Ukraine and Armenia are the two Eastern European countries included in Globe Spots Top 10 Countries to visit in 2013. This is the fifth edition of the top which illustrated the countries that will or at least should become top tourist destinations in the next year. As Globe Spots indicated, the list is determined based […]
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United Airlines Offers New Daily Service to Istanbul
United Airlines will now offer service to Turkey with its new daily nonstop service between Newark Liberty International Airport and Istanbul’s Ataturk International Airport.
This Week’s Famous Eastern Europeans Quiz
For those of you out there who love a challenge, Argo Travel News offers up this Eastern Europe celeb quiz from the cool folks at ProProfs. You’ll be surprised at how proud some countries are of their celebrity countrymen too. More on that later, but test yourself now on your celeb know how.
Oceania Cruises’ Riviera Christened in Barcelona
Oceania Cruises, one of the world’s top luxury cruiselines, cristened their latest vessel, m/s Riviera in Barcelona yesterday. The 66,172-ton vessel, built by famed Italian yard Fincantieri’s Sestri Ponente, will set sail on a 10-day maiden voyage from Venice to Athens beginning May 16.
Reasons to Visit Eastern Europe Now
Europe is fascinating, complex and diverse but also a place of contrasts and sometimes mysteries. Less popular and unjustly undervalued, the East of Europe actually provides an authentic travel experience from the different ranges of cultures and historical landmarks here, to surprising landscapes, warm hospitality and undiscovered places. Like so many undiscovered treasures, Eastern Europe is all set to enthrall new-found friends.
U.S. Traveler’s Guide to Eastern Europe
It may be named as simply another section of the European continent but Eastern Europe holds a unique history and an appeal all its own for travelers from the United States. Plagued by conflict and with its people heavily oppressed for much of its history and until as few as 20 years ago in some regions, Eastern Europe in 2012 is a beautiful place of humble and hearty people amidst some of the most breathtaking backdrops, from cityscapes to country roads, in the world.
Sun Plaza Mall: Sunniest Mall in Bucharest, Romania
Claiming itself to be the largest shopping center in Eastern Europe, Sun Plaza Mall was inaugurated on February 25, 2010 and since then, has received two CIJ Awards in the categories of “Best Shopping Centre Development” and “Best Overall Development” and it has also achieved an official record, accepted by the Guinness Book – In 2010, it created the world’s largest indoor Christmas display, using 449,658 lights.
East Europe – Far East Drive World Travel
As Western Europe struggles under the weight of its debt and the Arab Spring continues to rumble on to an uncertain future, travel groups are turning to Eastern Europe and the Far East as they look to bring some cheer into 2012.
East Europe Travel Trends
For most travelers Western Europe has been at the top of their destinations list since when, this is especially true for Americans. The Summer Olympics in London promise to bolster the decades long trend too, but according to Gate 1 Travel, river cruises in Eastern Europe show vacationers heading Eastward too.
Eastern European Vacations on the Rise
While Western European cities such as London and Paris continue to be among the favorite destinations for American travelers, Eastern Europe is fast catching up thanks in no small part to the rising popularity of its river cruises.
Top 10 Spring Break Destinations in Eastern Europe
Spring break with a twist: Eastern Europe, an unlikely destination for many, has a lot to offer to the most discerning traveler.
Could Eastern Europe Become a Favoured Road Trip Destination?
A great way of exploring Eastern Europe is by taking a road trip! Road trips are so fun and they allow you to see multiple locations in one holiday.
5 Cities to Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Eastern Europe
Argophilia Travel News has come to a decision on its favorite Eastern European cities to welcome 2012.
Budget Travel Through Eastern Europe
Trains and buses are among the most affordable options to travel in Eastern Europe on a budget. Popular with backpackers, trains take you relatively fast from one destination to another.
September Travel Deals to Eastern Europe
Eastern Europe saves its true charms for September. It’s the time of the harvest, and the end of the hot Summer season.