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12 Budget European Destinations to Add to Your RTW
12 Budget European Destinations to Add to Your RTW We talk a lot about budget destinations for a long-term or RTW trip, and Europe always seems to get a raw deal. But if you're planning an RTW trip, don't automatically leave Europe off the list. Here are 12 cities in 5 countries where it's still possible to travel inexpensively.
8 Incredible Ghost Towns to Visit in Europe
8 Incredible Ghost Towns to Visit in Europe By definition, a ghost town is an abandoned town or city. Some cities become ghost towns because the economic activity that supported them has failed; others are abandoned after natural or human-caused disasters such as earthquakes, floods, or war. Ghost towns can be found all over the world, but some of them have become very [...]
Germany By the Glass: Three Drinking Destinations Not to Miss
Germany By the Glass: Three Drinking Destinations Not to Miss Ask someone on the street which alcoholic drink they associate with Germany and nine out of ten times you will get one answer: beer. However, Germany has more to offer than this. Nadine Horn offers three suggestions for where to go and what to drink in Germany.
Kölle Aalaaf! Tips and Tricks to Surviving Karneval in Cologne, Germany
Kölle Aalaaf! Tips and Tricks to Surviving Karneval in Cologne, Germany Hoards of Kölsch-drinking natives and tourists crowding the streets, cheers of Viva Colonia! all around you, candy raining down upon your head. Need a little help navigating the colorful streets of Cologne, Germany during the Karneval season? Read on...
Announcing a New Europe Rail Tool (Plus 6 Reasons to Love It)
Announcing a New Europe Rail Tool (Plus 6 Reasons to Love It) We're pleased to announce BootsnAll Train Tickets - a new tool that gives you access to big discounts on Italy rail tickets and lets you book tickets easily and quickly for train travel throughout Europe.
Eat Your Way Around Barcelona
Eat Your Way Around Barcelona Planning a sojourn to Barcelona? Nellie Huang brings you on a culinary tour through Barcelona and shows you traditional fare and typical eats.
11 World War II Sights to Visit in England and France
11 World War II Sights to Visit in England and France It has been more than 70 years since the start of World War II, but tourists continue to visit war-related sights in Europe. Travel writer David Stewart White reviews a handful of important World War II venues in England and France.
Seven Culinary Experiences Not to Miss in Switzerland
Seven Culinary Experiences Not to Miss in Switzerland Foodies may search wide and far for the perfect culinary excursions, but when they travel to Switzerland, they'll find plenty of gastronomic delights. Whether travelers are on the hunt for wine, chocolate, cheese or other local specialties, JoAnna Haugen provides insight into what makes Swiss food special and where visitors to the country can find the perfect foodie experience.
Seven Reasons to Visit Spain’s Costa de la Luz
Seven Reasons to Visit Spain’s Costa de la Luz Why not every Spanish Costa is all about crowded beaches and full English breakfasts: Robin Graham shines a light on the tiny Costa de la Luz.
Nine Quirky Accommodation Options Around Europe
Nine Quirky Accommodation Options Around Europe Denise Pulis introduces nine special and quirky accommodation options around Europe which won't have you running for the door as soon as you wake up.