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Europe
 Websites presented in alphabetical order The AA.com: Travel 
 This site has a route planner, maps, and travel and driving tips for Great Britain and Ireland. Includes thousands of rated listings for hotel and bed and breakfast (online booking for some) and reviews of restaurants and pubs. From Britain's Automobile Association (AA). http://www.theaa.com/ Topics: Automobiles, Regions of the World, Transportation, Travel, Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Feb 28, 2006 Barcelona
This official site has information about Barcelona's local government, economy, history, recreational and cultural activities, services, sports, weather, and more. Contains information for travelers such as where to stay, restaurants, transportation, and tourist sites. In English, Spanish (Castellano), or Catalan. Searchable. http://www.bcn.es/english/ihome.htm Topics: Travel Sites by Continent Last updated May 5, 2005 Berlin.de
Information about Berlin for tourists, business travelers, and foreign residents. Most of the material is available in both English and German. http://www.berlin.de/english/index.html Topics: Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Jun 11, 2003 berlinfo.com: International Guide to Berlin
This English-language site provides tourist information about Berlin as well as information about working and living in Berlin. "Worktime" includes "essential government, economic, financial, and other business-related information." The travel section features descriptions of attractions relating to topics such as "Prussian Glory," Nazi Germany, and the divided city. Also includes information about shopping, arts and culture, music and clubs, food and drink, hotels, and more. http://www.berlinfo.com Topics: Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Jul 28, 2005 BritainUSA: Britain at Your Fingertips: FAQs
Questions and answers about topics as diverse as British holiday customs, elections and voting, food and drink, the monarchy, the Honours system, sports, tourist information, living and working in Britain, and much more. From the Public Affairs Team of the British Embassy in Washington, D.C. http://ukinusa.fco.gov.uk/en/?i=41011&d=4 Topics: History By Place, Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Nov 25, 2008 Casino Royale
This British travel site celebrates Ian Fleming's fictional secret agent James Bond, who first appeared in the novel "Casino Royale." Features a list of Bond locations, and a 2-day itinerary that lets you "[i]ndulge in the ultimate James Bond experience. Make your way around Bond's London, learn about what makes a great spy, ... and even visit the place where the phrase 'shaken, not stirred' was coined." From VisitBritain, the British the national tourism agency. http://www.visitbritain.us/things-to-see-and-do/interests/films/recent-films/casino-royale/ Topics: Film: Genres & Themes, Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Apr 15, 2008 City Guides
Downloadable audio guide for selected European cities. Includes a Paris 1968 walking tour, a tour of Glasgow with the music group Franz Ferdinand, summer tours of Stockholm and Lisbon, Ian Rankin's tour of London, and guides to Rome, Athens, and Valencia. Also includes a guide to business travel for New York City. From the website of the British newspaper The Guardian. http://www.guardian.co.uk/travel/series/cityguides Topics: Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Aug 7, 2008 City of Dresden
Official information about this city in Germany that will celebrate its 800-year anniversary in 2006. Includes thematic city maps (in German) and information about city administration, business, tourism, culture, and living and working in the city. Also includes a brief history, covering topics such as the destruction of Dresden during World War II and a history of the arts in Dresden. In English and German. http://www.dresden.de/index_en Topics: Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Jan 20, 2007 Countryside Access
Information about enjoying the rural areas of England. Includes public rights of way, areas of outstanding natural beauty (AONB), national parks, dogs and horses in the country, access for disabled people, codes of conduct for landowners and the public, and a section for land managers. There is also a brief film from Aardman Animation. From The Countryside Agency, a government-funded organization created to "conserve and enhance England's countryside." http://www.countrysideaccess.gov.uk Topics: Agriculture, National Parks & Forests, Parks, Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Sep 22, 2004 Czech Republic
