Whether you’ve been there before or you’ve only seen the pictures, we can all instantly recognize it: a monumental red dome rising above a sea of ocher-colored buildings, a winding river spanned by a medieval bridge, and golden sunsets. Florence is like something straight out of a fairytale, and it’s no wonder that, for some, […]
It’s only natural that, when planning a trip in a European country, tourists will usually start with the capital. After all, it’s usually the largest city, most cosmopolitan hub, and a cultural heart of sorts. Think London and its bustling streets, double-decker buses, and iconic red telephone boxes, Paris with the Eiffel Tower and elegant […]
London is a bucket list destination for millions of Americans, and listen, we totally get it: who doesn’t want to risk a cheeky selfie with a red telephone box, stroll along the Thames riverfront, or witness the change of the Royal Guard with Buckingham Palace for a backdrop? The sad reality is, there are two […]
If you’re dreaming of your next trip across the pond, but have been waiting for the crowds to dwindle and that scorching weather to cool a little, chances are you’re eyeing September (or even early October) as your travel window. This summer, Europe has seen overtourism and extreme heat like never before, but it’s no […]
If you’ve been waiting for the summer season to die down to start planning your budget-friendly, chilled Italian getaway, only to find out, in utter shock, prices haven’t dropped, nor have crowds dwindled? Yeah, we’ve all been there. Believe it or not, at this point, Italy is expensive and crowded regardless of season, and for […]
Share The Article Summer is upon us, and if you’re planning on taking that Transatlantic flight to revel in the Old World’s ancient allure, it’s probably places like France, Italy, and Spain that first pop to mind. Gorgeous as it may sound, that idyllic vision of Europe with twinkling Eiffel Towers and Instagrammable, pastel-hue towns […]