With diverse cultures and many languages, excellent cuisine, architectural gems and history you can see, smell and touch, there’s no wonder Europe is the World’s top travel destination.
Gothenburg is rarely the first place people visit on a Swedish vacation; that’d be the capital Stockholm. This makes Gothenburg, Sweden’s second-largest city, somewhat off the beaten track. But it’s by no means a backwater. A gorgeous city with a…
As the northern summer comes to a close, you might find yourself thinking “Next summer, I’m taking that trip to Europe.” Maybe you wanted to go this year and things didn’t quite work out. Maybe another opportunity came up, or…
Few cities in Europe can touch Prague for architectural beauty, artistic originality, moving history, and of course, delicious beer! The fact that the city remains arguably Europe’s best urban bargain sweetens things of course, even if a visit here means…
All over the world are walking tours and treks which have been established and enjoyed by thousands. They don’t have to be strenuous, although some are not for couch potatoes. In this article, I have singled out 8 iconic walking…
We may not want to admit it, but money dictates most of our travel decisions. Everyone would love to stay at a 5-star resort in a tropical paradise for two weeks, but our bank accounts rarely allow such indulgences. So…
It’s common to think of Europe being cleanly divided between Eastern Europe and Western Europe, but such a simple breakdown doesn’t get at the heart of the complexities this continent has to offer. Furthermore, it glosses over the region of…
Buenos dias! Thinking of adding a different layer to your extended South America or Spain vacation by brushing up on your Spanish? Here are some of the best countries for prospective Spanish learners who still want a great Globetrotting adventure.…
Sitting at the crossroads between Germanic, Slavic, and Balkan Europe, Hungary is a nation all its own, descended from Magyar settlers from Central Europe. Hungarians have a cultural identity very separate from their neighbours, which manifests in an architectural and…
The most outstanding sites on a Europe vacation are numerous and should not be missed. What’s on your bucket list? My intention here is to highlight the top 10 iconic sites in Europe, natural or otherwise, that are my favourites…
The concept of “snowbirding” is familiar to a lot of North Americans, particularly those looking to escape the chilly winter for a month or more at a time. It might mean Florida, Arizona, the Caribbean, Mexico, or even further south…
With so much to offer on an Ireland vacation, don’t skimp on spending time in this country’s green and pleasant land. I am about to take you on a more or less circular itinerary around Ireland, with stops en route…
The world has come a long way since the days of the Cold War, when the nations of Eastern Europe existed behind the Iron Curtain of Communism. It would’ve been unthinkable for all but the most daring travellers to visit…
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