I returned from my first Eurail trip only to be met with the predictable questions. Those about settling down, focusing on the real world, and growing up. And for the first few wee...
I sat down at the hostel bar and waded into that all-too-common icebreaker with the lone traveler alongside me. “Where to next?” I asked without making eye contact. “Prague,” came ...
These days it’s easy to see Europe as a single destination. This is especially true given just how simple it is to hop across the continent by rail. Chances are, you won’t ev...
If you’re about to tie the knot, there’s a good chance you’ll be looking for honeymoon destinations in Europe. There’s no shortage of romantic cities you can reach by train, ...
If you think touring ancient European castles is thrilling, try spending the night in one! Though most castles open to the public don’t allow you to stay over, there are dozens of ...
Today is Blue Monday, the most depressing day of the year according to some. Even though Blue Monday is not based on any scientific research (the day was in fact created by a Briti...
With high profile neighbors like Germany, Switzerland, and Italy, it’s understandable that Austria still seems to fly beneath the radar. But overlooking this country would be a mis...
Politics and travel don’t often mix. With many European countries experiencing shifting political patterns, you might prefer to skip the topic altogether. But that’s no reason to m...
Winter is a unique time to visit the European continent. Crowds are usually thinner, train rides take on a whole new atmosphere, and there’s also a palpable feeling of festivity fl...
Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year. It’s a time for family, presents, demons and witches. Wait, what was that again!? Well, some European Christmas traditions are a l...
