Did you know that that the capital city of Budapest was formed in 1873 joining together two different cities, Buda (on the west bank of the Danube) and the Pest (pronounced Pescht, on the east bank)? Although they are united under one name, they are still referred to separately.

Cascais is a coastal resort town in Portugal, just west of Lisbon. It is know for its sandy beaches, busy marina, historic mansions and beautiful views.

The monastery is located in the Aflama district of Lisbon, which is the oldest district in the city. It its considered one of the most important monastic buildings in Portugal.

Sintra is one of the unique and beautiful places in Portugal. It is a charming Portuguese town situated within the hills of the Serra de Sintra.

Lagos is a historic and fascinating city situated in the picturesque Western Algarve coastline. It has a rich seafaring heritage, pristine beaches, mixed in with Portuguese character.

One of the main attractions of the museum is the setting itself, which is the ruins of a convent.

Milan is rich in history and has beautiful old architecture.

Pena Palace, a storybook-like castle perched on a hill in the Sintra Mountains is an amazing sight. This was the summer residence for the Portuguese royal family, opened in 1854, and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Lisbon is a vibrant city with centuries-old winding cobblestone streets, stairs and hills leading to neighborhoods dotting the skyline.

This UNESCO World Heritage site was built in gratitude for the glorious Portuguese victory over the Spanish in 1385, in the Battle of Aljubarrota.

Bolsa Palace is the Stock Exchange Palace in Porto, Portugal. The Palace was built in the 19th century by the city’s Commercial Association and is located in the Infante D. Henrique Square in the historical center of Porto and is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Scone Palace is the family home of the Earls of Mansfield and the crowning place of Scottish kings. The interior of the palace is furnished and loaded with family memorabilia.

Fatima is town in central Portugal, known primarily for its religious significance in the Catholic faith.

The vibrant northern Portugal city of Porto offers a blend of history, culture and cuisine.

Located in downtown Porto, you will find what appears to be an enormous church, but it is actually three different buildings.

Porto Cathedral was started in the 12th century, and reached the size it is today in the 13th century, with the cloisters being added in the 14th century.

The groundbreaking was on March 19, 1882 and the construction will continue well into 2026, and the building facade design is taken from the holy scriptures and nature as models. When completed, the building will have eighteen towers.

The caves and beaches of Lagos are best seen by from the water, so taking a boat tour will offer you a unique perspective of the Algarve’s rugged coastline.

Today, the villa tells the story of over three centuries of great collections set on a property of botanical gardens with walking trails on the shores of Lake Como in Tremezzo.

The peaceful former fishing town of Varenna is located on the eastern shore of Lake Como, Italy. You can walk the charming little streets, alleys and stairways leading to the interior of the village.