A top European Christmas market, festivals and Advent events. They are all part of Christmas time in Croatia. Here are five cities with festive holida events in Croatia. The best time to visit is throughout December thru Jan. 7. Zagreb The Advent Zagreb Christmas market has been named the best Christmas Market in Europe three years in a row, because of the food, … [Read more...]
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Eurail Offering 25% Off Rail Passes In November For Travel Until June
Eurail is offering a whopping 25% off on several passes with a sale running in November. The savings are on the 10 Days in 2 Months, 15 Days in 2 Months, 15 and 22 Days Continuous and 1-, 2- and 3-Months Continuous Passes in both 1st and 2nd class seating. The sale runs through Nov. 28 and is good for travel prior to June 1. Passengers purchasing a pass during the … [Read more...]
Watch the Northern Lights In Norway From The Comfort Of A Glass Lodge
The Northern Lights are one of nature's most fascinating elements, yet watching them often requires going to remote areas in very cold regions and standing outside hoping you'll see something. But imagine kicking back in a cozy room, perhaps with a schnapps in your hand, while enjoying this phenomenon. That's is not just a "pinch me" dream but a reality with two new … [Read more...]
New Inn At St Owen’s Cross In England Is An Old-School Pub With A New-Age Mentality
The old meets the new at the New Inn at St Owen’s Cross in England. Originally a 16th century coaching inn which won best pub in England in 2023 from AA Hospitality, the New Inn at St Owen’s Cross is an old-school pub wih a new-age mentality. So you get the tradition with the modern. It was actually closed for about five years but was revived by three local businessmen … [Read more...]
Tapas And Tipples: A Nightcrawler’s Guide To Spain’s Best Bars
When the sun sets, and the golden hues of the Spanish sun give way to the twinkling stars and lively streetlights, a different kind of feast awakens in Spain. It’s when the aromatic flavors of tapas and the effervescence of local tipples invite night owls to embark on a journey of culinary delights and spirited camaraderie. From bustling metropolises to quaint villages, every … [Read more...]
Basel Switzerland Christmas Market 2023 Dates, Information & Holiday Events
One of Europe's top Christmas markets is in Basel, a Swiss city on the Rhine River. Basel takes on a special charm in the Christmas season. With the smell of mullel wine in the air, the Christmas market, voted Best Christmas Market in Europe in 2021, can be found on Barfüsserplatz and Münsterplatz, right in the centre of the city and at the heart of the festively decorated … [Read more...]
The Christmas Markets And Winter Things To Do In Dresden Elbland
The winter holidays in Europe mean festive Christmas markets and in Germany's Dresden Elbland there are plenty of them. Here is a rundown of them and other things to do, events and activities this winter in Dresden Elbland. The 589th Dresden Striezelmarkt will open on November 29th. There are eleven Christmas markets in Dresden alone, and many more in the region. Two are … [Read more...]
Creamfields Leads Best Food, Drink & Music Events This Summer & Fall In Britain
Britain is once again "banking" on a big-time finish to the summer and lasting well into the fall. Here is a rundown of the top food, drink and music events taking place, including the annual three-day celebration known as the Bank Holiday. Bank Holiday – Aug. 24-27 Bank holidays in Britain are when banks are closed by royal proclamation. It's a three-day holiday, much … [Read more...]
As Young As Vilnius Free Music Festival Part Of Capital of Lithuania’s 700th Birthday Celebration
A free music festival, As Young As Vilnius, is taking place this summer as part of the 700th anniversary for Vilnius, the capitol city of Lithuania. British music legends Bastille and Clean Bandit are the headliners for the festival, which takes place July 21-24 in Vingis Park. The lineup also includes prominent Lithuanian music stars. The multi-day event features … [Read more...]
Lithuania Creates A Culinary Guide To Enjoy Its Cold Beetroot Soup Map
Every country has a food item that is a traditional part of its culture and in Lithuania, it's Cold Beetroot Soup. Dating back to the 17th century, this cold soup is a seasonal dish, mostly appearing on Lithuanian menus during heat waves. To introduce visitors to this traditional dish, Lithuania’s national tourism development agency, Lithuania Travel, has introduced a … [Read more...]
European Sleeper Added To Eurail Train Network
Eurail has added European Sleeper trains, meaning travelers can board in one city and arrive in another the next morning, with a good night's sleep included. Starting in July, travelers with a Eurail Pass can board European Sleeper trains between Brussels and Berlin with eight stops along the way including Antwerp, Rotterdam, Amsterdam, and Deventer. On June 1, travelers … [Read more...]
West Sweden Launches ‘Climate-Smart Holidays’ Travel Sustainability Initiative
Sustainability is a new keyword in travel and West Sweden’s Tourist Board has created a program called "Climate-Smart Holidays." The five accommodations in West Sweden participating in the concept include Erikson Cottage, Lugnåsberget Ekohotell, Swedish Country Living, Inforest , and Dalslands Aktiviteter. All are small-scale family businesses where everything is … [Read more...]
