Area: 32,375 square miles (smaller than Maine). Population: 8,054,000 (Vienna, 1,593,400; Salzburg, 505,400; Innsbruck,

115,000). Language: German. 

Variety and beauty, both natural and cultural, make Austria a (geographically) small jewel in the heart of Europe. Simply walking along one of the many cobblestone lanes, visiting a small country church, or standing awe-struck before a magnificent country abbey, brings you face to face with history and culture.

During the 640-year reign of the Habsburg Empire, a few vivid symbols were brought into being, symbols that have remained alive and continue to define Austria in the minds of visitors today. Among these are the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, the Lipizzan stallions of the

Spanish Riding School and the Vienna Boys' Choir

SalzburgSalzburg FestivalArguable the world's most famous classical arts festival.Annually, July 27 - August 31, 2002. This year’s festival

features two Mozart operas.

                                

                                                     

  

Area: 11,781 square miles (the size of Maryland). Population: 10,204,000 (Brussels, 970,000; Antwerp, 480,000; Ghent, 234,000; Liège, 201,000). Languages: Dutch, French,

German. 

It happens time after time. People understand Europe the way they've been introduced to it - The usual tourist meccas, the attractions on a thousand postcards. Then they remember Belgium, the little country, they passed through a few days ago. It seems beautiful, it's practically next door to Paris, London and Amsterdam, and they have 24 hours to explore it before heading home. Two hours later, they are in love with Belgium.Baroque architecture and a street named Meat & Bread; an exhibit of comic strips; and jazz until dawn-you could only be in Brussels. Don't miss the Grand'Place and its Gothic Town Hall; it is one of the most beautiful squares in the world. All our museums are uniquely rewarding but with 70 of them, you might want to limit your enjoyment to a special few.You get off the train in Antwerp thinking diamonds, and the first thing you see is an elephant. One of the world's most popular zoos is right next to the station. Bruges is only an hour from Brussels; climb the 366 steps to the top of the Belfry for a spectacular view of a perfect medieval fairyland. If the soaring spires of Ghent don't take your breath away, what's inside the Castle of the Counts will-a torture chamber dating from the 12th century.

Area: 94,247 square miles (twice the size of New York State). Population: 58,610,000 (London, 7,640,000; Birmingham, 2,271,000; Manchester, 2,252,000; Glasgow, 681,000). Languages: English,

Welsh and Scots Gaelic

Thank you for your interest in traveling to Britain. This land of tea and beer is also a land of heritage and tradition, richly endowed with style and culture. In fact, Britain is going through an unprecedented cultural renaissance at the turn of the new millennium. Along with the opening of more art galleries and museums than at any time in our past, several major millennium projects have now opened to visitors and more are planned over the next year or two.

Britain is the most popular overseas destination for Americans - Britain's history is familiar from schooldays and the cultural buzz and lifestyle from today's movies, television and music. Traveling from the US to Britain gets easier each year, as more transatlantic airlines add more services to British Cities such as Birmingham, Manchester and Glasgow, as well as London.

Area: 30,442 square miles (about the size of South Carolina). Population: 10,319,000 (Prague, 1,213,000; Brno, 390,000).

Language: Czech.

A small country in the heart of the Continent, the Czech Republic is a sort of miniature Europe. Almost every architectural style and type of landscape is found here; the two exceptions are the desert and the sea (although the sea was once attributed to the country by none other than Shakespeare).The capital, Prague, has been given a number of loving epithets—"symphony in stone," "Golden Prague," "City of a Hundred Spires," Prague's unforgettable atmosphere lets you forget what century you're in; miraculously, it has survived wars and revolutions unscathed.The city's architecture is a merry jumble of styles—square, gold-tipped Gothic towers (hence "Golden Prague") stand next to opulent baroque churches and airy Renaissance palaces, sinuous Art Nouveau facades sparkle in the sun while baroque stone statues watch over pedestrians strolling across the 14th-century Charles Bridge. Prague has always been a major cultural center with no fewer than three grand opera houses, countless concert halls, galleries and museums. Café-going is a way of life, as is beer drinking; trying at least a few native brands is a must for every visitor.

Area: 16,631 square miles (half the size of Maine); this excludes autonomous Greenland, equal to Alaska and Texas combined. Population: 5,200,000 (Copenhagen, 1,360,000; Århus, 198,000). Language: Danish Warm-hearted, fun-loving and free-spirited, Denmark is a traveler’s delight. Take a look at all

it has to offer.

