Discover Northern Ireland
Discover Northern Ireland with UK Travel Designers!
A fantastic destination in it’s own right or to be combined with tours to the Republic of Ireland, Scotland or England. Northern Ireland is the country that built the Titanic, has the world–famous Giants Causeway and screen tourism offering links to the world’s most popular television show Games of Thrones ©.
Discover Celtic and Christian monuments, Norman Castles and wonderful cities with rich musical heritages such as Belfast and Derry/Londonderry. A Chance to perform in historic Churches and Cathedrals, concert halls and friendly exchange concerts with local performance groups.
Why to visit Slovenia
Slovenia sports an incredible natural diversity unmatched in many countries twice its size. It's the only European country which connects the Alps, the Mediterranean, the Karst, and the Pannonian Plain in manageable distances and has always been at the crossroads of Mediterranean, Germanic and Slavic cultures which have left their marks on the country today.
Powerful waterfalls, mighty peaks, picturesque landscapes, dreamy meadows, breath taking underground mysteries, sweeping vineyards, and lovely coastline are just some of the attractions enveloped into this tiny country which is almost exactly the size of Wales or Massachusetts.
Slovenia's capital and largest city also happens to be one of Europe's greenest and most liveable capitals. It is no coincidence that its name Ljubljana sounds like »the beloved one« in Slovenian. Indeed, the European Commission awarded Ljubljana with the coveted Green Capital of Europe title for 2016. Car traffic is restricted in the centre, leaving the leafy banks of the emerald-green Ljubljanica River, which flows through the city's heart, free for pedestrians and cyclists. Located in the heart of the city, one can find a stunning mediaeval castle overlooking both sides of the river where, the legend says, the Greek hero Jason defeated Ljubljana ‘s dragon.
Portorož and Piran, two beautiful towns are offering a truly authentic cultural composition of the Mediterranean flair, fascinating history and inspiring modernity.
From sailing in the Adriatic Sea and kayaking through the Fonda Fish Garden, to truffle hunting and wine tasting, exploring natural and cultural heritage of the Mediterranean region, or just relaxing in one of the spas along the coast. Everybody will find what he’s looking for.
Every corner of Slovenia seems to contain something magical, which also includes the Green Karst region which is kind of a micro cosmos within this nation. The Karst, a plateau in the southwest of Slovenia, is nestled b
Discover Ireland
Let UK Travel Designers show you Ireland. Famous for its pastoral countryside, thatched cottages, pubs, music, wit, charming towns, castles and a capital city steeped in history yet vibrates with youthful energy. Dublin boasts medieval, Georgian and modern architecture which provides the backdrop to a friendly city with a thriving cultural heritage.
We can include visits to locations along the wild Atlantic Way or Ireland’s Ancient East and all points in-between. Using our many years of experience and local contacts you will have the opportunity to perform in many wonderful locations such as historic Cathedrals, local community churches, professional concert halls, local arts centres, outdoor venues with the possibility of friendship concerts with local ensembles.
A Tour through Austria
Like a well-orchestrated symphony, Austria strikes a chord with its impressive Habsburg palaces, baroque abbeys and picturesque landscapes. One day you’re cresting alpine summits, the next you’re strolling around imperial Vienna.
Located at the very heart of Europe, Austria is bordered by the Czech Republic and Germany to the north, Hungary and Slovakia to the east, Slovenia and Italy to the south, and Switzerland and Liechtenstein to the west. Even though the country’s official language is German, the majority of the population speaks local Austrian dialects of German as their native language.
Whether in Graz, Innsbruck or Vienna: you encounter the legacy of Austria’s imperial past wherever you go in this country – but nowhere, of course, in such concentration as in the country’s capital, where you can sense this grand imperial atmosphere even when visiting one of the city’s many historic coffeehouses. Vienna can boast two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the historic city centre and the Baroque ensemble of Schönbrunn Palace and its grounds. One can find art treasures and magnificent buildings all over the former imperial capital and the work of “classical pop stars” such as Mozart, Strauss, Mahler, Haydn and Schubert echo as loudly as ever at lavishly gilded concert halls.
Salzburg holds a soft-spot for many international visitors in part due to one of the world’s most beloved musicals “The Sound of Music”, but more rightly so because this UNESCO-recognised city truly stands out for its baroque architecture and a music scene dominated by its most famous son, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. With a culturally vibrant festival scene, including the famous Salzburg Festival, Salzburg also waltzes between its green setting surrounded by a natural landscape with plenty of nearby mountain and lakes scenery.
Apart from its impressive cities, Austria's lyrical landscapes reach beyond the snowy realms of the Alps. Trace the meandering Danube through the Wor
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