Monte Carlo And Monaco Bars, Nightlife And Top Events Guide
High-end days and elegant nightlife. Monaco and in particular Monte Carlo is the pinnacle of the wealthy with luxury cars, luxury yachts, luxury restaurants and high-end nightclubs. It is the champagne lifestyle. You won't find many dive bars here. It's such a revered place it spawned a classic cocktail, the Monte Carlo, much like the Manhattan (2 ounces rye whiskey, … [Read more...]
Saxon Wine Route Trail Proves There’s More To Drink In Germany Than Beer
The visions of a trip to Germany drinking beer out of huge steins in which natives consume brews for lunch in biergartens are are accurate. But there's more than beer in Germany. There are wines and wineries and the Saxon Wine Route is proof of it. Located outside of Dresden, the Saxon Wine Route is a 56-mile (90-kilometer) wine trail along the Elbe river. Along it are … [Read more...]
Cannes Named World’s Leading Festival and Event Destination
Know for its famous international film festival, Cannes, France has quite a bit more going for it, as well. Cannes has been named the “World's Leading Festival and Event Destination.” This honor happened at the World Travel Awards 2022, generally considered to be the Oscars of Tourism. Cannes beat out 12 other international cities: Barcelona, London, Barranquilla, Rio de … [Read more...]
Lithuania Capitol Vilnius Celebrating 700th Anniversary In 2023 With These Events
Vilnius, capitol city of Lithuania, is celebrating its 700th anniversary in 2023. Such milestones do not go quietly and there are a number of events throughout the year, which are described here. This celebration is also one of UNESCO's mentionable anniversary dates, which appropriate for a city that is recognized on the organization's World Heritage List. By the way, for … [Read more...]
The Holidays In Paris At The Eiffel Tower Events, Prices & Tips
Paris in spring might make for a nice movie and is certainly fine time to visit but the City of Lights is, well, let up for the Christmas holidays. The Eiffel Tower in particular is a place to be as it is full of the holiday spirit, including a transparent dome over the central bar with cushions and throw blankets on the first floor to an elevator ride to the top with a … [Read more...]
Amsterdam Nightlife Restricted With Earlier Closing Times For Bars & Clubs
Amsterdam, which for decades has been Europe's Sin City, is restricting its famous nightlife. The usually-tolerant city has had it up to its canals with obnoxious tourists ruining it for all the cool people and is taking measures to limit tourism and what officials call "nuisance travelers. Specifically, it is targeting "nuisance" bachelor parties and organized pub … [Read more...]
Switzerland Sets Guinness World Record With 1.18-Mile-Long Train
The innovative Swiss have set a Guinness World Record with a 1.18-mile-long train. It happened on Oct. 29, 2022, with 25 four-part Capricorn railcars from leading Swiss manufacturer Stadler. Rhaetian Railway (RhB) took the longest narrow gauge passenger train in the world on the UNESCO World Heritage route from the Albula Tunnel in Preda to the world-famous Landwasser … [Read more...]
Germany Looking Into Launching A Nationwide Transit Pass
Now here's a good idea that might cause other countries to do the same thing. Germany is looking into launching a nationwide transit pass, similar to what many cities around the globe already have for local transportation. It would be good on regional bus, train and tram networks, tho not intercity trains and trams. The idea was born out of an experimental 9-euro ticket … [Read more...]
Ireland Vows To Keep Bars & Nightlife Curfew Thru January
In a land where going to the pubs are a bit of the everyday culture, going there at night is still against the law. Ireland has vowed to keep it curfew of 8 p.m., in place through at least the end of January. The reason: the spread of the omicron variant of COVID-19. Of course. Transport Minister Eamon Ryan went on the Newstalk Breakfast podcast and provided this … [Read more...]
French President Emmanuel Macron May ‘Piss Off’ Unvaccinated With This Statement
French President Emmanuel Macron has had it up to the Eiffel Tower with the country's unvaccinated population. With only half of French people fully vaccinated, Macron made a bold statement that he says may "piss off" the unvaccinated but frankly, he doesn't care. And that's the way he wants it. "I really want to piss them off," he told the Le Parisien newspaper in an … [Read more...]
With Oktoberfest Canceled, Munich Restaurants Having An ‘Alternative Oktoberfest’
The mayor did not tap the first keg, there are no big oompa bands and crowds jamming into giant beer tents the size of airplane hangers. And there are no Bavarian-dressed beefy barmaids holding fistfulls of heavy 1-liter beer glasses. Oktoberfest in Munich has been canceled for the second year in a row but unlike last year, restaurants are holding an "alternative … [Read more...]
Paris COVID Rules & Restrictions For Visitors And Locals
Mask Requirements, Places That Are Open And The Heath Pass Requirement For Cafes, Museums & Popular Venues The City of Lights – and a lot of other things – has a ‘pass sanitaire’ mandate to enter dining venues, including for sitting outdoors at the city's signature cafes. Paris, and all of France, requires the proof-of-vaccination so-called Health Pass to eat … [Read more...]
Switzerland Is Open To Fully Vaccinated North American Travelers On June 28
Travelers Can Once Again Visit The Alps, Lakes, Villages, Cities And, Yes, Wineries By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Travel Blogger The Alps – as well as the lakes, rivers, cozy villages and bigger cities as well as a largely unknown wine country – are again within visitors' reach as Switzerland is back open for a large number of travelers. North Americans who … [Read more...]
