been ruled by many different countries in the past. It has been a British colony since 1704 and has its own internal self-rule.
GoPoland! - This travel guide contains a history about the country in addition to individual histories on 11 (when we last checked) different Polish cities and towns. Find brief descriptions on local sights, museums, galleries, and more here for each location.
Greenland Guide - Lemmings, those furry, cute little creatures, are on the stamps of Greenland. Other animals, famous people, plants, and scenes are on the stamps, too. Be sure to send away for a free brochure and booklet about the wonderful world of Greenland. In the northern part of this cold country, the ground stays frozen all year! Here are just a few of the unusual sights in Greenland, home to the Inuit people: icebergs, whales, reindeer, dog sleds, the northern lights, the midnight sun, kayaks, musk oxen, and the fjords. If you don't know what some of these are, just visit the site to find out. You can also read about the ice cap and people who travel down into it. Greenland is part of the kingdom of Denmark, but it has home rule and its own parliament, which you can find out about here. You can also look at Santa Claus' page, too! We thought he lived at the North Pole, but it turns out he has a place in Greenland, too.
Icelandic Tourist Board - Iceland has an ice cap larger than all the other ice caps in Europe--11% of the land is covered with glaciers, while about 30% of the country is lava fields. Volcanoes erupt here quite often--almost every five years. Visit this official site for more exciting facts about this land of contrasts.
Isle of Man - Legend has it that two fierce warriors battled between England and Ireland. In the course of the battle, a large chunk of Ireland was hurled, but it missed its target and fell into the North Irish Sea. And that is how the Isle of Man was created! Well, believe what you like, but know for certain that this Web site contains a good overview of this historical island country, a British Crown dependency. Its history (wow, Vikings), its geography and climate (not too hot or cold), and its people (Irish and English settlers) are all explored briefly here. And there are great pictures, too! Check out the Basking Shark project and the Home for Old Horses. What is the story behind the national symbol: three running legs connected in the center? Find out here.
It's Malta - Among the most popular recreational activities on Malta are scuba diving and golf. But other sports, such as windsurfing, boating, soccer, and tennis, are popular too. It's easy to see why the Maltese people are usually considered friendly and relaxed. It's also easy to see why so many people visit Malta. Visiting Malta is even fun on the World Wide Web. See for yourself!
Italy Tourism - Here you will find useful information not only about monuments, museums and events, but also about travel tips, where to stay, where to have a delicious Italian meal or where to go shopping. Few countries can compete with its classical origins, art, architecture, musical and literary traditions and scenery. Start a fascinating virtual tour of Italy: we wish you good surfing ... enjoy!
JerseyWeb - Jersey Web has information on just about anything you need to know about this Channel Island. With links to other helpful sites, tourism information, and more, this is a great site if you are planning a trip or you just want some information about the island, which is only 14 miles from France. Heard of Jersey cows? (Or is that "herd" of Jersey cows?) They come from there.
Liechtenstein National Tourist Office - Tiny Liechtenstein has an area of only 61 square miles, and it has a population of 300,000 people. This guide, from the Liechtenstein National Tourist Office, takes you on a virtual vacation to this beautiful country. Admire the pictures and learn the history of Liechtenstein. The actual date on which the Principality of Liechtenstein was founded was January 23, 1719, although settlements had been there since 800 B.C.
Lonely Planet - Destination Faroe Islands - About halfway between Norway and Iceland, the Faroes are volcanic islands. Lots of birds and sheep live there, but not many people. On one tiny island is a school with only one student! A great way to stay cheaply in some countries is to find a youth hostel. There's one here, just as in many European nations. What types of food do you suppose they eat there? (Hint: The growing season is quite short because of the cold climate, and some say this is the most vertical landscape in the world.)
Lonely Planet - Destination Germany - From the industrial north to the alpine forests of the Bavarian south, Germany will charm you! Did the designers of the Disney World castle use Neuschwanstein Castle as their model? What do you think? See it at http://www.majesty.org/europe/ germany1.html . One thing is for sure: There is no such thing as too much apple strudel! And why look at just any old map when you can click your way around this interactive map of Germany? A slide show and facts about the country will bring Germany to your desktop.
Lonely Planet - Destination Hungary - Hungary is a mixture: old and new, Islam and Christianity, mosques and cathedrals, water and land, city and country. The slide show at this site will show you the contrasts.
