Be it the recently-launched scenic route leaving from Italy, passing Slovenia, and terminating in Croatia, with tickets costing less than $9, or the low-cost train from Amsterdam to Berlin, for only $10, there’s never been a more exciting time for train enthusiasts to visit Europe than now. As demand continues to grow, and tourists grow …
One of the most fascinating cities in Europe to kick back and watch the world go by, all while sipping freshly concocted batches of lattes and cappuccinos, is, of course, Paris. The iconic city is lined with seemingly endless sidewalk cafes but never short of tourist crowds. In the digital nomad world, as great as making said …
Ahhh, the Mediterranean 😌. That ancient sea bordering some of the most beautiful destinations in the world: the sun-drenched Costa Del Sol in Spain, France’s turquoise Côte d’Azur, Italy’s idyllic Cinque Terre, the whitewashed Santorini and neighboring Cycladic islands in Greece… The list is endless, and it could easily take up an entire page. If …
According to the United Nations, France is once again the most popular country in the world, having returned to 99 percent of its pre-crisis levels of tourism, with over 100 million visitors recorded last year alone. As a local, I can’t say I’m surprised or too thrilled about it, if I’m being honest: I live …
We know what you’re thinking, ‘the year’s barely started’, but if you dream of that idyllic Mediterranean summer across the pond, the time to plan and get those bookings in is right now, before prices start rising as we approach the high season. On that note, if you hate crowded places and you don’t want …
Heading back to Europe in 2025 and still unsure which countries to check out this time? We get it; it’s a big continent filled with fascinating medieval towns, beautiful alpine scenery, and picture-perfect Mediterranean beaches. Lucky for you, Tripadvisor has just come to your rescue. As customary, the U.S.-based travel agency has released its annual …
Paris is the most sought-after destination in the whole of Europe this winter, and it’s not hard to see why: between the elegant Haussmann boulevards, the sparkly Eiffel Tower, and the romantic bistro culture, it’s a bucket list destination for millions of travelers. Despite being the capital of France, however, it is not its oldest …
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 …
Europe is not exactly famous for its warmth and receptiveness towards tourists, especially following the travel surge of the post-pandemic years. Whether it’s in vibrant Paris or charming, canal-traversed Amsterdam, locals feel torn about the excessive number of arrivals: though it certainly helps boost the economy, mass tourism is often associated with crowding and an …
Winter is finally upon us, and though the golden sands and warm seas of the Caribbean are certainly an enticing prospect, we can’t think of anything better to do than wandering fairytale villages blanketed in now, exploring Christmas markets, and soaking up the medieval culture. Yep, we’re going to Europe, baby, and if you resonate …
Train travel is back with a vengeance in the Old Continent, with multiple new routes opening left, right and center, and if you’re heading to Paris in the near future, you’re in for a treat as a host of exciting launches are taking place. Just recently, France’s national railway company SCNF confirmed trains will be …
Fairytale castles, ancient cities with origins lost to time, and the kind of architectural wealth younger nations on our side of the pond will take centuries to hoard: Europe is where every culture buff will be headed in the coming year. Lonely Planet is well aware of that, and experts at one of the world’s …