Europe, with its rich tapestry of cultures, history, and landscapes, has always been a magnet for travelers worldwide. While cities like Paris, London, and Rome might dominate most travel itineraries, they often come with a hefty price tag. But there’s good news for those on a budget! Europe boasts numerous stunning yet affordable destinations that…
Just a short note to let you know that I have written and published a new book, Hidden Europe, available on Amazon: Hidden Europe: Small cities and towns that are off the beaten path Welcome to an enchanting odyssey through the less-explored corners of Europe, where the true charm and allure thrive. In the smaller…
When I start planning a trip to Europe, I have a sort of order that I follow, and specifics that I look for to make the trip less expensive, more enjoyable and easy to execute. I start with finding a flight and car rental, then where we will stay, and then the local things we…
Aachen, Germany Let’s head out on our next day trip and take the 30 minute drive to Aachen, Germany. Our first stop and primary destination is Aachener Dom. Aachener Dom is the first cathedral we visited and also the first cathedral in northern Europe. Built by the Emperor Charlemagne beginning in 796 and consecrated in…
After visiting Valkenburg, we continued to my brother’s house and got a good night’s sleep. The next morning it was time for a road trip. We started off by taking a 15 minute ride to the small city of Sittard. Our first stop was an ATM machine. When traveling to Europe, the best currency exchange…
Several factors influenced our decision to take that first trip to Europe. My brother was living and working in The Netherlands, and invited us to come visit. We had always wanted to travel the world, and our youngest child had just moved out of our house, leaving us as “empty nesters” for the first time…
