The following is a first-hand account of a visit to the city of Arras and Canadian war memorial at Vimy Ridge, set the day after Remembrance Day years ago. Follow …
Continental’s Countries
Use Continental’s Countries for all your travel needs including the best destinations, history, culture, and currency information. Just select your country (or territory in some cases) below and start exploring! You can …
Travel Diaries: Discover the World
In our ever growing collection of Travel Guides and Country Profiles, we’ve journeyed far and wide, uncovering history, culture, and the world’s best destinations. It’s important however to not lose sight of …
5 Valentine’s Day Traditions Abroad
Here in North America, Valentine’s Day has become one of the most well established holidays on the yearly calendar. When February 14th rolls around, couples know it’s time to buy …
Old European Currencies
In 1999, the euro was born. In 2002, notes and coins entered circulation and began to replace the former currencies. After being ravaged by war in the 20th century, the …
6 cities taking steps to go green
Around the world, we all still have a long way to go in the protection and conservation of our environment. However, many individuals, cities, and countries are beginning to make …
8 Father’s Day Trips
Buying Dad a Father’s Day gift is one of life’s many challenges. You ask him what he wants, he says “nothing.” You’ve probably bought him too many neckties already (that …
The Best Museums in Europe
Without question, in terms of the quantity and quality of its museums, Europe leads the world. If you are one of those people for whom the term travel is synonymous …
What currencies are no longer used?
Throughout history there have been many forms of currency used and accepted around the world. While some currencies, like the British pound, hold a long and illustrious history, a great …
The Battle of Vimy Ridge
Today marks the 101st anniversary of the start of the Battle of Vimy Ridge. As a part of the larger Battle of Arras in World War I, Vimy marked an …