2 or 3 Days in Inverness Itinerary: How to Explore Scotland’s Highland Capital
Most people know that Edinburgh is the capital city of Scotland. But the Scottish Lowlands may as well be a different country entirely from...
How to Spend 2 Days on the Isle of Skye: The Perfect Isle of Skye Itinerary
The Isle of Skye has become a must-visit spot in Scotland for most travelers; it's right up there these days with the Royal Mile...
14 Magical Things to Do in Montmartre in Paris
Ever since I first saw the quirky French film “Amelie” when I was about 15, I've had a fascination with Montmartre in Paris' 18th arrondissement. From...
The Perfect 10-Days in Portugal Itinerary (Without a Car)
Portugal is by far one of the best-value destinations in western Europe. And on top of its affordability, Portugal is also just an awesome...
16 Essential Things to Do in Tallinn, Estonia on Your First Visit
When it comes to charming European capital cities (and yes, I know that's a cliche phrase, but sometimes it's just the right one), I...
Europe Christmas Markets by Cruise vs Land: Which is Actually Better?
Christmas markets in Europe have been a magical tradition for centuries – the first markets began in the German-speaking parts of Europe way back...
One Week in Northern Ireland: The Perfect 7-Day Northern Ireland Road Trip Itinerary
Coastlines formed by warring giants. Historic shipyards. Political uprisings. The King in the North (yes, that's a Game of Thrones reference). These things and...
19 Essential Things to Do on the Isle of Skye in Scotland
When it comes to places in Scotland that everyone dreams of visiting, there are a few that immediately come to mind; you've definitely heard...
The Ultimate Guide to Visiting Piran, Slovenia (Things To Do + How to Stay Overnight)
Did you know that Slovenia has a coastline along the Adriatic Sea? If the answer is no, don't feel too bad; a lot of...
11 Awesome Things to Do at Lake Bled in Slovenia (+ Helpful Tips for Visiting)
Home to the only island in Slovenia, delicious cream cake, and one of the prettiest glacial lakes in Europe (yeah, I said it!), Lake...
17 Things You Need to Know Before a Trip to Slovenia
When people ask me about my favorite countries in the world, one of my answers always takes them by surprise: Slovenia. Yes, Slovenia is...
3 Days in Prague: The Perfect Prague Itinerary for Your First Visit
Prague, Czechia is one of the most-visited cities in all of Europe – and it's not hard to understand why. This Central European capital...
How to Hike to Ponta da Piedade from Lagos, Portugal (on New Boardwalks!)
Portugal's Algarve coast is known for quite a few things: golden sea cliffs filled with grottos and arches; historic white-washed villages; and beaches lapped...
10 Reasons to NOT Drive the Ring Road in Iceland
When it comes to planning a trip to Iceland, most of the questions, advice, and suggested itineraries center around Iceland's Ring Road. This road...
3 Days in Tromso, Norway: The Perfect Tromso in Winter Itinerary
Tromsø, Norway, is often referred to as the “Gateway to the Arctic,” due to its location 220 miles (350 kilometers) above The Arctic Circle...
12 Awesome Things to Do in Ljubljana, Slovenia (& Why You’ll LOVE This City!)
When I first visited the Slovenian capital of Ljubljana more than a decade ago, I wrote this about the city: “Ljubljana is still relatively...
DOs and DON’Ts for Your First Trip to Europe: 18 Helpful Europe Travel Tips
“Europe” is a big place; an entire continent made up of 50 different countries, each with their own languages, cultures, and history. So to...
