Inverness, the cultural capital of the Scottish Highlands, is a city where ancient history meets stunning natural beauty. Situated at the mouth of the River Ness, Inverness is often called the "Gateway to the Highlands" and serves as the perfect starting point for exploring Scotland's rugged landscapes and rich heritage. One of the city’s most iconic landmarks is Inverness Castle, perched on a hill overlooking the River Ness.
Latvia invites visitors to explore a land where medieval streets meet vast forests and a lively coastline. Riga, the country’s capital, is home to one of the largest and best-preserved collections of Art Nouveau architecture in Europe. Walking through the Old Town, visitors can admire intricate facades and cobblestone streets that lead to landmarks like the House of Blackheads and St. Peter’s Church, whose tower offers panoramic views of the city.
Sarasota and its Gulf Coast Islands have matured into a diverse cosmopolitan community considered by many to be "The Cultural Center of Florida". Daytime offers some of the finest museums, art and antique galleries, as well as numerous shops and boutiques. Be prepared to include a few evenings with our resident ballet, opera house, live theatre, comedy clubs, and jazz bars.
The skyline of Erfurt is shaped by dozens of churches, monasteries, and convents thrusting their pointed steeples upward to the sky. In the Middle Ages, Erfurt was known as "Thuringian Rome" because of its religious orders. The impressive twin churches on the Domberg (Cathedral Hill), the Roman Catholic St. Mary's Cathedral (14th century) and the Roman Catholic Parish church St. Severus with a flight of 70 outdoor steps leading from the Cathedral Square up the hill to the churches.
The Romans arrived in Beziers in 35 BC wher they found a bustling city, which they were quick to colonize. Beziers today is a dynamic city whose oldest houses are laid out in the elliptical pattern revealing the underlying Roman Amphitheatre, which is currently being excavated. The Beziers townspeople are passionate about rugby and the bullfights held in their modern arena.
The best places to visit to Les Neuf Ecluses (Nine Canal Locks) of Fonserances, the Oppidum d'Enserune (hillfort ruins from a Third Century BC Iberian Greek settlement), and the ruins of romanesque Abbey de Fontcause, a romantic location for concerts.
Other Popular Destinations in France
Paris
France's capital and most populated city, Paris is an alluring destination and an essential stop for any global traveler. A center of fashion, gastronomy, and the arts. Major tourist attractions in the City of Lights include the Eiffel Tower (such great heights!), the Louvre (home of the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo), the Arc de Triomphe, and Grand Palais.
Lyon
The metropolitan center of southeastern France, vibrant Lyon abounds with stunning architectural masterpieces, gastronomic delights, and immersive museums. This spectacular city, founded by the Romans centuries ago, rivals Paris as a cultural and social hub for exploring the best that France has to offer.