Europe is fun. From east to west, Scandinavia to the Mediterranean and everywhere in between, the entire continent is a diverse, entertaining and rewarding travel destination. The hardest part is just picking which countries to visit first.
One of the biggest perks of traveling around Europe is the ease and convenience of going from one country to the next. Everything is just a bus, ferry, train or quick plane ride away. (None of those infamous 20-hour bus rides like in Asia.)
Food. Beer. History. Architecture. Adrenaline-pumping activities. Luxurious resorts and relaxing getaways. Enough off the beaten path adventures and quirky sights to fill a lifetime. No matter what you like, anything and everything can be found here.
“During summer when it’s 24 hours of daylight, we drink to celebrate that. When it’s winter and only a few hours of daylight, we drink just to get through it.” Welcome to Iceland, a country with a complex and interesting relationship love of alcohol — including several unique types of alcohol that are available nowhere … Read more
Barcelona is an eclectic and vibrant city with a captivating culture. Travelers from around the world flock here for a taste of that savory Spanish cuisine, to admire the city’s history and architecture, and of course for the opportunity to bump to Barcelona’s rhythmic musical beats once the sun goes down. Given all there is … Read more
No other country can compare to the awesomeness of Iceland off the beaten path. That legendary Viking history and countless tales of mystery. An intriguing culture and an even more intriguing cuisine. Plus the country is just far enough removed from its neighbors to make others curious about this icy island nation. Iceland Off The … Read more
Shipwreck Cove (aka Smugglers Cove) in Zakynthos is home to Navagio Beach, the most famous beach in all of Greece. This small but picturesque beach is now widely recognized by people around the world thanks to the four S’s — sand, scenery, shipwreck and a great story. Although the beach can only be accessed by … Read more
Cruising is the perfect way to see many places in a considerably short amount of time. You can literally go from one country to the next within hours, while you’re sipping a cocktail or swimming in a pool of a luxurious grand ship. So, if you want to leave your world behind – even if … Read more
Spend a few days exploring Helsinki and you’ll discover that the Finnish capital city is comprised of a beautiful yet eclectic collection of buildings. It is a place where Art Nouveau meets modern minimalism, with many historic buildings reminiscent of both Swedish or Russian styles of architecture….or both! I arrived early to explore the city … Read more
It was about 9pm on a mildly warm Tuesday night and little did I know that I would soon be bullfighting in Spain. Soon our bus came to a meandering crawl in Requena, Spain. This was not just any Tuesday night. It was the night before the annual tomato throwing festival known as La Tomatina. … Read more
Do you love an ice cold bottle of beer or a glass of wine? No, I’m not going to tell you to stop! In fact I’m most likely the one urging you to have another glass. Just don’t drink the same thing on vacation that you would be at home — try something new! Like … Read more
First time Vienna tourists will quickly notice that the city is rich in both food and culture, however there is much more than that driving tourists here. Overwhelming history. Amazing coffee. Excellent shopping. Countless nearby vineyards. As Austria’s capital and largest city, there is something for everyone here. That is undoubtedly part of the reason … Read more
Hugs? Nope, not in Finland. Not kosher. But a bunch of nude men wrestling in the mud or relaxing together in the sauna? Perfectly normal. Welcome to Finland! 😀 The only Nordic nation on the continent that is not part of Scandinavia. Did you know that? That one was free — below are 20 more … Read more
In the north of the Greek Ionian island of Zakynthos at an area called Skinari you will find the magnificent Blue Caves. Discovered in 1897 by Antonio Komouto, the Blue Caves are one of the island’s most famous natural attractions, attracting thousands of visitors each year. Located just below the lighthouse at Cape Skinari, they … Read more
Ahhhh Estonia. I totally ended up here by accident. One night we’re having drinks in Helsinki at the NBE Finland farewell party, the next morning I’m with a group of friends on the ferry from Helsinki to Tallinn, the capital of Estonia. Best decision ever! There are so many things you don’t know about Estonia. … Read more