A comprehensive site for the Czech Republic. In addition to sections on basic facts, political systems, the country and people, history, culture and arts, and famous people, the site also has a great section on tourism that includes links to many sites on various cities, castles, and transportation. From the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic. http://www.czech.cz/ Topics: Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Nov 24, 2001 Denmark.dk
Provides information about government, culture, science, education, business, tourism, and living and working in Denmark. Learn about famous Danes, read current news, trace Danish ancestors, and find foreign embassies in Denmark and Danish embassies abroad. "Meet the Kids!" has fact sheets and cartoons for children. From the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs. http://www.denmark.dk/en Topics: Travel Sites by Continent Last updated May 30, 2007 Destinations: Middle East
Listing of dozens of up-coming cultural and sporting events in the Middle East, covering events such as the United Arab Emirates Mazayin Dhafra Camel Festival (with a camel beauty pageant), the Bahrain Beauty Arabian exhibit, the International Istanbul Film Festival, the Haifa International Children's Theater Festival, and the Kuwait International Boat show. Browsable by type of event, such as arts, gay and lesbian, and science. From the International Student Travel Confederation (ISTC). http://www.istc.org/sisp/index.htm?fx=location&loc_id=130995 Topics: Recreation, Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Apr 14, 2008 Discover Spain
This travel site covers popular vacation spots, sightseeing destinations, regional events, arts and culture, nature reserves, and beaches, as well as lodging, restaurants, and transportation services. Addresses practical concerns such as entry requirements, money exchange, communications (e.g., postal service, Internet access), and public holidays. Also includes information about language schools. Searchable. http://www.spain.info/TourSpain/ Topics: Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Nov 10, 2004 Enlarging the Prospects of Happiness: European Travel Writing Through the Ages
This exhibition "displays a selection of actual itineraries alongside invented accounts in order to discover what readers seek in their mental travels." Explore exhibit themes such as circumnavigation, philosophy of travel, the picturesque, women travelers, and the great cities of Italy. From the University of Otago Library, New Zealand. http://www.library.otago.ac.nz/exhibitions/grand_tour/ Topics: Nonfiction by Genre, Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Jul 29, 2008 España
Designed for tourists and travelers headed for Spain. Includes information on events, the arts, food, nature, sports, beaches, and more. Available in several languages. Searchable. http://spain.info/TourSpain/Home?Language=en Topics: Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Nov 9, 2006 Eurocheapo
This site is a "budget travel resource aiming to help make travelers' time in Europe affordable and memorable. [It offers] professionally written budget travel advice and recommendations written by [a] team of seasoned travel writers," and has an emphasis on reviews of budget hotels. Also includes information about European transportation, city guides for over a dozen cities, and a budget travel blog. http://www.eurocheapo.com Topics: Travel, Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Feb 19, 2008 Europe for Visitors
"Approximately 5,000 pages of original articles, annotated links to other Web sites, and additional travel-planning resources that are specifically geared to European travel and cruising--primarily in Western and Atlantic Europe, but with Eastern Europe on our to-do list." Includes practical information (money, etiquette, pets), transportation, and country and city guides. From two travel writers. http://europeforvisitors.com/ Topics: Photograph Collections, Regions of the World, Society & Social Science, Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Nov 21, 2006 Eurotrip
"Online community for budget minded travelers." Find airfares, accommodations, rail and bus travel advice, travel tips, information on studying and working abroad, and more. Also features blogs, podcasts, and discussion forums. "Unbiased reviews and recommendations" [are provided by] our large community of experienced backpackers." Eurotrip is an independently owned travel website based in Boston. http://www.eurotrip.com/ Topics: Outdoor Recreation, Regions of the World, Travel, Travel Sites by Continent Last updated May 23, 2009 Fancyapint?
