Sofia

Bulgaria, Sofia City region

2 nightsMon. Jan 05 - Wed. Jan 07

Sofia is the capital and largest city of Bulgaria and is the 15th largest city in the European Union. The city is located at the foot of Vitosha Mountain in the western part of the country, within less than 50km drive from the Serbian border. Its location in the center of the Balkan peninsula means that it is the midway between the Black Sea and the Adriatic Sea, whereas the Aegean Sea is the closest to it. Sofia has been an area of human habitation since at least 7000BCE and is Europe's second-oldest city. Among its many attractions you may find the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, National Art Gallery, Natural History Museum, palaces, churches, and much more.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

• Top rated attractions in Sofia, Bulgaria from TripAdvisor

Thessaloniki

Greece, Macedonia region

2 nightsWed. Jan 07 - Fri. Jan 09

Thessaloniki is the second-largest city in Greece and the capital of Macedonia. Events such as the Thessaloniki International Trade Fair and the Thessaloniki International Film Festival are held annually. It is a popular tourist destination in Greece - In 2010, Lonely Planet ranked Thessaloniki as the world's fifth-best party city worldwide. Thessaloniki is also regarded as the cultural capital of Greece, with main theaters include the Royal Theater, the Earth Theater and Forest Theater. The city is known for its major shopping streets. Tsimiski Street and Proxenou Koromila avenue are the city's most famous shopping streets and are among Greece's most expensive and exclusive high streets.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

• Top rated attractions in Thessaloniki, Greece from TripAdvisor

Athens

Greece, Attica region

3 nightsFri. Jan 09 - Mon. Jan 12

Athens is the capital and largest city of Greece, and is one of the world's oldest cities, with its recorded history spanning around 3,400 years and the earliest human presence around 11th–7th millennium BC,. The National Garden of Athens was completed in 1840 and is a green refuge in the centre of the Greek capital. Athens' largest zoo is the Attica Zoological Park, a private zoo located in the suburb of Spata. The zoo is home to around 2000 animals representing 400 species, and is open 365 days a year. The city is a world centre of archaeological research. Apart from national institutions there are several archaeological Museums, including the National Archaeological Museum.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

• Top rated attractions in Athens, Greece from TripAdvisor

Palinuro

Italy, Campania region

1 nightMon. Jan 12 - Tue. Jan 13

Palinuro is an Italian small town, the most populated civil parish (frazione) of Centola, Province of Salerno, in the Campania region. The name of the town is derived from Palinurus, the helmsman of Aeneas, as recorded in the fifth and sixth books of the Aeneid. Palinuro is part of the Cilento and Vallo di Diano National Park, an area of "shrubland" typical of Mediterranean countries. It is popular with tourists, especially in summer, due to the cleanliness of its waters and beautiful beaches; and is regularly awarded five stars Blue Flag. The town is also famous for the caves along its coast, which are regularly visited, especially by frogmen.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

• Top rated attractions in Palinuro, Italy from TripAdvisor

Rome

Italy, Lazio region

3 nightsTue. Jan 13 - Fri. Jan 16

About 2,000 years ago, during the peak of the Roman Empire, the Romans paved an extensive network of roads spanning approximately 50,000 miles. These roads, originating from Rome, the heart of the Empire, became the origin of the famous saying, "All roads lead to Rome."

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

• Top rated attractions in Rome, Italy from TripAdvisor

Verona

Italy, Veneto region

2 nightsFri. Jan 16 - Sun. Jan 18

Verona is a city straddling the Adige river in Veneto, northern Italy. It is one of the main tourist destinations in northern Italy, owing to its artistic heritage, several annual fairs, shows, and operas, such as the lyrical season in the Arena, the ancient amphitheater built by the Romans. The city has been awarded World Heritage Site status by UNESCO because of its urban structure and architecture. Three of Shakespeare's plays are set in Verona: Romeo and Juliet, The Two Gentlemen of Verona, and The Taming of the Shrew.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

• Top rated attractions in Verona, Italy from TripAdvisor

Ljubljana

Slovenia, Central Slovenia region

2 nightsSun. Jan 18 - Tue. Jan 20

Ljubljana is the capital and largest city of Slovenia. Notable landmarks in the city include Prešeren Square, Ljubljana Castle, The Town Hall, Ljubljana Cathedral, Tivoli Park and Congress Square - which is one of the most important centers of the city, housing several important buildings. A local commercial hot-spot is Čop Street, the capital's central promenade, lined with bars and stores. Another commerical center is the Nebotičnik building with a variety of shops on the ground and first floors. Ljubljana has numerous art galleries and museums and many cultural events take place in the city each year, with The Ljubljana Festival being the major event, taking place every July and August.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

