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Discover Lisbon on European Vacations
The city of Lisbon is a popular destination for people traveling on European vacations. It is Portugals very small capital city, but truly charming and picturesque. The shores of this port city are lined with mosaic-accented sidewalks, cobblestone streets, rolling hills and pastel-themed houses. Relax in the Art Nouveau cafes, or take a scenic ride on an antique wooden streetcar. For breathtaking views of the city, go up a 1902 street elevator -- the Elevator de Santa Justa -- moving from Baixa to the steep elevation of Barrio Alto. More spectacular scenes are to be admired on the viewing platform of the Padro dos Descobrimentos, a majestic 179-foot monument that memorializes the Age of Discoveries. After visiting the museum inside, head to the Belm Tower -- a four-storey, 100-foot 16th century tower built from lioz limestone, which played a considerable role in the Portuguese maritime achievements of that time.
Learn About Vienna's Art and Culture on European Vacations
Vienna is an art and culture hub of Europe -- the perfect city to make your European vacations more memorable and fulfilling. Visit the Wiener Staatsoper at night, when the Vienna State Opera is as dazzling as its world-class performers who stage 50 to 60 opera shows every year. Take a peek at the imperial jewels of the Habsburgs royal family exhibited at the Hofburg Museum. Walk through the imperial apartments displayed at the Sisi Museum, built for the Empress Elisabeth Amalie Eugenie of Austria. Classical antique artifacts and old paintings by the masters are exhibited at the Kunsthistorisches Museum and Naturhistorisches Museum. On to Vienna's museum quarter, you will learn more about Vienna's art and culture from several museums sprawled over a vast complex that was transformed in the 1990s from what used to be imperial stalls. The complex houses, among others, the Leopold Museum, home to one of the largest collections of modern Austrian art and featuring artists such as Gustav Klimt and Egon Schiele.
European Vacations to Romantic Venice
Have romantic European vacations in Venice, which has been known worldwide as the City of Water, City of Canals and City of Bridges. Made up of 117 small islands in the Venetian Lagoon along the Adriatic Sea in northeast Italy, it well deserves its reputation as one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. Begin your journey with a visit to its many interesting museums. The Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana, the National Library of St. Mark named after the patron saint of Venice, showcases one of the most valuable collections of rare printed texts in the world. A collection of antique artwork up to the 18th century is on display at the Gallerie dellAccademia. The Peggy Guggenheim Collection displays the work of prominent American modernists and Italian futurists such as Picasso and Dal in the cubism, surrealism and abstract expressionism genres. Palazzo Ducale, or Doge's Palace, is a sight to behold from the equally beautiful St. Mark's Square and Venetian Lagoon. Stroll along the romantic Rialto Bridge with your loved one; with many jewelry shops around, it can be the perfect setting for a proposal or anniversary celebration.
Experience a Barcelona Fiesta on European Vacations
What better way to start your European vacations than with a bang in Barcelona!Visit in September when the Festes de la Merce arrives in town. Through the years, this intimate religious parade has evolved into a weeklong party celebrating Catalan culture. Enjoy entertaining performances and exhibitions, free concerts by local musicians and hip hop artists, dazzling fireworks displays on the shore, and breathtaking air shows on the beachfront. Kids should be very busy too, with many activities targeted toward different age groups. Celebrate Barcelona and have a taste of local cooking. For a delectable selection of Catalan classics, head to Cinc Sentits. House specialties include the mouthwatering suckling pig with apple compote, slow-braised pork belly on gingerbread, Catalan float coca bread with foie gras, and lamb cutlets with porcini dust. For a truly hefty feast, order all four dishes!Leave room for scrumptious desserts such as apple sorbet, maple quesada, or a plate of cheese paired with fine wine.
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