This site "aims to give you an honest insight and impartial guide to having a drink in the UK," with a focus on pubs in London. Features reviews of pubs, and a guide to drinking and pub etiquette in Britain. Search for pubs by city or neighborhood, name, London tube station, or rating. Also includes a list of reviewers. http://www.fancyapint.com/ Topics: Beverages, Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Aug 12, 2008 Generalitat de Catalunya: Catalonia
Guide to this region in Spain "bounded on the east by the Mediterranean Sea, on the north by France and Andorra, and on the west and south by the autonomous communities of Aragon and Valencia." Features tourist materials (for Barcelona, Costa Brava, and other destinations), and essays about the Catalan language, Catalonia history, politics, national symbols, cuisine, and more. In English, Catalan, and Spanish. From the Government of Catalonia's official website. http://www.gencat.net/catalunya/eng/ Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Jun 27, 2006 Germany
The German National Tourist Board has established a site with good overviews of regions and cities in Germany. You can select types of travel experience (folk festivals, arts, exhibitions, sports, events for young people, etc.) and establish a time frame for a search which produces a customized list. There are also links to some individual city Web sites (most in English and German). http://www.germany-tourism.de/ Topics: Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Oct 5, 2000 Government of Gibraltar
The official site for Gibraltar provides information about the history, government, laws, port, business, culture, geography, weather, and tourism of this small country in the western Mediterranean that has been linked to Great Britain since 1830. Also includes information about "the Barbary Apes, the only wild primates in all Europe." http://www.gibraltar.gov.gi/ Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Nov 18, 2003 Hungary: Talent for Entertaining
Travel and tourist information from the Hungarian National Tourist Office. Includes materials about gastronomy, culture, spas, and cities and regions (such as Budapest, Lake Balaton, and the Eger-Tokaj wine area). Also includes material about specific events such as the Béla Bartók anniversary in 2006 and background about history, geography, and climate. Available in several languages. http://www.hungary.com Topics: Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Oct 2, 2006 I Amsterdam
Searchable information about Amsterdam, in Dutch and English, presented by the City of Amsterdam, Netherlands. Topics such as tourism, transportation, housing, work, education, health, business, city government, historical overviews, and other information about how to find one's way in Amsterdam are presented through links to specific offices and original articles. Current local weather, a guest book, electronic greeting cards, and a map of the city are also included. http://www.iamsterdam.com/ Topics: Art by Region, Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Feb 19, 2006 Iceland
Travel site for visitors to this northern, volcanic country. Information covers lodging, transportation, tours, activities and events, food, shopping, and related travel links. Also describes the various regions, history, geology, and people and culture. Available in several languages. From the Icelandic Tourist Board. http://www.icetourist.is/default.asp?cat_id=32 Topics: Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Jan 10, 2005 In Italy Online
This travel guide to Italy features tips on planning your trip, and information on hotels, activities, sights, and more. http://www.initaly.com/ Topics: Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Jul 30, 2005 London Net
This daily magazine and visitor's guide includes entertainment listings, sports events, shopping, transportation, lodging, and news and feature articles on London events and personalities. http://www.londonnet.co.uk/ Topics: Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Feb 19, 2006 LondonTown.com
This searchable London travel guide includes information about attractions, entertainment, shopping, transportation, lodging, and restaurants, along with feature articles on seasonal activities and popular topics. Go to the "Directory" section to browse by category. Also features maps searchable by street, place, or postal code. http://www.londontown.com/ Topics: Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Jun 18, 2003 Maison de la France
A site designed for travelers from the United States who are planning to visit France. There are news bulletins and links to practical information about what to do and where to go and where to stay. From the French government's tourist office http://us.franceguide.com/ Topics: Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Feb 19, 2006 Menu: Restaurant Life of Moscow
Contains a directory of restaurants in Moscow. Includes maps. Searchable, and browsable by name, cuisine, and type of restaurant (coffee shops, patisseries, bars, pizzerias, fast food, beerhouses and more). Also available in Russian. http://eng.menu.ru/ Topics: Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Mar 9, 2005 Miss Potter: The Life of Beatrix Potter is the Most Enchanting of All
