Visiting Europe in the summer—aka peak season—can turn into a total disaster if you pick the wrong destinations. That’s right, not all European cities are created equal in August. Some places are simply not worth the crowds, the unbearable heat, or the overall lack of charm that comes with the summer rush. Why spend your…
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…
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…
Once upon a time, I had a dream to move to Europe from the USA. But I didn’t have a job that could transfer me, a foreign partner ready to marry me, or even a single relative born in Europe. I checked—extensively. So, what was I to do? How could I really make this dream…
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…
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…
