Close your eyes and think:“Olso.” Quick! What comes to your mind? Henrik Ibsen? Thor Heyerdahl? Vikings? Nobel Peace Prize? Oslo is all of these things and so much more.

One of the first best sellers of the 21st century was Dan Brown’ “The DaVinci Code”, part thriller, part conspiracy and a whole lot of action thinly covered with illusions to religious history, the book has something for almost everyone, including the arm chair traveller and those ready to explore

For centuries religou pilgrims have sought accommodation in convents or monasteries. Today's 21st century traveller sill has that option. Low prices, good food, comfortable beds and quiet settings make staying in a religous guest house an excellent and affordale option for the traveller.

Every year, for more than two millennia, religious pilgrims have been flocking to Rome to visit the heart of Christianity, and perhaps, to see the Pope and receive a Papal blessing. Why not experience this for yourself?

It is true! The best things in life can be free. Especially in London. The legendary pageantry, history, art and so much more can be experienced without spending a cent in this fabulous city.

Speed with style could be the new slogan for Europe’s rail system. It’s never been easier, more cost efficient or eco savvy than now to travel Europe by train.