This travel and tourism site is a companion to the 2006 movie about the life of British children's author, illustrator, and conservationist Beatrix Potter. Features a brief biography (which describes some of her literary characters such as Peter Rabbit and a frog called Jeremy Fisher), details about attractions and locations in the Lake District, and touring itineraries. Includes links to related sites. From England's North Country. http://www.enjoyenglandsnorthcountry.com/misspotter/ Topics: Literature: Fiction, Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Feb 23, 2007 myvillage.com
This site provides a "blend of local news, interviews, features, theatre, cinema and clubbing events and business listings" from "a national network of over 80 London area websites and 20 major UK city sites." Also includes art show, restaurant, and job listings. Searchable, or browsable by location or by activity. http://www.myvillage.com Topics: Ready Reference & Quick Facts, Recreation, Recreation, Sports, Recreation, & Entertainment, Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Sep 6, 2004 National Parks in England, Wales & Scotland
Official website for Britain's national parks. Features details about visiting and preserving parks such as the mountain zone of the Cairngorms, Loch Lomond, the Lake District, and the Yorkshire Dales. Also includes photos, news, and links to individual park websites. http://www.nationalparks.gov.uk Topics: Parks, Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Jun 12, 2006 Paris
Contains information on museums, monuments, restaurants, cafes, hotels, trains, and shopping in Paris. Includes a glossary, historical city maps, related links, and more. Also available in French. http://www.paris.org/ Topics: Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Aug 15, 2004 Paris-anglo.com
Includes articles about visiting, working, and studying in France; and a directory of related businesses, schools, and services. http://www.paris-anglo.com/ Topics: Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Jun 12, 2005 Portugal Info
This Portugal travel site features information about recreational activities, accommodations (including the famed historic pousadas), surveys of Portuguese food and wines, and numerous photographs of regions of the country. Searchable, but some results are in Portuguese. From a Portuguese travel information company. http://www.portugal-info.net/ Topics: History By Place, Photograph Collections, Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Oct 26, 2004 The Ramblers' Association
This group, "Britain's biggest organisation working for walkers," has been "looking after Britain's footpaths and defending its beautiful countryside for nearly 70 years." Information includes navigation, safety, organizing group walks, and lists of rural and urban walks in England, Scotland, and Wales. Also covers the Countryside and Rights of Way Act passed in 2000 and in force in 2004, "allowing the public freedom to roam on mountain, moor, heath and down." Searchable. http://www.ramblers.org.uk Topics: Agriculture, Outdoor Recreation, Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Jan 17, 2007 Rampant Scotland
An annotated directory of "13,000+ Scottish-related Links, regularly updated," plus a number of onsite articles and "features on Scotland and the Scots," including a newsletter and photographs. http://www.rampantscotland.com/ Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Sep 26, 2007 Rick Steves' Europe Through the Back Door
Tips for traveling Europe on a budget from this well-known TV travel guide. Covers tiny unknown towns well off the beaten tourist track as well as new angles to big cities. There is a country-by-country directory. http://www.ricksteves.com/ Topics: Regions of the World, Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Nov 27, 2001 Switzerland Tourism
Find travel information for summer and winter vacations and business travel, camping and hotel accommodations for traveling by car, plane, train, bus, or boat. Provides information on excursions and special events, traveling with children, skiing, and more. Available in over a dozen languages, including Spanish, French, and German. From the Swiss National Tourist Office. http://www.myswitzerland.com/ Topics: Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Nov 16, 2006 TorinoTuristica
Official tourist website for Turin (Torino), Italy, capital of Piedmont. The site features links to "the city's website to discover art and culture, walking, sports, taste, markets and nightlife." Topics include local accommodations, the 2006 Winter Olympics, "The City's History as portrayed by its commemorative plaques," interesting facts about subjects such as gourmet specialties and Turin's magic schools, and more. Also available in Italian and French. http://www.comune.torino.it/canaleturismo/en/ Topics: The Olympic Games: Past, Present, Future, Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Jan 25, 2006 Transit
This "refereed, multidisciplinary, online journal [is] dedicated to the critical inquiry of travel, migration, and multiculturalism in the German-speaking world." Recent issues contain articles and videos on topics such as "Migration, Culture, and the Nation State," and "Translation and Mobility." From the Department of German, University of California, Berkeley. http://german.berkeley.edu/transit/ Topics: Emigration & Immigration, Society & Social Science, Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Sep 4, 2006 Travel Tips: What to Do With 36 Hours in Turin, Italy
