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- Confucious
"Where ever you go.
Go with all your heart."
RECOMMENDATIONS
SCOTLAND
The City of the Dead Tour is a tour of the Underground City of Edinburgh. You get to tour the tunnels where people used to reside centuries ago, and hear all the stories associated with them.
Edinburgh, Scotland
The Faerie Glen or Fairy Glen, is located in the Isle of Skye in the Scottish Highlands. The Fairy Glen is a fascinating place, it has beautiful green hills, mysterious rock formations, unique tree formations, you name it. What makes it more enchanting is that there aren't any signs telling you where it is; so it can only be found by those who truly desire to see it.
FAERIE GLEN
Isle of Skye, Scotland
ENGLAND
St. Paul's Cathedral, is a Protestant cathedral located near the Thames in London. There is much history associated with St. Paul's Cathedral. It was one of the only standing buildings during The London Blitz in 1940, it is also the resting place of many famous historical figures. The best part is being able to climb to the top of the cathedral and getting a wonderful view of London.
ST. PAUL'S CATHEDRAL
London, England
This is my personal favorite. I've been to London twice and seen Wicked both times I was there. It takes place at the lovely Apollo Victoria Theatre. The acting and music is fantastic. They have souvenirs and concessions you can buy. It is worth every penny you spend on the tickets. The friends I attended Wicked with are still raving about it a year later.
WICKED THE MUSICAL
London, England
IRELAND
The Giant's Causeway tour leaves from Dublin and for the day you tour various locations in Northern Ireland.As part of the tour you visit Giant's Causeway, Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, Dunluce Castle, White Park Bay, and at the end of the tour you get to spend an hour walking around Belfast. Going on this tour was one of the best decisions I have ever made.
GIANT'S CAUSEWAY TOUR FROM DUBLIN
Country Antrim, Northern Ireland
At the Guinness Storehouse, you get to tour the storehouse at your own pace. There are multiple levels filled with old equipment, and you get to know the vast history that is behind Guinness. At the very end of the tour, you get to go to the Gravity Bar, that has a 360º view of Dublin, and you then receive a free pint of Guinness, if you wish to have one.
GUINNESS STOREHOUSE
Dublin, Ireland
FRANCE
You can go to the top of this magnificent landmark day or night. Once you're at the top, you have the most stunning view of Paris, you can see Notre Dame, The Seine, the Arc de Triomphe and so much more. The Eiffel Tower is a must, MUST see. You also have to go to the top, you will not regret it one bit.
EIFFEL TOWER
Paris, France
Notre Dame Cathedral is as beautiful on the inside, as it is on the outside. When inside, you get to see some of the most beautiful stained glass windows. You also have the opportunity to climb to the top of the cathedral. When you are on the outside, by the bell towers, there are dozens of gargoyles that are just fascinating. You also get a nice view of the Eiffel Tower and the rest of Paris.
NOTRE DAME CATHEDRAL
Paris, France
Some of the most beautiful works of art reside in the Louvre. You get to see the statue of Venus de Milo, 'Liberty Leading the People', and lastly the famous Mona Lisa, which is a must see. When you see it, and think of everything associated with the painting and the man who painted it, you feel a deep appreciation for it, and you feel so lucky you get to see it in person.
THE LOUVRE
Paris, France
GERMANY
Neuschwanstein Castle was built in the late 1800's for Ludwig II of Bavaria.He died before it was completed. Shortly after King Ludwig died, the castle opened to the public. To this day it is one of the most visited and well known castles in the world. It is a truly spectacular sight to see. The gorgeous mountains are bonus.
NEUSCHWANSTEIN CASTLE
Schwangau, Germany
Everyone who has taken a history class knows of the Berlin Wall and its history. Most of the Berlin Wall fell in 1989 when they demolished it, but a small section of it is still standing. Near this section of the wall there are a number of memorials for those who lost their lives trying to get to the other side of the Wall. If you appreciate history, you would appreciate seeing the Berlin Wall.
BERLIN WALL
Berlin, Germany
ITALY
I spent a day in Venice and it was just crazy. It is amazing seeing how people travel in this city. There are no cars, all travel is done by feet, bike, or boat. It really is a city that is slowly sinking. It also has such Italian like architecture. It's just wonderful. It's unlike any other place you could visit.
VENICE
Venice, Italy
When I was in Rome, my friend and I spent a day in Vatican City. We visited St. Peter's Square as well as the Vatican Museums. I would encourage everyone to visit the museums, because the last stop is the Sistine Chapel. It was a really neat feeling knowing I was standing in a building thats ceiling was painted by the famous Michelangelo. Don't forget to grab a gelato when you leave the Vatican City!
VATICAN CITY
Vatican City State
POLAND
Auschwitz-Birkenau is not for the faint of heart. If you have a love for history, especially World War II, just like me, I would say this is something for you. It's not a fun outing of course, but it's a very good learning experience. It really gives you a new appreciation for the life you have.
AUSCHWITZ-BIRKENAU
Oświęcim, Poland
NORWAY
Isfjorden is just a hop, skip and a jump from the town of Ã…ndalsnes. The picture to the right is actually a picture of the fjord in Isfjorden, that was taken from the train station in Ã…ndalsnes. It is really beautiful. You can also hop on a bus to Geirangerfjord, which is one of the most famous fjords in Norway.
