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.

This Is The Coolest City in Europe
Since the first time I set foot in this city, this has been the word I use the most to describe it: cool. So cool that I visited once, I visited twice, and then I moved here.
By Diana Bernardo5 years ago in Wander
Some early London homes of Charles Dickens
Visitors to London who are lovers of the novels of Charles Dickens are doubtless familiar with the house in Doughty Street (not far from the British Museum) where Dickens lived as a young man and wrote some of his early novels, including Oliver Twist.
By John Welford5 years ago in Wander
Devon, England
Of all the counties of England, Devon must surely offer the most variety, and the traveller who makes Devon their destination must decide which part will interest them most and concentrate on that.
By John Welford5 years ago in Wander
The Beauty of Nature in Italy
Asinara National Park is located on Asinara the second largest island in Sardinia. It is an amazing paradise with lots of untouched beaches and the water is crystal clear and sparkling. As lovely as this sounds this island was once known as ”Devil’s Island”. This was due to the fact that at one time it was a quarantine camp during WWI and became a high-security prison in the 1970s and 1980s.
By Rasma Raisters5 years ago in Wander
Choosing The Cheese
I arrived in Paris early in the spring, by myself, with the rest of the family scheduled to join me after the school year finished in late June. One of the first tasks I focused on was learning how to accomplish everyday tasks – getting to work, buying groceries, choosing appliances, and doing the banking. We had selected an apartment in a perfect, quiet neighborhood – only one metro to work, a wide variety of shops, and very close to one of the jewels of Paris - the neighborhood outdoor "marché" or market. One or two mornings a week, the marchés are set up in their reserved location, scattered across Paris and the days of the week to ensure every resident has access within walking distance at least weekly. The schedule for each market is consistent but differs from those in adjacent neighborhoods so that a short bus ride can always be taken if you find you lack a fresh ingredient or two for the evening meal.
By Mark 5 years ago in Wander
The Courtauld Gallery, London
London’s Courtauld Gallery is well worth a visit. Although relatively small it contains several well-known paintings that are of international importance and which can be viewed at leisure in a relaxed environment that is usually free from crowds.
By John Welford5 years ago in Wander
Conques, Southern France
Conques is a small village in southern France that is on the tourist trail thanks to the Abbaye de Ste-Foy at its heart. The Legend of Ste Foy
By John Welford5 years ago in Wander
Happy 200th Anniversary of Greek Independence 25.03.2021
The women in charge of our future, the mothers of tomorrow's world are the likes of Kamala Harris - Vice President of The United States, Esther Perel - Author and Therapist, Kathrin Jansen - Head of Vaccine Research and Development at Pfizer, Jacinda Ardern - Prime Minister of New Zealand, Melanie Perkins - Co-Founder and CEO of Canva, and Christine Lagarde - President of European Central Bank. The future is truly inspiring and women are charging forward with grace across all sectors of society.
By Lia Ikkos5 years ago in Wander
Saudi Arabia - The Trip to England
In 1995, my family and I moved to Saudi Arabia, where we had 5 years of almost magical adventure. These are some of the stories.
By Alex Williams5 years ago in Wander
Cheddar Gorge, Somerset
Cheddar Gorge, together with its caves, is well worth a visit if you are ever in north Somerset. However, its popularity means that it is better to go there outside the main tourist season.
By John Welford5 years ago in Wander
When in Rome
When in Rome I have always believed the advice, that when in Rome, do as the Romans do. And on a trip to France I had memorable opportunities to do so, culminating in a spectacular embarrassment. But let me tell you how I was culturally groomed for that moment.
By Cleve Taylor 5 years ago in Wander
The Channel Tunnel
The Channel Tunnel that connects England to France is one of the engineering marvels of the age. However, it has had a long and troubled history.
By John Welford5 years ago in Wander