“Wonderful” Copenhagen is one of the world’s great walking cities. A cozy European capital, it’s filled with stunning architecture – classic and modern, historic sites, world-class museums, and some of the best shopping and dining in Europe. 

Tops on the must-see list are the graceful statue of Hans Christian Andersen’s Little Mermaid and Tivoli Gardens, a charming all-ages “pleasure park” in the heart of the city. 

After that, the choice is yours. Visit the Danish crown jewels at Rosenborg Palace. Shop on Strøget – the longest pedestrian street in Europe. Admire the eclectic art and antiquities collections at Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek. Relax at the Botanic Gardens or one of Copenhagen’s many beautiful parks. Attend a performance of the Royal Danish Ballet. Or do all of the above.

Denmark’s smaller cities offer more to explore. Odense is the birthplace of Hans Christian Andersen. Århus is a busy university city with great museums, unique boutiques and charming cafes in the historic Latin Quarter.

Or take a break in the Danish countryside, quiet and unspoiled thanks to the Danes’ love of nature and commitment to ecological consciousness. 

Getting around couldn’t be easier. Danish trains are clean, fast and efficient. Highways are clearly marked and drivers are polite. 

Because Denmark is so compact you can get from city to city, or city to country, in no time at all. That leaves plenty of opportunity to enjoy the many pleasures of this friendly “oasis” in Europe.

Area: 130,119 square miles (three times the size of Ohio). Population: 5,109,000 (Helsinki 525,000; Espoo 191,000)Languages: Finnish and Swedish; English is widely spoken

You have chosen an exciting time to discover Finland!  The new millennium is rich with anniversaries and special events throughout the country and especially in Helsinki

Finland's sophisticated and charming capital facing the Gulf of Finland was one of Europe's Cities of Culture in the year 2000.  Helsinki is truly a crossroads of eastern and western cultures.  From international culinary delights to world-class museums and performing arts, Helsinki entertains and captivates visitors.

Along you journey, you will also enjoy exploring the culturally and historically rich King's Road.  This scenic southern region of Finland stretches west of Helsinki to the 770-year-old former capital of Turku and east to the spectacular Lake District. No matter where you visit in Finland, from the spectacular archipelago in the south to exotic Lapland in the north, you are sure to find a vibrant, friendly country of sophistication, fascinating history and unspoiled natural beauty-where English is widely spoken.

Area: 211,208 square miles (almost the size of Texas). Population: 58,518,395 (Paris, 2,150,000; Marseille, 868,000; Lyon, 410,000; Nice, 331,000). Language: French.

Besides easy access from the U.S. there are a wealth of reasons to visit France. The elegant FGTO annual travel planner FranceGuide 2002 invites Americans to "Take a new look" at France. The 96-page free comprehensive magazine showcases France by featuring interviews and commentary by French actress Jeanne Moreau, Tour de France winner, Lance Armstrong, ending with Peter Mayle and his thoughts on the French flair for vacations. "FranceGuide 2002" covers the French Provinces with lively feature articles, suggested itineraries, information on events and special anniversaries. It also provides detailed practical

information sections, from tips on the Euro to bringing the kids. Traditionally known as an ancient country rich in cultural heritage and remarkable historic landmarks, France is inhabited by an energetic people that have happily married tradition and art de vivre with progress and innovation. Land of mysterious prehistoric caves and Celtic monoliths, Roman ruins, medieval fortresses and Renaissance castles, France is also home to the Ariane space rocket and Airbus Industries, and the boasts the world's most extensive high-speed train network. The French National Railroads--represented in the U.S. by Rail Europe--inaugurated last June the new TGV Méditerranée to Marseille, gateway to Provence, one of France's most famed regions. This year's news includes a new route for the Channel Tunnel Eurostar. Starting July 20 and through September 7, travelers can go for the first time directly between London and Avignon in the south of France train. The Eurostar London-Avignon run will take just over 6 hours between London's Waterloo Station and Avignon Center. The weekly service will run once in each direction on Saturdays.

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Area: 137,838 square miles (slightly smaller than Montana). Population: 82,163,500 (Berlin, 3,387,000; Hamburg, 1,705,000; Munich, 1,241,272; Cologne, 963,210).Language: German.

