European Stars and Stripes (Newspaper) - April 18, 1990, Darmstadt, Hesse                                Til a amps Dave a Leto hosts two major exhibitions to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Vincent Van Gogh s death. The Rijk museum Vincent Van Gogh in Amsterdam will show 130 of Van Gogh s paintings and 250 drawings will be on display at the Rijk museum Kroller Muller in Osterlo about an hour outside Amsterdam. Tickets May be purchased in Advance at travel agencies. A from May through september the tiny bavarian Village of Oberammergau will become an International gathering Point while it performs its passion play. Except for special anniversaries the play is Only produced every 10 years so tickets Are at a Premium. According to the tourist office in Oberammergau All the tickets for this year s performances have already been sold. Some have been sold in blocks to travel agencies so it is still possible to Book a tour that includes viewing a performance of the passion play. Those who do not want to go on a tour and Don t mind taking a Chance can travel to Oberammergau and Hope to get one of the few tickets that Are returned. A Stockholm Sweden will Host the world equestrian games from july 24 to aug. 5. A the world cup soccer tournament takes place in several cities in Italy june 8 to july 8. If you Are going to one of the Host cities during these four weeks be sure you Book Well in Advance. A Glasgow Scotland has been designated the european City of culture during 1990. There will be special exhibits and performances throughout the year. A and there is Berlin. If you have never been there is still time to see the remnants of the Wall that split the City for 28 years. West Berlin is still one of the liveliest cities on the continent. The . Military recently relaxed restrictions on visits by service members and Dod civilians to East Berlin. Checkpoint Charlie is no longer the sole crossing Point. But there is much More to Europe than its cities. Finland Sweden and Norway Haye vast tracts of wilderness similar to North America. The soviet Union does also but travel is still very restricted in the Spanish pyrenees and parts of Yugoslavia there Are still wolves and bears. The islands of Greece have some of the loveliest unspoiled beaches anywhere. Those who enjoy Active vacations the possibilities Are virtually limitless. Camping is very popular among europeans and there Are campgrounds from the Mediterranean to above the Arctic Circle. Mountain climbers and hikers above night in Amsterdam the Netherlands. Right a Trout Stream in the pyrenees not far from Zaragoza a Spain. Right Helow Neuse Hanstein Castle in Frissen West Germany. Right Bottom a town along Yugoslavia s Dalmatian coast. Will discover that the Alps measure up Well against the Rockies. There Are Many areas with climbing s�s7 schools and guides. A it the Waters of the Aegean Are As Lovely As any in the world for sailing and scuba diving. Boat Charters can be arranged in Greece and Turkey As Well As through agencies throughout Central Europe. Check with local tourist offices and travel agencies. Skiers bikers Hunters and fishermen will All find ample opportunities to pursue their sports in Europe. The most important Factor in planning a successful trip is you. In this special travel supplement to the stars and stripes we have Given you a general introduction to the adventure and fun of exploring Europe. We have tried to provide a Little something for everybody. There Are tips for Young single soldiers and families with Small children information about travelling by train car and air. We Hope you find it helpful. During the course of the year we will be covering Many specific destinations to help you learn More about the old world and take full advantage of your tour Here. S4s Gus Schulem april 18, 1990 stars and stripes travel Europe 3