In recent years, Ukraine has evolved into a popular budget travel destination. While it might not have the polish and attractions you find in Western Europe, it more than makes up for that with cheap prices, beautiful landscapes, historic buildings, and sparse crowds. Ukraine gained independence after the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991 […]
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Belgium Travel Guide
Belgium may be small (it’s one of the smallest countries in Europe) but when it comes to things to see and do it punches well above its weight. The country boasts over 1,000 breweries and Belgian brewers were some of the first in the world to perfect the beer-brewing process. And the country’s chocolate rivals […]
Romania Travel Tips
I had no idea what to expect when I first visited Romania. Beyond the stereotypical vampire myths and legends of Transylvania, I knew shockingly little about the country. What I found on arrival was a budget-friendly destination brimming with hearty food, amazing natural landscapes, and a fraction of the tourists found elsewhere in Europe. The […]
Spain Travel Guide
Spain is a country that moves slow. This is the land of the siesta. It’s a place for foodies, night owls, history buffs, religious pilgrims, and anyone not in a rush to do just about anything! It’s a huge country with a lot of variety: Madrid and Barcelona are hip and energetic cities, Granada has […]
Slovakia Travel Guide
Slovakia is a Central European country known for its dramatic mountainous landscapes, medieval history, and stunning architecture. As a land-locked country, it’s been part of numerous empires and governments throughout its history, all of which have left their own unique influence on the region. I’ve visited Slovakia several times over the years and I’m always […]
My Suggested 3 Day Itinerary for Budapest
Last Updated: 3/13/24 | March 13th, 2024 Before I first visited Budapest, I pictured the city as a rundown former Communist capital with little to do. I thought it would be drab. Fortunately, I was wrong. Very wrong. Budapest is a vibrant city with a rich history, beautiful parks and buildings, bustling food halls, cool […]
Latvia Travel Guide
Located on the Baltic Sea between Lithuania and Estonia, Latvia is a country often overlooked by travelers to Europe. Yet this unappreciated country is affordable, safe, and offers a beautiful landscape dotted by wide beaches, ancient castles, and dense, sprawling forests. Latvia’s capital, Riga, is home to a huge central market, art nouveau architecture, and […]
Reader Stories: How DJ Made All His Dreams Come True
Updated: 12/03/19 | December 3rd, 2019 In our last reader story, I highlighted the story of Vikram and Ishwinder, an Indian couple who navigated a complex visa system in order to travel the world. Indians face a lot of restrictions on where they can visit and, for most countries in the world, an extensive visa […]
Budapest Travel Guide
Budapest, known for its fascinating history and its rocking nightlife, is a popular budget-friendly backpacker destination located on a beautiful stretch of the Danube River in Hungary. This vibrant capital is home to spacious parks, grand historic buildings, bustling food halls, hip underground bars, and centuries-old thermal baths. The city is popular with budget backpackers […]
Montenegro Travel Guide
Montenegro is a tiny Balkan country home to rugged mountains, medieval towns, and miles of picturesque beaches. With just over half a million people, Montenegro has become a recent hotspot for backpackers, though it’s still overlooked by most budget travelers. Offering idyllic gems like Kotor, with its stunning medieval architecture and fjord-like bay, as well […]
France Travel Guide
Wine, cheese, the Eiffel Tower, historic castles, beautiful beaches, snooty waiters — France is famous for a lot of things. It’s a beautiful country with stunning coastlines, picturesque valleys, world-class wine, and tons of history. And despite what you might hear, the French are a wonderful people who love to stop and smell the roses. […]
Germany Travel Guide
Germany. The country is synonymous with beer, sausages, incredible hiking, majestic castles, serious people, and wild techno parties. It’s huge, diverse, and utterly amazing. There’s a vibrant art and music scene in Berlin, beautiful forests in the west, majestic cathedrals and castles throughout the country, picturesque “Sound of Music” cities in the south, and overlooked […]