Whether it be well-documented protests or you’re ahead of the game letting AI tell you where to go, it seems so-called “hidden gems” are becoming harder and harder to come by? I remember a few years ago I stumbled upon Lake Ohrid as a last-minute throw-in while I was traversing Albania when it was still […]
Share The Article If you’ve been dreaming of Alpine vistas, charming cities, and, let’s be honest, some truly exceptional chocolate, here’s some reassuring news to firm up those travel plans. The U.S. State Department has taken another look at Switzerland and continues to give it a big green light, maintaining its travel advisory at “Level […]
Share The Article If you’re heading to Europe this summer, chances are countries like France, Italy, and Spain are at the top of your bucket list, and tried-and-true as they may be, we get it. Nothing screams ‘idyllic’ quite like some good old village-hopping down the French Riviera, eating soft lemon gelato in a stone-cut […]
Share The Article No chain restaurant eyesores, no glitzy name-brand resorts, and certainly no curated nonsense taking away from its red-tiled townscape’s authentic charm and immaculate scenery. It’s rare to find a true hidden gem anymore, but that’s what I found in 2023 as I galavanted around Europe with no clear plans. Hearing the hype […]
Share The Article Travelers are fickle. At one moment, we’re in search of winter sun, and the next we’re totally cool packing extra layers as long as we can witness Northern Lights, indulge in Christmas market delights, or hit the slopes in a magical mountain town. Iceland may not tick off the latter as a […]
Share The Article Last Updated 12 mins ago Christmas markets selling mulled wine and delicious sausages, fairytale Old Towns covered in the glistening white snow, and amazing History just about everywhere you look: there’s nothing quite as magical as December in Edinburgh. The centuries-old capital of Scotland, it is easily Europe’s most beautiful winter getaway, beating London, Prague, […]
Share The Article Last Updated 6 days ago When it comes to Europe, it’s almost impossible to pick just one place to visit. It’s a beautiful, culturally diverse continent where almost every city has its own unique look and feel. Europe is also a destination with a reputation for knowing how to get your wallet […]
Share The Article Last Updated 47 seconds ago Though some may disagree, there’s no better time to visit Europe than winter: between the little to no crowding and the snow-dusted church spires that look almost like they’ve been cropped out of a storybook, it’s nothing short of magical. Plus, some countries are just made to be experienced […]
Share The Article Last Updated 4 days ago Truth be told, there are not many ribbon-cutting ceremonies left for untouched destinations, but mark your calendars this fall for perhaps the most exciting airport news of the year. Better yet, two more are in the works for the same destination. For those, you’ll have to wait […]
Share The Article Last Updated 1 day ago If you’re planning on heading to Europe this season but you’ve been taken aback by the staggeringly high prices and reports of mass tourism even as summer peters out, hear me out: Instead of jetting off to Barcelona, where you might be welcomed to ‘Go Home!‘ chants, […]