How To Win A Trip To Poland On LOT Polish Airlines
Travel Contest Will Fly A Winner To The Destination Of Their Choice (PubClub Chooses Krakow) Answer a simple question and you could be on your way to Poland. Travelers from the United States and Canada can win roundtrip tickets to Poland in a contest organized by Polish Tourism Organization and LOT Polish Airlines. In order to win type up and answer the question: … [Read more...]
Is This The End Of The Amsterdam Red Light District?
Mayor Femke Halsema Proposes Moving It Out Of Tourist District As Well As Closing The City's Famous Coffeshops By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Nightlife Blogger One of the top tourist attractions in a tourist-heavy European city may soon disappear. As hard as it is to believe, the Red Light District may soon be a thing of the past in Amsterdam. At least in its … [Read more...]
Krakow Poland Nightlife Top Bars Kazimierz Pubs & Clubs Scene
By Dawid Nowak, Special To PubClub.com The Kazimierz area of Krakow follows on from the Old Town and borders the Vistula River, this popular tourist zone offers many attractions and landmarks as well as being full of pubs, clubs and restaurants along with the famous food truck square called Skwer Judah offering all kinds of national and international menus. Kazimierz or … [Read more...]
Krakow Nightlife Complete Guide To The Best Bars, Pubs & Nightclubs
Krakow nightlife, Old Town Krakow bars By Dawid Nowak, Special To PubClub.com The most unusual and out of the ordinary pub crawl has to be Krakow. This historic but compact city offers an abundance of locales, venues and drinking habitats that not only pleases the finest beer connoisseurs among you but also for the amount of unique and varied theme pubs, no big copycat … [Read more...]
Go Inside The Rolling Stones Official Merchandise Store ‘RS No. 9 Carnaby’ In London
You Can Always Get What You Want In This Themed Store A For Fans Of The Band If you've not been able to get any satisfaction in finding authentic Rolling Stones merchandise, then this should satisfy your desires. The Rolling Stones now have an official merchandise store, 'RS No. 9 Carnaby,' at 9 Carnaby Street in London's Soho District. The new store, created in … [Read more...]
Sweden Hosting An Outdoor Film Festival On The Water
Carl International Film Festival Taking Place In Karlskrona's Harbor You'll be able to see more than the harbor lights at the harbor in Karlskrona, Sweden, from Aug. 21-25. You will be able to see films, for the Carl International Film Festival will be taking place in Saltö Fish Harbor. No longer able to hold the event at various indoor venues to do COVID-19 … [Read more...]
Switzerland Fun Facts To Know And Swiss National Day, August 1
Swiss National Day is Aug. 1, and it is the country's equivalent of the Fourth of July in the USA, Canada Day in Canada and Australia Day in Australia. In other words, the birth of a nation. Here are some fun facts to know about this beautiful country with scenery from its famous Alps to beautiful lakes and – without a doubt – its beautiful people. • Switzerland is a … [Read more...]
Switzerland Nightclubs Create Swiss Night Pass For Contact Tracing In Bars
'Save The Night' Program Collects Clubbers' Information In order to save the nightlife, nightclubs in Switzerland have created a Swiss Night Pass that provides contract tracing for clubbers. The "Save The Night" program provides a card that those who frequent pubs and clubs present once they enter an establishment. The card is free to download and the … [Read more...]
These European Countries Will Require You Register Before Visiting In 2021
Schengen Area's ETIAS Takes Effect Next Year; Americans Included In Requirement Travelers going to the Greek Islands, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Iceland and several other countries will need more than their passports starting in 2021. They will also need to register to go there, as part of the European Travel Information and Authorization System, or ETIAS, which … [Read more...]
Dusseldorf Kicks Off Carnival With Annual Hoppeditz Celebration On 11/11 At 11 AM
By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Travel Blogger When it comes to Carnival, it's natural to think of Rio (or anywhere in Brazil for that matter) and New Orleans, which there is called Mardi Gras. But there are other parts of the world that hold major celebrations, and one of those is Dusseldorf, Germany. In fact, it's such a big deal there that they can't wait until the … [Read more...]
Malta Nightlife The Ultimate Guide To Clubs, Areas And Tips
Where To Party In This Mediterranean Paradise By Ed Lansink, Special to PubClub.com Malta is well known for its history and culture, and at night the country comes alive with Mediterranean passion and a desire to party the night away. The place is packed with clubs and bars, especially in the certain areas like St. Julian’s and Valletta. In the 1960s the three … [Read more...]
Traditional Drinks To Try In These 7 European Cities
What To Drinking What The Locals Drink In These Top Destinations By Rebecca Brown, Special to PubClub.com Europe is filled with amazing architectural gems, art museums, and historical monuments, but if you want to get close to the places you visit, you should taste your way around them. The best way to do this is to eat and drink like the locals, and with them, … [Read more...]
