Europe: Lake
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Swiss Alps Trips from Geneva
Geneva is a fine base to explore the nearby Alps, whether they're in Switzerland, France or even Italy. There's public transport access by train and bus to nearby mountain destinations where the ... Continue Reading »
Swiss Alps Trips from Milan
Take a ride on the Bernina Express, Switzerland's newest Alpine delight. This magnificent 3-hour train journey takes you along one of the most beautiful railway routes in the world over the Bernina ... Continue Reading »
5 Beautiful Destinations in England
1. The Lake District This area is stunningly beautiful to walk around, ride a ferry, sail, or just sit and read the Romantic Poets: Coleridge, Wordsworth et al. 2. Bath Bath is one ... Continue Reading »
Château de Chillon, the Most Famous Castle in Switzerland
The Château de Chillon is far and away the most famous castle in Switzerland. It’s easy to see why. Situated on the eastern edge of Lake Geneva, this iconic structure dates back to the 11th ... Continue Reading »
Finding Nessie in Scotland
Ah Nessie – where are you? Who are you? What are you? Since 1933 you have beguiled us with your presence in Loch Ness, although legend has it that you were spotted as early as the 6th century. Back ... Continue Reading »
Lake Activities in Switzerland
Switzerland is known for breathtaking views, and Lake Hallwil and its surrounds have a lot to offer tourists looking to soak up some stunning scenery, Swiss culture, and recreation at prices that ... Continue Reading »
Lake Zurich by Steamer
Mountain railways, cable cars, funiculars, and chair lifts abound in Switzerland , but one of the best ways to pass a fair weather afternoon is aboard one the fleet of paddle steamers that depart ... Continue Reading »
Loch Lomond
After a few days trudging the streets and hills of dark, glowering Glasgow, I decided I needed to get into the countryside. Consulting a map and a train timetable, I decided that Loch Lomond would ... Continue Reading »
Portugal's Hidden Lake: Alqueva
When you think of holidaying in Portugal, everyone thinks of that wonderful Atlantic Coast, primarily of the Algarve. But this region is now overrun with tourists and has lost some of its charm. If ... Continue Reading »
Switzerland’s Lake Constance
Though slightly smaller and less famous than Lake Geneva to the southeast, Lake Constance is a destination equally as laudable as its noteworthy neighbor. With a shoreline shared by Switzerland , ... Continue Reading »
The Shores along Lake Constance
Lake Constance (Bodensee in German) is Germany ’s largest lake, although it also laps against Austria and Switzerland . Despite its size it is ridiculously easy to get around, with trains ... Continue Reading »
Thingvellir National Park in Iceland
Also known as Þingvellir for those of us with Icelandic keyboards, this is one of the key sites to visit when in Iceland . An easy hour-long drive from Reykjavik , Thingvellir National Park ... Continue Reading »
Vacation in Lake Como
Just the name Lake Como conjures up images of movie stars and waterside palazzos and glamorous wooden speedboats. It’s all true but there’s also room for us mere humans there. The deepest lake in ... Continue Reading »
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