Have you ever been to Europe? No! Then you must visit there in your next vacation as this wonderful place will make you mesmerized. But first of all you should know about the best destination of this continent. Just don't worry! This article is going to reveal the top 10 destinations of Europe so that you can travel in Europe without any confusion where to go and where not during your holidays.

The Valley of Porto & Douro

This destination with natural beauty was once a sleepy village that was highly known for its tasty wines. Porto is the vibrant art capital which explains the reason of flocking tourists here. Enjoy excellent art scene at the Rua Miguel Bombardia that has various galleries lined here and immerse in the festive spirits of the place as you can see many exhibitions and concerts on the streets. You can also spend some time at the museums of Museu de Arte Contemporanea at The Parque de Serralves. Moreover, some of the most beautiful Portugal vineyards will offer you an unforgettable experience of sailing and train rides.

Budapest in Hungary

This destination along the River Danube is an excellent choice as it has a blend of historic era and modern twist. Whether it is a hotel or watering hole, you can find something interesting about it. Don't forget to have a thermal bath or Turkish bath at an exotic hotel rich in aristocratic feature.

Northern Iceland

If you are in search of a romantic location, then this part of Iceland is the best destination. With lots of attractions like lava fields, geysers and waterfalls this place will leave you asking for more. Enjoy the scenic locations at Akureyri which has all these features intact. Other popular hot spots are the Golden circle and Reykjavik. This place is well known for skating as well. So don't forget to pack your skateboard decks.

Cinque Terre in Italy

Your tour will not be complete without visiting this destination. The string of five towns that are attached offer a rugged look that you need to walk most of the way. Don't forget to bring your yoga equipment as you can perform some postures in this exotic and serene location. This place is a photographer's delight. You can also explore the five sanctuaries that are located above the towns.

Moravia Czech Republic

If you are looking forward to visit a place that is much quieter, then Moravia is undoubtedly the one. The place is a new face of the world with amazing red wine collection, harvest festivals and wineries run by families. You can also enjoy relaxed bike rides through vineyards.

Bern in Switzerland

This UNESCO Heritage site is a blend of modern and contemporary culture right from the art boutique, bars and the cuisine. Taste different types of cheese here buy following the Emmental Cheese Route. You can also enjoy some good music down the street.

Marseille, France

When you will travel in Europe, don't miss this place as it is the European Culture Capital which was made official this year. This colorful destination is one of the busiest cities with its 26 year old port, sprawling streets, market place and museums. Never forget to taste the seafood here as you might not have tasted so good cuisine anywhere else!

Croatia

This place is popular among many European and American traveler as it is filled with all features of natural beauty such as waterfalls, turquoise colored lakes and pristine coastlines.

Northern Ireland

This destination is a fantastic choice because of its picturesque locations, seas, beaches, cliffs, islands, ruins, museums and bridges.

Copenhagen, Denmark

This is a cool city that boasts of green landscapes, sustainable buildings and food. If you ever thought whether going green is possible or not, you will change your opinion after visiting this destination.

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One of the more overlooked capitals in Europe, Ljubljana has actually a lot to offer. But first the facts. Ljubljana is the largest city and capital of the country of Slovenia. It is not particularly big, compared to other European capitals, with a population of just two hundred and eighty thousand inhabitants, but then again the whole population of Slovenia is just two million, so this is normal and to be expected by anyone who has thought enough about the problem.

Ljubljana sits at an elevation of two hundred and ninety five metres above sea level and is spread out on an area of one hundred and sixty four square kilometres. The story of Ljubljana has started somewhere around the end of 12th century and beginning of 13th century, though the exact date is hard to pin down.

The population density, in case you are wondering and cannot calculate yourself, given you already know the population and the area, is one thousand and six hundred people per square kilometre. The postal code, in case you want to send a letter to Ljubljana, is one thousand. The registration plate code, in case you are wondering if any of the cars passing you by are from Ljubljana, is LJ.

