Europe
Europe is blessed with having dozens of diverse nations, cultures, architectural styles and types of cuisine, all crammed into a (relatively) small space. Travelling around the continent is a breeze and while it’s not the cheapest place to travel (it’s more expensive the further west you go), it’s definitely worth every penny.
Tips For Planning a Trip to Eastern Europe
We announced our travel plans on our YouTube channel a couple of weeks ago, and since then, our days and thoughts have been consumed with planning this epic trip. As with preparing for a journey anywhere in the world, there are many things to think about, and plan for, when embarking on a European adventure! ...
Fantastic France: 5 Things to Do
The following article was written by Tom Mcloughlin. Read more about Tom in the author’s bio at the bottom of this post. There are so many more amazing places to visit in France than just Paris and the Eiffel Tower. There are some other excellent regions to visit such as Provence, Alsace, Burgundy, Normandy, Bordeaux, Brittany ...
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5 of the Best Mediterranean City Breaks
The following article was written by Tom Mcloughlin (aka Backpacker Boy). Read more about Tom in the Author’s Bio at the bottom of this post. There are many wonderful destinations to explore in the Mediterranean region. These range from small idyllic islands to bustling cosmopolitan cities that are rich in history and culture. If you’re looking ...
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Cruising Crete By Car: 5 Must-See Stops
Crete is the largest and most populous of the Greek Islands, and is actually the fifth largest island in the Mediterranean. At 260 x 60 kilometers (8,336 km2), a destination this enormous deserves ample time to explore! There are some local buses and taxis available, however, we recommend renting a car for the duration of your ...
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Sunsets & Side Trips: Making The Most Of Santorini
All of the romantic visions that you have of Santorini are true. Cycladic style houses, castles and churches cling to a rocky Greek island volcano caldera, their whitewashed facades and powder-blue roofs offering a lovely contrast to the azure sky and the calm waters of the Mediterranean Sea, some 300 meters below. Santorini is everything you would hope ...
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Athens, Santorini & Crete – Our Big, Fat, Greek Vacation!
As our plane touched down in Athens, we were relieved. Having been in the Middle East, surrounded by Islamic culture and sights for so long, we were delighted to see pork and alcohol for sale, and were even more thrilled that I didn’t have to cover up my body! As much as we enjoy travelling in ...
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