A PubClubber’s Dream Job? London’s Mayor Looks To Hire A ‘Night Czar’
Sadiq Khan Wants A '24 Hour City' By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Nightlife Editor If you love nightlife then this may be the perfect dream job for you. London Mayor Sadiq Khan is looking to hire a "night czar" to oversee the city's nightclubs and nightlife scene. The position is a 2 1/2-day job and pays £35,000. This is the job description: “the Night … [Read more...]
Travel Blogger Daily Blog: 5 Reasons To Visit Switzerland In The Fall
Visiting Cities, Attractions & Destinations On A Budget Switzerland is first and foremost a winter travel destination and the summer is also a popular time to visit. But don't ignore the fall, for Switzerland also reaches heights in the fall. Switzerland's Top 5 Fall Highlights 1.) It's The "Tweener" Season. In sports, a "tweener" is used to describe a … [Read more...]
Munich Oktoberfest 2018 Weather Forecast: Rain And Cool Temperatures
Beer Tents Are Indoors And Beer Flows Rain Or Shine Good thing the beer tents are inside. Because outside it's going to be wet on a few days. But hey, opening day will be fine with mostly sunny skies and a high of 18C (63F). It will be a little cool for the morning parade. The beer tents open at 11 a.m. Oktoberfest runs from Saturday, Sept. 22 thru Oct. … [Read more...]
Bastille Day Paris Fireworks Full Viewing Information & Events
The Fourth of July of France, called Bastille Day, is July 14. The event marks the storming of the Bastille fortress on July 14, 1789 that led to the overthrow of King Louis XVI and his wife Marie Antoinette. There are celebrations all over France from the cities to the villages, with the biggest being in Paris. Here's your guide to the celebration and fireworks in … [Read more...]
Top Facts To Know If You Are Traveling To Russia In 2018
FIFA World Cup And Tips On Visiting Moscow & St. Petersburg All eyes are on Russia as the country prepares to host the FIFA World Cup 2018 starting on June 14. Although Russia has had its share of controversies over the past many years, it cannot be denied that the country is among the most historically rich and compelling tourist destinations in the world. If … [Read more...]
Amsterdam Seeking To Attract Higher-End Luxury Travelers
Deputy Mayor Dr. Udo Kock Points To Museum Attractions & Limits On Airbnb By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Travel Blogger Long known for its hippie culture that brings in backpackers from all over the globe, Amsterdam is now seeking a different kind of visitor to the city. It's going upscale. At a press event to promote a series of events at Amsterdam … [Read more...]
Get A Free Hotel Night In Ireland With A Hiking & Cycling Holiday
Tour Company Goes To Countryside, Villages And Includes Guinness, Of Course A tour company in Ireland is offering one night of free accommodations for booking its walking and cycling tours across the country. Irelandways.com are specialists in hiking and cycling holidays in Ireland; the trails take in Ireland's countryside, quaint towns and villages. What better … [Read more...]
First Time In Amsterdam? Here’s Your Two-Day Itinerary
Europe's Sin City Has Museums, Europe's Best Red Light District, Nightlife & A Brewery Tour By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Travel Blogger For Amsterdam first-time travelers, those who haven't been there in a while or don't remember being there at all, here's a rundown of the top things to do for a short trip to Europe's Sin City. PubClub.com provides this … [Read more...]
Moscow The Ultimate Travel & Visitors Guide: Everything You Need To Know
Top Tips For Visiting The World Cup 2018 Host Country's Dynamic Destination By Ivan Crnogatic From MoscowNightGuide Moscow is an amazing and vibrant city that often gets overlooked as a tourist destination. With this three-part guide I want to warm you up to the idea of visiting the Russian capital. The football World Cup will take place in Russia next year, so … [Read more...]
Kyiv Ultimate Nightlight Guide To The Best Bars & Nightclubs
PubClub Note: With the Russian invasion of Ukraine we have changed the spelling in this article from Kiev to Kyiv. The Ukrainians use Kyiv, which is pronounced "KEE-ef." The Russians call it Kiev, pronounced "kee-EV." Obviously there is no nightlife in Kyiv at the moment and it will likely take some time to return to the level that is described in this article. Hello world, … [Read more...]
Fun Bars To Visit While You’re In Munich For Oktoberfest 2019 Top Nightlife Venues
From Beer Gardens To Bierhalls To Bars & Clubs, A Complete Guide To Munich's Nightlife There’s more to do in Munich in September than go to Oktoberfest. Although it’s hard to beat that good time, the city does have good nightlife within about a 20-minute walk of the Oktoberfest fairgrounds. Here’s a rundown of the best places to drink when you’re not downing … [Read more...]
Munich Oktoberfest 2017 To Get Rain On Opening Weekend
Showers Can Make For Long Lines Getting Into The Beer Tents It's going to rain on the parade – and a lot more – as Oktoberfest 2017 opens in Munich, Germany. The weather forecast calls for showers on opening day, thru the weekend and into the next week. Oktoberfest begins Saturday, Sept. 16, and runs thru Oct. 3. On top of the rain, it will also be cold and chilly. … [Read more...]
Zürich Expovina Is Europe’s Most Creative Wine Festival – On Boats!
A Floating Event For #WineLovers In Switzerland And Swiss Wines In what is Europe's most creative wine festival, the city of Zurich, Switzerland hosts an event called Zürich Expovina. It's a wine tasting event and exhibition that takes place on boats docked in town. Yes, a wine festival on the water, where you go from boat to boat to boat tasting wines and having a … [Read more...]
