A relaxing journey on the Douro River in Portugal combines tours of Lisbon and Porto with more remote Douro Valley sites: wineries, prehistoric art, historic towns, and scenic river images.
Portugal’s vibrant capital of Lisbon features a rich history, delicious cuisine, and a lively arts and culture scene. Whether you’re a history buff, a foodie, or just someone looking to soak in the local culture, Lisbon has something for everyone.
The Prado Museum in Madrid may be Europe’s greatest art museum. Tom’s personal guide to six masterworks — Velázquez, Bosch, Goya, and more — that will stop you cold.
The Isle of Innisfree is an uninhabited island within Lough Gill, in County Sligo, Ireland, where the poet W.B. Yeats spent his summers as a child.
This Viking River Cruise on the Rhine sailed from Basel, Switzerland to Amsterdam. The ship itself and the scenic cruise combined perfectly with included and optional shore excursions.
Ancient Romans had a more open attitude toward sex. These erotic works of art are found not only in brothels and public baths in Pompeii and Herculaneum, but also in private homes.
Your itinerary for three days in London, featuring live theater, free museums, and a selection of London hotels, bars, and restaurants.
Tom’s personal selection of Spain’s seven greatest man-made wonders — from the Alhambra to the Sagrada Família — with firsthand advice on visiting each one.
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Idrija, Slovenia for a fascinating tour of the city’s history of mercury mining and lace making.
Málaga rewards several days of exploration. Kris’s firsthand guide covers the best museums, beaches, restaurants, shopping, and day trips from Spain’s sunny southern city.
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