• Top rated attractions in Ljubljana, Slovenia from TripAdvisor

Vienna

Austria, Vienna region

3 nightsTue. Jan 20 - Fri. Jan 23

Everybody wants to visit Vienna. Not only is it the capital city of Austria, it is an exciting metropolis with a rich background in history, art and especially music. The city is known for its grand Ring Road, lined with impressive buildings including museums such as the Museum of Art History and the Museum of Natural History. If you want to be witness to the opulence of the Habsburg dynasty then make sure to tour the former residences of the royal family at the Schönbrunn Palace and the magnificent gardens as well as the Hofburg Palace and the Belvedere Palace, with its baroque architecture.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

• Top rated attractions in Vienna, Austria from TripAdvisor

Liberec

Czech Republic, Central Bohemian region

2 nightsFri. Jan 23 - Sun. Jan 25

Liberec is a city in the Czech Republic. Located on the Lusatian Neisse and surrounded by the Jizera Mountains and Jested-Kozakov Ridge, it is the fifth-largest city in the Czech Republic. Liberec's prominent buildings are the Town Hall, the Liberec Castle and the Jested Tower. Other points of interest in town include the Botanical Gardena, the Liberec zoo and the Centrum Babylon Liberec that include a large water park, an amusement park, a casino, shopping court and hotel.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

• Top rated attractions in Liberec, Czech Republic from TripAdvisor

Katowice

Poland, Silesian region

1 nightSun. Jan 25 - Mon. Jan 26

Katowice is a city in southwestern Poland and the center of the Silesian Metropolis. It is a center of science, culture, industry, business, trade, and transportation in Upper Silesia and southern Poland, and the main city in the Upper Silesian Industrial Region. Its primary attractions are the market square, Nikiszowiec, Cathedral of Christ the King, St Mary's Church, Church of St Michael Archangel, Katowice's historic train station, and more.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

• Top rated attractions in Katowice, Poland from TripAdvisor

Kalisz

Poland, Greater Poland region

1 nightMon. Jan 26 - Tue. Jan 27

Kalisz is a city in central Poland, and is the capital of the Kalisz Region. Situated on the Prosna river in the southeastern part of the Greater Poland Voivodeship, the city forms a conurbation with the nearby towns of Ostrow Wielkopolski and Nowe Skalmierzyce. Kalisz is an important regional industrial and commercial center, with many notable factories. The city is also a center for traditional folk art, and regional archaeological findings. The town was also the site of the former 'Calisia' piano factory, until it went out of business in 2007.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

• Top rated attractions in Kalisz, Poland from TripAdvisor

Warsaw

Poland, Masovian region

2 nightsTue. Jan 27 - Thu. Jan 29

Warsaw is the capital and largest city of Poland and is the 9th most populous capital city in the European Union. It is located on the Vistula River, in east-central Poland. In 2012, Warsaw was ranked as the 32nd most livable city in the world by the Economist Intelligence Unit. It was also ranked as one of the most livable cities in Central and Eastern Europe. Today Warsaw is considered an Alpha – global city, a major international tourist destination and a significant cultural, political and economic hub. Its main attractions include the Old Town quarter, the Royal Castle, Market Square, the Barbican, multiple castles and palaces, as well as landmarks of Jewish heritage.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

• Top rated attractions in Warsaw, Poland from TripAdvisor

Torun

Poland, Kuyavian-Pomeranian region

1 nightSat. Jan 31 - Sun. Feb 01

Torun is a city in northern Poland, on the Vistula River. It is one of the oldest cities in Poland, and its medieval old town is the birthplace of the astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus. In 1997 the medieval part of the city was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In 2007 the Old Town in Torun was added to the list of Seven Wonders of Poland. National Geographic Polska rated the old town market and the Gothic town hall as one of the "30 Most Beautiful Places in the World." The city is famous for having preserved almost intact its medieval spatial layout and many Gothic buildings, all built from brick, including monumental churches, the Town Hall and many burgher houses.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

• Top rated attractions in Torun, Poland from TripAdvisor

Poznan

Poland, Greater Poland region

1 nightSun. Feb 01 - Mon. Feb 02

Poznan is a city on the Warta river in west-central Poland, in the region called Greater Poland. Today, Poznan is one of the oldest and largest Polish centers of trade, industry, sports, education, technology, tourism and culture. It is particularly important academic center, with about 130,000 students and the third biggest Polish university. It is best known for its renaissance old town, destroyed during World War II and then rebuilt, and Ostrow Tumski cathedral. The Tumski Island itself is a place worth visiting, as are the Imperial Castle, the City Hall, and various churches and museums.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

• Top rated attractions in Poznan, Poland from TripAdvisor

Ostrava

Czech Republic, Moravia region

2 nightsMon. Feb 02 - Wed. Feb 04

Ostrava is the third largest city in the Czech Republic and the second largest urban agglomeration after Prague, located close to the Polish border, at the confluence of the Ostravice, Oder, Lucina and Opava rivers. Points of interest in the city include Stodolní Street - actually a collection of streets just next to the center, full of bars, pubs and clubs, The New City Hall Viewing Tower, The Silesian Ostrava Castle and The Ostravar brewery. Every July there is an international world music festival Colours of Ostrava taking place.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

