Britain has many stereotypes, mainly that its inhabitants are polite but repressed, love tea and thrive in a constantly grey and rainy environment. While it’s a common joke that Britain gets about two weeks of...
Category: Europe
8 Things Most Travellers Miss in Europe
Everyone lazes on the beaches of the Mediterranean and skis the pistes of Chamonix. We all want to party in Ibiza's buzzing bars or taste Spanish tapas in Barcelona. These are some of Europe's most...
10 Signs You Need to Go on Vacation to Europe
Europe is big and can seem overwhelming when you consider all the places you can visit for your next multi-day tour experience of a lifetime. But, skipping out on Europe is to miss out on...
17 Reasons to Visit Iceland in 2018
If you haven’t noticed all the hype about Iceland in the past couple of years, you will (quite rightly) be accused of living under a rock. Good news though: from the looks of things, the...
Your Guide to Il Palio di Siena
When you walk under the archway that marks the entrance to Siena on a sunny day in mid-August, you may as well be walking through a time machine. It’s the day of Il Palio di...
12 Reasons Why You Should Go to Italy
Updated in May 2022 Oh, Italy...the epitome of romance, culinary perfection, and architectural expertise. The birthplace of the Renaissance along with countless prolific artists and scholars whose influences extend into modern times. It's no wonder...
Why You Need To Visit Portugal Right Now
Portugal has always been the trendy hipster friend of Europe. With its consistently excellent taste in food, art, fashion and music, this neighbour to the Atlantic Ocean knows how to make you question your own taste...
Why Iceland Won 2016: 6 Reasons to Visit Europe’s Far Away Nation
Everywhere you turn it seems like you can't escape someone talking about Iceland. If you're familiar with the travel industry, then this remote island nation was even harder to avoid in conversation. It seemed like...
Danube vs Rhine River Cruises: Your Ultimate Comparison
What's the best way to get right into the heart of Europe? Taking a Rhine or Danube river cruise, of course! Multitudes of cruise companies offer plenty of ships and accommodation types that will suit...
8 Reasons to Visit Germany Right Now
“So, where are you off to this year?” a friend of mine asked me over a cup of coffee in Berlin recently. My answer: “Germany.” “No, I mean, I’m sure you’re planning on traveling a...