Is Taking a Douro Valley Day Tour from Porto Worth It?
If you're planning a trip to Portugal – and northern Portugal, especially – everyone will likely tell you that you HAVE to visit the...
3 Days in Bologna: What to Do in Italy’s Foodie Capital
When it comes to Italy, different cities and regions of the country are pretty universally “known” for certain things. Milan is known for fashion....
Where to Find the Best Skyline Views in London
London is one of my very favorite cities in the world – which is interesting, because I don't always love huge, sprawling cities! But...
Titanic Ties and Postcard Houses: Your Guide to Cobh, Ireland
When it comes to places to visit in Ireland, you've likely heard of cities like Dublin and Galway and Cork. You've heard of the...
The Perfect 10-Day Scotland Road Trip Itinerary for the Whisky Lover
When it comes to road tripping in Europe, there are so many options for epic trips. You can trace fairy tales on the Romantic...
Did You Know? 13 Fun Facts About Scotland
When people ask me about my favorite places in the world, Scotland is always, always near the top of my list. This surprises many...
12 Fun Facts You Might Not Know About Norway
Stunning fjords. Snow-dusted mountains. Dancing Northern Lights. Heart-shaped waffles slathered in fresh berry jam. Beds that feel like clouds. And a never-ending supply of...
Here’s How You Can Take a Day Trip to the Amalfi Coast from Rome
Pastel-colored towns perched on the sides of cliffs. Terraced groves where lemons are grown to be turned into limoncello. And the ever-present glimpse of...
Venice Survival Guide: Tips to Help You Love Your First Trip to Venice
Venice, Italy, is a bucket list destination for many people. And rightly so; I've been to a lot of cities around the world, and...
The Perfect 10-Days in Portugal Itinerary (Without a Car)
Portugal is by far one of the best-value destinations in Europe. And on top of its affordability, Portugal is also just an awesome place...
3 Delicious Things to Do in Rome if You Love Food
I tell people all the time that I am not really a “foodie” traveler; I'm no expert when it comes to local cuisine, and...
Why You Need to Visit the Incredible Island of Islay in Scotland
Scotland is one of my very favorite travel destinations in the world. Even after several trips there in the last few years, I keep...
A Harry Potter Lover’s Guide to London
London is one of my favorite cities in the world. I love the history, the neighborhoods, the pub culture, even the food. And I...
Things to Do on Senja: A Guide to Norway’s Underrated Island Destination
You guys know that I really love Norway. It's a country that offers some of my favorite things, including epic landscapes, delicious seafood, interesting...
10 Things to Do in Budapest for the History Lover
Ask me about my favorite cities in Europe, and I guarantee that up near the top will be Budapest, Hungary. Budapest was actually one...
A Harry Potter Lover’s Guide to Edinburgh, Scotland
It's been more than a decade since the release of the last Harry Potter book (and also a decade now since the release of...
How to Decide if an Active River Cruise is Right for You
I've been saying for the past few years that river cruising is probably one of the best ways to travel in Europe if you...