• Top rated attractions in Ostrava, Czech Republic from TripAdvisor

Dresden

Germany, Saxony region

2 nightsWed. Feb 04 - Fri. Feb 06

Dresden is a city in Saxony, Germany. It is situated in a valley on the River Elbe, near the Czech border. Dresden has a long history as the capital and royal residence for the Electors and Kings of Saxony, who for centuries furnished the city with cultural and artistic splendor. The city was known as the Jewel Box, because of its baroque and rococo city center. After world war II restoration work has helped to reconstruct parts of the historic inner city, including the Katholische Hofkirche, the Semper Oper and the Dresdner Frauenkirche.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

• Top rated attractions in Dresden, Germany from TripAdvisor

Munich

Germany, Bavaria region

2 nightsFri. Feb 06 - Sun. Feb 08

Munich is the capital and largest city of the German state of Bavaria. It is located on the River Isar north of the Bavarian Alps. Munich is home to many national and international authorities, major universities, major museums and theaters. Its numerous architectural attractions, international sports events, exhibitions, conferences and Oktoberfest attract considerable tourism. Since 2006, the city's motto has been "Munich loves you".

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

• Top rated attractions in Munich, Germany from TripAdvisor

Wuerzburg

Germany, The Romantic Road region

1 nightSun. Feb 08 - Mon. Feb 09

Würzburg is a city in Northern Bavaria, Germany. Located on the Main River. Some of the city's "100 churches" survived intact. In style they range from Romanesque (Würzburg Cathedral), Gothic (Marienkapelle), Renaissance (Neubaukirche), Baroque (Stift Haug Kirche) to modern (St Andreas). Museums of note are the Mainfranken Museum, which houses artifacts from prehistoric to modern times, as well as the Cathedral Museum, and the "Kulturspeicher", dedicated to modern classics and contemporary art, which opened in 2002.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

• Top rated attractions in Wuerzburg, Germany from TripAdvisor

Verviers

Belgium, Wallonia region

1 nightMon. Feb 09 - Tue. Feb 10

Verviers counts several museums, including the Wool and Fashion Tourist Center, housed in a beautiful former factory with a Neoclassical-style facade. The Grand Theater, also known as La Bonbonniere, was built in the same style at the end of the 19th century, while the Grand Poste was built in the Neo-Gothic style. The city has a number of interesting fountains and thematic strolling paths.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

• Top rated attractions in Verviers, Belgium from TripAdvisor

Sint Niklaas

Belgium, Flemish region

1 nightTue. Feb 10 - Wed. Feb 11

The Church of Saint Nicholas was founded in the 13C and gave its name to the city. After heavy damage in the 16C, the interior was redone in the Baroque style. The Chapel of Saint Joseph was built in the 17C by the Franciscans. It was later integrated into a minor seminary and is now part of a high school. The Church of Our Lady and Town Hall, located on the largest market square in Belgium, is more recent (19C). The Gerardus Mercator Museum traces the history of cartography back to its origins. The museum also houses two original globes that belonged to the famous cartographer. Other churches and museums include: Saint Joseph, Christ the King, Salon for Fine Arts and Zwijgershoek.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

• Top rated attractions in Sint Niklaas, Belgium from TripAdvisor

Nottingham

United Kingdom, East Midlands region

3 nightsThu. Feb 12 - Sun. Feb 15

Nottingham is a city in the ceremonial county of Nottinghamshire in the East Midlands of England. The town is known for its links to the legend of Robin Hood and for its lace-making, bicycle and tobacco industries. The geographical centre of Nottingham is at the Old Market Square, the largest city square in the UK. The square is dominated by the Council House with The Exchange Arcade on it's ground floor - an upmarket shopping centre containing high-end boutiques. Other sights around town include The Lace Market, Nottingham Castle and its grounds, St. Mary's Church and Ye Olde Trip To Jerusalem pub - a contender for the title of "England's Oldest Pub".

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

• Top rated attractions in Nottingham, United Kingdom from TripAdvisor

Manchester

United Kingdom, North West region

2 nightsSun. Feb 15 - Tue. Feb 17

Manchester is a city and metropolitan borough in North West England. The city is notable for its architecture, culture, music scene, media links, scientific and engineering output, social impact, sports clubs and transport connections. Manchester was the site of the world's first railway station and is where scientists first split the atom. Manchester is also regarded as the birthplace of both capitalism and communism. Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels began to write the Communist Manifesto at Chetham Library, the oldest public library in the English-speaking world.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

• Top rated attractions in Manchester, United Kingdom from TripAdvisor