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.

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.

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.

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

Edinburgh is considered Scotland’s white collared city and has been recognized as the capital of Scotland since the 15th century. It is the second most populated city in Scotland

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 cliffs are visually spectacular against the Atlantic Ocean.

The legend associated with Giant’s Causeway is that it was carved from the coast by the 50-foot tall giant, Finn McCool.

This park is right in the middle of the downtown Edinburgh, and easy to get to.

Monticello was the home of Declaration of Independence author, architect, Governor of Virginia, Ambassador to France, U.S. Vice President, two-term President and Founding Father Thomas Jefferson. Jefferson called Monticello his home from 1770 until his death in 1826.

Naples is a well-known city in southern Italy that has a mix of tattered Old World beauty and modern. There are castles and palaces, monuments and statues. The city’s historic district is on the UNESCO World Heritage Site list.

Madrid is a cheerful and vibrant city at all hours. It is known for its rich history, architecture, late dinners, art and culture. It is diverse and welcoming with every style of neighborhood and culture.

Berlin is a diverse city with a vibrant culture scene. It has both new and historic architecture, monuments and memorial sites commemorating the city’s unique history.

Back in the day, architects, painters and sculptors came to Rome to create the city you will see today. Thankfully, it has not gentrified.

Amsterdam is the capital of the Netherlands and is sometimes referred to as the ‘Venice of the North’ because of the large number of canals, now designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The Amalfi Coast is a group of towns on the rugged southern Italian coast, each town offering something a little different. I think the area is one of the most beautiful parts of the world. Towns nestled in steep cliffs that flow down to the shimmering blue sea.

The Amalfi Coast is a group of towns on the rugged southern Italian coast, each town offering something a little different. I think the area is one of the most beautiful parts of the world. Towns nestled in steep cliffs that flow down to the shimmering blue sea.

Vienna is the capital of Austria and a city full of historical buildings and some of the most astounding palace complexes in the world.

Florence is filled with art, statues, history and architecture that will leave you in awe with possibly a stiff neck.