All of this information, of course, is not going to make you rush into the city. Furthermore, if you are looking for some venerable European town with a lot of castles, gothic buildings and somber atmosphere, look away. Ljubljana does have some gothic architecture and a very nice castle on top of the hill, overlooking the whole city in the middle of a great park for leisure walks. It is just that the charm and assets of Ljubljana lie elsewhere.

Ljubljana is today a very lively city with great events happening all year round and inherent sense of aesthetics. Even before noticing or knowing any of the festivals going on, you can see that Ljubljana somehow resembles a modern art project. It has astounding and perfectly placed graffiti in every corner you do not expect to find graffiti.

Even the dullest shop is arranged as if for a gallery exhibition. The theatre scene is vibrant, with important artists working in the different branches of theatre like contemporary theatre (SNT Drama Ljubljana is the best place for that), street theatre (ask for Ana Monro Theatre), physical theatre (for example Betontanc) and puppetry (look for Ljubljana Puppet Theatre).

There are, of course, many groups that specialize in modern dance, most of which you can ultimately see in Ljubljana Dance Theatre. Perhaps the most used venue for culture in Ljubljana is the Cankar Hall, named after Ivan Cankar, a Slovenian author and playwright. The hall, which actually has many halls, is used for many and varying events, such as art and music festivals.

Then there is Metelkova. Metelkova is an autonomous artistic neighbourhood and is just too wild to describe. The place used to be an army barracks (of the Austro-Hungarian army from the end of 19th century and beginning of 20th century).

However, in the early nineties of the last century (20th century), the seven buildings were turned spontaneously into artist studios, art galleries and nightclubs. Every night and every day, indeed, at any time you can find interesting people, you can witness some art performance or see a live playing band. The Metelkova project is ongoing, so to speak. One can spend days just studying one of the many walls decorated by Slovenian artists there.

This post was written by written by Izzy Smith

Europe is one of the best travel destinations around the world. Having a trip to Europe has always been part of my vacation list. It's a place with rich ancient history allowing you to travel through time by visiting top destinations in the continent.

From Rome, London, Santorini and other famous tourist spots, visiting at least one country in Europe could complete your luxurious dream vacation. Let me list down three of my dream vacation list for a European Tour.

Dream Vacation in Europe

Rome

The capital city of Italy, there are a lot of landmarks you can visit in Rome. With its rich ancient history, you will travel through time as you see in person all the places you've imagines from movies like Gladiator, Angels and Demons, Spartacus, and Jumper.

What to See in Rome

St. Peter's Basilica. Located in Vatican City, this official mother church of the Roman Catholic is a must-see. It is the burial site of St. Peter who is the first bishop of Rome.

Colosseum. Considered as one of the greatest works of Roman Architecture, Colosseum stands up until today and is one of the most popular landmarks and tourist destinations in Rome. In the movie Gladiator, there is a clear depiction on how Colosseum was used for events during the early days of Rome.

Greece

Another country in Europe with rich history. Greece is an ideal travel destination. Aside from historical landmarks, the country also boasts beautiful beaches and coast lines.

What to See in Greece

Santorini. I love beaches, so I love Santorini. The place is perfectly serene making it one of the best vacation spot in Europe. Santorini is located in the Southern Aegean Sea. 

London

The place where a lot of fairy-tale and royal stories happen, visiting Europe means checking out London too. You can't complete your travel itinerary without visiting famous tourists spots in London like the Big Ben, London Eye, and Buckingham Palace.

What to See in London

Big Ben.  To stand right before Big Ben while hearing its huge bell chime is every tourists' goal in London. Not everyone visiting the city can go near Big Ben. You can arrange a visit to this place through your tour guides to ensure a schedule. If not given a change, you can still enjoy viewing Big Ben as you walk around the area. The sight is still amazing even when you're not standing at the belfry of Big Ben.

Satisfy your wanderlust by visiting at least one country in Europe. If you have more time and more money, you can visit more than one travel destination. 

More travel ideas on my upcoming post. :)

Xoxo,

Carol