Hot topics for both consumers and webmarketers on WebmasterRadio.FM
Every Wednesday, 4PM Eastern.
Traveling to Europe? Stop Here for Info!
Posted by Katie-Anne Gustafsson on Sep 28, 2009
As of today I'm the official guru for Travel Europe at lifetips.com. It's always a little scary starting a new venture like this but I'm really excited about it. I love travel writing, and I also love history and there are so many opportunities for combining both of these when it comes to writing about European travel.
Over the coming weeks I'll be adding tips that will cover all of the countries within Europe. I'll cover what you should see, the main attractions, anything you can do to get the most out of your vacation budget, how you can get around, and even if there's any places that are great for the kids.
If anyone has a specific country they'd like to see featured, please leave a comment here, tell me where you hope to go,if there's any urgency, and I'll try to get some tips posted to help you get the most out of your european vacation..
Travel Europe is an exciting topic to cover and I can't wait to get started!
Save Tip
Comments
Tip Rating
Malahide Castle
One of the fantastic Dublin tours and attractions to complete any trip to the city is a visit to Malahide Castle. The castle was used as a fortress and private home for the Talbot family for nearly 800 years from 1185 to 1973. Originally granted to Richard Talbot by Henry II, the castle is unique in Ireland because the same family was able to keep control of it for so long, Guided tours of Malahide Castle run about thirty-five minutes and depart every fifteen minutes from the Dublin Bus Office. If you prefer to tour on your own rather than with a guide, the castle offers audio tours in a variety of different languages as well as written translations, all of which are included with your admission fee. The castle also has a tearoom and restaurant which offers a variety of menu options from a 3-course lunch to vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options.
Malahide Castle is open year round with discounted tickets available for children and families. If you plan on visiting other Dublin tours and attractions you can save money by purchasing a combined ticket. Such a ticket will gain you admittance into the castle as well as the Dublin Writers Museum, James Joyce Museum, Shaw Birthplace, and Fry Model Railway.
Save Tip
Comments
Tip Rating
Amsterdam Canal Cruises
Amsterdam canal cruises can be a great way to tour the city. Canal cruises give you a unique look at the city from the water and are particularly popular with those who want to see the city but who may not be able to walk the canal. If you're only in Amsterdam for a short period of time, a canal cruise can be a great way to get a quick look at the city.
Most tour boats hold close to 40 people and will provide a guided tour of the area in several different languages. Amsterdam canal cruises leave throughout the day every half hour to every hour and will typically cost around 8 euros. Cruises will have a specified route that covers a particular area of town or neighborhood, though you won't be able to get off the boat and explore on foot.
If you are traveling to Amsterdam with a significant other a night canal cruise may be a romantic way to spend an evening. There are a variety of evening canal cruises available, many of which will provide you and your loved ones with a lovely dinner as you travel the scenic canal.
Save Tip
Comments
Tip Rating
Barcelona Tours and Attractions
There are a variety of different ways to explore the city of Barcelona. Choosing which tour is right for you depends on how and for how long you would like to see the sights of the city. All tours book quickly so try to arrange them in advance.
Barcelona City Tours provide customizable tours of the city. The company will tailor your outing to only cover the Barcelona attractions you want to see. Tour guides will pick you up from your hotel in a minivan or coach and take you out for a half day or day long tour of the area.
If you’re a wine fan you should take a Wine and Tapas tour of Barcelona. The tours will typically take you to a variety of different Tapas bars in the area to experience different aspects of the Spanish culture.
If you’re feeling very adventurous then you may want to try a Barcelona tour by sky. Many helicopter companies in Barcelona provide helicopter tours of the city that can offer you a truly unique look at Barcelona. Prices range from 45 Euros for a 5 minute flight to 240 Euro or more for flights half an hour or longer.
Save Tip
Comments
Tip Rating
Dubin Hotels and Hostels
Finding a hotel in Dublin can be difficult when traveling during peak times. Dublin hotels tend to fill up during the summer and weekends to such a point, that finding a decent place to stay can be extremely difficult. Try to book your hotel as far in advance as you can to ensure accomodations.
In general the further you move away from downtown the cheaper a hotel will be. There are a few hostels located in downtown, though most are located further away from the town center. Hostels in many cases can be just as expensive as hotels in the Dublin area so it is wise to research your options before booking a room.
You may also be able to save money on your hotel stay by purchase a Dublin travel package that includes your airfare as well as your hotel stay. Dublin vacation packages can be purchased from travel agents and online travel sites.
Save Tip
Comments
Tip Rating
Keukenhof Garden Tours
If you are planning your Amsterdam trip between the months of March and May then you should plan a Keukenhof Garden tour. The Keukenhof Garden has one of the most extensive collections of flowers in the world with over 80 acres of flowers and is a “must-see” as far as Amsterdam tours and attractions go.
Keukenhof Garden tours are done only during the spring months while the flowers are in bloom. The gardens feature flowering shrubs and bulbs, tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, and ancient trees. In addition to its extensive outdoor flower collection the Keukenhof Gardens also have indoor flower exhibitions.
With tons of paths to explore you can easily spend an entire day doing a Keukenhof Garden tour. Keukenhof Garden tours are child friendly and there is a special route through the gardens for children where they can learn about the flowers and plants in the gardens
The gardens offer several tour options you can choose from. The full day tour runs seven hours, with a shorter three quarter day tour running five hours. The shortest Keukenhof Garden tour is the half day tour which takes two and a half hours..
LifeTips is part of ideaLaunch, the hub for a group of websites offering
solutions that help clients improve mind share, market share and profit online.
