As Americans are way behind the times in traversing the world by rail, Europeans have had the concept down pat for decades. The UK is turning back the clock, bringing back an iconic steam train that once ruled the rails as early as the 1940s—the first model, anyway. Ultimately, the train took a page from LL Cool …

If you’ve ever planned a Eurotrip with London as your base, you’ve probably realized the English capital is far from being the most convenient hub for exploring the rest of Europe. Great Britain is an island, after all, and though you can get pretty much anywhere flying, often for less than a train ride within …

London has this magical ability to make you feel like you’re walking through a movie set—one minute you’re passing a palace, the next you’re in a cozy pub that’s older than your country. It’s vibrant, chaotic, beautiful… and yeah, a little pricey. But here’s the thing: London can be done on a budget. I’ve done …

We’ve all familiarized ourselves with the world’s icons in one way or another – some in our own backyard, some a short flight away, and some deter us from visiting entirely due to the high costs of getting there. That’s often the case anywhere ‘across the pond’. Every now and then, there are deals too …

There’s nothing quite like the adventure of rail travel.   Hopping on a train is easy and convenient and a great way to get from A to B, especially in Europe, where the most iconic cities are well connected.   To improve this connectivity, Eurostar has just announced direct train services between Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and London, making …

Despite its gloomy reputation, autumn is one of the best times to explore the U.K. England’s coastal gems may be too nippy this time of year but don’t miss out on a plethora of charming villages, picturesque parks, and, of course, the multitude of action-packed cities. Obviously, London being the main draw. Yet even as …

With the Olympics about to commence and around 15 million tourists expected to visit this summer only, drawn to a twinkling Eiffel Tower, the award-winning gastronomy, and high culture, you’d expect Paris to be the most visited city in the world right now. Or perhaps New York and its iconic Brooklyn Bridge, verdant urban parks, …

Iconic destinations and dealing with crowds are simply just part of traveling. And to be honest, wouldn’t it be weird and apocalyptic to see Times Square empty? The same goes for London, a true icon travelers love to visit year-round, but perhaps no more than summer. London is one of those places you see in …

They say when you’re tired of London, you’re tired of life.   Which is why, after living in London for a decade, I still keep going back for more.   London has been ranked the most popular European city for American travelers this summer.   And as summer is already the busiest time for tourists …

London is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. Riding on a red double-decker, posing with a telephone box, seeing the sprawling skyline from up the giant wheel by the Thames, and crossing Tower Bridge are all bucket list items for visitors. As great a city as it may be, however, London …

As eager as we are to explore as much of the world as humanly possible, some places are just too good not to visit a second, third, or even fourth time around. These are the cities or countries you yearn to see again, the first names that pop into your mind when someone asks “Where …

At a time when most people are dreaming about white-sanded beaches and tropical retreats, one gorgeous European country has managed to surge in popularity thanks to its unbelievable city scene alone – the United Kingdom. But when it comes to a place so attraction-filled, figuring out where, exactly, to go can feel downright impossible. Luckily …