Regensburg, Germany’s medieval gem, will transport you to a bygone era. The site of both Celtic and Roman settlements, Regensburg flourished in the Middle Ages.

The Isle of Skye rises from Scotland’s west coast with a shape that feels almost sculpted by hand. Its ridges and peninsulas stretch outward from a mountainous core, where the Cuillin range cuts a jagged line across the sky. Travelers often begin in Portree, a harbor town lined with brightly painted buildings and small seafood spots. From here, narrow roads lead to cliff edges, quiet bays, and sweeping views where golden eagles and red deer are part of the everyday scene.

A major industrial area in the Loire Valley, it is an ancient city and was often visited in pilgrimages to pay homage to the tomb of St. Martin, a former bishop of Tours.

In the walled city of Siena we stand firmly planted in the Middle Ages. Siena preserved its original character more markedly than any other city in Italy.

Grand Rapids sits along the Grand River in western Michigan, shaped by industry, reform, and a strong civic culture.