Personalized trips.

Marrakesh

Explore the UNESCO-listed medina with Koutoubia Minaret, Bahia Palace, and the lively Jamaa el Fna square filled with storytellers, snake charmers, and street food. Discover bustling souks, artisan workshops, and ancient healing products.

Don't Miss: Day trip to the Atlas Mountains for dramatic landscapes, local villages, waterfalls, and trekking tours.

Fes

Morocco's ancient city known for beautiful pottery and Medersas. Wander labyrinthine streets, marvel at intricate mosque architecture, and shop in historic souks.

Casablanca

Morocco's economic powerhouse blending Arab-Muslim heritage with colonial architecture.

Must See: Hassan II Mosque (world's tallest minaret), Art Deco District, La Corniche seaside promenade.

Chefchaouen

The enchanting "blue pearl" city with ancient homes painted entirely in blue, unique handmade gifts, and the iconic orange juice stand.

Lisbon - The Engrossing Capital

Portugal's hilly capital effortlessly combines traditional heritage with modern charm.

Must See Places:

• Belém Tower - UNESCO World Heritage Site, known as what the Eiffel Tower is to Paris, featuring a unique design with a striking bastion extending over the river.
• Alfama District - The historic neighborhood with narrow cobblestone streets, traditional Fado music venues, and stunning viewpoints.
• Pastéis de Belém - Home of the famous Portuguese custard tart (pastel de nata).

Porto - Riverside Charm

Porto is Portugal's second-largest city laced with narrow pedestrian lanes, baroque churches and café-dotted plazas leading down to the Douro River.

Must See:

• Ribeira District - UNESCO World Heritage waterfront with colorful buildings
• Dom Luís I Bridge - Iconic double-deck metal arch bridge. Try the yummiest cheesy potatoes known as Pastel de Bacalhau at the iconic Casa Portuguesa
• Port Wine Cellars - Vila Nova de Gaia across the river hosts centuries-old port wineries where you can taste world-famous port wine (Taylor's and Ferreira are particularly recommended)
• World of Wine - Museum complex exploring Portuguese identity and port wine history

Sintra - Fairytale Palaces

Wandering the ancient streets of Sintra is enchanting at any time of year, but extremely bustling during festivals like medieval fairs or Folio, Portugal's biggest international literature festival.

Must Visit:

• Pena Palace - Colorful romantic palace with whimsical architecture
• Quinta da Regaleira - Estate with impressive gardens, fountains, tunnels, and mysterious wells
• Moorish Castle - 8th-century fortress offering panoramic views
• Monserrate Palace - Grand palace with romantic gardens

Fátima - Portugal's Sacred Pilgrimage Town

About 55 miles north of Lisbon, Fátima is one of the world's most important Catholic pilgrimage sites. This small town with around 11,000 residents welcomes millions of visitors annually due to the miraculous events that occurred there in 1917.

The Miracle of the Sun

The apparitions culminated on October 13, 1917, with the famous "Miracle of the Sun" event. A crowd estimated between 30,000 to 70,000 people gathered and reportedly witnessed the promised miracle. This event transformed the obscure village into a major pilgrimage destination almost overnight.

Barcelona - Gaudí's Masterpiece City

Spain's most visited city showcases unique Modernist architecture and Mediterranean charm.

Top Attractions:

• Sagrada Familia - #1 visited site in Spain with over 3 million visitors annually. Gaudí's unfinished Roman Catholic temple is unlike any other building in the world, with work beginning in 1882.
• Park Güell - Whimsical park with colorful mosaics and city views
• Casa Batlló & La Pedrera - Fantastical Gaudí buildings from 1904-1910 featuring playful facades and marine-world inspired designs
• Las Ramblas - Famous tree-lined pedestrian street with local shops, cafés, street performers

Madrid - Museums and Grand Palaces

One of the largest cosmopolitan cities in Europe filled with top museums, art galleries, historical sites and grand palaces.

Must See:

• Museo del Prado - One of the world's greatest art museums featuring European masterpieces from 12th-19th centuries
• Reina Sofía Museum - Home to Picasso's Guernica, plus major works by Dalí and Miró
• Royal Palace - One of Europe's largest royal palaces with 2,000+ rooms, 50 open to public. Weekly changing of Guard every Wednesday and Saturday
• Retiro Park - UNESCO World Heritage Site covering 300 acres
• Mercado de San Miguel - Famous food market for gourmet tapas and wine
• Churros con Chocolate at Chocolatería San Ginés - Serving churros since 1894!

Seville - Heart of Andalusia

Attracting visitors with stunning Moorish architecture, vibrant flamenco culture, delicious tapas.

