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Ideal EID gateways : 3 Magnificent European Cities

Eid ul Ajha provides an easy opportunity to embark on an all-new travel quest, as there is a long holiday awaiting us all. This Eid season, a gateway to several European cities would not only augment your travel experiences but also gratify you while you have planned to enjoy a great vacation. Colors’ Mustahsin Labib consuled individuals who have traveled extensively to Europe, consulted ace travel agencies as well as vast digital sources.

We have thought up a list of three magnificent cities for you to go and spend three to four days and have listed the best choices for your itineraries as well as places for authentic cuisines. Rome, the Eternal city, Paris, the city of Light and Amsterdam, the Venice of the North will greet you with open arms on a budget friendly venture. From peerless parks to hands-on-museums and refreshingly affordable food, these major European cities “welcome!” families with children who are willing to go out on a jaunt this Eid.
First off, you will need a visa, and even before that you need to fix which city you want to travel to: Rome, Paris or Amsterdam. Then you have to visit the embassy of Italy, France or Netherlands to avail visa.
The type of visa required to visit European countries is Schengen Visa. The processing time can vary from seven to 12 working days depending on the visa policy set up with Bangladesh. VFS Global is operational in Bangladesh. You can go and meet them in Delta Tower (Gulshan 2). They will provide all necessary information. After you have acquired a visa, you can simply book your flight, hotel and begin sightseeing using multiple web-based platforms.
To save on sightseeing, book in advance through internet by researching on Kayak, Expedia, Tripadvisor, Sygic Travel Trip Planner, Google Trips and consider buying the multi-attraction discount passes most cities offer. If a traditional hotel room is too pricey for your brood, or leaves you wanting for the comforts of home, rent an apartment through Airbnb or HomeAway; owners typically leave their “must-see” list and restaurant recommendations so you’ll have a truly local experience — especially if you download a few apps before departure.
On the other hand, we have plenty of top-notch travel agencies nowadays: Tripooly, Cosmos Holidays, Amazingtoursbd and so on. You can simply contact them and they will arrange for your customized tour. They will do the visa processing, book the flights, hotel and make you great itineraries.
The top travel websites and apps such as Airbnb, HomeAway, Hotels.com, Booking.com, Kayak, Expedia, Skyscanner, Tripadvisor, Sygic Travel Trip Planner, Google Trips, Zomato, Yelp will definitely give you a greater insight on your travels. Make sure you have Uber, Google Maps, Citymapper, Foursquare, Google Translate in your phone. They would definitely come in handy in the mean time.

Rome

The Eternal City that has kept up its allure. Skyscanner’s examination demonstrates that lower living expenses in the Italian capital make the general cost significantly less expensive. The minimal effort of inns and the best espresso on the planet give the ideal base from which to take in this old city’s amazing magnificence, allowed to see every step of the way, from the littlest subtle elements to the most fantastic of landmarks.
No family trip to Rome is complete without a visit to the Colosseum or looking up at Michelangelo’s masterpiece on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel. Splash in the Trevi Fountain, climb the Spanish Steps, and enjoy a gelato in one of the city’s many central piazzas.
Pizza is plentiful but if you want an insider’s look at the Rome’s food scene takes one of Elizabeth Minchilli’s food tours. In case one gelato just isn’t enough, she offers a two-hour all-gelato tour that’s a favorite with the junior set. After all, Gladiators meet gelato in this city of ancient history and modern cuisine.
If you need a break from the hustle and bustle of the city, take a day trip to Ostia Antica. Once Rome’s harbor city, it’s now a maze of ruins that evokes Pompeii, providing ample wandering of ancient alleys and passageways. Spend an afternoon exploring the remnant rooftops, storefronts and latrines — of which kids of all ages always get a kick out.
You can easily book The Residence Barberini on Booking.com. It has spacious rooms by Roman standards and is at a walking distance from many attractions including the Spanish Steps and Trevi Fountain.
Use restaurant locating apps like Yelp or Zomato to find the best food. For the best carbonara in town, go where the locals go: Perilli in the Testaccioa neighborhood. For a great lunch after a morning of sightseeing, go to Nerone and try to nab an outdoor table with a view of the Colosseum. For more data visit www.turismoroma.it.

Paris

Surprisingly falling in the affordable half of the table, Paris makes up for relatively inexpensive hotel stays with cheaper flights. Getting around will take some planning, as there are fairly large distances to cover in this major capital city. However, its civic-mindedness comes to the aid of travelers with pleasant parks, historic districts, markets, cemeteries and riverfront walkways all alternatives to wallet-sapping attractions. Some major sites, like the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Sacre Coeur basilica, are also free of charge. Paris isn’t just for romantics in the spring; it’s for everyone, all year long. Kids will love the boulangeries on every corner. It is easy to navigate the metro and catching a view of the Eiffel Tower from vistas around the city.
Take on the Louvre on your first trip. You could spend the whole day at Jardin Luxembourg, which in addition to a stunning palace built in 1612 by Marie de Medici boasts modern-day delights including peddle cars for racing and toy boats for sailing, not to mention a playground with zip lines and an Eiffel Tower bungee for your pint-size thrill seekers. For a more gentile ascent, climb the 300 steps to the top of Sacre Coeur for a view of the city that is magnifique.
Anywhere and everywhere’ it’s hard to go wrong in Paris! Pick a local café in the morning and neighborhood bistro at night. If you want an atypical but memorable experience, visit the quirky Le Refuge des Fondue after climbing those steps to Sacre Coeur. For more info, visit en.parisinfo.com.

Amsterdam

Older kids will appreciate the history of the Anne Frank Museum while kids of all ages will find something of interest at the Van Gogh Museum; just be sure to buy your tickets in advance to avoid the long lines.

Fortunately, a compact centre, picturesque canals and an abundance of street art make sightseeing free and almost effortless in Venice of the North. Do your research and you’ll find free walking tours, boat trips and some free museums in Kayak, Expedia, Tripadvisor, Sygic Travel Trip Planner or Google Trips.
Eating is easy and photo options abound in this walkable, bikeable, boat-able city. Patat met (French fries with mayo) will keep hunger at bay as you take in the sights, possibly stopping to smile in an oversize Dutch clog.
Older kids will appreciate the history of the Anne Frank Museum while kids of all ages will find something of interest at the Van Gogh Museum; just be sure to buy your tickets in advance to avoid the long lines. If you visit in the spring, a day trip to Keukenhof to see the tulips in bloom — hundreds of thousands of them — should top your list. Consider a Holland Pass to save time and entry frees to major attractions.
Have a steak with the locals at Café Loetje in the Museum Quarter neighborhood. They don’t take reservations (or cash!) but it’s well worth the wait – especially if you can get a table on the patio. For more info, visit www.iamsterdam.com.

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