Europe is an incredibly diverse continent and has many beautiful cities. Many of those cities are perfectly set up for tourists, but some are considered more dangerous than others. What makes a city dangerous? Is it the number of criminal reports? Natural disasters? Scams? Terrorist attacks? Generally, it’s a combination of all of those. Europe …
Europe Travel Blog Posts
As a luxury travel blogger who is based in London I have seen ALOT of Europe so there is quite a bit here to get through. I have divided this into sections to help with navigation. Here are my Europe travel blog posts.
Edinburgh Castle in Scotland
The United Kingdom
Let’s start with my hometown London. The London food scene has come a long way. Read my posts on the best London food tours, restaurants in Clapham Junction, restaurants in Earlsfield and restaurants near Victoria Station. And have an afternoon tea to remember at the Mad Hatters afternoon tea.
Mad Hatter’s Afternoon Tea
Check out some of the more unusual things to do in London, the best things to do in Notting Hill, how to experience virtual London while you’re planning your trip and the best Cotswolds day trips from London.
The Notting Hill Bookshop – just like the movie
I am a big fan of the Cotswolds and have spent a bit of time there so if you’re planning a visit check out my guide to where to stay in the Cotswolds. Or check out some of the luxury hotels in Yorkshire.
There are loads of lovely things to do in South Wales and its capital city Cardiff. Winchester could be the cutest town in England you might not know.
Drinks with Colin at the Wykeham Arms in Winchester
Head further south west and you’ll find some great cafes in Exeter and boat trips in Exmouth. There are some great spa hotels in the south west of England and some gorgeous boutique hotels in Cornwall.
Closer to London don’t miss a day trip to Brighton or a stay at some top Kent Boutique Hotels – or Ockenden Manor.
And check out all of the sites used for the filming of the Netflix series The Crown.
Where the Queen’s chats with the Prime Ministers were shot for The Crown
Scotland would be buried in tourists if the weather was more consistent. Most people know Edinburgh and Glasgow but check out two of the least visited regions in Scotland – Dumfries and Galloway and Ayrshire.
Find out what it is like to climb the highest mountain in the UK Ben Nevis – and some spa breaks in Scotland to have after that! My 7 day Scotland itinerary focuses on Edinburgh, Glasgow and the Isle of Skye (don’t miss it) and my 10 day Scotland Itinerary covers the Highlands.
Glen Coe in Scotland
Central and Eastern Europe
I’m not quite sure if France is central Europe but that is working for me! For somewhere a bit different in France check out the lovely region of Tarn et Garonne and its gorgeous movie-friendly city Saint Antonin Noble Val.
Lovely Latvia doesn’t feature on as many European trips as it should – check out all the great things to do in its capital Riga.
View from Hotel Le Chevalier of Riga old town
Head to the Swiss Alps and lovely Verbier in both winter and summer.
Baden Baden is perhaps the ultimate spa town (there are also some great Czech Republic Spa towns – check out the Baden Baden Spa scene (would you get naked?) and some great Baden Baden tours. Or how about a day in Hamburg?
PC Baden-Baden Spa Kur and Tourismus Gmbh
Lovely Austria has super cute Innsbruck and one of my favourite lesser-known European cities Graz.
I’m not sure where to put Iceland so here it is. I LOVE Iceland – I have visited 3 times and plan on returning again. So check out my guides to the best hotels to see the Northern Lights (I saw them twice in 6 nights) and a guide both the Blue Lagoon and heading Inside the Volcano.
Glacier Lagoon in Iceland
I’ve got an Iceland travel blog full of tips and tricks as well as both a 3 Day Iceland Itinerary and a 5 Day Iceland Itinerary.
Southern Europe
Italy is my favourite country in Europe – I have lost track of how many times I have visited. Start in Italy’s food basket region Emilia Romagna with my posts on things to do in Rimini and the best boutique hotels in Bologna. Then head to nearby Venice and Venetian Palaces that you can visit or sleep in. Or if its winter check out these ski resorts in Italy.