Exciting Summer Fun In Dublin Top Tips And Recommended Places To Visit
A Food Tour, A Walking Tour Of The City And The Guinness Storehouse, Of Course If you’re looking for a fun summer city break, Dublin boasts a plethora of inviting activities and beautiful landscapes to be enjoyed during a trip to Ireland. With rolling hills and lush greenery, white cliffs overlooking the Irish sea, a trip to Dublin is a dream destination. Its combination of … [Read more...]
King’s Day 2018: Amsterdam’s Biggest Party Event Complete Guide
Everything You Need To Know About The Celebration, Formerly Queen's Day The biggest party in Holland – and indeed, Amsterdam – is the annual King's Day celebration on April 27. Formerly called Queen's Day (the country now has a king), it's Holland's version of the Fourth of July, Australia Day, Carnaval in Brazil or any other national celebration you care to name. … [Read more...]
Rennovated Dresden Kulturpalas Expands City’s Musical Culture
Philharmonic Orchestra, Cabaret & Public Library Contained In The Modern Glass Building The musical culture of Dresden, Germany reaches a high note with the renovation of Kulturpalast, a modernized cultural center with a new concert hall as its centerpiece attraction. Located in the center of the city at the Old Market Square, the renovated Kulturpalast is the new … [Read more...]
Virtual Reality Play Station mk2 VR Open In Paris
Games A New Entertainment Addition To Movie Theater Multiplex France’s third largest movie theater has added a new entertainment element to its Paris multiplex, mk2 Bibliothèque: virtual reality. Called mk2 VR and located in the heart of Paris' new 'tech district', it has the latest VR technologies and exclusive content from some of the leading VR developers from around … [Read more...]
Germany Is Full Of Fall Events & Festivals Beyond Oktoberfest
Largest Wine Festival In The World, A Grape Harvest & Windsurfing World Cup Hoisting big beers, singing "Ein Prosit" and people wearing lederhosen and barmaid outfits may spring to mind when thinking fall events in Germany, but there's a lot more happening in this country than Oktoberfest. So other than that huge bierhall bash in Munich, here's what else is … [Read more...]
Go Surfing In Europe – At The Munich Airport During Oktoberfest
'Surf & Style' Provides Stationary Wave Riding From Squids To Pros While it may seem unusual that there is surfing in Munich – there's a spot by a rushing river – this is even more surprising. You can now surf at the Munich airport. The same place that once put in a tennis court and that has a biergarden now has an indoor surfing. Yes, surfing! A stationary wave … [Read more...]
10 Things About Europe That Are Better Than America
Ease Of Travel, Big Beers & Better Airports By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Travel Blogger No place is perfect and that certainly goes for the good 'ol US of A. But some places do things better than we do, and this American lists his 10 area in which Europe surpasses the USA, including a couple that are the equivalent of blowouts in sports. 1.) … [Read more...]
Switzerland Music Festival Is Called The Blue Balls Festival
Despite It's Odd Name, Annual Event On Lake Lucerne Attracts 100,000 People By Kevin Wilkerson PubClub.com Travel Blogger It definitely loses something in the translation. Lucerne, Switzerland has a music festival featuring jazz, soul and rock, a total of 100 performances during an entire week in the middle of summer (July 20-28 in 2018). It's takes place along the … [Read more...]
Summer Travel: Traveling To Europe With The Ex-Girlfriend
Karlsruhe, Germany & A Glass Of Wine In France By Kevin Wilkerson PubClub.com Travel Blogger So I was headed to Europe one summer for my first trip to Amsterdam to meet some friends, including someone whom I soon dubbed "Mr. Amsterdam." From there, a friend and I were traveling to Germany for a few days to visit some friends we had met the previous year in Greece and … [Read more...]
Summertime Beach Bar Montague On The Gardens Brings The Tropics To London
Tiki Theme Features Sand, Palm Trees & Boat Drinks People in London love to hop on a plane and spend a few summertime days tanning on a Mediterranean beach and having tropical drinks at a beach bar. Now, they don't have to leave the city to get at least the latter, as the Montague hotel in Bloomsbury has created a temporary piece of paradise called, … [Read more...]
Europe Summer Weather Forecast For European Travelers
AccuWeather.com Predicts Rain In Central Europe, Dry & Hot In Italy & Greece If you're traveling to Europe this summer, pack light clothes. And, depending on where you are going, some rain attire. According to AccuWeather.com, the weather forecast calls for hotter than normal weather, with local severe thunderstorms in some of the most heavily traveled areas of … [Read more...]
Win A Free Night In Geneva Switzerland With #InvitedByGeneva
Social Media Campaign Invites Summer Tourists To This Luxury Swiss City One of the most luxurious cities in Switzerland is inviting you to stay a night to get to know it. Geneva, known for its artisanal chocolate shops, Michelin star-rated restaurants and luxury watches, is giving away a free night in a 3-, 4-, or 5-star hotel to 1,000 people who use a social … [Read more...]
