Europe Travel Destinations

Those who love fishing will find that the Faroe Islands is also a fishing paradise, with clean and isolates streams, rivers and lakes. Angling is the most common practice, where one fishes for trout and salmon, and the ultimate reward – eating the fresh fish you yourself have caught.

When fishing in lakes and streams, larger fishing tackles are recommended. Bait used is often shrimp or worm, but some also use mssels, and fly larvae. Local anglers point out lakes in Sandoy and remote lakes in Vagar as best places to fish. The walk to and from the lake is an experience in itself, with the surrounding green mountains and rock s to please your sight.

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Visit the Canary archipelago, located in the Atlantic ocean, south of the Iberian peninsula, and is closer to the African coast. The islands originated from a volcanic eruption, making its soil rich for vegetation to thrive. Its climate is consistent, with temperature usually at 22 degrees Celcius. It’s climate is said to be a “perpetual springtime”, making it a hot spot throughout the year.

The island offers great beaches, with tourist programs focusing on water related recreation. Sceneries are everywhere, from volcanoes to forests, mountains to sandy white beaches. It has more than 1,500 kilometers of coastline. Definitely for beach lovers.

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Located in the Gulf Stream in the North Atlantic, halfway between Iceland and Norway, the Faroe Islands is the best place for travelers who want to dare to be different. Enjoy the climate, nature, the culture and festivities. It is known as a birdwatcher’s paradise, as the island is home to around 300 species of birds. Some are migratory and some are local breeds. Some of the birds build nests on cliffs, and visitors can take a boat ride to view them. Night excursion is also available to watch nocturnal birds.

The island food is also something to look forward to. The folks eat what is available – fish and whales, meat from sheep, vegetables and potatoes. They have found ways to preserve food for it to last especially during harsh weather.

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Sicily is an autonomous region of Southern Italy. It is known for the island’s triangular shape. It is a major part of the Mediterranean trade routes, giving it a rich history and culture. Archaeological sites in Sicily include the Necropolis of Pantalica and the Valley of the Temples.

Sicily is highly agricultural, with large orange and lemon orchards. It is also known for its wine-making and the variety of cuisines, hence the nickname “God’s Kitchen”. Ingredients are all-natural: fresh fruits and vegetables, herbs, citrus, spices, and sea foods freshly harvested from the surrounding coastline such as tuna, sardines, cuttlefish and swordfish.

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Crete is Europe’s southernmost island. It has everything a traveler is looking for: sandy beaches, mountain villages, tranquil places and night-life beach bars. Get a feel of the rural European life while walking through the cobbled streets and looking at the Greek houses. The fresh and healthy foods are also something to look forward to. Locals are hospitable and they warmly welcome visitors.

The ideal months to visit Crete are between April to mid-October. The weather is varied: from sunny and warm to cold and breezy. The island’s uncrowded feel adds to the magical experience of tourists. Visit Crete and experience tranquility.

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Maximize Europe, experience its rich culture and take a Mediterranean Cruise! The Mediterranean coastline and all the key cities can be visited with a 3-day to a 14-day cruise. You can choose your direction: from East to West, or the other way? Then decide on a cruise line, and the length of the tour. There are several themes for each tour, like a Caribbean Mediterranean Cruise, where the route starts at Spain, then to France, Italy, Monaco, Greece, Turkey, then to Malta, Crete and Sicily. Some even reach Morocco, Canary Islands and Egypt! Go and see half of the world!

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The Florence National Archaeological Museum houses some of the collections of Etruscan art and Roman remains, which is in the Palazzo della Crochetta. The museum was established in 1870, and transferred to the current location in 1880. One of the interesting sections of the museum is the Egyptian collections, which has the second largest collection of Egyptian artifacts in Italy, next to the Museo Egizio in Turin.

The museum was first opened in 1855. Today, it contains more than 14,000 artifacts in nine galleries and two warehouses. Collections contain mummies, amulets, bronze statues, a New Testament papyrus and other historical artifacts.

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Last March 7 and 8, 2008, the first Zagreb Wine Gourmet Festival was held in Mimara Museum, Zagreb, Croatia. Top international and local wine producers graced the event, and visitors reached 2,500. It was an opportunity for professionals in the food, wine, restaurant and hotel businesses to exchange ideas and experiences. The event showed that Croatia has the potential in becoming a center of oenology and gastronomy, which represent two important aspects of human creativity. With this promising development, plans for 2009 Zagreb Wine Gourmet Festival has already started. The organizer is GLORIA – 1001 delicija, is looking forward to another enjoyable and enriching event.

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