Beautiful Bologna
Don’t waste time on your trip standing in lines – check out my Colosseum Skip the Line guide. Then head to some of the amazing wineries in Montepulciano and sleep in some of these lovely boutique hotels in Tuscany.
Head south and discover the best places to see in Puglia and the best boutique hotels on the island of Sardinia.
Ostuni Square in Puglia
Sicily may well be my favourite part of Italy. Check out my 7 day Sicily Itinerary, Where to stay in Sicily, the best boutique hotels in Sicily and of course the best things to do in Sicily.
And use my post on 15 Beautiful Italian cities to help plan your trip.
The stunning Aeolian Islands in Sicily
Plan a visit to Spain using my famous Spanish Landmarks post as your guide. Or head to Spain’s beautiful Canary Islands. There are some fantastic markets on Gran Canaria, Gran Canaria day trips and things to do in Maspalomas.
Or check out the best things to do on Lanzarote – plus the best place to stay in Lanzarote.
Cactus Garden on Lanzarote
Or how about heading to the Greek islands? Check out lovely Santorini and the best things to do in Ios including Mylopotas Beach. Or head further north in Greece to gorgeous green Paxos, home to many fantastic restaurants and beaches.
Use my 10 day Greece Itinerary and Greek Landmarks articles to help plan your trip.
Wonderful Tripitos Arch Paxos Greece
Don’t forget fantastic Turkey – I love capital Istanbul and the stunning caves of Cappadocia. A trip to Gallipoli is a must for any Australian. Use my Turkey Itinerary to help plan your trip.
Finally, if it all gets a bit much check our my posts on the most beautiful cities in Europe, famous landmarks in Europe, European Palaces and Castles in Europe for some relaxing armchair travel.
Iceland is an incredible country, with impressive geological features and diverse terrain, it’s no doubt a bucket list destination for many. From lava fields to glaciers, and cascading waterfalls, this magical land is filled with exciting landscapes to explore. The choice of what to do can be overwhelming, especially when considering the number of extraordinary …
Planning a trip to Scotland? I have actually lost track of how many times I have been to Scotland. It is one of my favourite places. Sure the weather is all over the place but when it is good there are few places as beautiful on earth. If you’re looking to get a feel for …
Europe has an extraordinary range of diverse landscapes in its 44 countries. I appreciate that I have chosen nearly half as being the most beautiful countries in Europe but how on earth do you narrow it down any further? Even this was a struggle. Europe has natural beauty, culture, long histories and an amazing amount …
When planning a European getaway, safety is a top priority for many travelers. While Europe is generally safe, certain cities have higher crime rates that warrant extra caution. Understanding these areas can help tourists take appropriate measures to protect themselves and their belongings. Below is an overview of 20 European cities where travelers should remain …
Nowhere else in the world does a palace quite like the Europeans. European Palaces were designed to show off the power and wealth of their inhabitants. In most cases, those inhabitants were members of the local royal family but bishops, ministers, and other wealthy and/or powerful individuals could also call palaces home. The key difference …
Many of the most stunning castles in the world are in Europe. European castles have been famous for their magnificence and often beauty for centuries. The primary purpose of a castle in Europe was to protect its owners – normally members of the local royal family. The difference between a European castle and a European …
Landmarks often become synonymous with a city. It is difficult to think of Paris without imaging the Eiffel Tower, London without seeing Big Ben. Seeing some of the famous landmarks in Europe for the first time can be quite an awesome moment. I remember being blown away when I visited Vatican City for the first …
I absolutely loved Latvia. Such a cool and interesting country with so much going on. I first visited Riga and the surrounding areas 10 years ago. I enjoyed my time there but I wouldn’t have raved about it. However, I was blown away on my recent visit. Great food, lots of interesting things to do …
Wanting to visit an enchanting Mediterranean destination? Look no further than visiting Malta! This small archipelago offers a unique blend of history, culture, and stunning landscapes that will captivate you. The Maltese archipelago consists of three islands: Malta, Comino and Gozo. Many use the term “Malta” to refer to both the archipelago as well as …