Let’s cut right to the chase: yeah, that headline is a bold claim. Visiting 100+ medieval European towns takes years of obsessive travel, and a borderline-nerdy passion for Gothic history that’d make most big-brained Oxford scholars jealous. I’m no prof, but I’ve always loved getting lost in the shadowy alleys of a 15th-century walled town. …

If you think of fairytale castles, cobblestone towns frozen in time, and picturesque plazas lined with cafés, chances are you’re imagining Western Europe. As much as security has taken a turn for the worse in recent years—especially compared to the Eastern front—there’s no denying the West is absolutely stunning: from the canal-crisscrossed cities in the …

Let’s face it, as beautiful as those Mediterranean beaches may be, and as jaw-dropping as alpine peaks are, the primary reason why millions of travelers flock into Europe year in, year out is not the continent’s natural wonders: We’re here for the ancient culture, baby. Cobblestone streets that look like they’ve barely changed an inch …

If you’re heading to Europe this year, but you’re no longer charmed by Paris and its twinkling Eiffel Tower, London with its red telephone boxes, and Rome and its ancient sights, you should know you’re not the only one looking for alternatives to the usual tourism hotspots. According to a new report by Omio, one …

You’ve probably already scoped out Spain, Italy, Greece, and maybe even more Mediterranean gems for an unforgettable beach escape this summer, but what if you were told there’s a long stretch of secret coastline almost no Americans visit? Better yet, it’s only one flight away from numerous U.S. hubs, making for an easy journey across …

Oftentimes, Americans only have so many vacation days to use, which can make choosing where to go a daunting task. This is especially true when it comes to planning European travel. Do you follow the norm and visit Paris, or do you spin the globe and inney-minney-miney-moe Europe’s lesser-known getaways, such as North Macedonia or …

Venice is full! Or at least that’s what we’re hearing from their tourism board, which is introducing several schemes to reduce overtourism, including entry charges for the city.  So where could you go instead? I suggest Bruges!   Bruges, in Belgium has just been named the best European city to visit by train. But it offers …

If you think Europe’s night train frenzy is a trend they’re leaving behind in 2024, think again. Following SJ’s Euronight from Stockholm to Berlin and NightJet’s successful Vienna to Rome, it’s time for European Sleeper to join in on the fun and add its own long-distance service between two unexpected destinations. Though they don’t have much in common other than …

Train travel has never been as trendy as it is right now, particularly in Europe, where new routes launch left, right, and center. However, as scenic and romantic as a railway journey may be, it’s not always affordable. One such example is trains between Paris and Brussels, two sisterly capitals that the Eurostar serves, and …

Are you heading on a Eurotrip soon and planning on ditching the plane either to reduce your carbon footprint or simply because you find railway travel nostalgic? You’re in luck, as two of the most fascinating cities in Europe will now be connected by a direct, high-speed train: from December 15, you can travel between …

Ever felt jealous of how it’s far easier for Europeans to discover all those secret, beautiful medieval towns, that for you as an American feel incredibly remote? You’re not alone. As much as the United States is well-connected to the Old Continent, all flights almost exclusively arrive in major destinations––think Barcelona, Rome, Paris, London and …

Capitals are often considered the unmissable, number one destination across most European countries. That is because they have usually been at the forefront of their history and development as states, and they just happen to have accumulated the most cultural value. Not all first cities of Europe have redeemable qualities about them, however, be it …