When you think of Portugal, it’s probably places like Lisbon, with its many hills and fado buskers in every corner, and Porto, a world capital of wine straddling a scenic riverfront, that come to mind—and unless you’re well-versed in ‘Europe’, you’re probably thinking they’re bang for your buck, too. Portugal has always been referred as …

London, Paris, Rome. These iconic capitals are rightfully on every traveler’s bucket list, promising world-class art, history, and vibrant city life. But what if we told you that some of Europe’s most rewarding, authentic, and often cheaper travel experiences are found just a little off the beaten path? Smart travelers are increasingly looking beyond the …

Summer 2025 may already be history, but if you’ve been saving all year and are still dreaming of sun-soaked Mediterranean shores and an idyllic getaway across the pond, here’s where you can catch the last few streaks of sunshine… without the crazy crowds: If you’re Roman Empire-obsessed, and your personal idea of fun is exploring …

Europe’s Railway Renaissance is charging full speed ahead this fall, and if you happen to be heading to Italy, you don’t want to miss this: There is a new scenic, slow train in the scene, and guess what, it’s come straight from your most idyllic European getaway fantasies. It travels from Rome all the way …

You probably never thought you’d be seeing ‘Albania’ and ‘most popular’ in the same sentence, yet here we are: From Europe’s underdog and best-kept secret, with just over 4 million tourists a year back in 2015 (most of which were returning Albanians or neighboring Kosovars), Albania is now visited by an average of 12 million, and it …

When you think of islands in Spain, it’s probably places like sun-drenched Mallorca or party hub Ibiza that come to mind. They rank among the country’s top vacation hotspots, and they’re indeed epic sunny getaways, but it’s no secret you need to up your budget when heading there. Between the whopping average hotel rate of …

No man is an island, but every once in a while, we all crave a little bit of reclusiveness, especially if you’re flying all the way from America to Europe for a sun-soaked vacation, and all you need is some peace and quiet. As beautiful as places like Santorini and Palma de Mallorca may be, …

If you’ve been patiently waiting for the crowds to dwindle and prices to go down in Europe after the summer tourist surge, you’ll be glad to know there is a lesser-known gem sure to boast warm temps, Old World charm, and most importantly, cheaper rates in the fall: As confirmed in a new study published …

Planning a European getaway for the coming year, but you’ve been waiting for new nonstop routes to open from your favorite hub at Boston Logan International? This time, you’re in luck, as Delta is adding not one, but two new European destinations to the Massachusetts capital’s network from May 16, 2026: Madrid, Spain’s capital and …

Listen, there’s no denying Rome is the most iconic destination in Italy, if not Europe as a whole: it’s home to world-renowned landmarks like the Colosseum, the Trevi Fountain, and it even plays host to the Vatican City, so you can’t be exactly mad at tourists for flocking there in the first place. Be that …

Home to world-renowned landmarks like La Sagrada Família and Park Güell, not to mention its privileged seaside location right on the shores of the Mediterranean, Barcelona is the number one destination in Spain. Despite its undeniable charm, it’s no secret Barcelona is fighting a not-so-silent battle right now: tourism levels are out of control, so …

When you think of a fall getaway to Italy, your mind probably jumps to the Colosseum in Rome or the canals of Venice. But what if we told you that the country’s real heart—and its undisputed best food—is in a city that most American tourists just pass through on the train? While the crowds are …