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By James Martin, About.com Guide since 2002

Andalusia Map | Interactive Map of Andalusia Spain Created: Sunday, September 09, 2007 Updated: Monday, May 21, 2012
Andalusia map with tourist information on the big tourist cities like Seville, Cordoba and Granada, as well as other tourist destinations in Andalucia.
Barcelona Spain - Barcelona Travel Guide Created: Wednesday, September 24, 2003 Updated: Monday, May 21, 2012
Barcelona travel guide. Barcelona is one of Spain's most popular travel destinations. A vacation in Barcelona is rewarded by some of the world's most interesting architecture, food, nightlife and m...
Planning Your European Trip - Europe Travel Created: Sunday, February 07, 2010 Updated: Monday, May 21, 2012
European travel planning information. Here's an where to find great travel information on Europe Travel and the About travel network.
Day Trips - When to go and when not to go on a Day Trip Created: Friday, June 01, 2007 Updated: Monday, May 21, 2012
Day trips are tempting. Is it better to stay in a place or take a day trip? The answer might surprise you.
Cheap Flights in Europe - Are Bargain Airlines Better than Trains? Created: Friday, January 13, 2006 Updated: Monday, May 21, 2012
Cheap flights offered by bargain air carriers are a recent development in Europe. Are cheap flights better than trains or rail transportation? Read about cheap flights in Europe and decide.
Eating in Spain - Spanish Food and Restaurants Created: Thursday, July 31, 2003 Updated: Monday, May 21, 2012
Eating in Spain: Can a tourist get vegetables in a Spanish restaurant? Maybe!
Top Nude Beaches | European Beach Guide Created: Monday, April 04, 2005 Updated: Monday, May 21, 2012
The best European nude and topless beaches mapped. A travel guide devoted to the best European beaches.
Tarragona Spain Guide - Travel Planner for Tarragona Created: Monday, February 02, 2004 Updated: Monday, May 21, 2012
Tarragona travel planning guide. All about getting to and enjoying the attractions of Tarragona, Spain.
Europe Travel Safety - Tips for a Safe Trip to Europe Created: Tuesday, December 09, 2003 Updated: Monday, May 21, 2012
Scams, tricks, thievery and other things to watch out for when you travel within Europe, plus some hints on minimizing the potential for danger on your European trip.
Burano Travel Guide and Pictures Created: Friday, December 05, 2003 Updated: Sunday, May 20, 2012
Burano Italy, a short day trip from Venice, offers lace and lacemaking, great seafood, and colorful houses.
Venice Secrets - Best Food and Fun in La Serenissima Created: Tuesday, February 01, 2005 Updated: Sunday, May 20, 2012
Venice is everyone's favorite open air museum. We share some of the hidden secrets of Venice from where to find the best food to how to get into the best attractions.
Venice Hotels - Where to Stay Created: Friday, June 15, 2007 Updated: Saturday, May 19, 2012
Our favorite places to stay in Venice, Italy. Hotels in Venice from Luxury to best value.
Segovia Spain - Travel Planner for Segovia Created: Friday, December 05, 2003 Updated: Saturday, May 19, 2012
Tons of interesting architecture make Segovia Spain a must-see city on the Spanish tourist's itinerary.
Segovia Spain - Getting to Segovia - Food - Hotels Created: Monday, December 08, 2003 Updated: Saturday, May 19, 2012
Segovia Spain transportation options: how to get to Segovia, Spain by train, bus or car. Notes on food and hotels in Segovia.
Cicchetti in Venice: Eating in a Venetian Bàcaro Created: Friday, May 18, 2012 Updated: Friday, May 18, 2012
Guide to eating Venetian small plates, called cicchetti, usually consumed in a Bàcaro. How to order cicchetti and wine in Venice.
Provence Map | Provence France Travel Ideas Created: Friday, February 25, 2005 Updated: Friday, May 18, 2012
Provence map showing the best cities to visit in the popular region of the south of France.
Basel Travel Guide - Information on Basel, Switzerland Created: Wednesday, March 22, 2006 Updated: Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Basel, Switzerland travel information. Bastel is situated at the confluence of France, Germany, and Switzerland. Find out the travel essentials for Basel, Switzerland.
