One of my all-time favorite parts of traveling is experiencing the local café culture and brewed coffee in each new place that I visit. For us coffee aficionados, a quality caffeinated brew is a must-have when travelling; whether a short… Read More
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Planning a Trip to Holland? Learn about the Dutch Klompen, or Clogs
Klompen, or wooden shoes, are a well-known Dutch tradition, much like tulips and windmills. Exactly when the first wooden shoes were created and by who is a mystery, and will more than likely remain so forever. The oldest wooden shoe… Read More
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If you travel to Amsterdam, the Rijksmuseum is a must!
Rijksmuseum Reinvented Highly sought out as a top tourist destination in Europe, Amsterdam is the epitome of Dutch art and culture. Holland has produced some of the most famous artwork in history- and the building that houses its masterpieces has… Read More
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Film-Induced Tourism in London: Harry Potter, Downton Abbey, and Sherlock
On your mark….get ready….”set-jet” to London! When you picture London, what images pop into your mind? Some may see Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, or the London Eye, but I’m willing to bet a good number of you immediately imagine gazing… Read More
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Get to know the Tour Directors that make AESU European Trips Special!
Tour Director Spotlight – Meet Andreas! AESU is very proud of our Tour Directors. They are native Europeans who speak multiple languages and are well versed in European history and culture. Our spring/summer tour season is quickly approaching, and our… Read More
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A Brief History of the Eiffel Tower by AESU, Your Travel Experts
The Eiffel Tower… The mere mention of its name invokes a feeling of romance and the thrill of Paris. It is easily one of the most identifiable structures in the entire world. When you go to Paris for the first… Read More
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Packing Tips From AESU, Your Travel Experts
Have you booked your AESU trip to Europe yet? If not, you better hurry before your spot is taken! If you have, congrats for taking the first step, because now it is time to buckle down and start thinking about… Read More
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Optional European Excursions with AESU
AESU’s tours are created with YOU in mind. We understand that you have specific things that you want to see while you’re on your tour. We make sure that the schedule has a good balance of planned activities and free… Read More
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The Beautiful Gardens of London
If London is on the top of your travel bucket list, and you want to check a World Heritage Site off your travel checklist, consider an excursion to the world’s most famous garden- Kew Gardens in Richmond. Over 30,000 plant… Read More
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Exploring Paris and The Gardens of Versailles
Spring is quickly approaching, which means flowers will be blooming soon. Don’t you want to go to France this spring to see the lovely gardens of Versailles? The gardens were commissioned by Louis XIV in 1661. It took forty years… Read More