The Mediterranean is the go-to spot for summer travel now that the world’s border curbs have been lifted and travel has resumed fully. Home to historic nations like France, Italy, Spain, and Croatia, the basin is best known for the turquoise-colored waters that lap the European coastline, its rugged, dramatic nature, and rich cultural wealth. …

If you want to travel across Europe, then there’s never been a better time to travel by train.   Many European countries are shifting their focus to promoting rail travel, and France has even banned certain short-haul flights that could easily be replaced by train journeys instead.   Train travel is easy, quick, and affordable. …

It’s lovely traveling to Europe to visit popular sites you’ve watched in TV shows growing up. From Santorini to Cinque Terre, seeing them all in person has been incredible, to say the least, but some of my favorite travels this year have included some lesser-known spots.  Growing up in the UK, I’ve been traveling now …

Greece is an obvious choice for a European holiday, offering everything from history, culture, islands, mountains, and some fantastic food and wine. Although Greece is an ideal destination, it’s becoming increasingly overcrowded, and the country and its historic sights are really feeling the effects.  Because of these reasons, a summer trip to Greece might not …

Tourists are flying back to Europe in droves now that the continent’s doors have flung open and normality is fully reinstated for the first time in years, and while new visitor peaks are being reported all over the continent, the beautiful Balkan nation of Croatia is outperforming the rest in popularity. Already a trendy destination …

Finding ways to avoid the crowds while traveling is getting tougher unless you decide to go to an off-path destination. Travel numbers are soaring this year, so if you choose to go to a popular place, you are not alone. Europe is absolutely thriving with tourists, with some countries breaking tourism records. Croatia has recently …

Here’s one travel truth we refuse to gatekeep: Europe doesn’t have to be expensive.  There’s so much more to Europe than overdone capitals and pricey hotspots. For budget travelers, the savings are found in the hidden gems – and not just in Eastern Europe, either. This season, travelers looking to save some coin should skip …

A recent survey sent to 3,500 travelers ranked coastal destinations in Europe based on several factors people look for when traveling. How do you decide where to travel? Affordability, safety, tourist attractions, friendliness of the locals — these are just a few of the factors considered. A few cities on the list below are more …

Think cobblestone streets, medieval villages, and at half the price of other destinations in Europe. Lesser-known to most, Slovakia is a charming country ideal for solo female travelers. A land-locked country surrounded by 5 others, Slovakia is in a prime location in Central Europe for backpacking. Upon arriving in Bratislava, it was easy to see …

Travelers are making up for lost time this summer with their biggest European vacations yet.  A whopping 600% more Americans are going to Europe this summer than in 2021. That’s 55%  more than last year’s already insane crowds, according to travel insurance company Allianz. Demand is so high that travel agencies are turning customers away. …

You may have heard that solo female travel has been trending recently, and it’s true! With more and more women packing their bags and taking the trip they have been thinking about for a while, there are more countries that are emerging as great options for solo female travelers. The solo female traveler of today …

Europe is the world’s tourist playground. Highly sought-after for its medieval castles, cobbled Old towns, ancient heritage, and iconic sights, it hosts tens of millions of tourists every year. Despite the continent’s soaring popularity, especially now that all border curbs have been lifted, a majority of travelers still restrict their movement to the Western half, …