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Vegetable barge in Dorsoduro, Venice, with a gondola passing by in front of it

Secret Venice: Off the Beaten Path Spots + Hidden Gems

St Peter's Square on sunny day with car parked in the square--checking out this square is a must-see when touring Vatican City!

The Ultimate Guide to Visiting the Vatican: Tips, Tricks + FAQ!

Kate Storm in a blue dress standing next to a Vespa on a street in Rome Italy--you'll see plenty of streets like this during your Rome vacation!

30+ Important Rome Travel Tips You Need to Know

The Most Instagrammable Places in Florence: Boboli Garden

19 Best Day Trips from Rome, Italy (+ How to Get There!)

Colorful pub painted red in Kenmare Ireland, one of the prettiest small towns in Ireland

15 Adorable Small Towns in Ireland (+ Map!)

Grote Markt in Bruges Belgium with 4 colorful buildings visible with green awnings out front--an essential stop during your 3 day Belgium itinerary

The Ultimate 3 Days in Belgium Itinerary

Mariana Grande, Capri, as seen from a boat, with bow of boat in the foreground.

9 Stunning Day Trips from Sorrento, Italy

Soller Mallorca from above, with sailboats parked in the brightly covered bay. Mallorca is one of the best road trips in Europe!

55 Epic Road Trips in Europe (Itinerary Ideas + Tips!)

View of Piazza di Spagna from above, one of the best viewpoints in Rome

7 Days in Italy: 7 Ways to Spend a Week in Italy

View of Monterosso al Mare beach from above on a sunny day, umbrellas are visible on the right side of the photo. This beach is one of the most instagrammable places in Cinque Terre!

15 Most Instagrammable Places in Cinque Terre + Fun Photo Spots

Photo of the Ionian Sea as seen from Taormina. There are cacti in the foreground of the photo.

17 Interesting Facts About Sicily, Italy’s Southernmost Region

Ragusa Ilba as seen from above in the Val di Noto, a must-see place during a Sicily road trip itinerary

The Ultimate Sicily Road Trip: An Epic 10 Days in Sicily Itinerary

Kate Storm standing with her back to the camera along the Grand Canal, a must-see during a Florence to Venice day trip! Gondolas are parked along the canal and Kate is wearing a cream sweater.

How to Take a Fun Florence to Venice Day Trip (No Tour Necessary!)

One Day in Strasbourg Itinerary: Square with Cafes

19 Best Things to Do in Strasbourg, France

Things to Do in Orvieto Italy: Umbrian Countryside

Driving from Rome to Florence: Where to Stop + Travel Tips!

Tiled buildings in the Alfama District of Lisbon Portugal on a sunny day

One Day in Lisbon: How to Explore Lisbon in a Day

Montmartre street scene with cafes to the left. Montmartre is one of the best neighborhoods to visit when deciding what to do in Paris at night

What to Do in Paris at Night: 21 Exciting Ideas

Photo of canal in Annecy France--leaving major cities to see beautiful towns like this is one of our top tips for traveling Europe!

75+ Essential Europe Travel Tips You Need to Hear

Kate Storm and Jeremy Storm in the Greek Theatre of Taormina Sicily

We Have to Go Back: Our Favorite New Destinations of 2019

Strasbourg Christmas market stalls set up under a tree with lights in it at twilight

Strasbourg in December: The Complete (Festive) Travel Guide

Kate Storm in a brown coat approaching the camera. Several houses decorated for Christmas in Colmar France are behind her.

Colmar in Winter: Epic Travel Guide + Christmas Market FAQ

Day Trip to Florence from Rome: View of Arno River

Secret Florence: Off the Beaten Path Spots + Traveling Slowly in Tuscany

Kate Storm in a blue long-sleeved shirt overlooking Killarney Natoinal Park--a must-see spot when planning a trip to Ireland!

How Much Does a Trip to Ireland Cost (On Any Budget)?

