Are you considering a shopping weekend somewhere in Europe? Then you have probably at least thought of cities such as Barcelona, Milan and Paris. These three cities are renowned for their shopping, which for many offers more than the purchases, more specifically the culture and atmosphere that surrounds the shopping districts. Let us take a closer look at what each city has to offer for a shopping weekend trip! Barcelona Barcelona has a 5 km long street of shops, which will ensure that you are kept busy for at least a couple of days. The shopping stretches ...

Paris has 3,000 hectares of green space and no fewer than 455 parks and gardens. It is at the top of the tree as the greenest capital city in Europe. From large forests to the smallest local public squares with countless parks and gardens in between, green geography is perfectly woven throughout the urban landscape. Parisian gardens In Paris, the tradition of the garden lies at the heart of historical and contemporary environmental planning. Major buildings, be they official (the Senate, Palais-Royal), cultural (the Louvre) or scientific (the Natural History Museum), present their verdant extensions ...

The Elbe River is a major river in Central Europe and starts in the Czech Republic and ends in the North Sea. The river has several major tributaries that include the Ohre, Schwarze elster, Mulde, Havel, Saale and Vltava. The river basin of the Elbe is one of the largest in the world and in covers four different countries; Germany, Austria, Poland and the Czech republic. The Elbe has been used for commercial vessels and is an important trade route to travel as far as Prague. You can reach the main industrial areas in Berlin and other ...

The second largest city in Spain, both in size and population, Barcelona is the capital of Catalonia, one of the seventeen autonomous communities that make up the country. Located on the shores of the Mediterranean, on the north-eastern coast of the Iberian peninsular, Barcelona's 'Mediterranean-ess' is not only due to its location but also because of its history, tradition and cultural influences. The history of Barcelona dates back to the second century BC when a Roman colony was established in the city. With its rich history and the onset of industrialization during the 19th century Barcelona ...

With a grand total of 28,000 kilometres of cycle routes, France is undoubtedly one of the best destinations for cycling. Dedicated paths meander through both town and countryside, and vary in terms of difficulty. You don't have to be of Tour de France standard to enjoy cycling while you're camping in France. Whether you are looking to push yourself in an endurance ride through the mountains, or to take the whole family for a jaunt through the countryside, there is a bike ride in France made for you. The Loire Valley A loop of the Loire ...

It is time to consider the location for your skiing holiday in Europe! Here follow a description of three immensely popular skiing resorts in Europe, where snowboarders also are welcome! Bear in mind that you should reserve your hotel or buy your travel package early to ensure a place in one of the skiing paradises! Bad Gastein This is the most prominent skiing location in the Gastein valley in Austria. At a height of 1,000 meters and with 48 lifts, it welcomes thousands of travellers during winter season. Bad Gastein also has plenty of spas to relax ...

Lanzarote is one of the famous Canary islands, which attracts numerous tourists every year. This winter the new edition of the Lanzarote guide book is available online. Nick at LanzaroteGuidebook.com explains the large addition to the guide book. “The main highlight of the new guide is our new and improved beaches section. Which gives information about all of the best beaches on the island along with some great visuals.”

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On top of being a location for sunbathing and relaxing at the beach, Lanzarote has also earned itself a reputation as a ...

Situated in the Cyclades group of Greek islands, Mykonos is among the most popular destinations among visitors to this popular part of Europe - no surprise, since the island is well known for its historical attractions, its scenic highlights and its fine quality beaches. Among the young crowds, perhaps the great attraction of Mykonos is its very active nightlife, probably the most vibrant in the Cyclades islands. There are numerous bars and clubs to be found and explored making Mykonos almost a 24 hour party destination - if you are looking for the 'party ...

With dark mornings and dreary weather, many Europeans escape the doom and gloom in the winter by flying off to one of the Canary Islands for a golf holiday. The Canaries are comprised of seven major islands, and five of them provide golfers a unique golfing experience. The volcanic landscape of the Canaries was formed by the Canary hotspot and decades of volcanic activity. This unusual landscape lends an air of off-world adventure in some areas of the islands. Golfing on Gran Canaria Gran Canaria is centrally located and home to the largest city of the Canary ...

It is known for its celebrity visitors, but Saint Tropez has much more to offer than just its famous guests. Visitors to the destination in southern France, on the French Riviera, can choose from a range of different entertainment options from lounging on the golden sands to learning more about the area's culture and history. Saint Tropez is named after a saint who was beheaded in Pisa. According to legend, his body, which was put in a rotten boat with a dog and a rooster, washed up on the shore where Saint Tropez now lies. Over the ...