Basel Switzerland Guide: An Artist’s City Without An Artist’s Attitude
Artwork & Museums Combine With Great Nightlife, Dining & Shopping By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Travel Blogger The problem with artistic cities and towns is, of course, that they are full of artists. And artists can be, well, kind of clickish. They will welcome fellow artists as if they are one of their own but if you are like the rest of us and just … [Read more...]
Switzerland’s Social Media Hashtag Is #InLoveWithSwitzerland
Win A Swiss Trip By Submitting A Story There are many reasons to be in love with Switzerland – Swiss wines and cheeses come immediately to mind – and here's another one: Submit a story to the tourism board's website and win a trip to the country. "Upload your story now with either an image or video (or text only)," the website states. "We will pick 3 great stories … [Read more...]
English Pubs The Strangest & Most Unusual Bars In England
A Haunted Pub, A Real Hole in the Wall and the Smallest Bar in Britain Are Just A Few of the Offbeat Places to Have A Pint Pubs in England are as much a part of the landscape as the Tower Bridge, rain and the grassy countryside. Each seems to have a unique character (with their own unique characters). But some of them are just plain bizarre. And this article looks … [Read more...]
The Flying Dutch July 2016 Show Features Sweden’s Top DJs
The Swedish Journey To Take Place In Netherlands In July The wildly popular DJ music event known as The Flying Dutch – in which DJs fly in by helicopter to perform before a crowd of tens of thousands of screaming fans – is bringing in top DJs from Sweden for a one-day party this summer in the Netherlands. On Saturday 30 July top of Swedish DJs, who have never performed … [Read more...]
Where To Drink Cheap Beer In Authentic Czech Prague Bars
The Black Bull, Golden Tiger & Other Famous Pubs Authentic Czech pubs are vintage places with basic old wooden picnic tables, ancient wood floors and are as smoky as a barbecue pit. They appear as if they've been around as long as the Charles Bridge. As do some of the patrons. Most Czech bars can be identified from the street by a "Bud Var" sign out front; this … [Read more...]
Prague Nightlife Top Bars Pubs Clubs Nightclubs Party Reviews
Casual Drinking Spots, Hot Dance Spots, Sports Bars & Authentic Czech Bars Beers are a buck, the culture invites consumption and there's a plethora of places to enjoy the libation pleasures of Prague. Pivos are so cheap, people go out with the equivalent of 20 Euros, drink like a fish and return home with enough cash for a hangover breakfast the next morning. There's a … [Read more...]
Prague Dining Top Tips Restaurants & Budget Eating
Czech Food, Restaurants, Cafes & Cheap Eats In Praha Here's one fact about dining in Prague: If it's on a hoof, it's served here. People in the Czech Republic consume more meat than just about any place on the planet. There's no shortage of plates with pork or beef, so have at it. Menus with prices are posted outside just about every restaurant so its easy to … [Read more...]
Prague Top Sights Landmarks Sightseeing & Things To Do
Visiting The Castle, Charles Bridge. Letna Park & Old Town Square The sights of Prague are quite a sight. Cobblestone streets, Old Town, a magnificent castle, the majestic Municipal House, classic buildings and views from high above Prague that are a short walk from city center comprise the visual highlights and delights of Prague. Here's a guide to the top sights in … [Read more...]
Prague Ultimate Visitor’s Guide Praha Tourist & Tourism Info
Tips, Sightseeing & Survival Guide To The Czech Republic Capitol In the world of destinations, Prague is a world away from other major cities. Prague is old – the castle dates back to about 880 AD – but it's also new to explore. That's because it was not until the early 90s that the Soviet Union withdrew and the Czech Republic was formed. In that short span, though, it … [Read more...]
How To Avoid The Pickpockets In Prague
5 Tips On Preventing Being Pickpocketed In Praha By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Travel Blogger One of the ugliest things in an otherwise pretty city – besides a few of the square, gray and dull buildings left over from the communist era – are the pickpockets. Prague is full of them and if you're not careful you can be like the guy PubClub.com saw at the train … [Read more...]
St. Patrick’s Day London Parade Trafalgar Square Party
The St. Paddy's Day Festival & Pubs Yes, there is a St. Patrick's Day parade in London! It takes place the Sunday closest to St. Patrick's Day, which in 2016 puts it on March 13. The parade takes place on a 1.5-mile route down Piccadilly, past some of London's top landmarks, including Piccadilly Circus and Trafalgar Square and turns onto Whitehall. The starting time is … [Read more...]
Golf In Switzerland? Yes, And A Beautiful Blonde Golfer
It's Not Par For The Course In Zurich By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Travel Blogger Golf in Switzerland had never occurred to me until one late afternoon in Zurich. Like most people, I has long associated Switzerland activities with skiing, biking, hiking and the occasional semi-daredevil act such as paragliding. But golf? Not a thought. Trying To Take A … [Read more...]
Top France Travel Destinations Beyond Paris After Attacks
Bourdeaux & The Wine Country, Calis, The Alps & Coast Of Marseille Offer Plenty To Visitors If you want to travel to France – and quite frankly, why wouldn't you – but are feeling a bit uneasy after the Paris attacks, then know that you can still go and be safe and have a great time. While Paris is returning to normalcy and is going forward with its big New … [Read more...]
