A rainy day view through a window covered in raindrops. In the background, a river, a docked white and blue boat, and a cityscape with buildings on a hill are visible under a gray, overcast sky. A blurred figure walks along the wet pavement.

Worst Places to Visit in Europe in the Off-Season (+ Where to Go Instead!)

Traveling to Europe in the off-season is my favorite time to visit! Why? Oh, because it’s less expensive and way less crowded—the major cities, that is.  But… not every European destination is worth visiting in the off-season. Some cities are cold, rainy, and lifeless, while others shut down completely, leaving you with nothing to do…

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Best European Cities For Solo Female Travelers On A Budget

When I first started traveling solo to Europe in 2009, I was always drawn to the most famous destinations, such as Paris, London, and Rome. And while they are amazing destinations, they aren’t all that budget-friendly. Like, not even a little!  So, if I wanted to travel often, I had to start traveling smarter and…

Hidden Gems of Europe

12 Lesser Traveled Destinations in Europe & How To Get There

It’s time to curate your bucket list with what I like to refer to as the “hidden gems of Europe!” While I acknowledge the allure of famed destinations like Rome, London, and Paris, they don’t quite qualify as ‘Lesser Traveled.’ The cities I am about to list are a bit more tucked-away European treasures that…

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Solo Travelerโ€™s Christmas: Best Cities in Europe to Visit (and Ones to Avoid)

Are you planning to travel solo this holiday season? If, like me, you’ve been daydreaming about a European getaway inspired by the movie The Holiday, spending Christmas in a foreign destination might just be the perfect adventure! But let me tell you, some European destinations can leave you feeling lonelier than expected, making you wish…

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Places in Europe I Won’t Visit Again: Where I Will Go Instead

Are these the worst places to visit in Europe? For your budget, they might be. While these destinations aren’t necessarily terrible, they’re not the best options for your travel experience. The title “Places in Europe I Won’t Visit Again” might sound harsh, but it doesn’t mean I hated these places or wouldn’t recommend them under…