Top Attractions:

• Real Alcázar - UNESCO World Heritage Site. One of Europe's finest historic palaces with elegant palaces, fountain-filled patios, lavish gardens. Game of Thrones was filmed here!
• Seville Cathedral - World's largest Gothic cathedral with tomb of Christopher Columbus
• La Giralda Tower - Iconic bell tower with city views. Ramps instead of stairs!
• Barrio Santa Cruz - Jewish Quarter with jasmine-scented alleyways, whitewashed houses, hidden plazas

Granada - Moorish Splendor

The Alhambra - UNESCO World Heritage Site

Second most visited site in Europe! Book tickets ahead - always sold out!

• Nasrid Palaces - Most brilliant Islamic building in Europe with Patio de los Leones, intricate stucco work
• Generalife Gardens - Summer Palace with romantic gardens, fountains, cypress trees
• Alcazaba Fortress - 13th-century military fortress with panoramic views

Other Must See:

• Albayzín Neighborhood - UNESCO World Heritage Site, old Moorish quarter
• Sacromonte - Cave District with authentic flamenco performances

Istanbul - Where East Meets West

Spanning two continents across the Bosphorus Strait. Over 2,500 years of history as capital of Byzantine and Ottoman empires.

Top Historic Monuments:

• Hagia Sophia - #1 Must-See! Built in 360 as orthodox church, converted to mosque in 1453. Massive dome, intricate mosaics. Prime example of Byzantine and Islamic architecture coexisting
• Blue Mosque - Turkey's largest functioning mosque built in 1609 using 20,000+ handmade ceramic tiles. Six minarets and cascading domes
• Topkapı Palace - UNESCO World Heritage Site where sultans resided 1465-1830. Features The Harem, Imperial Treasury with famous Topkapı Dagger and Spoonmaker's Diamond
• Basilica Cistern - Underground palace with 336 columns. Don't miss the two Medusa heads!

Vibrant Markets:

• Grand Bazaar - One of largest covered markets with 61 streets and 4,000+ shops. Carpets, ceramics, jewelry, spices. Always bargain!
• Spice Bazaar - Turkish delight, dried fruit, nuts, herbs, spices

Must-Do Experiences:

• Bosphorus Cruise - Cruise between Europe and Asia, passing Ottoman palaces. Sunset cruises particularly magical
• Turkish Baths (Hammam) - Traditional cleansing ritual with steamy chambers, marble slabs, exfoliation, massage

Cappadocia - Fairy Chimneys & Cave Living

Surreal lunar landscape of fairy chimneys, cave dwellings, underground cities, Byzantine rock-cut churches. UNESCO World Heritage region.

• Hot Air Balloon Rides - Watch morning sun with sky full of balloons. Many hotels serve breakfast on rooftop!

Pamukkale - Cotton Castle

Dazzling white calcite cliff created by calcium deposits from hot springs. Travertines have pastel blue waters. Walk barefoot in warm thermal baths!

Athens - Ancient Glory

Must See:

• Acropolis & Parthenon - Crown jewels dominating the skyline with breathtaking views
• Acropolis Museum - Original sculptures and artifacts
• Ancient Agora - Where Socrates once walked
• Temple of Olympian Zeus - Took 700 years to complete
• Panathenaic Stadium - Built entirely of marble, hosted first modern Olympics in 1896

Museums:

• National Archaeological Museum - World's finest collection of ancient Greek artifacts
• Benaki Museum - Greek culture from prehistory to modern times

Charming Neighborhoods:

• Plaka - Winding streets beneath Acropolis, perfect for dining with views
• Monastiraki - Flea markets and street food

Rome - The Eternal City

Founded in 753 BC! Overflows with ancient wonders.

Must See:

• Colosseum - Famous for gladiator fights
• Roman Forum - Ancient Rome's center
• Pantheon - Remarkably preserved ancient temple
• Vatican City - St. Peter's Basilica, Sistine Chapel with Michelangelo's frescoes
• Trevi Fountain - Toss a coin to return one day
• Borghese Gardens - Beautiful park with Borghese Gallery

Roman Food Must Try:

Carbonara, cacio e pepe, supplì, artichokes Roman-style, gelato!

Florence - Birthplace of Renaissance

Must See:

• Accademia Gallery - Michelangelo's David
• Duomo - Climb the dome for city views
• Uffizi Gallery - Masterpieces by Botticelli and Leonardo da Vinci
• Ponte Vecchio - Historic bridge with artists, musicians, jewelry shops

Food & Wine: Home of Affogato, Florentine steaks, Paninis. Visit Tuscan wineries!

Venice - The Floating City

Streets replaced by canals, cars by gondolas!

Must See:

• St. Mark's Square & Basilica - Stunning Byzantine architecture
• Doge's Palace - Reveals Venetian history
• Venetian Glass Factories - Experience hand-blown glass making

Buy souvenirs: Masquerade masks, Venetian glass!

Milan - Fashion Capital

• Gothic Duomo - Magnificent cathedral
• Leonardo da Vinci's "The Last Supper"
• Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II - High-end shopping. Enjoy the best Espresso!