London & Paris Looking At A Good Weather Winter
Less Precipitation & Warmer Temperatures Predicted For 2016 Dreary 'ol London? Maybe not this winter. An early forecast from AccuWeather.com, predicts London – and also Paris, two of Europe's top travel destinations – will be having warmer and dryer weather this winter. "High pressure to the north of the United Kingdom for much of the winter season will result … [Read more...]
Swiss Alps Forest Fondue Is A Fun Party in Switzerland’s Ski Resorts
If, for some reason, the Alps aren't enough of a clue and the street signs in Swiss-German don't give it away, then taking part in a Forest Fondue will certainly confirm the fact you that are in this part of the world. Because this just says "I'm in Switzerland!" The Definition Of A Forest Fondue What the heck is a Forest Fondue, you ask? Well, it's an experience more than … [Read more...]
Switzerland Wineries Lake Geneva Wine Country Ultimate Travel Guide
Complete Wine Tasting Guide Near Lausanne A wine country in Switzerland? What are we drinking, right? Well, hold onto your chalice. Not only is there a wine country in Switzerland, there are a couple of them. And the one visited by PubClub.com is spectacular, with sights surpassing those of many more renowned places, including some in France and California. … [Read more...]
Switzerland’s Domaine du Daley Winery Tour Wines Review
Touring & Tasting At The Country's Oldest Winery Your first thought when arriving at the Domaine du Daley winery in Switzerland is likely to be this: "I hope the wine is as good as this view!" It is, so not to worry. Still, the sparkle comes not from the wine – it doesn't make champagne – but from the look on your face when you're at the winery. Domaine du Daley is one … [Read more...]
Top 10 Things To Know About Visiting Zermatt & The Matterhorn
A Unique Visitor's Guide To This Swiss Alps Destination Here's the most important things to know before you go to the Matterhorn and the lovable village of Zermatt in the Swiss Alps. This is the ultimate – and PubClub.com unique – travel guide to Zermatt. Because these are: 10 Things You Need To Know About Zermatt Switzerland 1.) You Can Climb The Matterhorn, But … [Read more...]
10 Things To Know About Traveling In Switzerland
Swiss Alps Not The Only Identifying Trait To This Country Sure, the Alps are nearly always in view even if you are in a city and the trains run time, but it can be easy to get wrapped up in things and occasionally lose track of where you are, especially if you are on vacation. So in case you zone out from all the activities – skiing, biking, dining, wine tasting– here's … [Read more...]
Swiss Alps Bucket List Activities: Riding The Gornergrat Cog Railway
A Scenic Ride Past The Matterhorn In Zermatt, Switzerland By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Travel Blogger The bucket list of things to do in Zermatt includes boarding this old-fashioned cog train and taking it to a lookout peak in the Swiss Alps known as Gornergrat. From there, you can get great views – and selfies! – of the Matterhorn, have lunch with some … [Read more...]
Where Bloggers Dare: Riding The Swiss Alps Glacier Aerial Cable Car
12,000 Feet In The Sky And Don't Look Down! By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Travel Blogger One of the thrills of a visit to Zermatt, Switzerland, is going to visit its glacier, which is not the Matterhorn but the Little Matterhorn. It's not just that you can ski year-round here or that you can actually go inside the glacier and be treated to fantastic ice … [Read more...]
Switzerland Travel Blog: Hiking To A Restaurant In The Swiss Alps
A Great Meal In The Middle Of A Meadow By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Travel Blogger The day was lovely. Not the kind of stunning lovely day one might expect to find in late summer in Switzerland – clouds kept us from seeing the famous reflection of the Matterhorn shining in a pond, the image which has graced a thousand postcards – but lovely none-the-less. We were … [Read more...]
European Travel Blog: Those Confusing Shower Heads In Europe
By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com's Travel Blogger I'm a pretty good traveler. Actually, I'm a very good traveler. I'm easy going, handle changes well, rarely complain and enjoy being places different from home. Especially Europe. But no matter how many times I go to Europe, I am always confounded by one thing: those confusing shower heads in Europe. What Is A European … [Read more...]
Munich Travel Guide Top Tips For First-Time Visitors
There's More Than Oktoberfest & Bierhalls Yes, the Hofbrauhaus is there and the waitresses bring big beers in heavy 1-liter glasses, no less, and attached to their fists. Yes, there are beer gardens all over town, but did you know there are also parks? And you can go surfing? There's s a lot to Munich, more so than immediately meets the eye, but before you … [Read more...]
10 Things To Know About Switzerland Nightlife & Drinking Laws
By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Nightlife Blogger There's good nightlife and a strong party scene in Switzerland, from the Alps in the winter to the cities in the summer. To really know how to cut loose, here's all you need to know about partying in Switzerland! To really know how to cut loose, here's all you need to know about partying in Switzerland! So read on and take a … [Read more...]
Top 5 Reasons Switzerland’s Wines Are Like Swiss Women
Both Treats Are Delicious And Delectable, Each With An Accent Here's another reason to fall in love with Switzerland. Everyone knows Switzerland has a lot of attractions – the Alps, its ski slopes, neat villages, incredibly scenic lakes and rivers and vibrant cities – but it also has a pair of things that are not quite as recognized by the world. And that's … [Read more...]
