Travel & Tourism in Europe

Travel & Tourism in Europe

Our Travel & Tourism in Europe channel articles highlight tours in Europe, including trips in Belgium, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. How you get there will depend on the your choices of places to visit in Europe, your schedule, preferences and expat travel experience. You might travel by car or take a train across Europe, and if you plan to go further afield, even

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12/10/2009 Guide to public transport in the Netherlands

The Netherlands has a reasonably good public transport system, but the payment system is undergoing transformation. Here is a basic guide to tickets, trains, buses, trams, airports and taxis, including information for those with special needs.

18/09/2009 Mongolia stages 'world's longest horse race'

More than two dozen horsemen raced across the finish line in Mongolia this month after a test of endurance that would have impressed even legendary conqueror Genghis Khan.

17/06/2009 Royal pleasures on a trip to Loire Valley's castles

A visit to the castles of the Loire can take you back to the Renaissance period and to a world of opulence and lavish parties.

23/05/2009 Once a bustling cosmopolis, modern-day Alexandria is still trying to find its feet

A bustling centre of culture in the ancient world, Alexandria is hoping that new projects like a library and archaeological dives will help establish it as a vibrant city once again.

29/02/2008 Champagne once chucked into rivers, oldtimers say

Jordane Bertrand meets Jacqueline Salvatori, 80-year-old owner of a small champagne shop in Epernay, France - the heart of the champagne region.