As much as I love a good city break, there’s really nothing that compares to a few days at the beach. If you’re looking to soak up the sun in Europe, read on for the top beach destinations in Europe.

Looking for the best cities in Europe for Food & Wine enthusiasts? Read more about the top 7 European cities for Food and Wine.

Do you love architecture and design? Curious where to find the best architecture and design tours in Europe? Read on for the top 7 European destinations for architecture and design enthusiasts.

I’m still captivated by Europe's world-class museums. Whether wandering the halls of the Louvre in Paris, marveling at the Renaissance wonders of the Uffizi Gallery in Florence, or discovering ancient artifacts of the British Museum in London, art and history enthusiasts are spoiled for choice. Here, I’ve collected a list of my favorite European cities for exploring the artistic and historical heritage of Europe and the world beyond.

Luckily, there's a part of the world offering a multitude of unique cultures, attractions, and terrains in close proximity to one another. Its travel infrastructure is well established and easy to navigate, and depending on the route, you can fly there in less than twelve hours. And those travel fantasies? It’s got tons of those - a boat ride through the canals of Venice, throwing a penny into the Trevi Fountain, taking in the view from the top of the Eiffel Tower, a late dinner of tapas and Rioja in Spain.

Cortina d’Ampezzo is a world-renown ski resort located in the Dolomite Mountains of northeastern Italy, long beloved for its beautiful scenery, epicurean cuisine, and unique Südtirol charm. Nestled within the nearly 30,000 acre Dolomiti Superski area, Cortina d’Ampezzo boasts a full range of slopes for skiers and snowboarders of all skill levels. A perennial destination for winter sports championships, Cortina d’Ampezzo will co-host the 2026 Winter Olympics together with Milan.

Part of the expansive Mont Blanc massif, Megève offers over 400 kilometers of interconnected slopes to skiers and snowboarders. Beyond winter sports, the village entices visitors with high-end boutiques, Michelin-starred restaurants, and a vibrant après-ski scene. This gem of the Savoy Alps seamlessly combines natural beauty with cosmopolitan sophistication, making it a sought-after destination for both winter enthusiasts and those seeking a refined mountain getaway.

One of the benefits of living so close to the Alps is that a spontaneous ski weekend is always in the cards. Garmisch-Partenkirchen is known as a bastion of Bavarian culture and traditions, and its gentle slopes seemed a perfect fit for two skiers still developing their skills. We were excited about the wealth of spa accommodations in town, and delighted to find a hotel outfitted with our one must-have: a hot tub.

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.

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.

I love snapping photos of street art while traveling around Europe: graffiti, neon signs, and murals are like little bits of art left out in the real world. Sure, museums and galleries have a lock on the rarified world of fine art. But sometimes I prefer to grab a coffee and wander through town, finding the beauty of a destination in its most casual and quotidian places.

Here are a few of my favorite examples of European street art.