With temperatures rising dramatically already and travel warnings issued for several holiday spots across Spain, the Southern European country is bracing for one of the hottest summers in its recorded history. Regular beachgoers might not be exactly losing sleep over it, but try and sunbathe in Costa del Sol while it’s 120 degrees out, or …

France is among the most visited countries in the world, having hosted over 100 million guests in 2023 alone––I live in Paris myself, and let me tell you, it feels incredibly busy year-round, whether it’s the Olympics or not, summer or winter. Despite being ultra-popular, France is not exactly cheap to travel to. Consumer prices …

Out of all the European tourism hotspots, Italy is probably the busiest. It concentrates a large number of the continent’s ancient monuments, including the Roman Colosseum and the floating city of Venice. It has lovely weather, and the cuisine is unrivaled. Needless to say, it’s been overwhelmed by tourists lately, so if you’re hoping to …

Famous for their warm hospitality, Slavic culture, generous visa policies and cheaper prices, the Balkans have emerged as a safe haven for digital nomads in recent years, and indeed, if you’re a Europhile keen on making those dollars stretch further, this is where you should be headed. Europe is not exactly known for being a …

Though it’s often considered one of Europe’s friendliest countries, owing to its hospitality and warm Hispanic culture, Spain has been rocked by a number of anti-tourism protests lately. Locals in the popular resort island Tenerife have even told visitors to ‘go home’. Some Spaniards believe overtourism is to blame for their rising living costs, and …

Home to pastel-colored Mediterranean towns, world-renowned Roman monuments, and some of the most pristine beaches in Europe, Italy is one of the most sought-after destinations this year, with one slight caveat: much of the coastal areas will be flaming hot throughout the season. With temperatures rising dramatically from July, it looks as if the country’s …

France is the most visited country worldwide, easily surpassing Spain, Italy and Mexico. Last year alone, it hosted over 100 million guests, who flocked from all over the globe to see the Eiffel Tower sparkle at night or marvel at the regal opulence of palaces like Versailles. I live here, in Paris specifically, and I …

Famous for its turquoise waters, pastel-colored towns straddling the Mediterranean, and irresistible vintage charm, the French Riviera is one of the top summer destinations in Europe, up there with Italy’s trendy Amalfi and the paradisiacal Greek islands. Something most Americans don’t know, however, is that they can fly nonstop to what’s arguably the prettiest town …

Home to world-renowned landmarks like the Colosseum, the Leaning Tower of Pisa and the Milan Duomo, not to mention the incredible cuisine and culture, Italy is perhaps the most dreamed-of destination for American travelers crossing the pond. It may seem as if no stone has been left unturned here—Italy is one of the most coveted …

The Mediterranean may well be the hottest place to be this summer, both literally and figuratively, and we don’t know about you, but we’re not exactly keen on sharing a narrow strip of beach with hundreds, if not thousands of beachgoers, nor risk a heatstroke with the record temperatures to come. Yeah, yeah, there’s those …

Long gone are the days when Portugal was a forgotten, peripheral Western European country Americans would fly over on their way to Spain without giving it much of a thought. Having been to Portugal both before it became popular, and after its post-2022 tourist boom, I can say that’s definitely not the case anymore: it …

Ibiza is known for its vibrant nightlife and diverse music scene, including performances by famous DJs like David Guetta and rows upon rows of upscale holiday villas and high life, but in all fairness, I didn’t love it all that much. Yes, the weather is lovely in July, and I truly doubt there’s a better …