Italy, April 2024. I was cruising along a highway between Alessandria and Cremona in northern Italy. It was time for the first coffee break of the afternoon. A large service station with a restaurant, fast food eateries, shops, and … Read the story...
Tag: road trip
Pretty medieval town of Colmars (almost) in the middle of nowhere in the French Alps
Traveling in Europe often comes with surprises, especially in countries with rich history and varying landscape. Recently, our mission was to explore the high Alps in France (which we did, and it was a breathtaking experience), but little did we … Read the story...
The safest and most dangerous roads in Europe
If you have driven across Europe, crossing a number of country borders on the way, you probably have noticed how the behavior on the road gradually changes. There are … 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...
Europe travel news: the latest travel rules , most wanted road trips, how a Europe-wide rail pass works
Up-to-date travel rules in EU countries
The fastest way to cross borders in the EU region is to have a “EU Digital Covid Certificate” document on a phone. It specifies if you have been vaccinated, tested, or already recovered from … Read the story...
The longest bridges in Europe provide magnificent views on a road trip
The first time I saw and drove across the Öresund bridge that connects Copenhagen in Denmark to Malmö in Sweden, I was so impressed that I asked my partner to grab as many photos as … Read the story...
Europe travel news: Madeira for digital nomads, tour ideas, electric campervan, road trip Iceland
A village in Madeira Island has opened a center for digital nomads
Madeira is a pretty, mountainous, green island in the Atlantic Ocean off the North African coast. The small island belongs to Portugal, but since … Read the story...
Europe travel news: stop lugging a laptop, workation that won’t work, country-specific restrictions
News on travel destinations, gadgets and road trips
Frequently updated list of travel restrictions in European countries
The pandemic isn’t leaving us any time soon, but travel is still possible. Situation is different in each European country, but here is … Read the story...
Europe travel news: half-tourists, travel agent scam, hydrogen train, mini campervan from VW
Airbnb problems in France, road trip across Europe during pandemic, and Helsinki guide
Coronavirus exposed a dirty secret in travel business: Ponzi-style schemes by travel agents
Read this article by USA Today before booking your next trip with … Read the story...
Road trip across Asia and Europe on a bus from India to London
Adventures Overland, an Indian travel company for long road tours, is creating a bus trip of a lifetime for travelers who want to experience South Asia, China, Central Asia, Russia, Central Europe and England. The bus trip will take passengers … Read the story...
Travel news digest: Airbnb says road trips are in, EU opens borders for tourists, campervan packing tips
EU to allow visitors from 14 countries in July
European countries are opening their borders for travelers in July 2020 after the first wave of corona virus has subsided. Travel within EU is mostly allowed … Read the story...
Product review: Wunder360 C1 camera for 360-degree travel photography
Wunder360 C1 is a 360-degree camera that can record video and photographs that show everything around the camera (up and down, right and left, front and back). It is an entry-level, budget-friendly camera aimed at people who just want to … Read the story...