Europe Destinations

Everyone knows the power of cities like Paris, Rome and London and for good reason. With an unbelievably rich history and endless things to do, it would take weeks before you experienced everything they have to offer.

As international travel becomes more and more accessible to the average traveler, consider adding unique Europe destinations to your itinerary that are on the way.

Reykjavik, Iceland is quite possibly one of the most unusual and majestic cities in the world, and with an exchange rate that is continually improving for Americans, it is well worth a visit to the land of fire and ice. Swim in the Blue Lagoon, a geothermal heated pool surrounded by snow capped lava fields or explore nearby geysers and watch for the Northern Lights each evening.

Or swing into the oft-overlooked Oslo, Norway. Small by capital city standards, it is a clean and culturally affluent city full of beautiful people and exceptional landscapes. Train tours through the Norwegian mountains plunge down towards the famous Norwegian Fjords and depart daily from Oslo’s Central Station.

If you love the mountains of northern Italy, then Ljubljana, Slovenia is an up-and-coming city full of delights just waiting to be discovered.

Looking for warmth and drama? Istanbul, Turkey sits as the gateway between the Black Sea and the Mediterranean Sea. Dip into a Turkish bath or explore Roman ruins dating from 300 A.D.

Though the popular European destinations are favorites for a reason, it can be a magical experience to unearth the secrets of a city that few people have visited. All it takes is a little investigating and an adventurous spirit. You’ll experience a European vacation unlike any other.

Regardless of where you travel in Europe, visit remote village or bustling capital, you will come home with memories that will last you a lifetime.