Category: Slovakia

ETIAS: the new visa waiver program for the Schengen Zone

ETIAS: the new visa waiver program for the Schengen Zone

By on Dec 26, 2019 in Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Eastern Europe, Estonia, Europe, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Health & Safety, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Regions, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
Are you thinking of one day visiting one or more of the Schengen member states of Europe? Whether you’re drawn by the dramatic landscapes of Iceland, the sunshine and beaches of Spain or the relaxed pace of life in Greece, you need to be aware of some changes that are due to take place. From
Danube highlights: an A-ROSA DONNA river cruise

Danube highlights: an A-ROSA DONNA river cruise

By on Oct 26, 2019 in Austria, Cruises & Boat Travel, Eastern Europe, Europe, Food and Drink, Hungary, Regions, Slovakia, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
A long horizontal crimson-red rose, decorating the A-ROSA DONNA’s white hull, informs us that we have found our 100 cabin river cruiser at Engelshartzell, Austria. The 118-metre ship will be our home for the next five nights for a cruise that takes us on a dramatic section of the Danube through Vienna and out to
Top 5 ports to visit on the Danube

Top 5 ports to visit on the Danube

By on Apr 09, 2019 in Austria, Cruises & Boat Travel, Eastern Europe, Europe, Germany, Hungary, Leisure Travel, Regions, Slovakia, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
Travelling some 1,700 miles between Germany and Ukraine, Europe’s second-longest river links no fewer than ten countries, showcasing some of the Continent’s most impressive cities. But, alongside the great capitals of Austria, Hungary and Slovakia, there are plenty of lesser-visited gems on its storied banks. To help guide you, find my following selection of must
Top 9 rivers for luxury river cruising in Europe

Top 9 rivers for luxury river cruising in Europe

By on Nov 17, 2018 in Austria, Cruises & Boat Travel, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Germany, Hungary, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Portugal, Regions, Romania, Russia, Slovakia, Spain, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Western Europe
River cruising is gaining in popularity, but is it for you, and which river do you choose? The average age is slightly higher than ocean cruising, and it is generally more expensive, but it offers more inclusions and there is a suitable itinerary for everyone. It particularly suits those with an interest in history and
Strasbourg Christmas Market

15 festive alternatives to German Christmas markets

By on Nov 25, 2015 in Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, Events, France, Hungary, Italy, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Poland, Slovakia, Sweden, Switzerland, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
Think Christmas markets and you think of Germany; from Munich to Nuremburg, from beer in Cologne to bratwursts in Leipzig, they seem to have it cornered, with many Christmas traditions having originated from our German cousins. If however, you’re looking for something a bit different but still pine for the magic of a pretty town
Confessions of a Viking River Cruises addict

Confessions of a Viking River Cruises addict

By on May 27, 2015 in Austria, Cruises & Boat Travel, Eastern Europe, Europe, Germany, Hungary, Leisure Travel, Regions, Slovakia, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
I have a confession to make. I’m a Viking River Cruises junkie. I thought I had my addiction under control. It all started last year when Viking invited me to join them on their Portraits of Southern France-Avignon to Chalon river cruise. I was so not a cruiser (having had much less than wonderful experiences