The Cotswolds is a classic destination for those looking to escape the bustle of metropolitan England. The rolling hills and peaceful meadows are dotted with Iron Age forts, castles, pubs,... read more →
The Valais to the French speaker, or Wallis to the German speaker, is an arid canton with many of Europe's highest, glaciated peaks. Typically, the weather is sunny and dry,... read more →
The unique geography of the Appenzell region, coupled with its fascinating culture and history, makes Appenzell a fun destination for the adventurous hiker. Folded mountain peaks rise abruptly from pristine... read more →
Perhaps the most interesting touristic region of Switzerland is that of the Engadine. Canton Graubunden in the southeastern portion of Switzerland is an intriguing corner to explore, not only for... read more →
Oberland Region The Oberland region is Switzerland at its most classic. Snowy peaks tower over green meadows filled with the world's most happy and beautiful cows. Pastoral culture is alive... read more →
History Based on professor Albin Belar‘s original concept in 1908, Slovenia's Alpine Protection Park was finally realized in 1924. Starting out at 1600 hectares, the park has grown incrementally through... read more →
Comprising over 90,000 acres of mountainous terrain, the Italian Dolomites offer a unique corner of the Alps with distinctive geology and a fascinating blend of cultures. Formed at the same... read more →
History For millennia, the region of the Valle d’Aosta was one of the main access routes between northern and southern Europe. Celtic people entered the area between the fifth and... read more →
You will begin your journey in the Haute Savoie. The Mont Blanc region has always been the center of the Savoie up until the First World War. The geopolitical boundaries... read more →
Geography and Location Brilliant blue lakes, verdant valleys, and towering peaks with cascading glaciers characterize the Lake District surrounding Salzburg Austria and the Dachstein, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and... read more →
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