Bremen is a relaxed, livable German city that’s perfect for a 2–3 night stay. Arrive easily by rail, explore on foot or by tram, and enjoy the Market Square, Town Musicians statue, St. Peter’s Cathedral, Altstadt walks, and a booked-ahead Beck’s Brewery tour.

See Paris from the water with three unforgettable cruises: the classic Seine River tour with Bateaux Mouches, the intimate Vedettes du Pont-Neuf experience, and the off-the-beaten-path Canal Saint-Martin cruise for a local perspective.

Padua is one of northern Italy’s smartest city breaks, with major art, historic churches, excellent cafes, lower hotel and dining costs than many Italian tourist cities, and easy train day trips to Venice, Vicenza, and Verona.

Discover Salzburg’s top attractions including Sound of Music sites, Mirabell Gardens, Hohensalzburg Fortress, Mozart’s birthplace, Untersberg cable car, historic walking tours, classic Austrian restaurants, famous cafés, and iconic hotels in Austria’s most musical city.

Discover Abbotsford House in the Scottish Borders, the historic home of Sir Walter Scott. Explore grand interiors, rare books, and riverside gardens while stepping into the life and legacy of Scotland’s most influential literary figure.