Europe - Inside and Out

Europe is often a "dream vacation", that some people wait a lifetime to experience. Our American heritage is so heavily influenced by European roots that it remains our number one international destination for vacation travelers.

You can't experience all of Europe in a single trip, even if you spend an entire year trying. The continent is simply to0 large and too diverse to "see everything" in a single vacation. To introduce my kids to Europe we drove from Germany through Italy, Switzerland, and France. We covered diverse highlights such as Munich, Venice, Rome, Florence, Pisa, Monte Carlo, Lucerne, Paris, and Strasbourg. Not to mention local, authentic, and out of the mainstream stays such as a Tuscan farm, Portofino, and friends homes in Bavarian Alps. From first glance it might appear that we pretty much covered the bases. But, having traveled Europe for a quarter century, I know we barely scratched the surface.

So, what is the best way to experience Europe? That would depend on what is important to you. We begin by asking what you want to see, what you want to do, what you want to feel? Since you can't do it all we need to focus on the experiences that are most important to you. Pace is important. My itinerary above was an action packed adventure, which is really appropriate for making the most of it for teenagers. Personally, I'd be happy with an entire summer of lounging around a small Mediterranean village - and I'm not too picky about which one. Here again, your preferences are the most important thing to consider.

If you have a longer list of "must do" and "must see", you should consider visiting Europe on a cruise. This is truly the most efficient way to have a lot of stops on an itinerary. Your "hotel" (aka ship) moves with you so you only unpack once. Land based vacations use a lot of time getting from one point of interest to the next. These itineraries are designed for time intensive visits in port, and transportation at night. Moving from one town to the next while you sleep affords a lot of time for visiting the places you came to see.

There is an abundant variety of cruise itineraries. What is right for you? Western or Eastern Mediterranean, Greece, Adriatic, Great Britain, Scandinavia, Baltic, Russia, Black Sea... oh my there are a lot of choices. Quality and amenities also vary considerably among cruise lines. You might know a lot about what you want, but how do you know you are making the right choice?

Not to worry - we are here to help. Our experts have expansive knowledge about all the nuances. That is what we are here for - to make sure you get the right vacation for your individual needs.

Afraid you might miss something in the Heart of Europe if you choose a cruise? Pre and post cruise packages can add that extra special element to make sure your European experience is complete. Want to spend your entire vacation in Central Europe? If that is right for you, we have your best interests in mind when we help you choose from our wide selection of first class tours. Group tours, motorcoach, independent... you name it, we have it.

If your next destination is Europe, we're there. Let us help plan your dream vacation and we guarantee your experience will be the very best for YOU.