Frankfurt Cheap Affordable Shopping in Frankfurt, germany Created: Sunday, August 07, 2011 Updated: Sunday, May 13, 2012
Guide to budget shopping options in Frankfurt, Germany. Markets for the cheap traveler.
Airline Phone Numbers and Websites - Airlines Serving Europe or European Destinations Created: Saturday, December 20, 2003 Updated: Sunday, May 13, 2012
A list of airline phone numbers and web sites for airlines serving European destinations
Dinant Belgium Travel Planner Created: Tuesday, March 30, 2004 Updated: Saturday, May 12, 2012
Dinant Belgium is a small town on the Meuse River, dominated by its two tourist attractions: the Citadel, which overlooks the town from a 100 meter cliff, and the Cathedral of Notre Dame, capped by...
Your European Vacation - How Much Will it Cost? Created: Sunday, September 21, 2003 Updated: Friday, May 11, 2012
How much does Europe travel cost these days? Well, maybe it'd help if you looked at what I paid for gas, leased car, hotels and restaurant food and get some frugal tips for your vacation along the ...
Bergen Norway Travel Guide - Travel Information on Bergen, Norway Created: Wednesday, January 03, 2007 Updated: Thursday, May 10, 2012
Bergen, Norway is considered the gateway to the fiords. Travel to Bergen is rewarded by beautiful vistas, a quaint village atmosphere, and old world charm.
Vienna Austria Travel Guide Created: Thursday, December 04, 2003 Updated: Thursday, May 10, 2012
Vienna, Austria is a popular Austrian vacation destination. In our travel guide, you find where to stay and what to do in Vienna.
Vienna Day Trip Guide Created: Tuesday, May 08, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, May 08, 2012
Vienna is at the Crossroads between eastern and western Europe--take a vacation rental in Vienna and visit the interesting area around it.
Off Season Travel In Europe - Tips and Tools for Spring, Fall, and Winter Vacations Created: Monday, September 27, 2004 Updated: Tuesday, May 08, 2012
Off season vacations in Europe can be very rewarding if you plan right. We feature tools and tips for spring and fall travel.
Nudism and Naturism in Austria - FKK and Austrian Nude Beaches Created: Wednesday, September 12, 2007 Updated: Tuesday, May 08, 2012
Resources for the tourist to visit naturism parks and nude beaches in Austria. Nudism and FKK in Austria.
Vienna Coffee Houses | Kaffeehaus | Historic Viennese Cafes Created: Saturday, January 08, 2011 Updated: Tuesday, May 08, 2012
Vienna's top historic cafes, or coffee houses to visit on your vacation. Coffeehouses are an institution in Vienna.
Austria Scenic Train Rides - Scenic Routes in Austria Created: Monday, April 17, 2006 Updated: Tuesday, May 08, 2012
Austria features some stunning scenic train rides. Here are the best scenic routes through Austria via rail.
Rail Travel in Europe - Comparing Costs Created: Monday, December 08, 2003 Updated: Tuesday, May 08, 2012
Ever wonder if it's cheaper to rent or lease a car, buy tickets on the train, or use a railpass? I compare the three from data aquired on a recent Europe trip.
Villach Austria - On the Trail of Wolfgang Puck Created: Sunday, December 07, 2003 Updated: Tuesday, May 08, 2012
Villach makes a pleasant stop on a Venice to Vienna or Salzburg route, and it's a stop foodies may wish to make.
Lucca Travel and Tourism Guide - Lucca Essentials Created: Tuesday, May 25, 2004 Updated: Sunday, May 06, 2012
Lucca, the concise guide to the Tuscan walled city. Lucca has many attractions for the tourist, including intact ramparts you can walk or bike around.
Best Tuscan Hilltowns - Vote for Your favorite Hill Town Created: Friday, July 22, 2005 Updated: Sunday, May 06, 2012
Hilltowns. We love 'em. What's the best hilltown in Tuscany? Look at these hilltowns and vote!

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