The typical American holiday meal is enjoyed on Christmas Day and consists of turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and cranberry sauce. But how do countries across the Atlantic ring in the holidays? Check out some of Europe’s most treasured holiday dishes enjoyed across the globe! Austria In Austria (and many other European […]
A filling breakfast is the perfect opportunity to relax and gear up before a long day of travel. And what better way to immerse yourself in the culture than indulging in some local delicacies? Check out which European breakfast foods you should try on your next trip! 1. Drożdżówki, Poland The word […]
Early fall is one of the best seasons for upcoming festivals and events! That being said, we’ve put together a list of some of Europe’s best events that you’ll be dying to check out. Read on for a list of our favorites. 1. Regata Storicia Venice, September 4th, 2016 The Regata […]
One of the best parts of exploring new cultures is tasting the food! That being said, we’ve gathered a list of some traditional dishes commonly found in Europe. Read on for a look into some delicious gourmet cuisine that you will be dying to try! Bon apetit! (Beware! post may induce extreme hunger) Austria […]
As an American “Daytripping” in Europe, I have tried really hard to act like a local. At first, I stuck out like a sore thumb. But over the months, I have observed American tourists passing through and picked up on some surefire ways to spot a fellow Yankee. The best way […]
Sometimes it’s the small irrational and illogical things in life that stress us out when we are on our travels. How many of us constantly double-check that we still have our passport? How often do we ignore the seating and stand right next to the boarding gate in the departure […]
Easter is a unique and special time to visit Europe. The blending of folk customs with Christian influnces is strongly apparent and speaks to Europe’s long and varied history. Some European Easter traditions have made their way across the pond to the US, but witnessing them in their country of […]
No longer confined to smoky backstreet bars and restaurants packed full of beer-bellied, bearded middle-aged men, the centuries old golden brew is now officially de rigeur and is once more the drink to be seen with. Latest figures show that the Czechs lash down a staggering average of 143 liters per head each […]
To get you in the mood for Christmas, we’ve devised a fun quiz to test our readers’ knowledge of some of Europe’s lesser-known festive traditions, customs, and stories. Award yourself one point for each correct answer. 1. In which country did the Christmas tree tradition begin? a) America b) Lichtenstein […]
While we can’t do anything about the mumbling, tutting, and eye-rolling you might get from locals as you stop dead in your tracks to snap yet another picture of that castle in the distance, we do have some tips to help you avoid standing out like Paris Hilton at a […]