White trulli of Alberobello, one of the prettiest small towns in Italy

44 Small Towns in Italy That Are Worth a Detour

Kate Storm and Jeremy Storm standing in front of the Cliffs of Moher in Ireland shortly before sunset

How to Plan Your Magical Ireland Honeymoon

Slieve League Cliffs in Donegal Ireland, as seen during a fabulous Ireland road trip

Ireland Off the Beaten Path: 17 Secret Spots + Hidden Gems

Exterior of Belleek Castle Ireland

Belleek Castle, County Mayo: A Cozy Getaway in Ireland’s Countryside

Full Irish breakfast served in Dublin, one of the best things to try when looking for the best food in Ireland

The Best Food in Ireland: What to Eat + Experience

View of Split Croatia as seen from Marjan Hill on a sunny day--definitely don't missing visiting Split on your 10 days in Croatia itinerary!

The Ultimate 10 Days in Croatia Itinerary

View of Split Croatia Harbor with small boats in the foreground and palm trees in front of buildings in the background

One Day in Split: A Splendid Split Itinerary

View of Hvar Town from Spanish Fort with Pakleni Islands in the distance, one of the best things to do in Hvar Croatia

15 Best Things to Do in Hvar, Croatia

Borromini Forced Perspective Gallery at Palazzo Spada, shot from across the garden

How to Visit Palazzo Spada’s Offbeat Optical Illusion in Rome

Cluster of grapes almost ready to be harvested in the Tuscan countryside--wine tours can easily be one of the best day trips from Florence Italy!

21 Best Day Trips from Florence (+ Detailed Travel Advice)

View of the Roman Forum and Colosseum from tha Altare della Patria, one of the best viewpoints in Rome

15 Best Views of Rome (+ How to Visit!)

Rome off the beaten path: view of Galleria Sciarra looking up

Inside Galleria Sciarra, The Trevi Fountain’s Secret Neighbor

Eiffel Tower in Paris France as framed by trees

How to Plan an Epic 2 Week Europe Trip (+ Europe Itinerary Ideas!)

A photo of the front of a Venetian gondola in the foreground with the Grand Canal in the background--the absolute best views of Venice can be found from inside a gondola!

How to Take a Gondola Ride in Venice (+ Whether You Should)

View of fortress near Dubrovnik as seen from town walls, with Adriatic Sea in the foreground--when deciding whether to visit Split or Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik wins on views of the city itself!

Split or Dubrovnik: Which Coastal Croatian City is Right for You?

Tuscan countryside as seen from Montepulciano, with the countyside bathed in golden light--this Tuscany travel blog post will cover everything you need to know about finding spots like this during your Tuscany road trip!

The Perfect Tuscany Road Trip Itinerary (+ Driving Tips!)

Photo of the front of St. Mark's Basilica at night

What to Do in Venice at Night: 9 Fun Ideas

Grand Canal of Venice as seen from the Ponte dell'Accademia, one of the best Venice viewpoints!

11 Best Views of Venice (+ Map to Find Them!)

Exterior of Galerie Vero-Dodat passage, one of the beautiful hidden gems in Paris

Secret Paris: Off the Beaten Path Spots + Cool Hidden Gems in Paris

Madrid Royal Palace with garden in foreground, a must see during your 3 days in Madrid Itinerary!

The Ultimate 3 Days in Madrid Itinerary

View of the Eiffel Tower from Galeries Lafayette Department Store, a must-see during your 2 days in Paris itinerary

How Much Does a Trip to Paris Cost (On Any Budget)?

Photo of a piece of the Eiffel Tower sticking out from behind a tree with a sun flare on the left of the screen--you'll definitely see plenty of the Eiffel Tower during yoru weekend in Paris!

2 Days in Paris: The Perfect Weekend in Paris Itinerary

Le Consulat Cafe in Montmartre with no people in front of it, one of the most instagrammable places in Paris

55 Most Instagrammable Places in Paris: Epic Paris Photo Spots

Stacked bones as seen when visiting the Paris catacombs with a skull in the foreground on the left side of the photo

Visiting the Paris Catacombs: The Complete Guide

View of Paris Opera House and Eiffel Tower from rooftop of Galeries Lafayette, one of the best instagram spots in Paris

44 Magical Quotes About Paris to Inspire Your Trip

Islands off the coast of Santorini: read our guide for how to choose whether to visit Croatia or Greece!