Lonely Planet - Destination Ireland - This is a brief overview of travel in Ireland, as well as short facts on its history and culture. Did you know that Ireland is called "The Emerald Isle"? That's because its landscape is said to have 50 shades of green!
Lonely Planet - Destination Italy - In Italy, an archaeological treasure, historical building, or church is never far from sight. At this site, learn about the history and culture of Italy, including a look at its regions and what makes them special. You can also click on further information about the major cities, including Rome and Florence, among others. And don't forget to have a look at the links!
Official Guide to Northern Ireland - Welcome to the official site for US travel to Northern Ireland, produced by the Northern Ireland Tourist Board. This site has been created especially for you, the American traveler. Here you will find everything you need to know about visiting Northern Ireland. How to get there, where to stay, what to eat, see and do ...... You name it they've got it.
Salzburg City Tourist Information - Discover the city of Mozart and of the Sound of Music at the Official Salzburg website! Discover sights, hotels, events and restaurants in the city of Salzburg, Austria.
Scottish Tourist Board - This site is a rich treasure trove of kilts, Loch Ness monsters, castles, historic battlefields, and, yes, bagpipes. According to this site, the Scottish didn't invent bagpipes, although they have elevated the playing of them to a real art form. Bagpipes consist of a sheepskin bag and five wooden projections. One is the mouthpiece, three are drone pipes, and one is called the chanter, which is the one your fingers actually play. Bagpipes only have one volume: loud! You can't vary the volume level at all. Luckily, Scotland has all those lonely heaths and moors, with all kinds of room to play, where no one will be disturbed. To read more about bagpipes and how you can get one, visit this excellent site.
The Internet Guide to Scotland - It's really Eigg -citing news! The Isle of Eigg is now owned by a coalition of its residents and a nonprofit organization willing to help preserve the unique natural and cultural heritage of this small Hebridean Island, located ten miles offshore, south of the Isle of Skye. What's it like there? According to this site, "it's 7,400 acres of heather moorland, wooded glens, fertile fields and spectacular beaches are dominated by the massive basalt ridge of An Sgurr." Eigg, by the way, comes from a Gaelic word meaning "notch." This site has lots of information on all regions of Scotland, including all the small isles.
The Irish Tourist Board - This official site will get you in the mood for a trip to Ireland! Learn about Irish scenery (it's not always green!), places to visit, food and drink, and more.
Travel - Germany - Germany was one of the founding countries in the European Union. Here are facts and super photos of some of the more famous German sights. (Hint: If you want to see a larger picture, click on any photo.) Maps and travel tips for three German cities will help if you want to visit them in person.
Travel - Switzerland - Did you know that Geneva is the birthplace of the World Wide Web? Tim Berners-Lee started it, way back in 1989. Visit http://www.w3.org/People/Berners-Lee-Bio.html/ to learn about Berners-Lee, and then go to the site listed here for information on Switzerland. Check out the history, the culture, the geography, and the art of Switzerland at this site. Also find additional in-depth information on Geneva and Zurich.
Travel in Finland - From the reindeer in northern Lapland to the city of Helsinki in the south, there's lots to see in Finland. Would you like to take a canoe out on a lake or have an adventure with a snowmobile? How about swimming in ten pools under one roof? If you strap on your skis, and your courage, you can even learn to ski jump!
Ukraine - Moroccan boots, beautifully decorated eggs, and holubtsi (stuffed cabbage) are a few of the traditional icons of the Ukraine that you can read about at this site. For example, traditionally, eggs painted with magical symbols were believed to protect one from evil. After Christianity was introduced, the meaning of the eggs changed, and they were said to have been formed from Christ's tears. However, many of the original meanings have survived, such as: "Buds and leaves represent birth, growth, and the continuity of life." As you explore this site, you will discover much more about the people and their lifestyles and the culture of the Ukraine. The government section was not available in English when we visited the site.
Vienna Official Tourism Site - This is what Vienna is famous for ... a unique combination of nostalgia for the times of the monarchy, and enthusiasm for contemporary trends. Skyscrapers "scratch" the sky, from Gothic St. Stephen's Cathedral to the recently completed Millennium Tower. The attractions of the romantic imperial city include the splendid Imperial Palace and magnificent Schönbrunn Palace. And the old city is perfectly complemented by the postmodern Haas House. Elegant Art Nouveau, opulent Baroque and picturesque Biedermeier invite visitors to stroll through the past. And the newly developing skyline of the city on the Danube offers a view of the future.
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