Tips for Cycling The Danube From Passau to Bratislava Hi everyone, my names Mike, and I’m currently cycling around Thailand while running my bike blog - Pinch-Flat. Recently I was able to go on an adventure across Europe on my bicycle, and today I’m here to tell you about one of the more relaxing sections of the ride - cycling the Danube from Passau to Bratislava. The Danube River rises from the ... Read Full Article
Up Close Picture of the Week: Salzburg from the Mirabell Garden
Salzburg is a beautiful, baroque city located right on the Salzach River, with parks, historical sites and wonderful music venues, plus shopping and dining spots that won’t put a huge hole in your pocketbook. The Mirabell Garden is just one of the many must-see sights in Salzburg.Photo by Bill Fogarty for EuropeUpClose.com ... Read Full Article
Hungary Tourist Information
Hungarians have contributed some of the world's best musicians, world class cuisine and a glorious medieval legacy. Budapest is a cosmopolitan city of old lanes and flashy people and has a lot to offer to everyone. The surrounding countryside is dotted with castles, fortresses, monasteries and beautiful villages and towns that hark back to the days when Hungary was a great empire. The Danube River ... Read Full Article
Family Fun in Vienna
Vienna may seem like the place for cafe culture, but it offers so much more. Families of all ages will enjoy the many opportunities for fun in this light-hearted city.Museums that kids will loveZOOM Children's Museum With a variety of exhibitions and hands-on programs, Zoom Children's Museum appeals to kids from 8 months old to teens. Little ones will have wonderful tactile ... Read Full Article
Our Guide to Tipping in Europe
Traveling to Europe should be an adventure, but trying to figure out the tipping rules for each country can be a headache. Here is our quick guide to the ins and outs of tipping in Europe. Austria At restaurants in Austria you should round up the bill, or tip 5-10%. Tip in cash, handing the tip directly to the server, or tell the server how much the bill should be (including tip) before he or ... Read Full Article