Greece or Croatia: Which Coastal Getaway is Right for You?

St.Mark's Church as seen from the side in Zagreb Croatia, a must-see when spending one day in Zagreb itinerary

The Perfect One Day in Zagreb Itinerary

Howth Cliff Walk in Ireland, a fun bonus stop for your 10 day Ireland road trip itinerary. Wildflowers are in the foreground and a lighthouse in the background.

11 Best Day Trips from Dublin, Ireland (+ Tips!)

Torc Waterfall in Killarney National Park, a must-see during your 10 day Ireland road trip!

The Ultimate 10 Day Ireland Itinerary: Ireland Road Trip Extravaganza

Photo of a rowboat in a lake in Killarney National Park Ireland--definitely be prepared for all weather when putting together your Ireland packing list!

Planning a Trip to Ireland: Your Easy 9-Step Checklist

Rocky coastline along Slea Head Drive, Dingle Peninsula drive Ireland

Slea Head Drive: The Ultimate Guide to Dingle Peninsula’s Epic Road Trip

Colorful buildings in Doolin Ireland near the Cliffs of Moher

11 Delightful Things to Do in Doolin, Ireland

Cobblestone streets surrounding colorful buildings in Dublin Ireland

The Complete 2 Days in Dublin Itinerary

Deck of Cards with St Colman's Cathedral in the background as seen in Cobh Ireland

10 Cool Things to Do in Cobh, Ireland

Kate Storm standing on a pebble beach on Dingle Peninsula, Ireland. Minard Castle is behind her. This is a great example of what to wear in Ireland!

The Ultimate Packing List for Ireland (+ What to Wear!)

Quiet street in Venice, to be visited on this 2 week Italy itinerary

Venice or Rome: Which Italian Masterpiece is Right for You?

View of Riomaggiore at sunset with the sea in front of it--one of our Cinque Terre tips is to watch at least one sunset in the villages if you can!

17 Quick Cinque Terre Tips You Need to Hear

Kate Storm looking toward San Marco Campanile from Scala Contarini del Bovolo, which is an excellent place to visit during 2 days in Venice

25 Most Instagrammable Places in Venice: Must-See Photo Spots

View of Manarola, One Day in Cinque Terre

How to Travel from Florence to Cinque Terre (By Train, Car, or Tour)

View of Taormina as seen from grounds of the Greek theatre. You can see the bottom of Mount Etna, the peak is covered by clouds.

11 Best Things to Do in Taormina, Sicily

Senanque Abbey shot from above--the abbey is in the bottom left of the shot with lavender fields to the right--definitely stop here on your France road trip!

Ultimate South of France Itinerary: Provence + French Riviera

Photo of the Faraglioni of Capri taken from the Garden of Augustus. There are boats in front of the Faraglioni and the cliffs of Capri to the left.

Honeymoon in Italy: How to Plan the Perfect Trip

Street in Goult France with a stone building framed with blue shutters on the right

Visiting Goult, The Unsung Gem of Provence’s Luberon Valley

Photo of an empty road on the left, with the Verdon Gorge to the right. The turquoise river of the gorge is visible in the center of the photo. Definitely worth stopping here on a France road trip!

17 Useful Tips for Planning a Fun France Road Trip

Photo of the village of Gordes France taken from above. The village is visible on the left and countryside on the right. Gordes is considered one of the best places to visit in the south of France!

21 Epic Places to Visit in the South of France

Buildings in front of harbor of Cassis France, their reflections are on the water in the bottom half of the photo.

The Many Charms of Cassis, France: Things to Do + Guide

Photo of Grand Canal of Venice taken from Rialto Bridge, with a gondola in the bottom right corner--definitely find this view when spending one day in Venice!

One Day in Venice: How to See Venice in a Day

Austria Christmas Market Trip: Innsbruck Houses in December

The Ultimate (Cozy) Packing List for Europe: Winter Edition

Staircase of books at Libreria Acqua Alta in Venice as seen from the side, two ship's wheels are propped up on the righthand side.

