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Thanksgiving is a good time to explore England's Boston
The St. Botolph church in the middle of the English city of Boston in Lincolnshire affords some lovely views.<br>iStock
The St. Botolph church in the middle of the English city of Boston in Lincolnshire affords some lovely views.<br>iStock

Long before there was a Boston in Massachusetts, a settlement of the same name arose along the eastern coast of England. The United Kingdom’s Boston, today a city of about 35,000 inhabitants in the county of Lincolnshire in the East Midlands, was by the 12th century already a lively market town. Its name references St. Botolph, an Anglo-Saxon monk reputed to have passed through the area centuries previously.

At the 3 Vallees ski area in France, 370 miles of pistes await.<br>iStock
At the 3 Vallees ski area in France, 370 miles of pistes await.<br>iStock

Alpine skiing delayed this season, but perhaps not denied

As the first snows of early winter begin to fall, skiers across Europe are wondering how soon they will be able to indulge in their favorite sport. While it’s still too early to predict how the ski season of 2020-2021 will pan out, we can hope that through a mix of COVID-fighting measures such as caps on the numbers of skiers to the restriction of apres ski gatherings, a snowy day in the Alps might yet be yours.

France’s Millau Viaduct is 1.5 miles long, and at 1,104 feet it’s the tallest bridge in the world.<br>iStock
France’s Millau Viaduct is 1.5 miles long, and at 1,104 feet it’s the tallest bridge in the world.<br>iStock

Make these engineering marvels your next travel goal

Do soaring bridges, deep tunnels, improbable outlooks and other amazing builds float your boat? From transportation solutions to tourist attractions, you don’t have to be in the United States Army Corps of Engineers to appreciate some of Europe’s superlative construction projects.

Aceto Balsamico di Modena is a prized type of balsamic vinegar from the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy.<br>Getty Images/iStockphoto
Aceto Balsamico di Modena is a prized type of balsamic vinegar from the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy.<br>Getty Images/iStockphoto

Eat your way from top to toe with these Italian specialties

Italian food is wildly popular throughout the world, but spaghetti and pizza make up only a tiny fraction of the thousands of sweet and savory dishes a visitor to Italy might wish to sample. The country acknowledges the value of its culinary traditions highly enough to grant certain products protection and safeguarding by legal means.

Salt deposits have been central to Austria’s Hallstatt for millennia.<br>iStock
Salt deposits have been central to Austria’s Hallstatt for millennia.<br>iStock

Cultural landscapes of UNESCO are products of man, nature

Of all the well-recognized labels a monument, city or landscape can bear, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Site designation is among the most prestigious. When a property is recognized as such, travel and tourism content creators are generally quick to highlight its vaunted status as a landmark that a highly respected international body has deemed to be of outstanding value to humanity and worthy of preservation.

Yoga in Spain is a healthful vacation option.<br>iStock
Yoga in Spain is a healthful vacation option.<br>iStock

Make fitness your focus at these travel destinations

Looking for a vacation devoted to physically challenging pursuits? Use your precious time off gaining proficiency in the sport or discipline of your choice under expert guidance. Here is just a smattering of some sporty undertakings that could make for a fitness-oriented holiday.

The Battle of Austerlitz from 1805 is regularly re-enacted near Tvarozna, Czech Republic. This year, the date is Nov. 27-29.<br>iStock
The Battle of Austerlitz from 1805 is regularly re-enacted near Tvarozna, Czech Republic. This year, the date is Nov. 27-29.<br>iStock

Sites, events across Europe commemorate Napoleon’s exploits

Napoleon Bonaparte is one of the most celebrated, yet controversial, leaders in human history. Following in the footsteps of “Le Petit Caporal” leads to a number of fascinating museums, battlegrounds and monuments recalling his sway across the continent.

Buildings in the town of Matera, including the Santa Maria de Idris church, are hewn out of the rock in the Basilicata region of Italy.<br>Getty Images/iStock
Buildings in the town of Matera, including the Santa Maria de Idris church, are hewn out of the rock in the Basilicata region of Italy.<br>Getty Images/iStock

Perfect October days in 2 idyllic southern locations

When conditions are again favorable, here are two great places for an October weekend getaway in southern Europe, and some interesting things to do once you get there.

People cool off in the shallows June 29 at the beach in Barcelona, Spain. There are many spots in Europe where beaches lie close to city outings. <br>Emilio Morenatti/AP
People cool off in the shallows June 29 at the beach in Barcelona, Spain. There are many spots in Europe where beaches lie close to city outings. <br>Emilio Morenatti/AP

City breaks or beach-bumming? Go for both!

With the newfound freedom of the summer holidays comes a dilemma as old as the ages: a vacation full of culture and architectural wonders, or lazy days on the shore, sand between the toes? Choose your city break wisely and yes, both can be yours.

Denmark's largest chocolate festival takes place in Copenhagen Feb. 29-March 1. Included are tastings, lectures, demos and workshops. <br>chokoladeselskabet.dk
Denmark's largest chocolate festival takes place in Copenhagen Feb. 29-March 1. Included are tastings, lectures, demos and workshops. <br>chokoladeselskabet.dk

Europe Traveler's event picks for Feb. 28-March 1

Now's the time to start planning your weekend. Here's a list of top events happening around Europe on Feb. 28 and beyond:

The Accordion Festival comes to Vienna, Austria, starting on Feb. 22. <br>akkordeonfestival.at
The Accordion Festival comes to Vienna, Austria, starting on Feb. 22. <br>akkordeonfestival.at

Europe Traveler's event picks for Feb. 20-22

It's time to start planning your weekend. Here's a list of top events happening around Europe on Feb. 20 and beyond:

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