Latest Articles on Europe

6 Underrated European Beach Destinations

Europe-bound beach vacationers tend to flock to Mediterranean hubs, like France’s Côte d’Azur, Italy’s Amalfi Coast, or the Greek island of Santorini. Europe’s coasts along the Mediterranean Sea, Black Sea, North Sea, and the Atlantic cover millions of miles, so there’s clearly plenty of room for your beach chair outside these increasingly overrun and pricey…

The 10 Best Lakes in Europe

Europe often attracts visitors looking for experiences that focus on the continent’s long and illustrious history, its rich cultural centers, and its amazing attractions. However, there’s a relatively underrated travel aspect of Europe that we want to show some love — its beautiful lakes. We’ve compiled a list of some of the best European lakes…

Europe’s Most Remote Hotels

As travelers, we spend many an hour searching for the best time to visit our dream bucket-list destination — all with the hope of avoiding the crowds. However, there are plenty of vacation spots where you can escape the masses no matter when you show up. Below, we rounded up a list of eight secluded…

The Best Beaches in Europe

Beach at the Blue & Green Vilalara Thalassa Resort/Oyster While you don’t necessarily need the sun to enjoy a beautiful beach, warm weather is a big part of the appeal of relaxing by the water. Europe has a range of climates, but summer in much of the continent is over before you know it, which…

8 Underrated Cliffside Villages in Europe

When you think of cliffside villages, there’s probably a good chance you picture Santorini, Cinque Terre, and the Amalfi Coast. And they’re beautiful! However, there’s also the opportunity to go off the beaten path and visit the more obscure towns and villages with equally picturesque cliffside locales. From UNESCO World Heritage Sites to medieval towns…

Top European Destinations to Visit in the Summer

There’s something so romantic about Paris in the spring, when the winter clouds disappear, the gardens begin to bloom, and the sun-kissed streets fill up with tourists and locals in sidewalk cafes. Prague, on the other hand, oozes with charm in the wintertime, with its picturesque Christmas markets, twinkling lights, and snow-capped castles. Then there’s…

7 Amazing and Affordable Beach Destinations in Europe

With the first day of summer less than two weeks away, it’s time to start thinking about that sunny beach break. But before you start panicking about the restrictions of your budget, keep in mind that there are many beach destinations across Europe ideally suited to those looking to find the most bang for their…

The Ultimate Guide to the World’s 10 Best Budget Destinations

Malaga, Spain. There’s a lot of world to explore and while seeing it all can mean draining your savings account and emptying your wallet, that doesn’t have to be the case. Whether you have a pack of kids you’re wrangling into a minivan or you’re an intrepid solo adventurer who operates on a shoestring budget,…

The Best Places to Retire in Europe

Each person’s retirement fantasy is a little bit different, whether it means soaking up the sun on a beach or strolling through museums and historic sites. While many choose to stay in their current city, or head down to sunny Florida, an increasing number of Americans are retiring abroad (approximately 400,000 current retirees, according to…

The Best Itinerary for Barcelona

To say that Barcelona, a city that boasts gorgeous beaches, abundant sunshine, vibrant local culture, a delectable foodie scene, and a relaxed pace, has it all might be one of travel’s biggest cliches and one of its biggest understatements. From Antoni Gaudi’s mind-blowing modernist buildings to the atmosphere of the Barri Gotic and the lively…