How to Live a European Lifestyle, when Traveling and at Home
Do you want to embrace a European mentality before embarking on a visit to the continent? Or maybe you simply want to live like a European at home? I’ve put together a list of European lifestyle secrets to help you to better understand European culture, and tips on how to recreate the European lifestyle wherever you call home.
Understand these Passport Requirements for Traveling to Europe
Whether you’re a repeat traveler or planning your first trip to Europe, understanding passport and visa requirements is crucial for a smooth journey. Learn about U.S. passport requirements, Europe's new ETIAS program, and how Europe's new Entry/Exit System will do away with passport stamps.
Understanding EU Compensation for Delayed and Canceled Flights
Air travel disruptions, like delayed or canceled flights, cause serious inconveniences for travelers. The European Union established EU Regulation 261, in order to protect air passengers and compensate them when flights don’t go as planned. Learn more about when and how you can claim compensation under these protections.
The Ultimate Guide to Luxury Shopping in Europe (Updated 2024)
Are you planning to buy luxury goods during your visit to Europe? This is the definitive and authoritative guide to shopping for luxury goods in Europe, from how to research price differences, boutique types, and shopping districts, to how to prepare a luxury wishlist, how to book a boutique appointment, and what to expect during your shopping visit.
How to Prevent Jet Lag When Traveling to Europe
Here is a ton of experience about how to put into practice all of the old, never-changing advice about how to prevent jet lag when traveling to Europe.
Carry-On Essentials to Survive an International Flight
Over the past five years of living in Europe, I’ve been lucky enough to travel home an average of three times a year, and with each trip across the Atlantic, I’ve refined my list of carry-on essentials. In the beginning I didn’t take enough. Later, I fell victim to overpacking. But now I’ve got it down to a Goldilocks-like science - the following nine items are just right to pack along on your next international flight.
Managing Money and Cash while Traveling in Europe
The travel questions I get from my friends usually focus on which cities to visit or what time of year is best for a particular destination. After all the big when, where, and what to do questions are answered, though, the number one topic that comes up is money.