The German National Tourist Office is promoting 2 main themes in 2002: “Music-Land Germany: Living Culture,” and “Romanticism on the Rhine.” Germany is renowned the world over for its classical music. With such famous composers as Bach, Beethoven, Wagner and Weill, there is perhaps no other country with such a rich musical heritage. In 2002, the states of Saxony and Bavaria are teaming with the German National Tourist Office to promote “Music-Land Germany,” and both states feature a host of events covering all musical genres.

200 years ago this year, the stretch of the Rhine River between Mainz and Bonn was discovered by the artists and poets of the Romantic Movement. Their emotional depictions of this majestic landscape made the Romantic Rhine Germany’s first tourist attraction. Join us in celebrating the 200th Anniversary of this wonderful combination of landscape, art and culture in 2002!

Area: 14,103 square miles (the size of Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island combined).

Population: 16,653,000 (Amsterdam, 722,000; Rotterdam, 599,000). Language: Dutch.

Thank you for your interest in one of the world's most engaging countries. 

Whether you are drawn by fascinating old cities, the beautiful countryside, rich traditions, architectural marvels, or enjoy art, shopping and gourmet dining, Holland offers all of this and more. Centrally located in the heart of Europe, Holland is an affordable compact and progressive country where everyone speaks English.

The capital, Amsterdam, has Europe's largest and best-preserved historic center. It is truly one of the world's most alluring cities with hundreds of 17th-century houses, canals and museums where masters such as van Gogh and Rembrandt are on permanent display. Experience Amsterdam's unrivaled nightlife and shopping, and get around on bicycles or waterbikes.

The tiny towns and villages just outside Amsterdam offer a rich tradition with locals wearing traditional garb and wooden shoes. Marvel over typical Dutch landscape with millions of blooming tulips, windmills and dikes. More than half of Holland lies below sea level and is kept from flooding by an ingenious system of canals, mills, lochs and dams.

Discover the royal city of The Hague, the home of Queen Beatrix and seat of the government. And travel back in time to the Roman city of Maastricht founded more than 2,000 years ago. 

Area: 116,500 square miles (slightly larger than Arizona).

Population: 57,700,000 (Rome, 2,775,000; Milan, 1,369,000; Naples,

1,067,000). Language: Italian.

We appreciate your interest in visiting Italy, our hospitable country. The site of the Italian Government Tourist Board has been created to meet specific American tourist needs; while navigating you will find useful information for planning your trip and discover all the best Italy has to offer: arts, gastronomy,

fashion, natural beauties and cultural events. Our country is renowned for its great tourist tradition, its unique artistic heritage, its beautiful cities, and its people and landscapes. Whatever your interests may be, Italy can satisfy them!  So be surprised and amazed by all the beauty!

Area: 125,049 square miles (slightly larger than New Mexico). Population: 4,404,000 (Oslo, 488,000; Bergen, 223,000).

Language: Norwegian. Welcome to Norway-an escape from the ordinary! Here is a country of contrasts, with breathtaking scenery so varied it never ceases to amaze. Here you can witness the wonders of the shifting landscape, from beaches to flatlands and lush open fields. You can explore deep forests where sunbeams filter through the leaves giving a glimpse of the trolls and goblins lurking behind the pine trees. Or feast your eyes on the famous blue-green fjords, cutting a swathe through the mountains into the heart of wonderland Norway-it's a fairy tale within your grasp. In summertime, it is the land of the Midnight Sun; in winter, the land of the Northern Lights.

While Norway is known for its nature and fjord-lined coastline, it has more to offer than breathtaking scenery. Norway is also fun and excitement; walking in the footsteps of the Vikings; riding on a reindeer sleigh; hiking, biking and paragliding; or just sitting back and enjoying one of the world-class cultural

events. 

Area: 120,727 square miles (about the size of New Mexico).

Population: 38,700,000 (Warsaw, 1,659,400; Lodz, 847,900; Kraków, 740,100).

Language: Polish. The Republic of Poland (Rzeczpospolita Polska), at the center of Europe, covers an area comparable to that of New Mexico. Although it is characterized primarily by lowland plains, its landscape includes mountain ranges, freshwater lake districts, primeval forests and more than 325 miles of seacoast. The dry continental climate makes for pleasant and rather temperate weather. The population stands at about 40 million. Poland, a parliamentary republic, is integrating its economic system with a flourishing market economy, and has achieved one of Europe's highest gross domestic product growth rates.

