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Incantato Concert Tours, Italy

LCHS sings at the Cattedrale di San Lorenzo, Perugia on April 3, 2023

No Perugia visit is complete with a visit to the Duomo di Perugia, in Italian called Cattedrale di San Lorenzo which translates to Cathedral of Saint Lawrence. The impressive building ...

by Sandra @Europe Insiders • January 11, 2023January 11, 2023

Epic Eats: Culinary Experiences for Foodies, Ireland, Travel Insider Tips

How do you say “Cheers” in Ireland? Sláinte!

We love to cheer with the locals.
When in Ireland, say: Sláinte! Pronounce this Irish term as slawn-cha. It gets easier after each pint!

by Inside Europe • January 10, 2023January 10, 2023

Family Vacations - Multi-Gen Trips, Italy, Travel Insider Tips

Italy Insider Tip: Climb the Dome of St. Peter’s for THE View of Rome

The Papal Basilica of St. Peter in the Vatican, in Italian Basilica di San Pietro (or Basilica Papale San Pietro) or simply known in English as St. Peter’s Basilica at ...

by Sandra @Europe Insiders • December 28, 2022December 28, 2022

Destinations, Germany, Travel Insider Tips

‘Tis the Season: Experience 🇩🇪Christmas Markets 🎄like a Local with the Locals

Beautifully decorated wooden stalls, mulled vintner’s wine with cinnamon, cloves and oranges slices, twinkling holiday lights galore, spiced gingerbread and plätzchen, festive carols, and historic carousels: German Christmas Markets are ...

by Sandra @Europe Insiders • November 30, 2022December 7, 2024

France, Incantato Concert Tours

Make Paris, France your stage with Incantato: Sing at the Eiffel Tower?

When in Paris, seeing the Eiffel Tower is a must. While “Castles + Cathedrals” is the title for the 2023 France concert tour for San Marino HS choirs, we are ...

by Sandra @Europe Insiders • November 15, 2022

Epic Eats: Culinary Experiences for Foodies, Germany, Travel Insider Tips

Is Heidelberg Germany’s most romantic city?

For many, it’s love at first sight when they arrive in Heidelberg’s historic city center. But is Heidelberg Germany’s most romantic city? Mark Twain surely thinks so. Plus, the city ...

by Sandra @Europe Insiders • November 10, 2022November 10, 2022

Greece, Incantato Concert Tours

Hotel Sol Marina Crete: Greek Hospitality with a Twist

What better place than a beachside resort to call your first home away from home in Greece? Hotel Sol Marina on the beautiful island of Crete is looking forward to ...

by Sandra @Europe Insiders • November 8, 2022

Family Vacations - Multi-Gen Trips, Italy, Sight-Sleeping

Italy Insider: Hotel Le Méridien Visconti Rome

Location, location, location! Whether you are into Roman history and ancient architecture, a pilgrim seeking to stay close to the Vatican, into museums or shopping, or a fan of authentic ...

by Sandra @Europe Insiders • November 5, 2022February 24, 2023

Epic Eats: Culinary Experiences for Foodies, Germany, Travel Insider Tips

Postcard from Germany: Time travel in 2,000+ year-old Speyer

Skipping through Speyer’s cobble stone streets is a great idea, but to skip visiting this over 2,000 year-old German city isn’t. Due to its prominent location on the Rhine river, ...

by Sandra @Europe Insiders • October 24, 2022October 24, 2022

Family Vacations - Multi-Gen Trips, Italy, Travel Insider Tips

Postcard from Italy: Venice water taxi smiles

When in Venice, take a motoscafo, a water taxi. Elegant, fast and a lot of fun, these speed boats are worth the splurge. Smiles are guaranteed.

by Sandra @Europe Insiders • October 24, 2022October 28, 2022

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