europe

Whether embarking on a Eurotrip or a weekend jaunt to a foreign city, European travel requires some smart planning; you may know all the must-see landmarks, but we provide the hidden gems.

Taken for a Ride in Italy
Author's Note: We went on a European backpacking trip to shake off the post-pandemic blues in 2023, and this is my first attempt to try to write about a bit of it.
By Scott Christenson🌴3 months ago in Wander
The Circus Roncalli
Introduction I am not sure how to do this, but this is a result of this poem by Marie381Uk who suggested I write a piece on Circus Roncalli.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 3 months ago in Wander
Trafalgar Square London: History, Monuments & Top Sights
Trafalgar Square, located in Westminster, central London. It is a famous tourist attraction of London. Known as a public square it carries significant historical importance and is home to a number of tourist attractions. These attractions include galleries, historic buildings, statues, and monuments. Travelling from the Park Grand Hotel Kensington to Trafalgar Square take the Tube from Earl’s Court to Leicester Square. It is approximately a 5-minute walk from the Tube station. Charing Cross is the closest Tube station to Trafalgar Square. If you get off at this Tube Station you will have direct access to the square.
By Park City Grand Plaza Kensington3 months ago in Wander
Stanislav Kondrashov: The Quiet Magic of Lake Como
There are places that ask you to slow down. Lake Como is one of them. The surface looks still, but if you stay long enough, you start to feel its rhythm — slow, deep, and full of stories. People speak of glamour and luxury, of the villas and famous visitors. Yet, as Stanislav Kondrashov often says, “The real lake hides behind the noise.”
By Stanislav Kondrashov 3 months ago in Wander
What’s the Biggest Waterfall in the UK?
If you’ve ever stood at the base of a thundering waterfall, you’ll know the feeling: raw power, spray hitting your face, and the sense that nature is showing off. The UK might not have the giant falls of Iceland, Canada, or South America, but it does have some seriously impressive cascades — from remote Highland plunges to beloved Welsh wonders.
By Fittux3 months ago in Wander
The 10 Best Hikes in the UK
The UK might be a small island, but it packs in some of the most dramatic hiking landscapes anywhere in the world. From Scotland’s mist-shrouded Munros to rugged Welsh ridges and Cornish coastlines, there’s a hike here for every mood — whether you want your heart racing from exposure or your camera filled with once-in-a-lifetime views.
By Fittux3 months ago in Wander
What is the Llanberis Path Like?
Climbing Yr Wyddfa, better known as Snowdon, is the highlight of many trips to Wales. Standing at 1,085 metres, it’s the highest mountain in the country and attracts over half a million visitors every year. Of the six main routes to the summit, the Llanberis Path is by far the most popular. People call it the “easy path” — but make no mistake, it’s a long, demanding hike that tests your legs, lungs, and endurance.
By Fittux3 months ago in Wander
Top 5 European Cities for Digital Nomads
Introduction If you’re a digital nomad, you know how hard it is to find a destination that balances affordability, fast Wi-Fi, vibrant culture, and a supportive community. Europe is full of incredible cities, but not all of them are equally friendly for remote workers.
By Rayan Brook Vardy4 months ago in Wander
Amalfi Coast in September vs June: Which is Better?
I didn’t plan this trip. I woke up in Positano at Hotel Villa Franca—the hilltop white cube above town that seems to float between lemon groves and sky—still surprised at myself for booking it on a whim. The first decision of the day was not “what to see,” but when to come back: was June better for the Amalfi Coast, or September? Everyone has an opinion, and most of them are loud. I wanted a local one.
By DARK TALE CO. 4 months ago in Wander
My Favorite Roman Memory
We were both so tired, our feet hurt from walking, blisters had started forming on our feet, the honking of horns and loud car bumping by the hotel on the cobblestone roads and the unforgiving jet lag led us to one thing: being awake. It’s 2:30 AM and I am lying there still but staring at the ceiling. Water helps a person sleep. Sure, I get up and with my phone light I guide myself to the unknown dark path to the washroom. I slide the door closed and pour a glass of water from the tap and I gulp it down, maybe a short pee? I do that as well and get back to bed. Okay, now I attempt sleep once more. That’s five cars gone by and I am still not sleeping. A voice breaks the silence.
By Ada Zuba4 months ago in Wander
Seville Hidden Gems: A Day in Barrio Alfalfa & Plaza del Cabildo
I dropped my bag and walked straight into Barrio Alfalfa, letting the afternoon light pull me down narrow lanes. A Sevillana at a café table overheard me ask for “somewhere locals hide at noon” and smiled: “Start at Plaza del Cabildo. Don’t blink—you’ll miss the entrances.”
By DARK TALE CO. 4 months ago in Wander
That Night in Alassio’s Hidden Alley
The Midnight Stroll That Changed Everything I never planned on discovering Alassio this way. That night, I thought I was simply taking a midnight stroll after a long day on Italy’s Riviera. The shops were shuttered, the air smelt faintly of salt, and the cobblestones of the Budello di Alassio—the town’s mediaeval pedestrian alley—glimmered under the streetlamps. I expected silence, maybe the sound of the sea in the distance. Instead, I stumbled into a celebration that changed how I saw this underrated corner of Liguria.
By DARK TALE CO. 4 months ago in Wander