Lectures from our
in-country Tour Directors.

Prague – A Historical Center of Europe

As a capital of a kingdom for 800 years, the home of one of the oldest universities in Europe (founded 1348), as a center of Jewish life and culture till today, a cradle for Reformation in the Christian church from the 15th to the 17th century, a place of revolution against a brutal dictatorship in 1968 - till the MUST-SEE tourist hot spot today – Prague has a lot to offer!

Rhône Delta: Arles and Van Gogh, Avignon and the Camargue

Roman Classics: A walk from the Colosseum to the Pantheon

Scotland: Monsters, Mountains and Tartan

Scotland: a country with stunning scenery, a history of battles, myths and legends and, of course, good old Nessie, the Loch Ness monster. This talk will dip into the history of the Clans and the tartan they wear. We'll explore some of the scenery we've seen in TV shows and movies. And, maybe we'll find out... does the monster exist?

Scotland: Monsters, Mountains and Tartan - Part 2

Scotland: a country with stunning scenery, a history of battles, myths and legends and, of course, good old Nessie, the Loch Ness monster. This talk will dip into the history of the Clans and the tartan they wear. We'll explore some of the scenery we've seen in TV shows and movies. And, maybe we'll find out... does the monster exist?

Seville, Flamenco, Fiestas and Magic

Join me to discover the treasures of this city, home of flamenco and tradition, and its unique bright atmosphere.

Spanish Soul Food

Since World War II, beans and pulses have slowly but surely fallen out of favor in many western countries, whilst in Spain they have remained very popular, and are still served regularly in homes and restaurants. They frequently appear amongst the options of

Spanish food and traditions

We will be talking about the authentic, unique and typical dishes we enjoy in Spain, especially during our national and local festivities. We will see the origin and history behind each case, and we will discuss the current heritage in our world.

Sports in Spain and Europe

We will see the passion of the Spaniards and Europeans in different sports. We will address the past, present and future situations within sports and discuss the most important aspects. Some biographies and interesting stories will come up!

The Architecture of Madrid

Take a ride through the streets of Madrid with your guide, Luis, as he regales you with tales of the history of the city and its architectural triumphs.

The Bridges and Walls of Munich

History is complex and seems sometimes confusing. Let’s try to make it simple and understand some general aspects. We take a journey through the centuries, look on European maps and take the city of Munich as an example to discover some fundamental rules in the development of European cities, their structures, and urbanization.

The Mystery of Rennes le Château

The real Da Vinci Code.

The Tower of London and its Mysteries, Prisoners and Executions

The Tower of London was built nearly 1000 years ago and, during its time, it has served many purposes. However, it is best known as a prison and place of torture and execution. We will hear about some of its most famous prisoners, including royalty and German spies, as well as details on a few of the 400 executions that took place there. And, of course, what visit to the Tower is complete without the mystery of the two princes?

The World of Bullfighting

We will be talking about this unique, passionate and risky

Tulips and Flower Gardens in the Netherlands

Learn about Tulips, the Tulips Mania in the 1600, why the Netherlands are such a global player as producers and traders of flowers and bulbs, and how the largest flower auction works.

Venice and its Fragile Lagoon Ecosystem

Learn about why and how Venice was built on small islands of the Adriatic lagoon and why it is so important to protect its fragile ecosystem to help this world Heritage site to survive.

Wanderlust

From the fairy-tales that come alive in our forests to the simple thing of Spazierengehen, from the love of outdoor-activities to our environmental movements – what is so special about the relationship between Germans and nature?

Who Was Joan of Arc?

The tale of the Maid of Orléans is a wonderful tale... but it doesn't make sense. Here's why!

„König Fußball regiert die Welt!“ King soccer rules the world!

Germans love sports. It’s not only “soccer” but … almost. With more than 7 million members the “Deutsche Fußball Bund” is the biggest Sport association in the whole world. Let’s find out what makes Fußball so important for us Germans and how this sport changed our country.

Spanish Street Language

It's not what you'd learn from books in school. Learn the functional language of daily life in Spain.

Authentic Italian Cuisine

Learn how simple authentic Italian cuisine really is, the do's and don'ts of eating out in Italy, and the secret to cooking the perfect Italian meal yourself!

Chenonceau Castle - Discovering the Castle's Secrets

Virtual guided visit inside the castle.

London to Edinburgh by Train

All aboard for the classic rail journey that starts at the fantastic Kings Cross Terminal where of course Harry Potter caught the Hogwarts express. We will continue North passing by rolling countryside and the historic Roman town of York. Then onto Newcastle before crossing the border and Hadrians wall before reaching our final destination Edinburgh. Capital of Scotland home to the famous festival castle and so much more.

Martin Luther and the Reformation

How an unknown monk in an unknown town changed the world over 500 years ago! Martin Luther became an Augustinian Monk and was looking for God’s grace for the truth and for answers. To solve the problems, he was sent to Wittenberg in the far north-east of the German territories. There he studied at the new local university and became a professor – but with this - the trouble started!