Archive for Category: "Europe"
Voluntourism Spotlight: Work with Refugees in Brussels
As the headquarters for the European Union, Brussels is often the center of political and historic policies and events. Fittingly, Belgium ranks third in the world as most welcoming nation to refugees. This week, our voluntourism spotlight highlights the Rixensart Refugees Centre, located just outside Brussels. Learn more about their volunteer program this weekend’s broadcast [...]
How to Be Irish All Year: St. Patrick’s Day Parades & Beyond
St. Patrick’s Day, a holiday that originally paid tribute to the bishop who introduced Christianity to Ireland in the 5th century, has evolved into a celebration of all things Irish. More than 34 million U.S. residents claim Irish ancestry, according to a U.S. census poll. That’s more than four times the population of The Republic [...]
In Honor of Pope Francis: Four Travel Shortcuts in Rome
White smoke is coming from the Sistine Chapel today, indicating that the Cardinals have chosen Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio of Argentina the 266th pope. In addition to making headlines around the world, the announcement has caused a sudden boost in travel to Rome. Approximately 300,000 papal pilgrims were expected to visit the city for the [...]
Exploring Ireland’s ‘Wild West’: Galway, Connemara and Inis Mór
Many a visitor heads home from Ireland after sampling the sights—and the Guinness—in Dublin, Kerry and Cork. Ask the Irish though and they will tell you not to miss West coast: the Celtic culture of Galway city, the romantic moors of Connemara, the fierce cliffs of the Aran isles. In honor of the Gathering and [...]
Travel Tip: The Gathering
It’s not often that an entire country gets together to honor its heritage. I’m talking about Ireland, which is celebrating something called The Gathering this year. The idea behind The Gathering is to bring together those with Irish heritage—or those who just want to learn more about it—from all over the world. There are hundreds [...]
5 Immersive Travel Experiences for Fans of Downton Abbey
Are you tuning into Downton Abbey? If you’re dreaming of walking the grounds of Downton like Mary and Matthew, the UK has real-life ways for fans to let loose your inner Dowager Countess….if only for an hour or two. From hunting to high tea, Travel Correspondent Alyssa Caverley’s report on how you can travel back [...]
How You Can Travel Back to Downton Abbey: Castles, High Tea & More
Season Three of Downton Abbey has started and it’s shaping up to the be the best one yet. If you can’t wait until this Sunday’s episode, check out Alyssa Caverley’s report on real-life travel opportunities inspired by the series. Keep reading for information on the top five Downton-inspired local sites. more>>
Hot Destinations 2013: Finding the Locals’ Istanbul
We can do better than the old cliche of Istanbul as “East meets West.” Instead, Courtney Crockett seeks out the vibrant local experience–the real hamam culture, Türk kahvehane and the hidden corners of the Grand Bazaar. If you follow the Istanbul of some tour guides, you’re sure to have the so-persistent photo op wearing a [...]
