Visit Tibet, China: In and around Lhasa
A visit to Lhasa, Tibet, during our tour of China and the Yangtze River with Viking Cruises. History of Tibet, best time to visit Tibet, top sites in Tibet.
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The Best Places to Visit on Cyprus
Cyprus is a wonderful place to visit for holiday. Discover early Greek history, Byzantine churches, ancient ruins, and wonderful beaches.
What to Do With a Few Days in Sevilla
What to do with a few days in Sevilla Spain: tapas, art, architecture, and Flamenco. Popular and historic sites in this Andalucían city.
10 Fun Things to Do in Minneapolis in Winter, Indoors and Out
Especially for winter months, find fun things to do in Minneapolis St. Paul. Embrace the outdoors, find indoor green space, escape to a museum, meet friends for coffee or a meal, or shop the world right here in local stores, great markets, and malls. From free to romantic to kid-friendly: here are more than 10 things to do in the Twin Cities in winter.
Return to Five Cities in Spain
Five Spanish cities revisited, with focus on cuisine and culture in the North of Spain. Barcelona, Zaragoza, Logroño, San Sebastián, and Madrid will always be new in our eyes.
Digest of Audio Posts by Travel Past 50
A digest of audio posts produced by Travel Past 50. This collection includes interviews with travel experts and responses to favorite destinations, plus a couple travel radio interviews with Kris and Tom about their nomadic travels.
Six Reasons Madrid’s Prado is the Best Museum in Europe
The Prado Museum in Madrid Spain is arguably the best in Europe, based on its art collection of masterpieces. The art was mostly gathered by three Spanish kings (16-17th Century), but has been curated and improved upon ever since. Here are six important works from the Prado.
Top Things to Do in Milwaukee
Discover the top things to do in Milwaukee–not counting Miller and Harley Davidson. Here are best museums and galleries, top restaurants and brew pubs, and a selection of fun things to do.
Visiting Berlin: Contemporary Art and Modern History
Good advice for visiting Berlin. We review top historic sites and memorials, the contemporary arts scene, cool neighborhoods, and fine hotels and shopping in Berlin.
Five Fun Christmas Traditions in Spain
Christmas traditions in Spain involve holiday cakes and food, Christmas markets, nativities, beautifully lit cities, and processions of the Three Kings, or Wise Men. Here are highlights.