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.

Best Destinations for Weekend Trips in Europe

Ah, the (long) weekend! A quick getaway can do wonders for your health and mood! Whether you just want to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life, take a romantic trip with your beau, or have some fun with your friends, weekend trips in Europe are exactly what you’ve been looking for.

7 Best European Destinations to Visit in January

The winter holidays finally come to an end in January. The month is kicked off with New Year’s when travel is quite popular. Epiphany follows on January 6 and by mid-month the prices start to go down, allowing for very affordable travel. Surely, after the holidays the budget may be limited and the last thing…

1 Week in Europe Itinerary: Visiting Italy

Italy makes you fall in love with it in a second, yet a lifetime is not enough to explore all its beautiful places. For a first time visitor, a week offers enough time to get a taste of La Bella Vita and get hooked for life. There are so many things I love about Italy…

2 Weeks in Europe Itinerary : Charming Capital Cities

Whether it’s your first trip to Europe or just want an easy to tackle itinerary for two weeks, planning to visit capital cities doesn’t pose too many problems even for the not experienced travelers. Capital cities are served by a variety of means of transportation and airlines offer plenty of options to get from one…

5 Best European Fall Destinations

Traveling during the shoulder season – spring & fall – has a lot of perks. First of all, the prices are typically lower than during the high season. And, since many people can only get vacation days during summer, fall is when you won’t find way too many travelers roaming the streets of the cities…

6 Weeks in Europe Itinerary: By Land Travel Only

If you ask us , the best way to travel Europe is by land. You can slow down to soak up the atmosphere and really get to know the places you are visiting. But this also means you need a bit more than a week or two to check out the continent. This article focuses…

13 Best Places to Visit in Italy

Italy, home to world’s greatest number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, is famous for its cuisine, picturesque cities and villages, superb coastline, and a lot of historical sites. No matter where you go in Italy, you cannot shake a stick and not find something absolutely amazing to do. Here, I share just some of the…