5 Best European Destinations to Visit in February

February is the coldest month in Europe, no matter where you decide to travel to. The temperatures range between bone-chilling in the North and above freezing in the South. Snow and winter sports lovers rejoice at the idea of visiting winter wonderlands, while the rest of us are left with exploring cities. And yes, everyone…

Halloween Destinations in Europe

Halloween (Oct 31) is a celebration observed in many countries on the eve of All Saints Day (Nov 1). Scientists cannot agree on how exactly Halloween came into existence. Some say it has the roots in Celtic harvest festivals – thus having pagan roots -, while others say it has begun as a Christian holiday.

How to Plan a Last Minute Budget Vacation

Planning a budget vacation doesn’t exactly conjure images of “last minute” in the same sentence. But, rest assured, it is possible to plan a last-minute budget vacation although, typically, a vacation takes weeks or months ahead to plan. Sure this has its perks and allows for a lot of thinking, but there’s something amazing about…

Hard and Dangerous Hikes in Europe

While Europe is home to some incredible mountains, they don’t compare – in height and difficulty – with the mountains in South America or Asia. Still, if you are looking for adrenaline – and you have the skills and fitness for it – there are some hard and dangerous hikes in Europe that are well…