For those interested in seeing Europe without the constant, hectic bustle of tourism, relaxing cruises on the Rhine River have proven to be a hit. In addition to a never-ending opportunity to learn to speak German, here is a list of several fun activities to partake in during a Rhine River cruise: Allstate: This town includes a medieval castle, a parish church dating to 1794, a historical museum, and numerous delicious restaurants. Glattfelden: Situated on the River Glatt just above its junction with the Rhine, this town is the hometown of Swiss writer Gottfried Keller and is frequently referred to in his novel “Der grüne Heinrich.” Over an old stone bridge is the nearby old town of Eglisau. Rheinfelden: A little town of 7,000 inhabitants situated on the left bank of the river, Rheinfelden is home to a popular salt-water spa, ancient walls and towers, the Fricktaler Museum, and St. Martin’s Church, which dates back to the 15th century. German Beer: Germans produce the best beer in th...
Few cities offer such a romantic backdrop as that of Venice , whether planning a Valentine's Day city break or looking to create a romantic occasion just because, Venice Italy’s city on the water is the ideal location. Getting to Venice: Budget Air Tickets, Train Tickets, and the Venice Simplon Orient Express By Air – Venice is served by two airports, Marco Polo Airport is approximately 6 miles from the city and is served by local buses taking approximately 20 minutes. Many of the budget airlines also offer services to Venice Treviso airport which is approximately 18 miles away and is served by both the bus and rail network. By Rail – Venice is connected by rail to most major European cities, high speed trains arrive directly on the main island crossing the lagoon via an impressive causeway. In addition, local trains also serve other major Italian cities such as Rome and Milan. The Venice Simplon Orient Express – The most romantic and possibly the most expensive way of getting to V...