Warsaw, the capital, abounds in memorable attractions: the Old Town, the Barbican defense walls, the Royal Castle, the baroque glories of Wilanów and the Ghetto Memorial. The city's splendor was lovingly restored after World War II. Today, Warsaw is the exciting center of the country's economic revitalization. 

Kraków was long Poland's capital. Its history, said to have begun at the end of the 10th century, reached a zenith under Casimir the Great in the 14th century. In 1977, the city's spiritual leader, Karol Cardinal Wojtyla, was elected Pope John Paul II. A tour is an unforgettable step into the past, from Wawel Hill with its palace and coronation chapel, to the grand Market Square ringed by St. Mary's Church, the Cloth Hall and Jagiellonian University, whose illustrious students include the great astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus.

Gdansk is where a series of shipyard strikes in 1980 gave birth to the Solidarity movement. The city has been restored to its medieval grandeur. Among the attractions are the Neptune Fountain, Town Hall, the picturesque waterfront and the Solidarity Monument at the former Lenin Shipyard. Zakopane, a year-round resort center, is surrounded by the snow-capped Tatras, the high peaks of the Carpathian range. Long a mecca for sportsmen, it attracts hikers, campers and skiers.

The Mazurian Lake District is a favorite vacation area. This complex of 1,000 lakes of Ice Age origin is interconnected by canals. The area also abounds in nature preserves.

Area: 35,550 square miles (slightly smaller than Indiana).

Population: 10,400,000 (Lisbon, 1,500,000; Porto, 345,000).

Language: Portuguese.

Warm by Nature. An independent kingdom since 1143, Portugal established its continental frontiers in 1297 and is among the oldest nations in Europe.

Situated on the extreme southwest corner of Europe, in the Iberian Peninsula, Portugal's position on the Atlantic coast soon determined our attraction to the sea. To the north and east we have open borders with neighboring Spain, whose people we usually call nuestros hermanos--"our brothers."

In 1415, the Portuguese set sail on an epic voyage that would make them the first to discover the ocean routes to India, Brazil, China and Japan, and at the same time founded settlements on the east and west coasts of Africa. This year we are commemorating the 500th anniversary of the discovery of Brazil by the navigator Pedro Álvares Cabral with a series of festivities.

The nation's vast monumental, artistic and archeological heritage bears witness to 850 years of encounters with distant cultures, and also to the presence of many ancient peoples in Portugal (including the Celts, Suevians, Visigoths, Romans and Arabs). 

The natural advantages of a sunny country with diverse geographic features have turned Portugal into a chosen destination for many holiday makers. It is an ideal place for water sports and golf, offering modern tourism facilities, as well as historic and personalized accommodations, such as turismo de habitação (less expensive lodging in private homes ranging from wonderful farmhouses to manor houses), the privately owned Hotéls de Charme or the government-operated pousadas.

According to figures released by the World Tourism Organization, Portugal ranks 15th worldwide in number of international visitors, reflecting their confidence in choosing Portugal.

For centuries, Portugal has maintained this greatest treasure: a reputation for hospitality that makes the country a haven of congeniality and safety.

                                  

                                                     

  

Area: 91,725 square miles (roughly the size of Oregon) – the second largest country in East-Central Europe, after Poland.Population: 23,500,000 (Bucharest 2,200,000; Brasov 320,000; Cluj 310,000; Constanta 350,000; Iasi 340,000)Languages: Romanian (Latin-based, related to Italian, French and Spanish) Romania may be one of Europe's best kept secrets, yet once visitors discover the country's extraordinary attractions, meet its welcoming, friendly people and experience the ease of traveling on good roads through unbeatable natural scenery – they are hooked. They may indeed come as tourists, but they leave as friends and plan to return.

