Europe Archives
The Global Solo Traveler’s Guide to Rideshare Safety
From petty scams to assault cases, rideshare safety isn't something to ignore, even if you use car services frequently. Here's how to stay safe.
3 Surprising Ways to Relive Medieval History Abroad
Interested in exploring our past through travel? Try these three approaches to historical travel: museum immersion, heritage sites, and living history events - practical tips included!
How Croatia Became One of the Most Popular Global Travel Destinations
How did a small Balkan country with a complicated 20th-century history rise to become a global travel powerhouse? Here's Croatia's tourism success story and its challenges for the future.
Screen Golf Culture: Why Seoul Should Be on Every Golf Traveler’s Radar
Seoul has quietly become the global capital of screen golf, and if you haven't experienced it yet, your golf bucket list is incomplete.
Savoring the City: Why a Guided Food Tour is the Ultimate Way to Travel
The best way to explore a city is through its food! Here's why you should always book a guided food tour when you're exploring a new destination.
Do Go Chasing Waterfalls: Why We Should Base at Least One Vacation Around a Waterfall Visit
Hearing a waterfall before you see it, and feeling the spray against your face from far away is a travel moment that everyone should experience at least once.
Exploring Two of Europe’s Most Beautiful Cities by Train
Traveling from Vienna to Prague by train combines ease with access to two cities that offer distinct but complementary experiences.
The Three Lighthouse Keepers Who Vanished Without a Trace
Just before Christmas 1900, the Flannan Isles Lighthouse went dark and the three keepers disappeared. What happened to them?
The U.S. and Britain Almost Went to War Over a Potato-Stealing Pig
A potato-stealing pig almost pushed America and England into war. Let's talk about the Pig War: a garden dispute that turned into an international incident.
Champagne Is One of the Only Wines Still Harvested Entirely by Hand
Nearly every major wine region on Earth uses machines to bring in the harvest - Champagne does not allow it. Here's how hand-picking protects the quality of the wine.
Pineapples Used to Be Luxury Rentals
For about 150 years, Europe absolutely lost its mind over a piece of fruit. Here's how a kid's snack today cost thousands of pounds in yesteryear.
Did You Know Scotland’s National Animal Is a Unicorn?
Most countries pick a real creature to stand for the nation…and Scotland chose a unicorn. Here's why it makes sense, and where you can see unicorns still!
How to Plan a Multigenerational Family Vacation: Destination, Budget, Activities & More
Planning a vacation spanning multiple generations takes more than picking a destination - you need a thoughtful look at how different life stages can coexist in one itinerary.
A Rick Steves Tour to Italy: Florence, Cinque Terre & More
Our ten-day Rick Steves tour to Italy was more than we had hoped for. It included Florence, Cinque Terre, Lucca, Volterra, and Rome!
The Water That Makes the Wine: Madeira’s Levadas and a Volcanic Island’s Agricultural Genius
Madeira has produced wine since the late 1400s, and Funchal's position as a maritime port helped it travel widely. Let's explore this island destination famous for its wine production!
A Day on Dinosaur Island! Finding Fossils on the Isle of Wight
Take a journey back in time to the Cretaceous period at Compton Bay on the Isle of Wight. Search for dinosaur fossils and witness the preserved footprints!
Coolcations: Travel to Stay Cool While Temps Rise
As temperatures rise and heatwaves intensify, a new summer travel trend is gaining significant momentum: the coolcation. Instead of chasing sunshine, travelers are planning summer vacations to escape the heat.Â
Happy Birthday, Gemini! Here Are 12 Travel Destinations Perfect for Your Style
Geminis are curious, versatile, and love variety. If you're a Gemini looking for a fabulous vacation destination, here are 12 that may speak to you!
Where Should You Travel Based on Your Love Language?
Daydreaming about your next trip? How you express and receive love can say a lot about the travel experience that will make your heart soar!
What if You’re an Adventurous Eater and Your Travel Buddy is a Picky Eater? Navigating Foodie Travel Preferences Without Drama
Is your approach to food wildly different from your partner's? Here's how you can travel and dine together without hangry arguments and grudging compromises.
 27 Off-the-Beaten-Path Places to Travel This Year
While places such as the Grand Canyon and Machu Picchu are must-visits, this may feel like the year to do something different. If you’re ready, see these best off-the-beaten-path places to travel!
8 Beautiful Remote Island Chains to Explore by Sailing or Cruising
If cruising around faraway lands is on your bucket list, let this collection of gorgeous destinations inspire you to start planning your ultimate adventure!
12 Incredible Motorcycle Routes to Add to Your Bucket List: Route 66, Trollstigen, the Garden Route & More
For those who crave the thrill of the open road, these legendary motorcycle routes serve up incredible views and enough twists and turns to make any ride an adventure.
From Pasta Making in Italy to Chef Training in Japan: 9 World Cooking Classes That’ll Make You the Most Fascinating Person in the Room
Are you a home cook looking to level up your kitchen skills? Try these amazing cooking workshops and intensive courses in Italy, Thailand, and beyond!
Which Magical Destination Should You Visit? 8 Places That’ll Make You Feel Like a Real-Life Fairy Queen
Some destinations are absolutely perfect for seeking otherworldly magic. These places hold ancient mysteries and glow with ethereal light...ready to find your fairy tale home away from home?