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Top 10 Things to do in Edinburgh

Jason EverettFebruary 10, 2022January 16, 2022

The capital of Scotland since the 15th century, Edinburgh is known around the world for its historic architecture but also as a center for culture and education. Both its Old and New Towns are listed together as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and events like Hogmanay and the Edinburgh Fringe Festival attract thousands of additional tourists to this already popular destination. A great city to visit at any time of the year, Edinburgh has many different attractions. Continue reading to discover our recommendations for the top 10 things to do in Edinburgh.

Top 10 Things to do in Florence

Jason EverettFebruary 10, 2022January 16, 2022

Back in the 14th century Florence was the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance. Bringing Europe out of the clutches of the Black Death and the Dark Ages, the Renaissance signaled a time of light, beauty and discovery and Florence still very much represents that today. This magical city is the capital of the Italian region of Tuscany, and it attracts millions of tourists every year. Filled with Renaissance art and architecture, monuments, and culture, Florence has enough to keep you busy for weeks. If you’re itching to see the best of the city though, we’ve put together our recommendations for the top 10 things to do in Florence.

Top 10 Things to do in Fuerteventura

Jason EverettFebruary 10, 2022January 16, 2022

Situated just 62 miles (100 km) off the coast of Africa, the island of Fuerteventura is part of Spain’s Canary Islands, though it has many similarities to nearby Africa. The rugged landscape features volcanoes and cliffs that make way to beautiful beaches, and the homes and buildings have an African feel to them. Renowned for being a sun and sand destination, Fuerteventura has many other things to see and do as well. Read on to find out which Fuerteventura attractions should be on your top 10 list.

How to go from Milan to Venice

Jason EverettFebruary 10, 2022January 13, 2022

It’s a jaunt through the middle of the Po Valley and across the heart of north-western Italy when you go from the fashion-mad metropolis of Milan to the romantic canals of Venice. In a straight line, the distance you’ll need to cover is just over 150 miles, but the direct motorways and trainlines run a … Read more

Airbnb in Dublin

Jason EverettFebruary 10, 2022January 13, 2022

Jigging to Irish ditties and swaying with foot-stomping folk pubs, alive with roaring rugby stadiums and the hearty taverns of Temple Bar, adorned with Georgian-era houses and medieval castles that date back to the times of the Normans, Dublin is one downright enthralling city. It’s a major weekend break destination for Brits and Europeans, thanks … Read more

Airbnb in Edinburgh

Brooke AddisMay 23, 2022January 13, 2022

Crowned by one of the greatest castles in Scotland, bejewelled by a brilliant Old Town, awash with taverns dipped in drams of whisky, and flaunting fantastic Gothic and Baronial buildings by the bucket load, Edinburgh is a dreamy destination for a few days’ break. Delve in to wander the Royal Mile and witness the grandeur … Read more

Airbnb in Valencia

Brian BaumgartnerMay 23, 2022January 13, 2022

Valencia is a feast for both the eyes and the belly. Gargoyle-topped churches and filigreed Art Nouveau architecture grace the cityscape, rolling through the maze of the Ciutat Vella to bohemian barrios like Ruzafa. Everywhere you go, the scents of cinnamon and spice and seafood rise and twist between the alcoves and the orange trees, … Read more

Airbnb in Stockholm

Brian BaumgartnerMay 23, 2022January 13, 2022

Hopping from island to island in the city centre of Stockolm is one of the most enthralling urban experiences in Europe. You’ll be drawn first to the fairy-tale lanes and cobbled squares of the Gamla Stan, where crooked merchant’s houses jumble down wonky streets before the great palaces of the Swedish royals. Next could be … Read more

How to go from Amsterdam to Brussels

Brooke AddisFebruary 10, 2022January 12, 2022

Swap stroopwafel for frites and mayo; trade Dam Square for the Grand Place; ditch Van Gogh for the Manneken Pis – that’s what the trip from Amsterdam to Brussels is all about. It covers a little over 130 miles when going by road, cutting through the flower fields and windmill-dotted lowlands of the Netherlands before … Read more

How to go from Amsterdam to Berlin

Brooke AddisMay 6, 2022January 12, 2022

Whether you’re a backpacker on a bucket-list-busting Interrail trip or a Dutch business traveler looking to hit the boardrooms of Germany’s economic powerhouse, the jaunt from Amsterdam to Berlin is one that could well be on your radar. The two cities might be in neighbouring countries, but they’re still separated by 360 miles of Lower … Read more

How to go from Florence to Rome

Jason EverettJune 4, 2022January 12, 2022

Prepare for an overload of art and culture as you move from the famous Tuscan capital to the great Eternal City. This isn’t just a trip through the heartland of Italy; it’s a journey from the epicentre of the Renaissance to one of the ancient metropolises of Europe. You’ll trade visions of the carved and … Read more

How to go from Berlin to Prague

Jason EverettFebruary 10, 2022January 12, 2022

You’ll get to explore two of the most immersive capital cities in Europe by making the 220-mile trip from Berlin to Prague. One fizzes with life and grand monuments, ranging from the Neo-Classical Brandenburg Gate to the hipster art installations of Kreuzberg. The other sloshes with frothy Bohemian beer and comes topped by the mighty … Read more

How to go from Milan to Rome

Maria LimónMay 6, 2022January 12, 2022

Milan and Rome are the two largest metropolises of Italy. One is known for its fashion and finance, the other for its ancient heart and endless museum collections. Both should be part of any bucket-list adventure through The Boot of Europe. That said, nearly 370 miles separates them, with the craggy Apennine Mountains, the Tuscan … Read more

How to go from London to Paris

Lukas FootMay 20, 2022January 12, 2022

London and Paris are two of the great capitals of Western Europe. One sprawls from the snaking River Thames, past the haunting Tower of London, all the way to the grand Gothic palaces of Westminster. The other is crowned by the elegant iron-wrought spire of the Eiffel Tower, flaunts fantastic cafés, and brims with priceless … Read more