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It’s no secret that the holiday season is one of the busiest travel times of the year. After all, the kids are out of school, making it an ideal period to take that long-awaited family vacation. However, picking a place can be tricky, especially if you’re looking for a destination that doesn’t leave behind the…
River cruising has truly come into its own over the past few years. While previously targeting retirees, cruise companies have made great strides to freshen their ships and itineraries to appeal to younger couples, and even families. Whether you want to step inside a fairy-tale and visit Europe’s incredible castles and vineyards, see the wildlife…
Summer is the most popular time to travel to Europe, but if you want in on a little secret, read on: Fall is just as good, if not better. During this time of year, prices are cheaper, crowds are fewer, and the fact that there’s no air-conditioning at your hotel won’t put a damper on…
Budapest, Hungary’s capital, ranks high on many European itineraries, thanks to its historical character, esteemed thermal baths, vibrant ruin bars, world-class museums, and picturesque setting on the Danube River. But we recommend also exploring the country’s smaller cities, villages, and diverse nature offerings — all of which complement the big-city attractions. After all, Hungary has…
Travel can be the cure for some pretty monumental setbacks, from layoffs to breakups to illnesses. (“Eat, Pray, Love,” anyone?) When life hands you lemons, you may want to just wallow in the sourness, but try to resist that urge. Climbing a mountain, gazing at a serene island sunset, or stepping out of your comfort…
With the dollar still performing relatively well against major European currencies, it’s a good time to take a trip across the pond. While the destinations in Western Europe rely on the current relative strength of the dollar, those in the east have historically been, and still remain, a great value for travelers from the U.S.…
Cartagena, Colombia/Oyster Traveling with family and friends can be great, but a romantic vacation with your significant other is truly something special. In fact, a report from the U.S. Travel Association found that couples who travel together tend to have longer-lasting relationships than those who don’t. Plus, traveling sweethearts are likely to be more communicative,…
For a Europhile with vacation days, it can be hard to remember that there are actually seven continents. Our rally cry is “Europe or bust!” Thankfully, there’s enough on the continent to keep us exploring for a lifetime — and we’ve got the bucket list to prove it. If you’re constantly drawn across the Atlantic…
Bridges can be traced back to ancient times. Many are built to serve a useful function of providing passage over an obstacle, like a body of water, but there’s something romantic about them, too. After all, they connect places to each other, and they are accessible for anyone to walk over, preferably hand-in-hand. That said,…
Europe is known for many things, from historic sights to stunning landscapes to buzzing metropolises. Tying the three together are the grand palaces that have housed European royal families for generations, many of which are set on picturesque manicured grounds. Take a look at seven such architectural splendors spread across the European continent. We’ve also…
