Advice
Between fuel shortages and the rollout of EES, traveling to Europe is a little bit different this year. Having already spent over 30 days in 2026 in Europe, in five different countries, here are my five tips for making your 2026 travel more seamless.
Yes, the answer is yes. Even with the poor exchange rate, there are still deals to be had and exclusive items to find. But here’s the catch, you want to be an educated shopper. Having already spent 30 days in Europe this year alone, below is what I consider before making a purchase, as well as some of my favorite items to buy.
You’ve been hearing about ETIAS for years but EES is here first. This biometric screening is supposed to occur when you enter one of 30 participating European countries, starting April 10th. The reality is, it’s not so consistent, yet.
Mothers should be celebrated more than just one day out of the year. Some of my favorite memories are traveling with my mom. These destinations are not just perfect for our next trip but yours as well.
Experiencing 16 ships and one virtual ship in less than a week at the ASTA River Cruise Expo was a lot to absorb! Now that I’ve had time to settle back in at home, and gone through my copious notes, here are a few of my favorites.
“Soft Adventure Travel” is just a new way to label a type of travel that has existed for years. Think safaris in Africa, kayaking with whales in Australia, and glamping in Morocco.