Bucharest – known for its wide, tree lined boulevards, glorious Belle Époque buildings and reputation for the high life – Romania's capital was once known as "Little Paris". In the late 19th century Bucharest was remodeled by French and French-trained architects. There is even a Triumphal Arch on the elegant Soseaua Kiseleff, a boulevard longer than Paris' famed Champs-Elysees. Today Bucharest is experiencing renewed vigor. The city's architecture remains one of its main attractions. Highlights include the National Museum of Art, housed in the former Royal Palace, the National History Museum, featuring the Treasury's splendid gold collection and Herastrau Park's open-air Village Museum, a stunning collection of village architecture and crafts from throughout Romania. Bran Castle – a Gothic fairy-tale structure also known as Dracula's Castle, and Peles Castle – one of Europe's most exquisite, built in 1883 for King Carol I, are within one and a half hours drive from Bucharest. The heart and soul of Romania are its remnants of medieval life and its peasant culture. Transilvania is perhaps Romania's best known province, immortalized in legend, literature and film as the homeland of Dracula. There are countless reasons to visit Transilvania including its dramatic landscape of rugged mountains, dense forests, dark caves and lowland valleys. The province is filled with medieval cities like Brasov, featuring old Saxon architecture and citadel ruins; Sibiu, with its cobblestone streets and pastel-colored houses, and Sighisoara – one of the best preserved medieval towns in Europe, adorned with a hilltop citadel, secret passageways and 14th century clock tower.

Maramures, an ancient province northwest of Transilvania, provides a look at another side of Romania. This is a land where rural farmers invite travelers into their homes to share a sip of "tuica" (a potent plum liquor) and a bit of homemade bread and cheese. Here the inhabitants have preserved to an amazing extent the rural culture and crafts of their Dacian ancestors. Elaborate wooden churches with tall spires and shingled roofs distinguish Maramures villages. Woodcarvings decorate the eaves, doorways and windows of houses. People still attach benches and boxes to their gates, to hold bread and water for passing strangers. East of Maramures, Bucovina is renowned for its painted monasteries, acclaimed as masterpieces of art and architecture. Their exteriors are covered with Byzantine-influenced frescoes of biblical scenes. Among the most notable are Voronet – built in 1448 and known as the Sistine Chapel of the East, Sucevita, Humor and Moldovita. Spring, summer and fall abound with events and festivals. In early May Bucharest is the host of a one-week carnival. In late July Sighisoara's streets are the stage for the annual Medieval Arts Festival. The Halloween is celebrated as nowhere else in the world, with special tours retracing the route of Dracula novel. Music lovers will especially appreciate the George Enescu Classical Music Festival as well as numerous folk-music and dance festivals

that take place, all year round, all over the country.

Area: 194,885 square miles (equal to Nevada and Utah combined).

Population: 38,000,000 (Madrid, 3,010,492; Barcelona, 1,712,350; Seville, 714,000).

Languages: Spanish, Basque, Catalan

and Galician. More than 45 million tourists visit Spain each year, making it one of the three most visited countries in the world.

To travel to Spain is to experience sun, superb food, hospitality and joie de vivre, and yet it is also to discover the country's rich heritage of monuments and sights, the imprint of different civilizations that once made it their home. To travel to Spain is to journey through its singular and breathtaking countryside, to delight in the stunning, starkly contrasting scenery, to study the customs of its people and towns, and to share in the local fiestas and traditions. To choose Spain is to opt for diversity, to be the central character in what is sure to be a truly unforgettable trip. This is what makes Spain such a prized destination worldwide, and why the vast majority of those who visit it once, return... in order to share in the enjoyment of a climate, countryside and culture which embody a rather special way of life. History has left its traces everywhere in a country with a unique legacy: Prehistoric caves, Roman remains, Jewish and Arabic architecture. The awesome bloom of Roman and Gothic art, followed by finest examples of Baroque and Neoclassical architecture, is just one example of the diversity that can be found in Spain.Not surprisingly, 30 Spanish sites are considered World Heritage sites by UNESCO. This contrasts with the thriving new trends in architecture that attract ever more tourists, like the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao or the City of Arts and Sciences in Valencia. The art experience in Spain is completed by its extensive offer of museums, featuring the best from the classics to the most avant-garde painters and sculptors.

Area: 173,800 square miles (larger than California). Population: 8,946,000 (Stockholm, 1,545,000; Göteborg, 751,000; Malmö, 460,000)

