Europe

The land of Kings and Castles with centuries of colorful history, art and culture, Europe is eternally attractive to travelers thanks to its storied capitals, picturesque countryside and refined lifestyle. “Across the pond,” the British Isles are a great place to start exploring. Here is where you can enjoy everything from London’s bustling neighborhoods, quaint lanes and Queen’s residences, to Scotland’s famed links and lochs. Other must-do experiences include catching a show in London’s West End theatre district, visiting a neighborhood pub and savoring a whisky tour in the Scottish Highlands.

Europe’s capital of wine and gastronomy, France is rightly famous for its cuisine and rich culture. Of course there is ultra-cosmopolitan Paris, a foodie’s paradise brimming with chic bistros and intimate cafes. Culture is in every arrondissement, or district, in the form of museums and galleries, while the shopping is legendary, ranging from weekend flea markets to five-star designer’s ateliers. Then there is Provence and its lavender-scented countryside, the Cote d’Azur’s swank beach towns and in the North, Alpine skiing, all done with typical French flair.

SFX Preferred Resorts brings you more of the best of Europe in other regions such as Switzerland, famous for its alpine skiing, pristine lakes and idyllic mountaintop villages. To the south, Spain and Portugal beckon with their abundant sunshine, Atlantic and Mediterranean beaches, exquisite wine and cuisine, and two of Europe’s most colorful capitals, Madrid and Lisbon.