Winter might not seem like the best time to explore Europe’s beautiful beaches. But with cooler temperatures, lower crowd levels, and affordable prices, I love to visit Europe’s beach hotspots in the winter. And one beach destination in particular is standing out from the crowd right now. The Algarve is officially the …
Ever travel to a place that’s been hyped up as the ultimate paradise only to discover it’s an unbearable tourist trap? For me, that was Albufeira, supposedly one of the Algarve’s magical ‘hidden gems’. Picture bland, overpriced food, tourist-overloaded beaches, and what should be captivating streets completely void of authenticity, with souvenir shop owners pestering …
We know what you’re probably thinking: isn’t a bit too late to think of beach getaways across the pond at this point? To answer your question in a straightforward manner, yeah, it sort of is… If you’re thinking Southern France, the Amalfi Coast in Italy, or the ancient coastal cities of Croatia, but there’s always …
Are you heading to Europe this fall, but you feel the heavy rain and chilly weather take all the fun out of travel planning? Needless to say, you might want to avoid more Northerly destinations, like London, Paris, Amsterdam and the like. On the other hand, there are a fair few sunny spots left that will not bid farewell …
With leaves turning brown and starting to gather on the sidewalk, days getting shorter and colder as early as September, and multiple cities seeing record rain, you may be wondering whether there’s still any hope left for a sunny getaway to Europe in the coming weeks. While pumpkin season has arrived sooner than expected this …
It’s officially a European summer. Everyone knows someone who is preparing for a trip to Europe, with destinations like Italy, France, and Spain being the most popular European hot spots for American travelers. But if you’re looking for an alternative that’s outside of the norm then why not consider the Algarve instead? …
Now that entry requirements for the digital nomads are being relaxed, and numerous European countries are not only warmly welcoming them, but going as far as launching year-long Digital Nomad Visas, remote workers will be flocking into Europe starting this summer. Whether it’s for the cities dating back several millennia or the idyllic Southern coastline, …
July is right around the corner, and if you’re a culture buff like us, who also happens to be looking for a bit of sun in your life, Europe and its ancient cities dating back literal millennia, balmy climate, and delectable cuisine are probably sounding like a no-brainer at this point. We’re not sure about …
I’m not sure about you, but testing my patience in long waiting lines at the gelato shop or bumping into sweaty bodies in narrow alleyways teeming with excursion groups while it’s over 100 degrees outside is not exactly my idea of fun, much less relaxation. Early summer is indisputably the best time to be in …
Solo travel has garnered a lot of interest among tourists these last few years, and the trend doesn’t show signs of slowing down anytime soon. However, with more planning freedom comes more responsibilities, meaning that solo travelers need to be extra thorough when choosing their destination and itinerary. If you’re planning on going on a …
After enduring nearly three years of strict restrictions, health mandates, and lockdowns, Americans are desperate to do nothing, log off their socials and escape the chaos of the modern world on their next vacation – even if temporarily. We don’t blame them: as much as we love sightseeing and cultural expeditions, taking a breather is …