Inside Libreria Acqua Alta, Venice’s Unique Bookstore

Cliffs of Capri with bright blue water and boats visible to the left. Definitely consider a visit here when planning a trip to Italy!

Planning a Trip to Italy: Your Easy 11-Step Checklist

Photo of a street in Budapest lined by leafy green trees. Dome of Hungarian Parliament is in the distance.

One Day in Budapest: How to See Budapest in a Day

Photo of Positano from above. The town and cliff is on the right, beach at center bottom, and sea with boats to the left. Recommended stop on a 3 day Amalfi Coast itinerary.

The Ultimate 3 Day Amalfi Coast Itinerary

Riomaggiore at sunset from viewpoint above the town, Cinque Terre: visiting here if at all possible is definitely among our best travel tips for Italy!

101 Important Travel Tips for Italy

Photo of woman overlooking colorful houses of Burano from a bridge on a day trip from Venice to Burano.

Venice to Burano: The Complete Guide to Visiting Burano from Venice

Photo of the Rialto Bridge from below, an essential stop on your 2 days in Venice itinerary!

The Ultimate 2 Days in Venice Itinerary

Photo of Via Krupp and the sea seen from above on a Day Trip to Capri

How to Take a Captivating Day Trip to Capri

View of Vernazza Harbor from Above: One Day in Cinque Terre Itinerary

The Perfect One Day in Cinque Terre Itinerary

View of Budapest from St Stephen's Basilica in Budapest in November, with bell tower of cathedral on the right.

Budapest in November: Worth the Trip? (+ Tips!)

Photo of Vernazza from above, Cinque Terre or Amalfi Coast

Amalfi Coast or Cinque Terre: Which Sublime Italian Coastline is Best?

Pretoria Fountain from above: Best Things to Do in Palermo Sicily

17 Things to Do in Palermo, Sicily’s Surprising Capital City

2 Weeks in Italy Itinerary: View of Siena

France or Italy: Which Destination is Right for You?

Bike leaning against bridge over a canal in Annecy, France

11 Things to Do in Annecy, France’s Lakeside Gem

Empty close up of the Spanish Steps in Rome, Rome in a Day

One Day in Rome: How to Conquer Rome in a Day

Sun chairs on blue rooftop in Santorini, Honeymoon in Santorini Itinerary

Honeymoon in Santorini: How to Plan the Trip of a Lifetime

Things to Do in Bologna: San Petronio's Terrace, Florence to Bologna Train

How to Travel from Florence to Bologna (By Train!)

Clock tower in Kotor Old Town: Best Things to Do in Kotor Montenegro

15 Best Things to Do in Kotor, Montenegro

Couple in front of Colosseum: Visiting Rome in Winter

Rome in Winter: 21 Reasons to Visit + Tips

3 blue domes of Santorini, 3 days in Santorini itinerary

The Ultimate 3 Days in Santorini Itinerary

Stalls at Athens fruit market, seen on Athens food tour, 2 days in Athens itinerary

Why You Need to Take an Athens Food Tour

Colosseum at Blue Hour: What to Do in Rome at Night

What to Do in Rome at Night: 14 Exciting Ideas

Photo of the island of Capri being approached by boat. You can see the sea at the bottom of the photo. Capri is an iconic destination to keep in mind when putting together your packing list for Europe summer!

The Ultimate Packing List for Europe: Summer Edition

4 Days in Rome Itinerary: Trastevere

33 Most Instagrammable Places in Rome: Photo Spots You Can’t Miss

Faraglioni of Capri as seen on a boat tour while visiting the Amalfi Coast area.

17 Beautiful Beach Towns in Italy

Athens Parthenon--if your dream trip includes this view, your choice between visiting Greece or Croatia is clear!

The Perfect 2 Days in Athens Itinerary

Fun Things to Do in Dubrovnik Croatia: View of Fort Lovrijenac viewed from city walls

A Dazzling One Day in Dubrovnik Itinerary

What to wear in Rome: street scene in Centro Storico

What to Wear in Rome for Women & Men: Complete Guide (By Season!)

Fun Things to Do in Dubrovnik Croatia: view of Old Town from Minceta Fortress

33 Fun Things to Do in Dubrovnik, Croatia