• Italy!

    Italy: Rome' historic buildings. Go Now!

    Italy
    Crumbling buildings in Rome (pictured) only add to the atmosphere in a country where old is redefined and western civilization begins. Explore Italy!

  • Ireland!

    Ireland: Cliffs of Moher! Go Now!

    Ireland
    The Emerald Isle is world famous for its landscapes, foods, beers, and culture. Explore Ireland!

  • Albania!

    Albania: Village of Theth! Go Now!

    Albania
    Albania is unique in Europe, starting with its Muslim heritage, but expanding to include food, culture, and even its natural beauty. Explore Albania!

  • Armenia!

    Armenia: Noravank Monastery. Go Now!

    Armenia
    With a unique language, foods, architecture, and identity, Armenia is a fascinating country and culture unlike no other in the world. Begin Your Journey!

  • Switzerland!

    Switzerland: The Matterhorn. Go Now!

    Switzerland
    This mountainous country unites ethnic Germans, French, and Italians; making it home to a number of diverse cultures. Go Now!

  • Latvia!

    Latvia: Art Nouveau in Riga. Go Now!

    Latvia
    Latvia is small, but has a diverse history, foods, and architecture (shown), which includes aspects from both Eastern and Western Europe. Begin Your Journey!

Sources & Special Thanks for Ukraine

WARNING: Ukraine is politically unstable, please read this travel warning before going!

Bibliographical Resources

-Bedford, Neal, et. al. Eastern Europe, 7th Edition. Lonely Planet Publications. Melbourne, Australia. 2003.
-Dodge, Justin. Research Trip. February 14-15, 2004.
-Dodge, Justin. Research Trip. March 29-30, 2004.
-Dodge, Justin. Research Trip. April 14-18, 2004.
-Dodge, Justin. Research Trip. August 27-28, 2005.
-Encyclopedia Britannica. Ukraine. DVD. 2004.
-Hudson, John C, and Edward B Espenshade, Jr., Editors. Goode's World Atlas, 20th Edition. Rand McNally. 1995.
-Magocsi, Paul Robert. Historical Atlas of Central Europe. University of Washington Press. Seattle, WA U.S.A. 2002
-McKnight, Tom, ed. Geographica: The Complete Illustrated Atlas of the World. Barnes & Noble, Inc. 2002.
-www.albireo.ch
-www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/
-www.lonelyplanet.com/ukraine/work-study-volunteering/work
-www.ukraine.com
-www.weather.com
-www.wikipedia.org

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