Region – Central & Eastern Europe

What it feels like to be there…

For many people this region conjures up visions of spy dramas and narrow escapes. The Communist era in the East left behind lots of interesting sights and a few strange practices. But the region’s beautiful landscapes, grand castles and homely food are a recipe for pure enjoyment. Relax and be prepared for exciting surprises!


• AT44-VBS05 Courtesy of Vila Bled

   

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• AT45-VJS02 Courtesy of Victoria Jungfrau

   

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• AT47 St Petersburg Courtesy of Shutterstock

   

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• AT46-TOS06 Courtesy of The Omnia

   

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• AT47-GHP01 Courtesy of Grand Hotel Polyana

   

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• AT47-GHP09 Courtesy of Grand Hotel Polyana

   

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• AT47-RGH06 Courtesy of RODINA Grand Hotel & SPA

   

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• AT47 MIG Courtesy of Shutterstock

   

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• AT46 Matterhorn Courtesy of Shutterstock

   

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• AT46-LCH05 Courtesy of Le Crans Hotel & Spa

   

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• AT45-VJS01 Courtesy of Victoria Jungfrau

   

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• AT45-TCS03 Courtesy of The Cambrian

   

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• AT44-VBS02 Courtesy of Vila Bled

   

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• AT44-VBS01 Courtesy of Vila Bled

   

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• AT44-KDS03 Courtesy of Kendov Dvorek

   

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• AT44-GHT01 Courtesy of Grand Hotel Toplice

   

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Some practical information worth knowing…

This region is easily reached using connecting flights from all the European super-airports. Cheap flights are common even to smaller cities in tourist areas. The road network is generally good.

In the former Communist states, some architecture, infrastructure and furnishing styles look functional or dated to a Western eye. The service style is also often perceived as abrupt because here it is good manners to be unobtrusive, not familiar or hands on.

Visas can usually be obtained on arrival now, but queues can take time. Getting money from bank machines, airports and hotels is largely straightforward, especially in urban areas.

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