Thursday, January 1, 2026

Europe

Experience the Holiday Spirit at Salzburg’s Historic Christmas Market

On our Viking Christmas cruise last year one of our favorite days was our all day excursion to the city of Salzburg, Austria. The...

Touring Salzburg’s Famous Sound of Music Landmarks

On our latest trip to Europe with Viking Cruises, we had to make a stop in Salzburg, Austria to check out some of the...

A Festive Journey Through Bratislava: Inside the City’s Historic and Heartwarming Christmas Markets

Bratislava, the charming capital of Slovakia, comes alive during the holiday season with its enchanting Christmas markets set against the backdrop of its historic...

Demel: The Legendary Austrian Confectionery with Royal Roots and Modern Charm

In 1786, confectioner Ludwig Dehne opened a confiserie (a store with sweets and baked goods) in Michaelerplatz square across from the national theatre of...

Inside the Sisi Museum: The Life, Beauty, and Tragedy of Empress Elisabeth

In Vienna, Austria, the Sisi Museum is housed in the Stephan apartments, named after Archduke Stephan Viktor, in the gigantic Hofburg Palace. The museum...

Nuremberg’s Christmas Markets: A Timeless Tradition of Holiday Cheer

While in Nuremberg, Germany, the best way to get into the Christmas spirit is to visit their famous Christmas Markets. Created back in the...

Summertime Berlin: Activities, Attractions and Experiences

As we get deeper into the summer, more and more people start considering their travel options to make their well-earned vacations that much more...

Icelanders Decorate And Visit The Graves Of Loved Ones On Christmas Eve

The Christmas season in Iceland is a fascinating blend of religious customs and traditional folklore. Similar to many other countries, Iceland observes Christmas (known...

Tips For Photographing The Northern Lights Iceland

Peak viewing season for the northern lights in Iceland is September through March when the nights are long (during the winter solstice, darkness can extend for...

The Blue Lagoon In Iceland Is One Of The Best Spa Experiences In The World

The Blue Lagoon in Iceland made headlines this week when Kacey Musgraves posted an Instagram video of her visit to the spa during a...

Top Tips For Attending Wimbledon Tennis Championships

The Wimbledon Tennis Championships are in full swing marking the 136th anniversary of the world's oldest tennis tournament. The tournament began in 1877 and...

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