London Travel Blog: An American’s First Impressions
Trying To Find An Authentic English Pubs Black Cabs & Hot Tea By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Blogger I didn't take this as a negative, but immediately upon arriving in London for my first visit to the city, I was greeted by an airport alert. I couldn't get past the security area and my friend who was there to meet me could not even get into the airport. The … [Read more...]
Bern Switzerland Top 2016 Events From Carnival To Music Festivals
Parades, Sports & Music Festivals In Switzerland's Capitol City This small Swiss capital, known for its BearPark, arcades of long archways and below-ground restaurants, shops and nightclubs, also has a number of events throughout the year. And they all add sizzle to the city of Bern. The biggest party of the year in Bern is its three-day celebration for … [Read more...]
Bern Switzerland Top Visitors Travel Sightseeing Guide
Things To Do In Switzerland's Capitol City The city symbol is a bear, which brings to mind a menacing creature that digs its claws into people and growls. Hustle. Bustle. Tussle. Only the strong survive, which would make it pretty much like any country's capital city. It's the nature of the beast. But Bern, Switzerland is more like a newborn cub, safe enough to pet, cute … [Read more...]
Bern Switzerland Nightlife Best Cafes Bars & Top Dance Clubs
Top Places To Party In The Swiss Capitol City A drink in the platz, dinner at a cool cafe, meeting up with friends at a bar and dancing deep into the night. It's basic Bern, the capital city of Switzerland, where the nightlife scene centers around cafes and bars along historic cobblestone streets and even in underground cellars that have been around practically … [Read more...]
Basel Switzerland Ultimate Nightlife Guide To The Best Singles Bars
Top Places To Party In The Swiss City On The Rhine If you're looking for an under-the-radar place to party in Europe, a city that provides plenty of party punch but that hasn't been beat to death with the tourist stick, then look no further than Basel. The nightlife in this Swiss city on the Rhine River is nothing short of sensational. It has one of the coolest … [Read more...]
Basel Switzerland’s Best Sidewalk Cafes Bistros Bars Reviews
Top Picks For After-Hour Drinks & Casual Late-Night Bars It's a very European thing, gathering with a friend or two (or a few) after work for drinks at a casual sidewalk cafe. People watching is part of the process and it starts late in the afternoon and can go until dark. In Basel, a small city in Switzerland that's on the border with both Germany and … [Read more...]
Why Paddy Reilly’s In Basel, Switzerland Is One Of Europe’s Best Irish Bars
A Lively Pub & Club In Switzerland's City On The Rhine One would think – think! – that Europe's best Irish bars are all in, well, Ireland. Scattered about Dublin like empty keg of Guinness. But that's not the case. In fact, one of the best is in the vibrant mid-sized city of Basel, Switzerland. It's Paddy Reilly's and all you have to do is go in on a Friday … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Basel: A Private Cruise On The Rhine
Sightseeing In Style In Switzerland (With Swiss Wine!) If you want to cruise the Rhine River while in Basel, Switzerland but don't want to be on one of those big cruise boats to do it – after all, this is a dynamic little city much more worthy than a brief shore excursion – then the solution is simple. Take your own boat! Using the Rhytaxi, you can do this by taking a … [Read more...]
Ibiza Beaches Best Beach Bars Sunsets At Cafe del Mar & Party Tips
Playa D'en Bossa, Formentera Beach (Pujols), Figueras Beach And Las Salinas Ibiza. Just the sound of the place makes one's soul shake with excitement. And no wonder – it has all the things single travelers desire – hot scene on the sand, clear blue water to cool off, spring break-style bars on the beach, spectacular sunsets – and more single travelers. Of … [Read more...]
Ibiza Bars Nightlife Top Party Scene Late-Night Clubs Tips Travel Guide
The Ultimate Adventure To This Partying Island In Spain It's one of the wildest islands on Earth, a place where daytime beach activities are only a prelude to an all-night party that often lasts clear through to the next beach day. Ibiza is like a sister island to Mykonos in Greece, which is to say wild, uninhibited and clothing optional on the beaches. First … [Read more...]
Zurich Street Parade World’s Largest Techno Party – A Complete Guide
In New Orleans, there's Mardi Gras. In San Francisco, there's Bay to Breakers. In Berlin, there's the Love Parade. And in Zurich, one of Europe's most dynamic cities, there's the Street Parade. The 2023 Zurich Street Parade is Aug. 12. It starts at 1 p.m., and goes until 10 at night. Beer and food vendors line the event for all 10 hours. In fact, it's the world's largest … [Read more...]
Zurich Nightlife Reviews Bars, Clubs, Pubs & The Famous Piano Bar
Complete Guide To Old Town & Zurich West Nightclubs By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Nightlife Blogger Zurich. There's something about the name that sounds exciting. Energizing. Exotic. Add the work "nightlife" to it and it becomes, well, intoxicating to the soul. So just imagine what Zurich nightlife is really like to experience. In short, it can be … [Read more...]