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Tips for Backpacking in Europe That Students Can Use

A Weekend Getaway for the Ladies

Backpacking is a popular activity for students in Europe in that they can get to many amazing places on a budget. There are many important tips for students like yourself to be aware of before heading out around the continent.   Backpacking: Look for a Train Pass The first tip is to get a train […]

Most Amazing Facts about Monuments In Europe

View of Athens and the Erechtheum (porch of the Caryatids) from the Acropolis.

1. Eiffel Tower, Paris, France • The Eiffel tower was once repurposed as a giant radio antenna to save it from being demolished in 1909. • Temperature changes cause the height of the Eiffel tower to change by nearly 16 inches. • The French were smart: to keep Hitler from reaching the top of the […]

New Year’s Eve in Vienna

New Year’s Eve in Vienna, Austria

New Year’s Eve is special in every city, but in Vienna, the end of the year is a musical affair.  From world famous orchestras to waltz parties, elegant dance balls to crowded and joyful beer houses, every one celebrates New Year’s Eve in Vienna with a song in their heart and a dance in their […]

Your Guide on London’s Best Christmas Markets

European Tourism Trends in 2012

Do they know it’s Christmas time at all? – Okay, there are still a couple of weeks left until the Christmas season starts with Xmas songs blasting out in the radios and flashy shopping windows garnished in glamorous Santa attire. It is common practice, that the city’s Christmas Markets are the centre of attention during […]

What Are the Most Visited Museums In Europe?

Museums in Europe

Europe is home to a variety of impressive museums dedicated to many parts of history and culture. Here are some of the most popular ones that people visit every year. British Museum, London The British Museum is a site dedicated to the history and culture of the United Kingdom. The museum is home to many […]

How to Travel Europe by Train

Travel Europe by Train

Mastering the European Rail System One of the most popular ways to travel around Europe is by train because of the sheer expanse of the rail system and the convenience it affords travellers. You can quickly get from city to city all over Europe on the rails, without having to worry about driving or carrying […]

10 Best European Honeymoon Destinations

European Honeymoon Destinations

Europe offers numerous idyllic destinations in which to spend a fabulous, romantic honeymoon getaway. Europe has something for everyone, from urban escapes in the enchanting City of Lights to sun-drenched retreats in the Greek Islands and everything in between. Paris   For many couples, there is no better place on the planet to spend the […]

Top Ten Most Beautiful Castles in Europe

Autumn in France’s Loire Valley: Experience the Region at its Best

Seeing Europe’s most magnificent castles is often on or near the top of any traveler’s to-do list. If it’s on yours, consider visiting one or more of these stunning European castles. Mont Saint-Michel Mont Saint-Michel is perched atop a rocky islet in Normandy, about one kilometer off the coast, set among vast sandbanks that are […]

How Can I Travel Cheaply in Europe?

How Can I Travel Cheaply in Europe

Traveling through Europe can be expensive, but there are ways to make it more affordable. If you’re flexible, you might be surprised at just how cheap it can be by considering one or more of the following options. Travel in the off season   Traveling in the off season is an obvious way to save. […]

Traveling Solo in Europe – Tips for Traveling Abroad

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Traveling alone provides total freedom and independence with the opportunity to do whatever you want and go wherever you’d like. It also comes with a few drawbacks, but by following this “need-to-know” advice you can make the most of your solo travel experience. Safety concerns   You’re actually far less likely to be a victim […]

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