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Our Europe travel articles are segmented into four regions. These are based on the United Nations (UN) Geoscheme. Developed by the UN Statistics Division, the four segments include (countries we have written about are in italics):

  • Eastern Europe: Belarus, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Moldova, Romania, Russia, Slovakia, and Ukraine.
  • Northern Europe: Aland Islands, Denmark, Estonia, Faroe Islands, Finland, Guernsey, Iceland, Ireland, Isle of Man, Jersey, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Sark, Svalbard and Jan Mayen, Sweden, and United Kingdom (Great Britain and Northern Ireland).
  • Southern Europe: Albania, Andorra, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Gibraltar, Greece, Italy, Republic of Macedonia, Malta, Montenegro, Portugal, San Marino, Serbia, Slovenia, Spain, Turkey*, and Vatican City.
  • Western Europe: Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Monaco, Netherlands, and Switzerland.

*Turkey is included here as we only visited the European section of the country.

Click on your favourite region here, or scroll below for the latest articles from this part of the world:

Saint Basil Cathedral in Moscow Russia representing Eastern Europe

Eastern Europe

Eastern Europe
Tower Bridge in London, England representing Northern Europe

Northern Europe

Northern Europe
Mykonos Greece representing Southern Europe

Southern Europe

Southern Europe
Sacré-Cœur, Paris representing Western Europe

Western Europe

Western Europe

Enjoy our European-based articles:

Aqueduct of Segovia Spain

Top Things to Do in Segovia on a Day Trip from Madrid

July 30, 2019 //  by Rhonda Albom//  79 Comments

Segovia is a fascinating UNESCO World Heritage city worthy of exploration, although a Madrid to Segovia day trip is an option. Here you will find the impressive architecture of the aqueduct of Segovia, an engineering feat of the Roman Empire built about 50 A.D. While it’s the main drawing card for the city, there are plenty …

Category: Southern EuropeTag: Ruins, Spain

Chapel of Bones around the world

Chapel of Bones Evora and Other World Ossuaries

July 18, 2019 //  by Rhonda Albom//  52 Comments

We have been to some eerie places, no question about it. Capela dos Ossos, the Chapel of Bones in Evora, Portugal tops our freakish list. Entering the macabre world of this ossuary, we crossed into the Twilight Zone. And as we did, we thought we had found something unique. Not so.  In fact, it’s not …

Category: Southern EuropeTag: Church, Creepy Places, Medieval Town, Recent

Blue Mosque is a must see in Istanbul Turkey

Istanbul Must See: 7 Places to Visit in Istanbul Turkey

May 21, 2019 //  by Rhonda Albom//  24 Comments

Energy levels were high as our ship pulled into the port of Istanbul. Exotic, yet familiar, it’s a city filled with an extensive history, intricate architecture, gastronomic delights, and culture. Our Istanbul must see list whittled down to seven key sites, we were ready. Istanbul is a city that deserves more than one day, but …

Category: Cruise Ports, Southern EuropeTag: Food, Islamic Architecture, Markets

Dunrobin Castle seen while driving around Scotland

Scotland Road Trip: Edinburgh to Scottish Highlands

April 12, 2019 //  by Rhonda Albom//  23 Comments

An impromptu Scotland road trip presented fascinating nature, fairytale castles, stunning scenery, and even a bit of Harry Potter magic. Our initial plan took us only to Edinburgh. However, Scotland captivated us and we had to see more. With blue skies and unseasonably delightful 24c (75f) degree temperatures in May, we were lucky. Rather than …

Category: Northern EuropeTag: Castle, Gardens, Scotland

Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes in Lourdes France

Lourdes, France – A Town of Healing Water and Miracles

February 15, 2019 //  by Rhonda Albom//  29 Comments

Famous for its healing waters and miracles, Lourdes France is remarkable. Spiritual energy breathes through this small village in the foothills of the Pyrenees mountains. To date, there have been 70 confirmed miracles at Lourdes since the first apparition appeared to a 14-year-old peasant girl in 1858. Not surprisingly, the pull of the city is …

Category: Western EuropeTag: Church, France

The main church in Pouzac France

Pyrenees Road Trip: Quaint Towns Lourdes to Béziers

December 11, 2018 //  by Rhonda Albom//  20 Comments

Our impromptu Pyrenees road trip, while exciting in its own right, would have been even better with a bit of planning. We stayed in two major cities and stopped at several charming villages along the way, strolling along riversides, sampling delicious cuisine, and discovering something new. Village after village, the characteristically pleasant French atmosphere leaves …

