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November 10, 2011
Carnival: Europe’s Longest Festival
Why have a single festival when you can have a festive season? Europe’s got it all figured out and has learned how to maximize the fun by celebrating Carnival over several months. Carnival is actually celebrated all over the world, but several destinations in Europe embrace this festive season to the fullest in a series of fantastical events, traditions and parades. The historic roots of Carnival stretch deep into the Catholic religion. Today, Catholics and non-Catholics around the world come together to celebrate and parade through the streets. Carnival season stretches from November to February every year. Read more »
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November 4, 2011
EuropeanWinterness Week 4: Munich
There is a reason why Europe is always a popular location for the winter Olympics. Europe claims fame for some of the most spectacular skiing and winter sport conditions worldwide. Whether you’re traveling alone, with a special someone, or with a family or group, visiting a snow resort near Munich should be on your list.
Munich is conveniently located on the edge of the Austrian border, close to dozens of ski and snow resorts. It’s often difficult to sift through the many options to chose a resort that is best for you. We’re doing the work for you. Here are three of the best ski resorts near Munich. Read more »
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October 31, 2011
EuropeanWinterness Week 3: Venice
Venice’s Top 3
Venice is not called the “Queen of the Adriatic” for nothing. This floating island has been a European favorite destination for centuries. Venice is small, serene and quiet (unless it’s Carnival season!) and offers some of the greatest photo opportunities a traveler can ask for. Tiny winding alleyways, draping clothing on drying lines and gondolas aplenty create an atmosphere that is unlike any other European city. Venice is worthy of a visit regardless of the season. If you’re heading to Venice this winter, here are three of Venice’s best that you should be sure not to miss.
Enter our EuropeanWinterness contest this week to be entered to win a Conquest Dyad Tandem inflatable kayak, inspired by Venice. You’ll also be entered to win the grand prize of a trip to Europe for two on a nonstop Delta flight to Amsterdam! Head to http://europeanwinterness.com and enter daily. Read more »
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October 24, 2011
EuropeanWinterness Week 2: London
London Through the Eyes of a Local
One of the greatest benefits of traveling to Europe during the winter months is avoiding crowds of fellow tourists. If you can spare just a few degrees off the thermometer from the summer months, traveling in the winter is ideal for many. If you are going to visit Europe during the winter, it only makes sense to travel like the locals do. Read more »
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October 17, 2011
EuropeanWinterness Week 1: Amsterdam
Every week of EuropeanWinterness, we are highlighting one great European city to visit this winter. Enter daily to win weekly prizes inspired by these cities.
Where can you find thousands of bicycles, delicious waffles and tulips as far as the eye can see? That’s right, Amsterdam. The city and its surrounding areas come alive during the wintertime and into the spring with some of Holland’s most famous attractions. Read more »
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October 13, 2011
Embrace Your EuropeanWinterness!
It’s time to embrace your EuropeanWinterness! Starting Friday, October 14th until mid-November, you can enter daily to win European prizes representing four incredible European cities to visit this winter. Winners are chosen weekly. The grand prize winner will enjoy a EuropeanWinterness vacation for two on a nonstop Delta flight from PDX to Amsterdam, plus a $3,000 lodging and ground transportation voucher! Enter by going to http://europeanwinterness.com/ and clicking the “Enter Daily” button.
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October 12, 2011
Your Chance to Win and Discover EuropeanWinterness!
There is something magical about traveling to Europe during the off-season. There are fewer lines, crowds, and the beauty of brisk, frosty winter mornings sipping hot chocolate in cafés makes up for the drop in temperature from the summertime. You can explore Europe like the locals do, without the gaggle of fellow tourists. Also, traveling in the off-season is usually cheaper. It’s a win-win. Read more »
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September 30, 2011
The Traveler’s Technology Toolkit
The world of travel technology is moving at the speed of light. It seems that around every corner, a new website/smartphone app/e-reader is born. It’s hard to keep track of them all. We’ve compiled all of the best technology travel tools in one place. Next time you’re getting ready to travel, you’ll be equipped with more tools for travel planning and organizing than the one and only Google.
Next time you’re planning a trip, browse through these links to find a plethora of tools that will make you’re life easier, guaranteed. Read more »
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September 27, 2011
Land in Amsterdam and Hop Aboard!
The best part about the Delta nonstop flight from PDX to Amsterdam is that you only need to go through one flying experience to land in a world of European discovery. Next time you are planning a vacation to Europe, consider traveling onwards by train. Surprisingly, traveling from Amsterdam to places as far off as Berlin and Zurich are quicker by train than by plane, once you add in all of the airport time before and after your flight. Here’s a quick guide to train travel from Amsterdam to key locations in North Western Europe. Read more »
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September 21, 2011
Video: Journey to Amsterdam and Paris
Earlier this year, I Fly Nonstop invited you to participate in the Cross the Word to Cross the World contest. Two lucky winners received a free trip to Amsterdam. Our first winner, Barbara, has recently returned and has shared her experience with us through a video. Read more »