Wismar in North Germany is one of the jewels of the Baltic Sea. Its ancient center and inviting port are easy to explore by foot or by bicycle during a weekend. We weren’t the only ones who had the same … Read the story...
Tag: Europe
Giant underwater tunnel to connect Continental Europe and Nordic countries
Denmark has built the first element of a tunnel that will connect the German port of Puttgarden to the Danish town of Rödbyhavn. In June 2024, The King of Denmark Frederik inaugurated the … Read the story...
Highway to hell? The most dangerous countries to drive in Europe
Planning a road trip in Europe? I recently did it – a road trip all the way from south Europe to the Nordics. It was a long journey across 11 countries that gave me a good perspective how traffic culture … Read the story...
Spanish Mediterranean city of Valencia named as the European Green Capital 2024
Since 2008, the European Union has annually awarded Green Capital recognitions to cities that are leaders in environmentally friendly urban living development. Cities with more than 100 000 inhabitants compete for the Green Capital title and … Read the story...
This is the experience with living and working in a compact electric campervan
Compact electric vehicles are already here, practically everywhere on the roads if you look closely. Electric vans are available as well, but it seems that campervan travelers are waiting to see the VW ID Buzz electric van before deciding if … Read the story...
Which countries have night train services in Europe? Here is a map of routes
Europe’s railway network provides a comfortable way to see the continent from west to east, and from south to north. New investments in high-speed train routes and night trains with bed compartments … Read the story...
Top 25 cities in Europe for a night in a hotel while your car battery charges
So you have a shiny new electric car or electric campervan that is begging you to make a tour in Europe. Some regions adopt new technologies faster than others, which in this case means planning is required for being able … Read the story...
Travel photography from a road trip in France and Italy
This road trip started from southern France, Cote d’Azur (also known as Riviera, here is a Riviera guidebook), continued to northwest Italy via the lower Alps, passed through Mont Blanc along a long tunnel that ended in Chamonix France, … Read the story...
Top 5 beach towns along Costa Blanca, Spain
Costa Blanca is the name for a long stretch of Mediterranean beaches located in the state of Valencia, southeast of Spain. Costa Blanca’s northernmost towns and beaches are in Valencia City … Read the story...
Europe travel news: ski slopes await, new options for train trips, updated pandemic rules
Ski resorts are open in Europe, but skiers need vaccinations and tests
Good news for skiers: there is plenty of snow on the Alps and the Pyrenees, and the ski resorts are open. Some extra preparations are required from visitors, … Read the story...
Top city destinations in 2021 that are likely to trend in 2022
Why is it that time after time certain big cities rise to the top of tourist destination rankings? Both visitors and industry experts like the same destinations so there must be something these … Read the story...
How to check in to a fully automated caravan site in France
In summer, many traditional campsites in France are fully booked when families stay weeks in a site they know and love. Motorhome sites near well-known sights tend to be crowded as well, but perhaps there is more space on the … Read the story...