Category: Western EuropeTag: France, Night Photography

Carcassone, Castle in France

Things to Do in Carcassonne’s Medieval Fortified City

December 7, 2018 //  by Rhonda Albom//  14 Comments

Despite the intense heat and massive summer crowds, Carcassonne remains one of my favourite French cities. Originally settled over 2500 years ago, it was a significant town in the Roman empire and again in the Middle Ages. Today, it remains the largest fortified city in Europe. The castle was expanded and double-walled ramparts were built …

Category: Western EuropeTag: Castle, Cathedrals, France, Medieval Town

One of the many beaches in La Coruna, Spain

21 Things to do in La Coruña Spain

November 20, 2018 //  by Rhonda Albom//  17 Comments

La Coruña Spain is located in the northwest corner of Spain, in the Galicia region. A rocky peninsula, it’s a section of the country often skipped by tourists. Actually, this city found us when a family offered us a home exchange. As it turns out, there are plenty of things to do in La Coruna. …

Category: Southern EuropeTag: Galicia, Home Exchange, Spain

Getting to Versailles is easy, once inside there stunning scenes like this one.

Getting to the Palace of Versailles from Paris

October 10, 2018 //  by Rhonda Albom//  15 Comments

A majestic estate just 25 km outside of Paris, the Palace of Versailles is world renowned for its opulent interior and dramatic gardens. The palace is enhanced in gold extravagance while the gardens are an immaculate example of symmetry and creativity. While it is a popular tourist destination, too many visitors skip it as they …

Category: Western EuropeTag: France, Gardens, Palace

City Wall in Obidos, Portugal

Obidos Portugal: A Medieval Town with a Padlocked Entrance

April 17, 2018 //  by Rhonda Albom//  71 Comments

Portugal is a treasure trove of small, picturesque medieval towns like Obidos. It’s a charming walled city whose highlights can be seen in just a few hours. At only an hour’s drive from the capital, it is ideal for a day trip from Lisbon. While a day tour from Lisbon to Obidos would have spared …

Category: Southern EuropeTag: Medieval Town, Portugal

Avoid crowds in Paris by visit sites early in the morning, like Sacre Coeur in the distance in Paris France

10 Tips to Avoid Crowds in Paris France

March 20, 2018 //  by Rhonda Albom//  59 Comments

Paris is one of those cities that you either love or hate. Either way, you know you are not in Paris alone. There are masses of people everywhere, and it can feel overwhelming even to those who came for the ambience, romance, and excitement of the city. Visitors who aren’t used to so many people …

Category: Western EuropeTag: France, Travel Tips

Archways on the narrow cobbled streets in the medieval town of Pals Spain

Barcelona Day Trips: Dali Museum and 9 Medieval Towns in Catalonia

March 13, 2018 //  by Rhonda Albom//  56 Comments

Famous for its Mediterranean coastal cities, there is also a treasure trove of medieval towns in Catalonia Spain. Driving from one small medieval village to the next, you can choose various combinations to make exciting Barcelona day trips. Each of these small towns in Spain holds something special and unique. Often, it feels as if time …

Category: Southern EuropeTag: Barcelona, Costa Brava, Medieval Town, Spain

Cloisters of St Bertrand de Comminges Cathedral France

Saint Bertrand de Comminges: Charming French Village

October 12, 2017 //  by Rhonda Albom//  45 Comments

Perched on a hill at the base of the Pyrenees mountains in southern France, Saint Bertrand de Comminges appears from the ground as a gateway to the heavens. It takes only a few moments after passing through one of the village’s three gates to understand why St Bertrand de Comminges is listed amongst the Les …

Category: Western EuropeTag: Cathedrals, France, Medieval Town, Ruins

The Ephesus Library, Turkey

Ephesus Library of Celsus: The Best Option from Izmir or Kusadasi

September 29, 2017 //  by Rhonda Albom//  99 Comments

The ruins of Ephesus Turkey are filled with inspiring examples of ancient craftsmanship; however, none compare to the masterpiece that is the Ephesus Library of Celsus. Towering over the ruins, the remaining facade is enough to impress even the most apathetic of travellers. The Greeks constructed portions of the ancient city of Ephesus as early …

Category: Cruise Ports, Southern EuropeTag: Ancient City, Ruins

Ski Jump in Oslo

Oslo in One Day: Ski Jump, Sculptures, Vikings Ships

August 19, 2017 //  by Rhonda Albom//  14 Comments

Attempting to see the highlights of Oslo in one day, we disembarked our cruise ship in the capital of Norway. This is not the optimal way to see this beautiful city. However, for us, it was our only option as it is the final port of our cruise through the majestic Norwegian Fjords before we …

Category: Cruise Ports, Northern EuropeTag: Boats, Norway

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