Throughout my years of travel, I’ve found that few experiences come close to a solo date at the beach, especially when exploring someplace new. I don’t know if it’s the scenery, the sound of waves crashing into the shore, or just the fact that you get a moment to yourself to think and relax, but …

There’s nothing better than a beach vacation.   And whether you want beautiful blue Mediterranean beaches or wild and wind-lashed, rugged beaches along the Atlantic coast, Europe always delivers.  So which Euro destination has the best beaches for you?  The experts at Book Retreats have ranked Europe’s best beaches for 2024, and these five countries came …

Famous for its fascinating culture, affordable cost of living, and inviting Mediterranean climate, Spain has become the second most popular destination for digital nomads worldwide, surpassing popular ‘workcation’ spots like Thailand, Colombia, and Mexico. Out of 35 million nomads officially recorded by ThinkRemote, as many as 1.75 million of them are heading to Spain, typically …

The three trendiest destinations in Italy right now are not the places you might expect. You won’t find Rome, Florence, or Venice on the list of the fastest-growing destinations in Italy. Based on a recent study, there are three particular regions of Italy that are rising to the top for tourism in 2024. Many of …

Following decades of defunding and even discontinuation of some routes, train travel is back with a bang in Europe, where cross-border railway connections have always been common, and this mode of transport has never truly become outdated. Be it international pressure for greener alternatives to flying or simply a revival of train romanticism, demand for …

Looking for the perfect spot for your next European digital nomad adventure?   Portugal is a fascinating country that regularly tops lists for being one of Europe’s best digital nomad hotspots.   According to PortugalResident U.S. attendees at the most recent ‘Living in Portugal’ show were keen to learn more about living in the country, …

Spain may well be Europe’s second most popular destination, behind only France, having hosted a whopping 85 million visitors alone last year. However, most people tend to forget that it is a fairly big country with several autonomous territories under its domain. What we’re trying to say is, however beautiful the powerful Madrid-Barcelona duo may …

An ancient sea surrounded by some of the world’s most ancient and historically-charged nations, the Mediterranean is the leading summer destination globally, drawing in millions of visitors with its promise of dolce vita and crystal-clear waters. Not all Mediterranean countries are 100% safe for tourists; however, with several Italian islands being overwhelmed by the migrant …

With its Tuscan sunsets, UNESCO-listed Renaissance cities, turquoise coast, and award-winning cuisine, which currently ranks number one in the world, Italy is the quintessential Southern European experience and every American’s dream destination. Interestingly, while we tend to flock to Rome, Florence, Venice and the like, drawn to their monument-packed historic centers and invaluable cultural heritage, …

You can say a lot of things about Amsterdam, but today Amsterdam is saying a lot about you. And by “you”, we simply mean tourists in general. Everyone would like to think there were a lot of valuable lessons learned during the pandemic. Amsterdam may have made it through, but it seems memory loss may …

Visiting Europe in spring is one of those things every avid traveler needs to experience at least once in a lifetime, but there’s one tiny problem keeping us back from setting off on the transatlantic getaway of our dreams – the cost. While most European hotels and short-term rentals are reasonably priced, at least compared …

France is officially the number one tourist destination in the world, having hosted a record-setting 100 million tourists in 2023 alone. While it’s true that a majority of tourists will be heading to Paris for the unbeatable Eiffel Tower views and Instagrammable boulangeries, the City of Lights is not, in fact, the country’s fastest-growing destination: …