The trip to Dresden & Leipzig was rather unexpected.  The decision to go and the invite to tag along with a very good study abroad comrade, Evan, came over beers and notoriously strong Long Island Ice Teas at our regular watering hole in Tuebingen, kukkuk.  But as with all things travel, often the unexpected etch [...]

    At the time I was frustrated, furious and had quite a dislike of the French. My first trip to Europe had begun about 2 weeks prior and already with 3 more weeks to go I was beginning to feel travel fatigue set in and the loneliness of traveling alone creep up. With rail pass [...]

  It’s certainly not possible to count all the memories I have from my travels in Europe but over the next couple weeks I’d like to share a few at the top of my best memories list.  Please, send us your tales too!

My first snow in Tuebingen, Germany. 

     Growing up in Southern California, snow [...]

    Want to know how much that trip will cost you?  Even better, want to know how much that trip has already cost everyone else?  A new website, cost4travel could just revolutionize the way you budget for a vacation.
 So far cost4travel.com is in the beta stage but I think the concept is promising.  Right now [...]

    
  Budget travelers know the benefit of finding good deals.  They use audio tours instead of overpriced guided tours, they price shop for weeks waiting for a great flight deal, and they bunk with fellow travelers in budget hotels. But all too often travelers make one big mistake; they travel in “high” season.  If your [...]

      Should I take a money belt to Europe? It’s a simple question that most would give a simple answer to. But, without complicating matters too much…I’m going to complicate things and give you my answer.  

This letter comes to us from one of our long time readers. If your headed to Edinburgh you may want to take heed of this warning against “Bus Station Backpackers Hostel”.

Hello,
How many euros do you need in Rome?  What Gotchas should I be aware of?
Would you consider giving me a couple pointers?
Thank you very much.
Gratefully, Larry

 
 
       So you’ve booked your ticket via cruise ship or ferry to or from Rome but you notice something odd. Your ticket says you arrive in or depart from Civitavecchia.  Now you’re faced with a couple problems. First how are you going to get from Civitavecchia to your destination and second how are you ever [...]

 Hi,
How much does a flight cost to italy?
I have been thinking about this for a while and was hoping you might be able to shed some light on the subject.
Please help.
I really appreciate your help.
Regards,
Tony

“A drink to share with friends.” “The original red-bull.” “Not what I expected.” These are all things I heard around a table at the highly recommended Konoba (Tavern) Astarea near Novigrad, Croatia when a local specialty “Suppa” was being served.
As it turns out this warm, wine/bread soup sort of drink is actually very good and does pack a bit of a punch. Probably best served on a cold winter night in a gathering of friends I thought I’d pass on the simple recipe for you to decide.

What should i pack when traveling to Europe?  What Gotchas should I be aware of?  A little advice would go a long way right now.
I am very grateful for your help.  Sincerely,
Janet

 
Choosing the right backpack to travel Europe with is important.  Comfort, access to what you pack and yes, size all matter.  So after about 4 years of using the same 3,500 cubic inch (that’s the volume) pack which had served me very well I decided to try something new.  With new airline regulations and an [...]

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Let’s face it, Europe is not known for its fine Mexican restaurants.  But what’s a guy, who grew up in southern California where great Mexican food can be found on each street corner to do when that craving kicks in.  The answer may surprise you; head to Poreč, Croatia and the brand new El Mexicano.