It’s almost impossible to summarise Europe as a whole. The highlights reel would run into hours. Europe is the traveller’s lolly jar: lots of epic, distinct destinations and experiences packed into a relatively small space.
Road tripper? Beach lover? Island hopper? Alpine adventurer? Maybe you’re happy wandering ancient towns for hours on end? Perhaps, like us, you’d go to extreme lengths to hunt down an original Caravaggio or search out the remnants of an ancient Roman road. Or maybe you like nothing better than sipping a sunset vino sourced from nearby vines, while watching the world go by in a local town square. Europe offers a little bit of travel Nirvana for everyone. The history, culture, food, people, tradition, architecture and, of course, the nature will always keep us coming back for more.
Posts from Europe
Driving in Italy: Our Top Tips and What to Expect
Planning a road trip in Italy? In this post, we share our experience of driving in Italy as a tourist, what to be aware of, and what you can do to prepare before you go. Planning a road trip in Italy? In this post, we share our experience of driving …
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Austdalsbreen: A Guide to Our Favourite Glacier Hike in Norway
Find out what to expect on a glacier hike in Norway at Austdalsbreen, including our first-hand experience of the trip, along with tips on planning, packing and where to stay. Norway is home to more than 2,500 glaciers. They inch down its mountainsides and carve through the valleys of its …
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Norway Road Trip Itinerary: An Epic Self Drive Adventure
This incredible two-week Norway road trip itinerary follows a 14-day loop from Oslo through Stavanger, Bergen, the western fjords, Ålesund and Trondheim, taking in some of the world’s most scenic driving along the way. This incredible two-week Norway road trip itinerary follows a 14-day loop from Oslo through Stavanger, Bergen, …
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Northumberland 250 Road Trip: A 7-Day Itinerary from Newcastle
Plan the perfect Northumberland 250 road trip with our 7-day itinerary starting from Newcastle. Discover wild beaches, historic castles, ancient abbeys, atmospheric border towns, Roman ruins, dark-sky landscapes and some of the most scenic driving in northern England. Plan the perfect Northumberland 250 road trip with our 7-day itinerary starting …
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10 Scenic Road Trips from London: Beautiful Countryside Day Drives
Looking for scenic road trips from London? We’ve put together 10 countryside driving routes just beyond the M25 ring road that will get you out for the day into some of the most beautiful landscapes in southeast England. Looking for scenic road trips from London? We’ve put together 10 countryside …
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The Ultimate Istanbul Itinerary for Exploring History, Food & Culture
Our comprehensive, self-guided 4 day Istanbul itinerary brings together the very best of the city’s history, food and culture. It can also be easily adapted for a shorter or longer stay in this unforgettable city. Our comprehensive, self-guided 4 day Istanbul itinerary brings together the very best of the city’s …
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Where to Stay in Istanbul – Guide to the Best Districts & Hotels
Wondering where to stay in Istanbul? From Sultanahmet to Karaköy, our Istanbul guide will help you discover the best neighbourhoods for history, culture, local vibes, upmarket stays and everything in between – along with our top recommendations in each area. Wondering where to stay in Istanbul? From Sultanahmet to Karaköy, …
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Discover the Magic of the Causeway Coastal Route: A Northern Ireland Road Trip Itinerary
Get ready for an unforgettable Northern Ireland road trip from Belfast to Derry-Londonderry with our complete planner and multi-day itinerary for driving the spectacular Causeway Coastal Route, visiting all of the top sights along the way, from the wild clifftops of Fair Head to the legendary Giant’s Causeway. Get ready …
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Road Trip Tuscany, Umbria and Le Marche: Explore the Best Hill Towns of Italy
Explore the best hill towns of Italy as you road trip Tuscany, Umbria and Le Marche, a journey that combines stunning views, medieval history, Renaissance art and architecture, and delicious food and wine into a single, unforgettable trip. Explore the best hill towns of Italy as you road trip Tuscany, …
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