Moldova, a small, land-locked Eastern European country tucked between Ukraine and Romania, is one of Europe’s most overlooked destinations. It sees just over 300,000 visitors each year and is one of the least visited destinations in the world. Compared to European hotspots like Spain and France, which each welcome over 80 million visitors each year, […]
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Sibiu Travel Guide
Cobblestone streets, ancient town squares, castle walls, and historic buildings — Sibiu has everything you want in an old European city but without any of the crowds found elsewhere. Sibiu is located in the historical region of Transylvania and was the capital of the region at various points throughout history. First settled in the 12th […]
Denmark Travel Guide
Denmark is one of my favorite countries in the world. With its beautiful landscape, charming medieval-like towns, clean air, bike-friendly cities, and locals who love to have a good time (Danes frequently stay out until dawn), I can never visit Denmark enough. The Danes have a very ordered but happy lifestyle. To them, life is […]
Malta: The Country of Half-Neglected Buildings
In search of warmer weather during a winter trip to Europe, I headed to Malta. I’d never been before but it came so heavily recommended! While mostly a summer destination, I still loved my visit to the country but what I loved the most was what I had heard about the least!
Czech Republic Travel Guide
Nestled in the center of Europe, The Czech Republic (also known by its short name Czechia) is a country steeped in history. It’s a land dotted with castles, medieval towns, beautiful mountains, ancient ruins, and world-class wineries. Every year, more and more people visit this wondrous place but, sadly, they mostly stick to the capital, […]
Albania Travel Guide
Albania is one of Europe’s best-kept secrets. Though it increases in popularity each year, the country is largely ignored by tourists; many still think of it as a post-communist backwater (as if the world hasn’t changed in the last 30 years). Yet this is a land of untouched natural beauty, with a rich history dating […]
Bosnia & Herzegovina Travel Guide
Often overlooked because the country’s name is still synonymous with the Yugoslavian War of the 1990s, Bosnia & Herzegovina deserves your attention. It’s one of the most underrated destinations in Europe. Not a lot of people backpack or travel through the country but it is rich in history, culture, and natural beauty. Three major religions […]
Estonia Travel Guide
Tucked away in the Baltics, Estonia has become a popular destination thanks to cheap flights, beautiful cities, a wild nightlife, and the country’s stalwart support for digital nomads and remote workers (it’s also a popular spot for cruisers since many ships stop there as well). I loved my time here. Unlike the stereotypes many people […]
Lithuania Travel Guide
Lithuania is the southernmost Baltic state. It’s also the biggest. Like the rest of the Baltics, I think Lithuania is an underrated destination, especially by American tourists who don’t know much about it or its charming (and affordable) neighbors. Home to just under 3 million people, Lithuania has blossomed from its drab past into a […]
Embracing Change: Health Scares, Retirement, and Travel
After almost losing her husband to kidney failure, Donella decided it was time to make her travel dreams a priority. She and her husband retired and sold all of their possessions, embracing a new life of travel. In this interview, she shares her travel tips and insights for older travelers.
Slovenia Travel Guide
Slovenia is one of Europe’s least-visited destinations, which is crazy to me because it’s incredible! Known for its mountains, ski resorts, fabulous wine, extensive cave systems, incredible food, and postcard-perfect lakes, Slovenia offers all the beauty of Western Europe — but with a fraction of the crowds and for a fraction of the costs. Ljubljana, […]
Bergen Travel Guide
Bergen is my favorite city in Norway. Home to less than 300,000 people, it’s a small city with lots of museums and historic sites, plentiful fresh seafood, and stunning mountains and fjords that are easy to access. Being a university town, the city is both lively and charming. While it does get a lot of […]