2 Weeks in Germany from South to North
15-10-2020“Berlin is the best big city in Europe”, said almost all my friends who’d been. It’s the city of the moment, they said, thanks, mainly, to the parties, the coffee and the creatives...
The Best Places to Celebrate Carnival in Europe
13-02-2020If you’re new to the concept of Carnival in Europe, here’s a quick breakdown. It’s a popular event that takes place each year before the season of Lent, which usually falls somewhe...
Where the locals go in Frankfurt
06-02-2020Frankfurt has the reputation of being a banking city and little else: it’s the HQ of the European Central Bank, after all. Ask the locals, however, and they’ll tell you a completel...
7 Alternative Christmas Markets by Train
24-10-2019Europe is the home of Christmas markets. Vienna’s was the first in 1298, while Germany’s famous Christkindlmarkts began in 1384. Naturally, you can now find the world&#...
How to visit Oktoberfest: a guide to Germany’s biggest...
12-09-2019Are you ready for pretzels, roasted chickens and more beer in a few days than you’d normally drink in a year? Good, because that’s basically what Oktoberfest is ALL abo...
Where the Locals go in Cologne
05-09-2019The largest city on the Rhine, Cologne seems to have it all, including a convenient location: Brussels, Amsterdam, Luxembourg and Paris are all four hours by train, so it’s worth d...
Where to see the most scenic fall colors in Europe
15-08-2019Fall can easily be mistaken for a season of gloom, as temperatures drop and nights grow longer. But fall is actually an opportunity. An opportunity to dig out your cosiest sweaters...
Best Events in Europe in July
20-06-2019Summer is in full swing in July in Europe, which can only mean one thing – it’s festival time. Cities across the continent stop what they’re doing to celebrate all-time classics an...
Best Events in Europe in June
23-05-2019June may just be the best month of the year to explore Europe by rail, especially if you’re looking to soak up culture, music, and street festivals. With warmer temperatures sweepi...
Best Events in Europe in April
21-03-2019April is a fascinating time to travel in Europe, especially if you’re a fan of traditional festivals. As spring and Easter approach, you can expect a slew of religious festivals an...