. Language: Swedish. However, English is widely spoken Sweden welcomes visitors with a tremendous variety of events and experiences, ranging from a peaceful countryside of lakes and forests, and the long coastline of islands and archipelagoes to the tundra of Lapland. In Sweden, you are never far from water and sailboats . Stockholm, the capital, straddles 14 islands where Lake Mälaren flows into the Baltic. City Hall, a red-brick building, captures the essence of the city--a  blend of ancient and modern, high-tech and small-town friendliness.It's a walkable city where visitors feel immediately at home. Almost everyone is fluent in English. Younger Stockholmers set the tone for the city's night life. The city's many restaurants offer great variety and high standards. Swedish chefs have won many prizes in recent years in contests with Europe's best. You cannot escape modern Swedish design, now enjoying a renaissance with young designers and artists after a long sleep since the 1950s. The performing arts from ballet to opera, music and film, have a long and distinguished history. As for fun, you have the many pubs, discos, jazz and nightclubs in the city center. The opera and concert season runs from fall through May. In summertime, there are many festivals up and down the country as well as classical performances at the Royal Palaces on the outskirts of Stockholm. This most beautiful city on the water appeals to almost every interest.Beyond Stockholm, Sweden's attractions range from the Ice Hotel and the Sami  people's reindeer roundups in Lapland to hot-air ballooning over the capital.

Area: 15,941 square miles (twice the size of New Jersey).

Population: 7,249,000 (Zurich, 342,900; Basel, 175,600; Geneva, 172,700).

Language: German, French, Italian and Romansh. If Mountains had a Home, it would be Switzerland!The UN has declared 2002 International Year of the Mountains. With 48 peaks soaring over 4000 meters high, Switzerland enjoys top position in the European high summit league. Hasn't alpine tourism been invented in Switzerland? Country of the mountains - Switzerland.

Zurich is Switzerland’s largest city. Though not its capital, Zurich is the country’s leading business and financial center. It is considered one of Europe’s trendiest destinations. Sophisticated Bahnhofstrasse is one of the world’s most elegant and attractive shopping delights.

The French-speaking city of Geneva at Lake Geneva is home to the United Nations European headquarters, as well as a host of other major international organisations. Also on the lake are Lausanne, known for its cathedral and Olympic Museum, and Montreux, home of the summer jazz festival. The Castle of Chillon is nearby.

Lucerne, on an idyllic lake surrounded by the Alps, is known for its medieval wooden bridge and its Water Tower.

Basel is the northern gateway to Switzerland and borders on both France and Germany. Basel is known as the cultural heart of Switzerland, with nearly 30 museums, a vibrant art scene, and a marvelously preserved old town.

Bern, the capital of Switzerland, is the home of the Swiss federal government and parliament. Its wonderfully preserved old town has been designated a World Cultural Heritage site by UNESCO. The Bernese Oberland is dominated by the Jungfrau, which rises more than 13’000 feet. The gateway town is lovely Interlaken.

The famous Abbey of the university city St. Gallen is listed as a World Cultural Heritage site with one of the oldest libraries in the Western world, housing thousands of rare books and manuscripts.

Ticino is the Italian-speaking area; major towns include Locarno and Lugano, sun-blessed cities on the shores of mountain-backed lakes. Graubuenden region to the east is the center of the distinctive Romansh culture and language. Popular resort areas include St. Moritz, Davos, Arosa and Flims.

Area: 300,947 square miles (nearly twice the size of California).

Population: 63,745,000; (Istanbul, 9,307,000; Ankara, 3,642,000; Izmir, 3,210,000).

Language: Turkish.

Turkey is a land that offers many vacation attractions. It is a country that appeals to all tastes and budgets, with a tremendous range of archaeological, historic, scenic and recreational attractions blended with the traditional warm hospitality of the Turkish people.

There are many sites to enjoy and explore, such as Istanbul, a magical city; Izmir, center of resorts and archaeological attractions; Central Anatolia, with the modern capital of Ankara; the ancient rock-carved cities of Cappadocia; and Konya, mythic city of the Whirling Dervishes. In addition to these famous places, Turkey offers the Turquoise Coast, with the sunny beaches and clear blue water of the Mediterranean; the Black Sea region, with lovely untouched beaches and fishing villages; and Eastern Turkey where vast mountain scenery and the remains of ancient civilizations invite exploration.

 Turkey is the setting for the Blue Voyage. One can explore archaeological remains of ancient civilizations from the sea rather than from the land. This idyllic cruise sails the beautiful waters of the Aegean and Mediterranean coasts, which have become very popular as well as for their skiing, rafting and mountain climbing opportunities.

Shopping is one of the great pleasures of a trip to Turkey, and there are a wide variety of beautiful things to purchase: high-fashion leather and suede goods, as well as copper, brass, jewelry, ceramics and hand-woven carpets and kilims.

Turkey also provides many modern hotels, where you can enjoy your stay and taste the rich Turkish cuisine at affordable prices. 

Turkey has everything to make your visit most enjoyable. We are waiting to welcome

you.