Ideas for enjoying a brief stay in Turin (Torino), Italy, site of the 2006 Winter Olympics. Includes a brief overview of this city, known as "the first diplomatic and industrial capital" of Italy, and descriptions of tourist activities, such as walking along the Via Roma, visiting several museums, and eating gelato. Includes links to related sites. From a company that provides bicycle and walking tours. http://www.experienceplus.com/reading_room/travel_tips/what_to_do_with_36_hours_in_turin.html Topics: Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Aug 7, 2007 United Kingdom for Visitors
This searchable, annotated index of Web sites is devoted to travel in England. Over thirty subjects are covered including food and drink, "Stately Homes," and the Royal Family. Articles on popular or current topics are followed by discussion, and essential items are spotlighted. An About.com site. http://gouk.about.com/ Topics: Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Oct 23, 2001 ViaMichelin
Driving directions, route planner, and maps for over forty European countries; hotels, restaurants, and tourist attractions for twenty-five countries; and more from Michelin, publisher of maps and the Red and Green guides. Searches for hotels, restaurants, and attractions are by location and may be limited by the traditional criteria and symbols (stars, price, comfort, etc.) in the print guides. In English, French, Spanish, Italian, and German. Set individual preference profiles by registering (free). http://www.viamichelin.com/ Topics: Automobiles, Maps, Maps by Place, Regions of the World, Transportation, Travel, Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Jan 25, 2006 Vienna Waits for You
Tourist information about museums, concerts, transportation, accommodations, and activities in Austria's capital. Sponsored by the Vienna Tourist Board. Available in English and several other languages. http://wien.info/ Topics: Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Jan 17, 2005 Visit London
This "official" visitor site for London features travel, food, lodging, attractions, and event listings, as well as information about sections of the city and its 33 boroughs. http://www.visitlondon.com/ Topics: Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Jul 14, 2007 VisitBritain: Your Official Travel Guide to Britain
Travel and trade information, including popular destinations, convention venues, film locations, and local holidays. From the British Tourist Authority. Available in many languages. http://www.visitbritain.com/ Topics: Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Dec 2, 2007 Visithighlands.com
Travel website for the Scottish Highlands, which includes such regions as Black Isle, Caithness, Inverness, Loch Ness, Cairngorms National Park, Skye, and Lochalsh. Includes articles about specific activities and attractions, such as walking festivals, whiskey distilleries, castles, gardens, Loch Ness monster myths and legends, and mountaineering. From the Highlands of Scotland Tourist Board. http://www.visithighlands.com Topics: Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Apr 25, 2006 Walking Britain
This site provides descriptions of walks in England, Scotland, Wales, the Channel Islands, Ireland, and Northern Ireland. Includes some urban walks and walks starting at youth hostels. Length, elevation, and difficulty level ratings are provided along with route descriptions. Images and maps of each walk are included for most of the walks. Site also includes related travel information. Searchable. http://www.walkingbritain.co.uk/ Topics: Outdoor Recreation, Sports, Recreation, & Entertainment, Travel, Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Jun 8, 2007 Your London
"The official online guide to London’s public and community services," for London's residents, visitors, and businesses. Topics for visitors include getting around, the latest entertainments, and personal safety; topics for residents include social services, education, and leisure. Also includes news and weather and transit information. "Funded and supported by the London authorities and the Mayor of London." http://www.yourlondon.gov.uk Topics: Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Oct 9, 2006 Your Way to Florence: Art and History
Links to the art, history, and culture of Florence, Italy. Browse information on museums, churches, monuments, Medici villas, last suppers, and famous people. Plan an itinery by theme (archaeological, Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance, Florence in the 1500s, Michelangelo) or by amount of time available for sight-seeing. Includes a glossary of art terms. http://www.yourwaytoflorence.com/tourism/florence/arts.htm Topics: Art by Region, Museums by Place, Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Sep 15, 2009 Zürich: Downtown Switzerland
Contains information for leisure and business travel in Zürich. Includes package deals and guided tours of the city and surroundings, information on special events and conferences, a guide to restaurants, places of interest, and more. Available in several languages. http://www.zuerich.com/en/welcome.cfm Topics: Travel Sites by Continent Last updated May 16, 2007 |
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