Visiting Europe

1. Go Surfing

Biarritz is known for its great surfing beaches. Whether you're a professional or a beginner, you can go surfing in Biarritz.

Surf rentals and surf schools line the beach at la plage de la Cote des Basques, and every summer the annual Biarritz Surf Festival is held there.

2. Walk along the Coast

Biarritz has some beautiful beaches, historic architecture, and stunning rock formations jutting into the Atlantic.

Start at la plage de la Cote des Basques and work your way north along the beaches, past the historic Hotel du Palais, and out to the rocky points until you reach the iconic Biarritz lighthouse.

3. Eat

In the heart of Basque Country and on the border of France and Spain, Biarritz is at a unique culinary crossroads.

The city of Biarritz is home to a plethora of restaurants serving up great Basque food, French cuisine, and Spanish paellas. Make sure to bring your appetite.

4. Visit the Museum of the Sea

Adults: 7.50EUR, Students and Children (4-26): 4.60EUR
Open year-round from 9:30am-12:30pm and from 2:00pm-6:00 pm

The Biarritz Museum of the Sea (also called the Biarritz Marine Museum) has 24 aquariums rife with sharks, dolphins, seals, and other marine life.

5. Step into the Historic St Martin's Church, Biarritz

Built in the 1100?s and restored in 1541, St Martin?s Church was the first church built in Biarritz.

The church boasts of a gothic choir and a low-set nave. A beautiful organ of more recent origin is famous in the area.

Mothers Day 2010 is Sunday, 14 March 2010 Often called Mothering Sunday or Mums Day, Mothers Day in London is celebrated in a myriad of different ways. Showing your mother you appreciate her on Mothers Day is easy to do in London. If you want to get your mum a gift, there is no shortage of Mothers Day discounts on offer from online retailers. Check out the Top 10 Mothers Day Gift Ideasfrom lastminute.com, or use the House of Fraser discount code THANKSMUM to get up to 10% off on Mothers Day gifts through Friday, March 12. Depending on what she likes, you can take your mum to lunch or dinner, go for a walk in the park, take her shopping, or choose from any number of scheduled Mothers Day offers and events around London. Special Mothers Day Events in London: Mothers Day at Selfridges If your mom loves to shop, look no further than Selfridges on Mothers Day. With everything from competitions to facepainting to Fiona Cairns' cupcakes, Selfridges is the place to shop on Mothers Day. Mothers Day at Osterley Park and House Free entry and cake for mum from midday until 4pm Mothers Day Cruise Hop on the historic Havengore at St Katherine's Docks for a Mothers Day Cruise and enjoy a meal and Champagne while you watch the city go by A Parent's Guide to Museum and Gallery Visiting The Wallace Collection presents a seminar on how to make museum visits engaging for children Funny Women Showcase Head to Leicester Square Theatre to see Barbara Nice in Funny Women

VisitingEU Karlovy Vary Day Trip VisitingEU tours of Karlovy Vary are eco-friendly tours using bus transport. I will arrange transportation for you and give you a written guide of Karlovy Vary and the area, allowing you to remain independent and saving you from worrying about transportation details. A list of my personal recommendations for places to eat, drink, and shop in the area is included. I will also arrange additional train or bus transport if you want to extend your Karlovy Vary tour to other destinations. Food, drink, sightseeing, and shopping recommendations are included for those locations as well. The cost is 6.00 EUR per person (4.00 EUR for children under 12), and group discounts are available. Visit the VisitingEU Travel Consultant page to learn more. The City of Karlovy Vary: Founded in the late 14th Century by Charles IV, Karlovy Vary is a spa town located in western Bohemia near the German border. The city's 13 major hot springs and three hundred minor ones have drawn tourists and celebrities for centuries, and the waters can still be imbibed today. The architecture of Karlovy Vary is as variegated as its water. From colonnades to Russian orthodox churches, Karlovy Vary's eclectic architectural style reflects the diversity of its historic visitors. For those that want to taste more than just the waters, Karlovy Vary is also famous for Becherovka and spa wafers. Moser Glass Factory: Kpt. Jarose 46/19, 360 06 Karlovy Vary For the shopper, the Moser Glass Factory is a must visit. Famous throughout the Czech Republic for its quality and craftsmanship, Moser makes beautiful vases, stemware, and other glass and crystal art. Becherovka Factory and Jan Becher Museum: T. G. Masaryka 57, 360 76 Karlovy Vary The giant Becherovka bottle out front makes this place hard to miss. Go in four a tour and tasting, and learn about the Czech Republic's most famous alcoholic beverage (besides beer, of course). Transportation from Prague to Karlovy Vary: Buses from Prague to Karlovy Vary: Buses to Karlovy Vary run regularly from Prague's Florenc bus station. The bus from Prague to Karlovy Vary takes roughly two hours each way. Hotels in Karlovy Vary: High-End Hotel in Karlovy Vary: Grandhotel Pupp (Mirove namesti 2, Karlovy Vary) - A beautiful old hotel located in the heart of the city.  The hotel was used in the filming of the James Bond film Casino Royale. Other Short Trips from Prague: Best Short Trips from Prague

Trains from Bari to Lecce run regularly from Bari Centrale train station to Lecce train station. Trains leave Bari Centrale train station for Lecce train station several times an hour at peak times. Trains from Lecce to Bari return at similar intervals. There are several types of trains that run from Bari to Lecce. Slower regional trains make the journey in just under two hours, while fast Eurostar trains make the journey in less than an hour and a half. There are also mid-speed trains that are less expensive than Eurostar trains but faster than regional trains. The total train time from Bari to Lecce takes 1h25m – 1h52m depending on the train you take. Check schedules to determine what time, type of train, and price best fit your schedule and budget. The cost of a one-way standard class train ticket from Bari to Lecce varies depending on what kind of train you take. If you take a regional train, the cost is 8.70 EUR, while Eurostar trains cost 23.00 - 25.00 EUR.

