Two weeks in Italy by train
02-07-2020Planning a two-week trip in Italy by train can seem overwhelming. There is so much to see, and each village, city and region has something special to offer. Do you start in the nor...
Best Events in Europe in November
31-10-2018When the calendar changes to November, you know winter is fast approaching. But don’t despair! There are still plenty of things on the go across the continent. There are fest...
Best Cities in Europe for Urban Exploration
05-04-2018Not inspired by traditional museums or moved by panoramic vistas? Then turn your attention to other equally fascinating and impressive sights in the form of Europe’s abandoned buil...
10 of the Best European Capital Cities by Rail
06-11-2017There’s something special about Europe’s capital cities. Each has a shared stately presence, mixed with unique cultures, history, customs, traditions, and style. The strong sense o...
5 Family-Friendly Destinations in Europe by Rail
13-04-2017Europe may have a stellar reputation for backpackers and solo travelers, but it’s also full of family-friendly destinations. Many of these are easily accessible by rail – an elemen...
Switzerland and Italy in Two Weeks
10-01-2017Switzerland and Italy are two of Europe’s most visited countries. They attract around 80 million tourists a year! But this isn’t all just down to good marketing. These countr...
10 More Cities to See If You Love European Architecture
24-11-2016Europe is a playground for architecture buffs. From medieval monasteries and Renaissance castles to cutting-edge modern design, European architecture is the world’s most vari...
5 Creepy Spots to Spend Halloween in Europe
26-10-2016If you’re spending Halloween in Europe, you don’t need to miss out on the excitement and festivities you’re used to back home. Many European cities take Halloween very seriou...
6 Famous Museums in Europe Worth Your Time
12-10-2016Europe is in many ways the cultural capital of the world. Nowhere is this more obvious than in the hundreds of diverse museums that populate most of the continent’s cities. Are you...
6 of the Most Impressive European Cathedrals
14-07-2016Europe is home to many of the world’s most spectacular churches and cathedrals. Regardless of your religious affiliations, there’s something quite grand and majestic about these ic...