Europe

Science fiction fans might recall Bruce Willis in the hit 1997 movie The Fifth Element, where, among other things, he played a futuristic cab driver. While the electrically-powered taxis won’t do the same acrobatics in the air as he did,…

This summer, many travelers in Europe have faced delays at the airport or canceled flights. This is leading to long-distance trains gaining in popularity. As Europe introduces more options for affordable rail travel, it is hoped that this…

These days, solo travel is often in the news as introverts enjoy spending vacation time alone. In fact, there is a subreddit of r/Travel relating to traveling solo where many introverts share the best places for vacationing alone. Titled,…

While many travelers use Formentera in the Balearic Islands of Spain as a day-trip destination, this quieter place has plenty to offer for a full vacation. In fact, Ibiza and Mallorca’s little sister, Formentera is less crowded, offering a…

You might not think of the UK when planning a vacation to scenic lands, but England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland all have incredible landscapes to enjoy. From the southern tip of England through to the Scottish Highlands and…

Admittedly, it is uncomfortable enough for local residents to have to fight for space on the sidewalks of seaside resorts in Spain. Meanwhile, many tourists stroll in the streets wearing only swimwear or bare-chested, giving close proximity…

Luxembourg is a tiny country, around the size of the state of Rhode Island, but this isn’t holding it back. It is not only the richest country in the European Union, but it is also considered to be the wealthiest in the world. With all this…

The River Seine in Paris is set to be the centerpiece of the 2024 Summer Olympics. This comes as the French city conducts a massive clean-up of the river’s water. The aim is to hold the Olympiad’s swimming events in the river as they were…

Across Spain right now, a number of beaches are banning smoking and smokers could face hefty fines if they ignore the ban. Barcelona, Mallorca and Ibiza are among the destinations changing over to non-smoking beaches. Read on to find out…

Following on from the pandemic, travel has taken off in a big way and with it being summer, hordes of tourists are spending time in Greece. Let’s face it, the country has gorgeous beaches, shaded from white to golden sand and even black…