Taking a train from Munich to Dachau is an easy way to do a day trip to the Dachau concentration camp.

Trains from Faro to Lagos run daily from Faro train station to Lagos train station.

The trains that travel from Faro to Lagos are called Regional (R) trains.

Nine trains a day run from Faro to Lagos between the hours of 7:12am and 8:10pm. There is a Regional train from Faro to Lagos every 1-3 hours at peak times throughout the day.

The train journey from Faro to Lagos takes around 1h36m - 1h47m.

A standard train fare on trains from Faro to Lagos costs 6.15EUR one way.

Car hire at Seville airport is offered by a number of different international and domestic car hire companies. Be warned, though, that driving in Seville is difficult and parking is scarce. If you don't need to hire a car at Seville airport, consider taking a private car, taxi, or bus from Seville airport to the city center and then getting around by foot, taxi, or public transport once you're there. If you do have a need for car hire at Seville airport, the following companies run rental car services: Alamo Car Hire at Seville Airport Avis Car Hire at Seville Airport Economy Car Hire at Seville Airport Hertz Car Hire at Seville Airport National Car Hire at Seville Airport Nova Car Hire at Seville Airport

Trains from Dublin to Portlaoise run regularly from Dublin Heuston train station to Portlaoise train station.

Trains from Dublin to Portlaoise are a mix of InterCity (IC) trains and Suburban trains. IC trains are faster than Suburban trains.

Trains leave Dublin Heuston train station for Portlaoise train station one to two times an hour. The total train time from Dublin to Portlaoise is 52 minutes on IC trains and 1h07m on Suburban trains.

The cost of a one way train ticket from Dublin to Portlaoise can be as low as 21.50 euros for standard class for adults and 10.50 euros for standard class for children.

Discount train tickets from Dublin to Portlaoise are available for students and farecard holders.

If you have more than three or four days to spend in Istanbul, consider taking a day trip from Istanbul to one of the surrounding cities or somewhere further afield.

Below is a list of some of the best day trips from Istanbul:

Ephesus
If you're not daunted by the prospect of flying to and from Ephesus in one day, an Ephesus day trip from Istanbul is a great way to see the ancient city.

Gallipoli
For lovers of military history, Gallipoli makes for one of the best day trips from Istanbul. Enjoy a visit to the historic Gallipoli battlefields, trenches, and tunnels for a day.

Bursa
The historic city of Bursa makes for one of the best day trips from Istanbul. Visit the first Ottoman capital to see the historic sights of the Green Mosque and Tomb, the Grand Mosque, the Silk Market and the Covered Bazaar.

Iznik and Nicea
Iznik and Nikea are a great day trip from Istanbul. You can spend the day seeing the famous tiles and location of the first Ecumenical Council.

Black Sea Beaches
For sun worshippers, the Black Sea beaches make for one of the best day trips from Istanbul. Enjoy swimming and sunbathing for a day before returning to city life in Istanbul.

Taking a taxi from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Amsterdam is often the fastest and most convenient way to get into the city center.

Taxis are also the most expensive way to get from Amsterdam airport to Amsterdam, but if you have a lot of heavy bags or are limited in your mobility, then a taxi is a good option.

There is a taxi line outside of the arrivals hall at Amsterdam airport, and there are taxis there throughout the day and night.

Depending on your final destination in the Amsterdam city center, a taxi from Amsterdam airport can cost anywhere from €35 - 40. Make sure the meter is running, as there is no set fare from the airport to Amsterdam.

Taking the Eurostar train from Brussels to London is the fastest way to get from Belgium to the UK.

The Eurostar train leaves from Brussels Midi train station and arrives at London St. Pancras train station.

The Eurostar travel time from Brussels to London is 2h6m.

Eurostar fares vary depending on the time of year and how far in advance you book your train ticket. Weekend tickets are often less expensive than weekday tickets.

The base price of an advance purchase train ticket to London is £39 one way if you book online.

The best time of year to visit Croatia is from mid spring to mid fall.

Croatia has a Mediterranean climate of cool but mild winters and warm to hot summers.

Most people visiting Croatia plan to do some travelling along the coast, including water sports, sailing, adventure sports, or sunbathing. As such, the best time of year to visit Croatia is in the warm months from mid April to mid September.

Summer is the peak season for tourism in Croatia, so if you want to avoid the crowds but still have good weather, consider booking your holiday to Croatia in May or September.

You can also find better deals on Croatia hotels, flights, and tour packages during the non peak season, which makes it one of the best times of year to visit Croatia for those travelling on a budget.