If you like to book your travel accommodation on Airbnb or Booking.com, you probably are aware that cyber scammers have had schemes to rip off even internet savvy customers on these platforms. … Read >
Nitpicker’s travel journal: do travelers really need an AI assistant for surviving road toll complexity in EU?
A long, but exciting and entertaining road trip took us across Europe from Estonia to southern France in October. All eight countries that were along our route are members of European Union. Thanks to EU, we didn’t have to worry about phenomenal roaming charges for our mobile phone communications, or … Read >
The city of Helsinki, Finland named as the world leader of sustainable tourism
The consultancy Global Destination Sustainability that publishes an annual tourism sustainability index has awarded the Nordic city of Helsinki leadership title for sustainable travel in 2024. Helsinki’s commitment to achieving carbon neutrality and net zero for events it organizes … Read >
Voted by travelers: Valencia, Spain is the best city destination in Europe
Do you trust recommendations from other travelers? Well, here is something for you whenever you want inspiration for your next city break in Europe. Conde Nast readers have voted for the best city destinations in 2024, and the winner is … Read >
The city of Vilnius is a Baltic gem
Lithuania is one of the dynamic and rapidly evolving states on the shores of the Baltic Sea in northern Europe. Once a great European power, Lithuania and its capital Vilnius have a long and fascinating history and the scars (and beautiful historical … Read >
The best cities in Europe for cultural experiences
The entire European continent is a land of wonders for travelers who love historic sights and cultural treasures. The problem in some cases may be an oversupply of remarkable destinations rather than lack of choices. We have a few tips for you: cities that … Read >
Here are the European countries with the lowest living costs
Information about the cost of living in a destination is a decision factor, for instance, for travelers who are planning to stay overseas for months or longer. Digital nomads, retirees, people who are taking a year off of work, and remote workers may … Read >
Nitpicker’s travel journal: No, I’m not going to download a service station camera app on my phone
Historic town of Saint Jean Pied de Port not only attracts Camino hikers but all travelers
The famous El Camino ends in the city of Santiago de Compostela in northwest Spain, but there are multiple towns where hikers and pilgrims can start the journey. Perhaps the most renowned start town is Saint Jean Pied de Port in the French Basque country at the foothills of the … Read >
The longest railway tunnel in the world under construction in the Alps
Both France and Italy have started a massive construction project that will produce the longest railway tunnel in the world. The 57.5 km long tunnel is being excavated in the Alps, under Mont Cenis mountain. The railway line from Lyon to Turin dives into the tunnel … Read >