When I was invited by Impact Travel Alliance, Visit Norway, and Norwegian Airlines to join a sustainable press trip to Norway in the middle of January, I was delighted. Visions of icy fjords and dogsled rides past herds of frolicking reindeer under … [Read more...] about 35 Photos of Norway in the Winter to Inspire your Wanderlust
Two Super Detailed Winter Europe Itineraries (for Two Weeks)
Our favorite time of the year to travel in Europe is during the winter. As the weather gets colder, the Christmas markets come to life, snow begins to fall, and it’s the perfect time to throw on cozy sweaters, puffy coats, and winter boots and wander … [Read more...] about Two Super Detailed Winter Europe Itineraries (for Two Weeks)
40 Things Nobody Tells You About Southern Italy Travel
You know when people who travel a lot say stuff like "each part of [country you've never been to] is SO different," and you kind of roll your eyes because it just sounds like a way to brag about how many different parts of the country they've been … [Read more...] about 40 Things Nobody Tells You About Southern Italy Travel
10 Things to do in Vienna in the Winter: The Ultimate Vienna Christmas Guide
Christmas Markets, palaces, classical music, coffee, cake, and a bunch of weird Hapsburg history: welcome to Vienna, Austria in the winter! Vienna is absolutely magical at Christmastime - and that's not just the Weihnachtspunsch talking. Walking … [Read more...] about 10 Things to do in Vienna in the Winter: The Ultimate Vienna Christmas Guide
Europe in Winter Packing List: 32 Essentials for Christmas Markets & Winter Weather
Living in California makes us antsy for winter. We crave snow and Christmas weather and yearn for hot mulled cider. But other than watching cheesy Christmas movies and crying into our peppermint bark every night, the only way we can get our Christmas … [Read more...] about Europe in Winter Packing List: 32 Essentials for Christmas Markets & Winter Weather
23 Photos Proving that Hallstatt, Austria in Winter is a Fairytale
Hallstatt, Austria is a fairytale come to life. I've been dreaming of visiting this magical village ever since I first saw a picture of it, and I knew instantly that I wanted to visit in winter. I'm a mountains & snow girl, and there's … [Read more...] about 23 Photos Proving that Hallstatt, Austria in Winter is a Fairytale
25 Hours Hotel Review, The Best Boutique Hotel in Vienna
25 Hours Hotel is a carnival themed boutique hotel in the heart of Vienna, Austria. Located in the Museum Quarter, near the Rathaus and Old Town, the location can’t be beat. The rooftop bar is a local favorite hangout, and a restaurant on site serves … [Read more...] about 25 Hours Hotel Review, The Best Boutique Hotel in Vienna
14 Enchanting Reasons to Visit Český Krumlov, Czech Republic this Winter
Český Krumlov is a medieval town located in the Bohemia region of the Czech Republic. It's also a UNESCO World Heritage site, so you KNOW it's gonna be freaking gorgeous. The town is built around a windy river at the foot of a giant castle, like that … [Read more...] about 14 Enchanting Reasons to Visit Český Krumlov, Czech Republic this Winter
Where to Stay in Vienna on a Budget: Hostel Ruthensteiner
As budget travelers, we always look for a good hostel in each destination we visit. This is particularly true in Europe, where even budget backpacking can be pricey. Hostels are the answer to our budget traveler dreams: the price and amenities can’t … [Read more...] about Where to Stay in Vienna on a Budget: Hostel Ruthensteiner
33 Magical Things to Do in Prague in Winter
Prague is one of the most stunning cities in Europe, with the added bonus of being budget-friendly AND having Christmas Markets that stay open after New Years (a HUGE plus!) And Prague in winter is magical: there's nothing more romantic than … [Read more...] about 33 Magical Things to Do in Prague in Winter
Winter Road Trip Through France: What Not to Do
Our off-season road trip through France was always doomed. It's not just that Jeremy and I seem to attract disaster like magnets made of whatever the opposite of disaster is. But we have particularly awful luck when it comes to cars. In the first … [Read more...] about Winter Road Trip Through France: What Not to Do
12 Charming Things to Do in Copenhagen in Winter
When we stepped off the plane in Copenhagen on a brisk December afternoon, we weren’t sure what to expect. We’d seen pictures of Copenhagen in the winter, which had given us high expectations of fairytale castles dusted with snow, Christmas Markets … [Read more...] about 12 Charming Things to Do in Copenhagen in Winter
25 Weird, Wacky, and Offbeat Museums in Brussels, Belgium
Brussels, Belgium is a fantastic starting point for any trip to Belgium: home to the most beautiful central plaza in all of Europe, the best beer & chocolate & waffles & fries & Speculoos cookies in the world, a tiny statue of a … [Read more...] about 25 Weird, Wacky, and Offbeat Museums in Brussels, Belgium
The Perfect Barcelona Food Tour: Tapas and Spanish Wine in Barcelona
Barcelona, Spain is home to many wonderful, amazing things. Balmy beaches. Catalan food. Fantastical buildings created by the famous architect, Gaudi. Spanish wine. Ancient, winding, narrow streets. Tapas. Towering Gothic churches. Catalan food, … [Read more...] about The Perfect Barcelona Food Tour: Tapas and Spanish Wine in Barcelona
14 Adorable Things to do in Bruges, Belgium at Christmas
Bruges, Belgium is possibly the most ridiculously adorable medieval town in Europe. Christmas in Bruges is a magical land of swans, horse-drawn carriages, chocolate shops, little lace shops, and Christmas Markets. Bruges in winter takes charm to a … [Read more...] about 14 Adorable Things to do in Bruges, Belgium at Christmas
The Brussels Beer and Chocolate Tour
It’s no secret that we love a good food tour when exploring a new place. Food tours are the best way to explore a city on foot while learning about its culture and history, in between stuffing yourself with as much excellent local food as you can … [Read more...] about The Brussels Beer and Chocolate Tour
The Beginner’s Guide to Belgian Beer & Where to Drink Beer in Belgium
I’m a snob about a lot of things - bourbon, coffee, Mexican food, etc. - but beer has never been one of them. I’m the kind of person who has a few beers they like, and those are my go-tos. So when we decided visit Belgium, I thought "Oh … [Read more...] about The Beginner’s Guide to Belgian Beer & Where to Drink Beer in Belgium
The Best Hostel in Antwerp, Belgium
There are many different kinds of hostels: some hostels feel like college dorms; some feel like futuristic pod-homes; some feel like mountain sanctuaries; a few even feel a bit like hostel summer camp. Every budget traveler has their favorite "type" … [Read more...] about The Best Hostel in Antwerp, Belgium