Home to a plethora of world-famous landmarks, from the Roman Colosseum to the Tower of Pisa, cities that date back to the dawning of time, and a stunning Mediterranean nature, Italy is on the minds of millions dreaming of an idyllic European getaway this summer. Lucky for the sun-seekers out there, the likes of Rome, …

Spain’s jaw-dropping beauty, with beaches extending for miles on, fairytale castles, and ancient cities dating back several millennia, has been extensively documented and reported on over the years, as has its struggle with overtourism. Last year, things seemed to have reached a tipping point in places like Barcelona and the Canary Islands. Mass protests erupted …

We all know Milan for its grandiose edifices and art galleries, high fashion, and ornate Duomo––is there truly a more beautiful Gothic cathedral?––but there’s no denying it’s a bit out of the budget for the average traveler. Between $202-a-night on hotels, and $107 on meals and transportation every day, a one-week city break in Italy’s …

Europe’s Train Renaissance is charging ahead at full speed! After $10 trains were launched from Paris to Brussels, and similar low-cost rail journeys were announced between Amsterdam and Berlin, it’s time for yet another historical link to be re-established between two sisterly cities in France and Spain that have had their connection severed for decades. …

If you’re a Game of Thrones/House of the Dragon fan, or simply a history buff, chances are you’re already familiar with Croatia’s ancient walled cities, imposing fortifications backed by rugged mountains, and turquoise Adriatic shoreline. In recent years, places like Split and Dubrovnik have soared in popularity, drawing in millions of travelers for their jet-setting …

Planning on heading to Europe soon for an early-season sunny getaway? We’ve got good news for you: across much of the southern half of the continent, temperatures will be summer-high starting from April, except… You guessed it, smaller crowds! If bumping into selfie-takers every step of the way and paying $12 for a bog-standard Limoncello …

If you’re planning on crossing the pond this spring or summer for a much-needed culture-infused sunny break, there’s one country in particular that should be at the top of your list. According to Mabrian, a travel intelligence firm, Spain has already captured a whopping one-third of global travel demand for the region for 2025, with approximately 33% …

Beautiful as it may be, not to mention incredibly historical, Europe is not typically associated with budget-friendly vacations, especially if we’re talking about the sun-drenched Mediterranean: According to Budget Your Trip, a 5-star hotel in Dubrovnik, one of the most popular destinations in Croatia, will set you back by an average of $241-a-night––and that’s excluding …

Home to some of the world’s most iconic sights, from the Roman Colosseum to the floating city of Venice, it’s no wonder Italy is among the most sought-after destinations for 2025. As dreamy as Vespa rides through cobbled lanes and lemon gelato may sound, traveling to Italy rarely doesn’t come with exorbitant costs: as the …

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 …

You’re probably thinking winters in Europe are all about cobbled towns enveloped in mist, cozy Christmas Markets, and snow-clad landscapes, and while that’s certainly true for Prague, Edinburgh, and the like, this hidden island doesn’t seem to have got the memo. As a matter of fact, it seems like it’s forever stuck on spring, with …

Following Croatia’s accession in 2023 and last year’s Bulgaria and Romania, yet another European country is expected to join Europe’s Schengen Area soon: This year, Cyprus is expected to conclude its negotiation talks with the border-free zone and become its 30th member, but what does this mean effectively for travelers, especially Americans staying mid- to …