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Short European Breaks
Many travelers from North America and beyond like the idea of spend time in Europe. That won’t come as a great blow, given that Europe offers a great mixture of history, scenery and people. But how can you decide on which parts of the continent to see?
This article suggests 10 Short European Breaks cities that provide great destinations.
1: Aachen: Aachen was an ancient Roman Spa Town and the home to the court. No fewer than thirty Roman Emperors have been crowned in the city. Destroyed by fire in 1556 the city was rebuilt in Baroque style. At Christmas time, stalls are covered in pretty lights and offer all sorts of delightful produce, confectionary and Christmas gifts. 2. Amsterdam: Just about one of the easiest places on the continent to get to from the UK and one of the best! Amsterdam is famed for its canals lined by wonderful architecture; its laid back and liberal atmosphere; and the quality of the nightlife. Get there by plane, train or automobile, you& are guaranteed a fab time. Amsterdam’s perfect for a special party, short break or super weekend away. 3. Bangkok: Bangkok is surprisingly easy for a short break or weekend away – don’t worry about losing precious time sleeping – you won’t want to! Bangkok Spas and health clubs are at prices to die for, as is the shopping; and all the day and night time activities. 4.Barcelona: Life at its best with the shops and sophistication of Le Ramblas; masses of night clubs and restaurants to choose from; and a much better climate than the UK make a Barcelona weekend ideal for a winter break. 5. Brugge: One of Europe’s best preserved medieval cities is also home to chocolate – which is a good enough reason to go in our book. But it is a lot more – it can be quiet and relaxing but has plenty of opportunities for activities and night life too. 6. Brussels: Lot of fun and a great place for activity weekends as well as sightseeing and cultural trips. It is a modern European capital with all the shopping and facilities that you would expect. 7. Budapest: A beautiful old city with lots of activity options and spas, Budapest deserves a look. And it’s a relatively cheap trip – Budapest prices will make you want to go back again and again! The night life is good, the local’s friendly and the beer cheap. 8. Cologne: A classic European city trip, Cologne is big enough to be truly vibrant and cosmopolitan, but small enough to get to know properly on a short break or weekend. Cologne Cathedral is internationally famous and acts as the focus of a great city centre. 9. Dublin: Tours of the Guinness brewery and trips in the bay to try the famous prawns will set you up for a great night out in the pubs and clubs. Dublin has an atmosphere all of its own and gets under your skin. 10. Koh Samui: It is a fabulous island in the Gulf of Siam – long the favourite of independent travellers who want Thailand without the trash. It has perhaps the best climate in south-east Asia with sea breezes from the gulf keeping the heat and humidity down even in the hot season.
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Brilliant Trips provides UK short breaks don’t have to be boring, and weekend breaks abroad don’t have to be expensive. And also some winning breaks offering exciting activities, great evening entertainment and amazing value for money
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