UnTourists Jerry and Deena Koffler have traveled with us at least 18 times, sometimes taking more than one trip per year. They are worldly, curious, and up for adventures, whether they find themselves combining UnTours regions in a sampler or sailing off on far-flung adventures on an UnTours Venture. They recently shared their photos of…
Barcelona boasts the biggest network of municipal markets in Europe, with over 40 food markets and 6 non-food markets. The importance of the modern market in Barcelona dates back to the 19th century when the first covered markets were built. Since then, markets have come to be thought of as vital public spaces. Each…
Two-time UnTourists, James and Alice Wootton have been generous enough to share their photos and stories from their recent UnTour in the Netherlands. While Italy, Greece and France have reputations for some of the best food in Europe, often times the Netherlands is overlooked. Well look no further to see proof that there is good…
Ahh les marchés, what could be more French than open-air markets? From fresh produce to fish and game to antiques and local artisanal products, every neighborhood has its own. You’ll mix with locals, pick up a little slang and certainly test your mental arithmetic when calculating whether that round of chèvre is a bargain or…
There’s so much to see and do in France. Here’s our French Bucket List, a good place to begin. Strasbourg Centrally placed on the border of France and Germany, and an hour north of Switzerland, Strasbourg is truly a European epicenter. It is the official seat of the European Parliament, home to the Council of Europe…
Seven Surely Satisfying Eats in Shoreditch and Spitalfields. Now say that 5 times fast. Or better yet, stop talking and start eating. Here is some excellent local intelligence to get you started, enjoying the culinary scene of one of London‘s best neighborhoods for food. Rosa’s Cosy Thai Cuisine see website for individual location details If…
Never Bored in the Netherlands: Top Nine Towns to Visit in Holland Tucked between Germany and Belgium the happy country of Holland has quite a lot to offer. Alkmaar Known for its centuries-old cheese market, Alkmaar specializes in cheese but also hosts many fun museums. From the Dutch Cheese Museum, the Beatles Museum and the…
First of all, “Swiss Cheese” is not really a kind of cheese in Switzerland. What the outside world calls Swiss cheese is usually a close relative to what is known, in Switzerland, as Emmentaler cheese. And it’s most distinctive quality is its holes. So, go on your Swiss UnTour prepared with the knowledge that not…
One definition of culture that I have always liked is: Culture is groups of people solving problems over time. ) And no where is that more ably illustrated than the answer to a seemingly simple question: Why do the Swiss make cheese? Find more photos like this on UnTours Cafe There are many cultures that…